Seafood Directions Conference to be held for the first time since 2019

For the first time since 2019, the national seafood industry will converge in Queensland for the industry's premier ideas, innovation and networking event, the Seafood Directions conference.

Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), the national peak-body representing Australia’s commercial seafood industry, will host the biennial national conference from September 13-15 at the Sofitel Brisbane. The conference provides an exciting platform for national and international speakers to share their expertise around the theme: One Voice, One Future. 

“The seafood landscape both domestically and internationally has changed considerably since the conference was last held in 2019,” SIA CEO Veronica Papacosta said.

“As an industry we are excited to come together at this year’s conference for what will be a thought provoking and enjoyable few days. Where we’ll tackle industry issues, from water to plate – bringing together leaders, innovators and disruptors from all sectors of the seafood industry. 

“This year’s conference theme reinforces the unity of our industry and the ties that bind our sub-sectors together. As we look towards a new chapter of growth for the industry it was important our theme captured this.” 

The conference program will feature more than 45 informative sessions highlighting essential issues, seafood trends, innovation and technology all approached with a focus on togetherness and harmonisation. Ending with the industry's night of nights, the National Seafood Industry Awards Gala dinner.

“Five carefully considered topics of: Innovation and technology; the global consumer; resource security; wellness - from water to plate; and, energy and renewables, will be discussed during the conference, and managed by conference MC Paul West,” Ms Papacosta said.

Paul is a passionate advocate of real food, community, regional living and sustainable agriculture, including commercial seafood production. He is a chef and TV presenter, best known as the host of four series of A River Cottage Australia and his appearances on the ABC's Catalyst.

“The conference is shaping up to feature an exciting and diverse line-up of speakers who will present innovative, challenging and forward-thinking ideas around long-term improvements for the seafood industry,” Ms Papacosta said. 

“As we look towards a our exciting future it’s important our industry to be together in a face-to-face setting to discuss the topical issues we are facing as one, including international trade and market access, climate change and the move towards net zero emissions, the United Nations Ocean Decade, along with ongoing important topics including social licence, consumer engagement and marketing, safety and mental health. All approached with a focus on togetherness and harmonisation.” 

Secure your early-bird ticket to Seafood Directions Conference 2022, by Friday, June 24, at www.seafooddirections.com.au.

To discuss sponsorship opportunities please contact SIA Business and Events Manager Rosie Love on: 

M: 0403 615 038
E: rosie@seafoodindustryaustralia.com.au

Is there an emerging leader in your sector who should come to Seafood Directions? 

SIA is pleased to offer a special conference rate to encourage emerging industry leaders to attend and participate in Seafood Directions 2022. Emerging leaders can come from any area of the seafood industry - from water, to plate. 

An emerging leader is someone who is: 

• Passionate about the seafood industry, and their role in the industry 
• Wanting to hear from industry leaders 
• Grow their network 
• Future focused 
• Hasn’t attended Seafood Directions in the past 

Do you know someone who would qualify to attend the conference as an emerging leader? Email kylie@cornerstoneevents.com.au with your nominee and what makes them an emerging leader.