Tas Tech Fest 2026

Tas Tech Fest 2026, organised by TasICT, was held on Wednesday 18 March 2026 at Wrest Point Conference Centre, 410 Sandy Bay Road, Hobart. The main conference program ran from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, bringing together technology professionals, industry leaders, government representatives, innovators, and organisations from across Tasmania's ICT sector.

The event focused on The Future of Technology in Tasmania, exploring emerging technologies, digital innovation, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and opportunities for industry collaboration. Its program included two concurrent presentation streams, keynote sessions, panel discussions, technology exhibitions, and networking activities.

A major highlight was the keynote presentation From Tasmania to the World: Inside Incat's Electric Ferry Revolution, delivered by Stephen Casey, CEO of International Catamarans (Incat). The program also featured discussions on innovation in Tasmania, the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence, technology decision-making, cloud-based physical security, and the future of AI in Tasmania.

The Tasmanian Government's ICT Industry Summit provided an opportunity to learn about government technology priorities and future directions, with Tasmanian Government Chief Information Officer Justin Thurley among the featured speakers. Other sessions explored practical technology applications, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and the role of innovation in Tasmanian businesses.

The Tech Expo featured organisations from across the technology industry, including Arctic Wolf, Intuit Technologies, Ionata, TasmaNet, Telstra, NBN Co, and several cybersecurity and digital services providers. The University of Tasmania participated as a presenting sponsor and exhibitor, highlighting its connection with Tasmania's wider technology community.

Networking opportunities were available throughout the day, including morning tea, lunch, and an evening networking session. These activities provided opportunities for attendees to meet technology professionals, engage with exhibitors, exchange ideas, and learn about developments across the ICT sector.

For UTAS ICT students, Tas Tech Fest offered a valuable opportunity to explore Tasmania's technology industry beyond the classroom. The event highlighted potential career pathways in software development, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and digital transformation, while demonstrating the importance of industry engagement and professional networking.