The SCEC has been the shows home for 25 years and will reopen in 2017 after redevelopment between 2014 – 2016. The move to SEC @ GI has raised many questions and here are some answers.
Q: Where will the Sydney International Boat Show be held in 2014?
The undercover exhibits of the Sydney International Boat Show will be located in a purpose built facility in Glebe Island. The venue will be known as the Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island. This facility has been constructed for the exhibition industry and will be used from 2014-2016. It is located in the heart of Sydney on the foreshore of the harbour near the underside of the Anzac Bridge. The marina exhibits will remain in Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour
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Q: When will the Show be held in 2014?
Show dates: Thursday 31 July – Monday 4 August 2014 It is envisaged that the normal move-in and move-out time periods will apply. Schedules will be sent to confirmed exhibitors in advance of the show.
Q: Is Glebe Island actually an island?
“Glebe Island was a major port facility in Sydney Harbour and, in association with the adjacent White Bay facility was the receiving venue for imported cars and dry bulk goods in the region until 2008. It is surrounded by White, Johnstons, and Rozelle Bays. Whilst retaining its original title as an ‘Island’, it has long been infilled to the shoreline of the suburb of Rozelle and connected by the Glebe Island Bridge to Pyrmont.” (Wikipedia) For those familiar with Sydney, it is that span of land to the left that is visible as you cross ANZAC Bridge, heading towards the city from the west.
Q: How will visitors travel between the Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island and the marina exhibits in Cockle Bay at Darling Harbour?
During show days, there will be regular ferry and bus shuttles between the two locations. The BIA NSW is currently working with the venue and it’s appointed transport providers to develop a comprehensive transport plan. All transport shuttles will be free for show ticket holders. Ferry shuttle travel time will be approximately 10 minutes. There will also be a taxi rank at both locations. Pedestrian access into the Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island is not possible. Free bus shuttles will be available from Central Station (Eddy Avenue).
Q: Is there parking available?
Parking is available at Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island. Coupled with the overflow areas, it is envisaged that a similar number of parking spaces will be available to those that existed within the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre car park, around 900 spaces. Our message to visitors travelling by car will be to travel to Darling Harbour as first choice. Significantly more parking is available in the Darling Harbour precinct than SEC @ GI. Additional information will be provided as and when available.
Q: How will the ticketing work?
Ticketing will work in a similar manner to previous years. Visitors can purchase tickets at either venue and that ticket will be valid for entry at both venues. Shuttle transport between the venues will be free.
Q: How big is Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island?
The interim venue is 24,500 m2 in size. By comparison Halls 1 – 5 of the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre were 25,000 m2.
Q: What type of structure is Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island?
Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island is primarily a hard walled structure built on a raised concrete slab. The venue will be air-conditioned and have permanent lighting installed. It will be a fully functioning purpose built facility with catering and amenities. Prior to being erected at Glebe Island, the structure was used at the London Olympic Games.
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