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Asbestos Conference – March 2026
Posted by Ari Munkhbaatar
🛠️ The ASBESTOS Conference, hosted by the Faculty of Asbestos Management of Australia and New Zealand (FAMANZ), is a key industry event dedicated to the safe handling, regulation, and removal of asbestos throughout Australia and New Zealand. It provides a collaborative platform for experts, regulators, frontline workers, and advocacy groups to share insights, learn from one another, and drive innovation in asbestos safety and disease prevention.
Each year, the conference draws together delegates from government bodies, industry organisations, and health and safety sectors, creating opportunities to exchange best practices and explore global advancements. Featuring an international speaker lineup from countries such as the UK, Italy, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, the event offers a wide range of perspectives and lessons that enrich the ongoing efforts to reduce asbestos-related risks and improve public health outcomes.
🔍 Core Purpose
- Raise awareness about the health risks of asbestos exposure
- Promote safe handling, removal, and disposal techniques
- Support those affected by asbestos-related diseases
- Encourage collaboration across government, industry, and advocacy groups
👥 Typical Attendees
- Asbestos removal contractors and assessors
- Occupational hygienists and environmental consultants
- Government regulators and policymakers
- Property managers and demolition professionals
- NGOs and support organizations for asbestos victims
🧠 Common Topics Covered
- Communicating asbestos risks effectively
- Advances in disease prevention and treatment
- Innovations in removal and disposal technologies
- Regulatory updates and international collaboration
- Training and certification for asbestos professionals
Previous conferences:
- 1St Asbestos Conference – Blue Mountains, Australia (October 17–18, 2022)
- 2nd Asbestos Conference – Auckland, New Zealand (21-22 March 2023)
- 3rd Asbestos Conference – Melbourne, Australia ( 4-6 March 2024)
- 4th Asbestos Conference – Queenstown, New Zealand (17-19 March 2025)
The 5th International Asbestos Conference is scheduled to take place in Sydney, Australia, on 2nd to the 4th of March, 2026. This conference often includes technical sessions, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions — all designed to foster learning and drive action toward a safer future.
Source: https://asbestosconference.com/
