Description
Who is BESydney?
Delivering economic and social impact for Sydney, NSW and global communities.
BRINGING BUSINESS EVENTS TO SYDNEY
The true value of meetings to a host city and participants alike is in the opportunity to exchange extraordinary ideas. To collaborate, ignite genius and experience a challenging meeting of minds.
That’s the business of BESydney. Backed by government, industry and academia, we promote Sydney as the pre-eminent Asia Pacific business visitor destination, supporting Australian business events and bringing global meetings to Australia that deliver economic and social impact for Sydney, NSW and global communities.
WHY BESYDNEY
The specialist bidding services organisation responsible for attracting domestic and global meetings to Sydney, we’re local experts with remarkable connections, growing Australia’s international reputation as one of the world’s most memorable hosts. Financially supported and backed by the New South Wales (NSW) State Government, our services are free and unbiased.
We're a not-for-profit company with a focus on value creation. Within Australia, we connect you with our Team Sydney partners who will work with you to create an outstanding business event. On the global stage, backed by experience and built on relationships, we work with our clients to deliver their legacy. Put simply, we have the connectivity to help bring your business event to Sydney.
WHY SYDNEY?
A city that looks to the future, Sydney combines exceptional corporate facilities, natural beauty and the dynamism to spark innovation, boost collaboration and drive transformation.
Sydney is Australia’s global city – a beacon for leaders, thinkers and innovators from around the country and the world, that has everything needed to connect, inspire real progress and build long-lasting relationships.
EASE OF ACCESS
Spoilt for choice
Sydney is Australia’s most accessible city. Whether travelling in from inter-state or overseas, once you’ve landed at Sydney Airport, the city centre is only 8km (5 miles) away via your choice of taxi, train, airport shuttle bus, or private transfer, whichever you prefer. But the vast array of choices doesn’t stop there – there’s a range of accommodation, from the city to the coast and hinterlands to choose from. You’ll feel at home the minute you arrive.
For our international guests, like many countries around the world, Australia also has requirements for entry visas.
MEETINGS INFRASTRUCTURE
A venue to meet
Sydney is a spirited and cosmopolitan city: where every neighbourhood has its own distinct energy and character, and you’ll find a range of outstanding venues to connect people in the heart of the city.
A place to sleep
From internationally–renowned, five-star luxury suites and spacious apartments, to boutique and budget hotels, Sydney has more than 42,000 rooms to suit every style and budget. And most are within easy walking distance or a short taxi ride to major attractions and venues.
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE SYDNEY (ICC SYDNEY)
A beacon of innovation in the heart of the city
ICC Sydney is Australia’s premier global meeting venue. This state-of-the-art convention, exhibition and entertainment venue has been purpose-built to respond to the future demands of the industry. With the capability and flexibility to meet a comprehensive range of event requirements, ICC Sydney’s team will work hand in hand with clients to deliver events using their industry leading hybrid event solutions: featuring purpose built studios, virtual events services and extensive safety measures on-site.
Located waterside and at the nexus of both the Darling Harbour entertainment precinct and a university, start up and innovation precinct, ICC Sydney is close to the action, close to accommodation and has the capacity and facilities to inspire and delight in equal measure.
VALUE
A city that keeps on giving
The true value of meetings is the opportunity to exchange extraordinary ideas, challenge one another and inspire progress. Sydney brings a new and unique global perspective, close proximity and connectivity to Asian growth markets, and the quality infrastructure and experienced local industry you need.
Everyday costs like transfers, meals, hotels and accommodation are available in a range of options to suit all budgets. Plus, if you consider all that Sydney has to offer – its beauty, energy, diversity and ability to surpass objectives – how can you afford not to consider it?
