We are in the process of confirming speakers and finalising both business and social programs for the ANZERA Engine Reconditioning Conference 2026. The program has been developed to deliver practical, hands-on value for engine reconditioning businesses and industry professionals.
The event combines technical education, business improvement strategies, supplier engagement and networking opportunities — a comprehensive industry program.
Delegates will have the opportunity to learn from experienced industry specialists and leading workshops, engage directly with manufacturers and suppliers, and explore new technologies shaping the future of engine reconditioning.
Conference Program Outline
| Date | Programme |
| Wednesday 14 October | Optional ACL Bearing Co. Factory Visit — Launceston |
| Thursday 15 October | Workshop Visits — Melbourne |
| Friday 16 October | Conference Day One: Technical Sessions, Supplier Displays & Networking |
| Saturday 17 October | Conference Day Two: Business Sessions, Technical Presentations & Networking |
| Sunday 18 October | Optional Activities / Travel Home |
Conference themes
| Theme: Future of the Engine Industry | Focus: Market trends & technology |
| Theme: Advanced Engine Technology | Focus: Technical learning & training |
| Theme: Business Growth | Focus: Profitability & Succession |
| Theme: Sustainability | Focus: Remanufacture & circular economy |
Event & Conference Program
We are in the process of confirming speakers and finalising both business and social programmes for the 2026 ANZERA Engone Reconditioners Conference.
As the programme develops, this programme page will updated and you can keep track of the speaker confirmations as they are being received and confirmed :
Here’s a progress update:
| Thursday 15 October | |
|---|---|
| All day | Workshop Tour (Delegates) (Transport to selected programme of locations) |
| Evening | Event at the end of day’s Tour – Groves Racing ( Sponsored by ACL Bearing Co) |
| (Conference exhibition and display area) | |
| Friday 16 October | |
|---|---|
| A.M. | Opening and business address on the engine reconditiong industry and meeting the challenges of change. Speaker: Vehicle manufacturing — development and the future for the Australasian vehicle sector Speaker: Vehicle manufacturing — development and the future for the Australasian vehicle sector Speaker: Penrite Oil — oil development and future applications Tech session: workshop |
| P.M. | Speaker: Jeff Guenther, Director, Sales USA & Canada, Hastings Piston Rings Technical Speaker: Clinton Brett, Diesel Specialist and Technical Trainer Tech Session: To be announced, on multi-valve engines |
| Evening | Free |
| (Conference exhibition and display area) | |
| Saturday 17 October | |
|---|---|
| A.M. | Speaker: Profitability & Succession Speaker: Technical Speaker Parts & Componentry (Singapore) Speaker: International supply chain and parts sourcing |
| P.M. | Workshop Session: Speaker on Business Development Technical Session: Diagnostics Technical: Multi Valve Engine Technology Tech Corner: Speakers on practical workshop issues you face with practical solutions. |
| Evening | Cocktail Event held in the Trade Display area |
| (Conference exhibition and display area) | |
Topics include
- The internal combustion engine isn’t dead; it’s evolving
- Hybrid powertrains
- Hydrogen combustion engines
- Synthetic fuels
- Heavy diesel future
- Global vehicle fleet forecasts
Sessions we are working on and waiting for speaker confirmations include :
- Machinery & Equipment: industry developments in equipment & tooling
- Cummins South Pacific
- Crowe Horwath: automotive market changes, and how you fit in and thrive
- ANZ Banking Group: how to have a successful relationship with your bank
- Bosch Australia
- Getting paid quickly
- Xero: benefits and information with your accounting package.
- Trends in multi-valve engine technology
- Engine technology development