Mackay Is Ready To Welcome QME 2026!

Photo source: Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME)

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The countdown is on for the Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME) 2026, with preparations underway at Mackay Showgrounds ahead of the event’s opening on 21 July 2026.

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Recognised as Australia’s largest regional mining event, QME will bring together businesses and industry professionals from across the mining and engineering sectors.

Todesco, Relationship Manager – Mining Events at Prime Creative Media, said QME continues to reflect the strength and momentum of Queensland’s mining sector.

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“What we’re seeing with QME 2026 is a clear signal of the industry’s appetite for collaboration, innovation and connection and the significance of coming together to share those insights,” Todesco said.

QME 2026 is set to showcase more than 350 exhibiting companies, bringing together a diverse line-up of global brands, leading suppliers and specialist providers supporting the resources sector.

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Visitors will see confirmed exhibitors including Milwaukee Tool, Hitachi Construction Machinery/LandCROS, Fulton Hogan, Epiroc, Hastings Deering, Brooks/XCMG, Liebherr and Flexco Australia, alongside a wide range of METS providers and specialist mining suppliers.

Returning as a key feature of the event, the QME Mining Pavilion will connect attendees with major mining operators and contractors including Glencore, Macmahon, BHP Mitsubishi Alliance, Mackellar Group, Stanmore Resources and Whitehaven Coal. The Pavilion offers insight into projects, procurement pathways and the industry priorities shaping the sector.

Also taking centre stage in 2026 is the Leadership Series, delivering practical, industry-led discussions covering safety, productivity, workforce capability, leadership and operational performance.

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“The Leadership Series is designed to deliver practical, real-world insight that operators can take back into their businesses,” Todesco said.

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“It reflects the challenges and priorities we’re hearing directly from industry, particularly around productivity, safety and workforce development.”

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Beyond the exhibition floor, QME 2026 will continue to provide valuable opportunities for industry connection and networking. The QME Opening Party, held at the conclusion of day one, will return as an opportunity for exhibitors, visitors and stakeholders to connect in a relaxed setting.

Recognised as Queensland’s largest mining event, QME attracted more than 5,000 visitors over three days in 2024 and continues to provide a platform for showcasing innovation, capability and investment across the state’s resources sector.

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The event is supported by a strong network of sponsors, including Hitachi LandCROS, Pirtek, the Queensland Government, ORIX Fleet, Sixt and Maroomba Airlines, helping bring the exhibition to life in 2026.

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Key association partners include the Bowen Basin Mining Club (BBMC), Queensland Resources Council (QRC), Austmine, Minerals Council of Australia,  Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) and the Australian Society for Bulk Solids Handling, alongside industry partners such as Aboriginal Enterprises in Mining, Energy and Exploration Ltd  (AEMEE), Young Mining Professionals, (Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies) CRC Time, Mackay Airport and the Resources Centre of Excellence.

QME 2026’s official charity partner, BMA CQ Rescue, will also feature at the event, highlighting the vital role it plays in delivering emergency aeromedical services across Central and North Queensland.  

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“We’re honoured to be the official charity partner of QME 2026 and excited for the opportunity to highlight the vital role BMA CQ Rescue plays across Central and North Queensland,” BMA CQ Rescue General Manager, Lisa Martin, said.

“We look forward to being part of QME 2026 and connecting with attendees and exhibitors on the day, while sharing more about the work we carry out across Central and North Queensland.”

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More than just an exhibition, QME 2026 continues to bring together the broader mining community, providing a central meeting point for Queensland’s resources sector.  

“QME plays a vital role in connecting the entire mining industry in Queensland,” Todesco said.

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“From major operators through to emerging METS providers, it’s a platform where genuine relationships are formed and strengthened across the industry.”

QME is free to attend, and with thousands already pre-registered, anticipation is building for another major showcase of Queensland’s mining and engineering capabilities. Be part of the action at QME 2026!

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