Conference News

After a great first response we are still searching for papers and/or case studies to be submitted and presented at the AIMS National Conference 2026. Please reach out if you have any papers or case studies you may be working on.

All presenters with confirmed and accepted papers at the AIMS National Conference 2026 are eligible for registration benefits.

• AIMS members and non-members who attend the full conference and register at the standard rate will receive a 40% discount on full conference registration.
• Presenters attending solely to deliver their paper and depart (and not participate in the full conference) may do so
  complimentary of charge.
• Sponsors presenting papers are required to register at the full standard conference rate to obtain the 40% discount
  and are not eligible for discounted sponsorship rates.

CALL FOR PAPERS
CASE STUDY / PAPERS / ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS

This is an open call for any case studies or papers to be presented at the 2026 AIMS National Conference Sydney.
Submissions have been extended until Friday 1 May 2026.

All case studies and papers will be considered so please feel free to submit any information you have.

Conference topics include but are not limited to:  

1. Emergency Response
2. Mine Subsidence
3. Open Cut Coal
4. Underground Coal
5. Open Cut Metal
6. Surface Mining/Quarrying
7. Underground Metal
8. Education/Research
9. GNSS
10. Laser Scanning
11. UAV Application
12. Tunnelling
13. Highwall Monitoring/Dam Deformation Monitoring
14. Remote Sensing
15. Major Surveying Project (non-mining)
16. Defence Surveying
17. Industrial Measurement
18. Resource Recovery & Reconciliation
19. Professional Standards
20. Environment and Mining Approval

Abstract Submission Instructions
Abstracts and papers must be submitted in a word document by e-mail.

The abstract shall include the following:

1. Title
2. Abstract (no more than 300 words)
3. Author/s and affiliation/Company
4. Email address

Paper submissions must be sent to Joel Wooby at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  prior to Friday 1 May 2026

We are very excited to be hosting the 2026 National Conference in wonderful Sydney and look forward to seeing you all there!

We are pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the AIMS 2026 National Conference, taking place at the Hilton Sydney from Wednesday 9 September to Friday 11 September 2026.

As an early registration incentive, we are excited to offer a complimentary AIMS YETI drink bottle to all members who register by 30 June 2026.

SCROLL DOWN FOR REGISTRATION LINK!

We are pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the AIMS 2026 National Conference, taking place at the Hilton Sydney from Wednesday 9 September to Friday 11 September 2026.

As an early registration incentive, we are excited to offer a complimentary AIMS YETI drink bottle to all members who register by 30 June 2026. 

Conference Highlights: 

• Wednesday, 9 September
  The conference begins at midday with sponsored workshops, followed by a Welcome Dinner in the evening.
• Thursday, 10 September
  A full day of conference sessions, keynote speakers, and our Sponsor Exhibition, showcasing the latest technology and services.
  The day concludes with the Formal Conference Dinner.
• Friday, 11 September
  Morning sessions featuring guest speakers, with the conference concluding around early afternoon.

We encourage you to register early to take advantage of this offer and secure your place at what promises to be an outstanding event.

If you have any questions please contact Dean Kerr from Conference Images via the below:

DEAN KERR
AIMS EVENT MANAGER
Mobile 0422632608
Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Mark your calendars for our next major national conference event which will be held in Sydney!

9, 10, and 11 September 2026

It again promises to be an unforgettable three days of connection, inspiration, and growth.

We extend a warm invitation to AIMS members, non-members, and industry suppliers to join us at this highly anticipated event.

Hope to see you in Sydney for the AIMS National Conference 2026.

KEEP CHECKING ON OUR DEDICATED WEBSITE HERE FOR UPDATES

www.aimsconference.com.au