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International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS)

Congress 2029/2030

Caring for Earth and People: Past Wisdom, Future Vision

“I fully support the proposal to hold the ISPRS Congress in Sydney in 2030. The Organising Committee have many years of experience organising ISPRS conferences, including workshops, Symposia, and other international meetings. The International Convention Centre Sydney is a state-of-the-art convention centre, located on Sydney Harbour, one of the most picturesque and stunning cities around the world. I am very confident that holding the Congress in Sydney in 2030 will bring outstanding technical, cultural and social benefits to Congress participants.”

Professor John Trinder AM, Honorary Member ISPRS

Australia is a global leader in geospatial science, remote sensing, and photogrammetry, and we believe that Sydney presents an unparalleled opportunity to deliver an innovative, inclusive, and impactful Congress for the international geospatial community.

Sydney is rapidly emerging as a global leader in innovation, driven by its top-tier academic research institutions, world-class innovation districts, and cutting-edge digital technologies.

Our city has a highly skilled and multicultural workforce, making it a powerhouse of talent and creativity. With a thriving start-up and scale-up scene, Sydney's key growth industries include Digital Technologies, Financial Services and FinTech, Biomedical Technologies and Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, and Net Zero and Clean Energy Technology.

Known for its unrivalled natural and man-made beauty, modern congress facilities and venues, and robust government support, Sydney stands out as the ideal destination for global innovation and business events.

Why Sydney?

Local organisation and support

Locus Alliance has been established by the Institution of Surveyors New South Wales (NSW) as its own entity and will eventually take over the Australian membership for ISPRS.

The Institution of Surveyors NSW has a wealth of experience in connecting the community through its events including its annual conference, regular CPD seminars, workshops and webinars.

Locus Alliance brings together Australia’s surveying and geospatial professionals under one trusted, member-led national body. Built by practitioners, for practitioners, we unite individuals across states and disciplines to strengthen and elevate standards, champion profession growth, and collectively shape the future of our industry.

We have partnered with Business Events Sydney, the New South Wales (NSW) State Government and peak bodies from around Australia to ensure successful congress delivery, optimum engagement with industry, academia and Government, and an enduring local and international legacy.

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Academic and community support

Australia has a longstanding and meaningful relationship with ISPRS, demonstrated through leadership roles, hosted events, and ongoing scientific contributions across multiple decades.

From hosting the 2012 Congress in Melbourne to providing ISPRS presidents, commission leaders, and numerous Scientific and Education Initiative projects, Australia’s engagement reflects deep technical capability and consistent commitment to the global photogrammetry and remote sensing community.

Sydney’s bid is backed by strong national and regional support, including six leading Australian universities alongside New Zealand partners and the Australasian Spatial Information Education and Research Association. Together, this coalition brings extensive expertise, organisational capacity, and a shared vision for delivering an exceptional ISPRS Congress in Sydney.

Destination Sydney

Sydney is a global congress city and has the logistical capabilities to meet and exceed your congress requirements. Our proposed venue, the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), is a state-of-theart venue with excellent congress facilities. The proposed plenary room seats up to 2,500 delegates and is supported by large breakout rooms, extensive poster display area and premium exhibition space for the trade show and catering.

In their free time, delegates will experience our vibrant city, taking advantage of our Australian weather that is perfect for exploring the outdoor lifestyle that Sydney is famous for.

With ICC Sydney’s central harbourside location many of Sydney’s iconic attractions are an easy scenic walk away. Without even leaving the conference precinct, attendees can experience our unique wildlife first-hand and just a little further afield, they will discover our famous beaches, climb the iconic Harbour Bridge, and be inspired at the Sydney Opera House.

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Acknowledgment

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We acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation as the Traditional Custodians of the lands upon which we would assemble for the meeting.

We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' enduring connection to land, waterways and community.

We pay our respect to the Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia.