The 2026 Australasian Fleet Education & Leadership Summit will take place on 19–20 May at Rosehill Gardens, Sydney, bringing together fleet professionals from government, corporate and operational sectors to share knowledge and practical experience.
For many organisations, the question is not whether to attend—but how to structure attendance in a way that supports capability development, succession planning and operational outcomes. The organisers have provided several attendance pathways that reflect the different needs of modern fleet teams.
This guide outlines the main options and when each approach may make sense.
Option 1: Send Key Decision-Makers with a Full Delegate Pass
Best suited to:
- Fleet Managers
- Procurement Managers
- Asset or Risk Leaders
- Senior operational decision-makers
The Standard Delegate Pass provides complete access to the two-day program, including keynote sessions, education streams, networking functions and the Industry Dinner and Fleet Awards.
This option is typically the most appropriate for staff responsible for strategy, policy development or organisational risk. These roles benefit from exposure to broader industry trends and direct engagement with peers facing similar challenges.
From a workforce planning perspective, sending at least one senior representative helps ensure the organisation remains aligned with industry practices—particularly in areas such as safety governance, compliance and fleet sustainability.
Option 2: Use the Public Sector Rate to Maintain Professional Development
Best suited to:
- Local government fleet teams
- State or federal agencies
- Public utilities and service providers
A discounted Public Sector Ticket priced at $880 (incl. GST) is available, supported by the Fleet Management Benchmarking Improvement Group (FMBIG). Public sector scholarships are also available by application.
This option recognises the financial constraints faced by many public sector organisations while maintaining access to industry education and benchmarking opportunities.
For councils and government agencies, consistent attendance at industry events plays an important role in building organisational maturity—particularly in areas such as utilisation management, maintenance strategy and chain-of-responsibility compliance.
Option 3: Build Capability Through the Industry Development Program
Best suited to:
- Organisations developing emerging leaders
- Teams planning structured workforce development
- Organisations investing in succession planning
Eligible organisations participating in AfMA’s Industry Development Program (IDP) may access up to three complimentary Summit tickets each year.
This pathway supports a structured approach to professional development. It allows organisations to rotate attendance across team members, ensuring knowledge is distributed rather than concentrated in a single role.
For many fleet operations, this approach aligns with long-term workforce capability planning—particularly where experienced staff are approaching retirement or where teams are expanding responsibilities in areas such as electrification or telematics.
Option 4: Send Multiple Team Members Using Group Discounts
Best suited to:
- Medium to large fleet operations
- Organisations undergoing change or transformation
- Teams implementing new technology or policy frameworks
Discounted rates are available for organisations registering four or more delegates.
Sending multiple staff can improve the return on investment from attendance. Different team members can focus on specific learning areas—such as safety, procurement, operations or sustainability—and share insights internally after the event.
This approach is particularly useful when organisations are:
- Implementing new fleet systems
- Updating policy or governance frameworks
- Transitioning to new vehicle technologies
- Reviewing operating models or service delivery
Option 5: Combine Membership with Attendance
Best suited to:
- Organisations new to the fleet professional network
- Teams seeking ongoing education and benchmarking support
- Organisations formalising their fleet governance framework
New corporate members or resource subscribers may be eligible for a complimentary Summit ticket as part of their membership.
This option can provide a practical entry point into the professional network while supporting immediate workforce development.
For organisations establishing or formalising fleet management practices, membership-based engagement often provides ongoing value beyond the event itself.
What Teams Gain from Attending
Across two days, delegates participate in practical education sessions, keynote presentations and open discussions designed to support safer, more efficient and more sustainable fleet operations.
The program focuses on three core themes:
- Fleet Strategy and Leadership
- Emerging Fleet Technologies
- Fleet Safety and Risk Management
These areas reflect the shift in the fleet profession from operational management toward strategic business leadership—something many organisations are experiencing as expectations around safety, cost control and sustainability continue to increase.
The event will also bring together:
- More than 1,000 industry professionals
- Over 80 exhibitors
- More than 50 speakers
- A Ride & Drive experience
- The Fleet Industry Awards Dinner
For many fleet teams, the value of attendance comes as much from peer interaction as from formal presentations. Conversations with other organisations often provide practical insights that are difficult to obtain through formal training alone.
A Practical Planning Tip for Fleet Leaders
Rather than viewing attendance as a one-off event, many organisations treat the Summit as part of a broader capability development plan.
A simple approach is to:
- Send one senior decision-maker
- Send one operational or technical specialist
- Rotate attendance among emerging leaders each year
This structure helps build organisational capability over time while maintaining continuity of knowledge.
It also reflects a broader principle seen across mature fleet operations: capability is built through consistent investment in people, not isolated training events.
Next Steps
The 2026 Australasian Fleet Education & Leadership Summit will be held on:
19–20 May 2026
Rosehill Gardens, Sydney
Registration details and program information are available at: https://afmasummit.afma.org.au/
Organisations planning to attend are encouraged to confirm delegate numbers early—particularly if applying for scholarships, development program places or group discounts.
