27-29 Aug 2025 | ICC, Sydney
The Security Exhibition & Conference 2025 Where The Industry Unites.
A Record-Breaking Gathering at ICC Sydney
From 27–29 August 2025, the International Convention Centre Sydney became the beating heart of the security industry. Thousands of professionals, including technology vendors, integrators, consultants, and end users came together for three days of discovery, networking, and knowledge-sharing. As one of the most anticipated events on the annual security calendar, the Security Exhibition & Conference once again proved why it is the industry’s premier meeting ground.
A Showcase of Innovation and Global Brands
Attendees walked through a cutting-edge showcase that featured world-leading brands such as Wesco Anixter, Axis Communications, dormakaba, Hanwha Vision, and hundreds more. From AI-powered surveillance systems to next-generation biometrics and cloud-enabled management platforms, the exhibition floor provided a window into the future of security. Standout demonstrations included AI-driven behavioural analysis predicting risks before they materialise, cloud-based video analytics offering unprecedented accuracy and scalability, next-generation access control solutions with mobile credentials and touchless authentication, and rapid-response drones like the VF-36 UAV designed for high-stakes environments. The technologies on display reflected a market in rapid transformation, where digital and physical security converge to create more intelligent, integrated solutions.
The Rise of AI and Transformational Security Trends
Artificial Intelligence emerged as the defining theme of the 2025 event. From intrusion detection powered by machine learning to advanced facial recognition in heavily populated environments, AI is now at the core of the sector’s evolution. Exhibitors also demonstrated how interconnected IoT sensors are delivering real-time alerts, how IT/OT convergence is bridging digital infrastructure with physical assets, and how software-driven solutions and managed services are supplanting traditional hardware-heavy models. These shifts underscored the industry’s transformation, signalling a future defined by speed, intelligence, and seamless integration.
Security ASIAL Conference: Knowledge, Leadership and Connection
While the show floor buzzed with technology, the Security ASIAL Conference delivered powerful insights for over 250 professional delegates. Industry leaders and experts presented on pressing topics including cybersecurity best practices amid growing global threats, risk assessment and physical threat management, evolving demands of regulatory compliance, and strategies for building resilience against cyber-physical convergence risks. Beyond the formal sessions, the conference fostered invaluable connections through networking lounges, roundtables, and informal meetups. Delegates walked away with not just knowledge, but also new partnerships and business opportunities that reinforced the importance of face-to-face collaboration.
Collaboration with AV: Security Meets Integrate
Co-located with Integrate, Australia’s largest audiovisual exhibition, the 2025 edition highlighted the increasing crossover between AV and security. Solutions demonstrated how AV and surveillance can combine to create seamless command centres, intelligent building management systems, and enhanced situational awareness. This partnership showcased that the future lies not in isolated technologies but in fully integrated ecosystems—where AV and security unite for smarter, safer environments.
Looking Ahead
The event concluded with a clear message: the security industry is on the cusp of a new era. The next chapter will be defined by relentless innovation, the intelligent application of data, and deeper collaboration across sectors. ICC Sydney became more than just a venue for three days—it was the epicentre of progress, where the future of security was imagined, tested, and realised.
Security 2026 – A Milestone 40th Year
As the industry looks ahead, one major milestone is already on the horizon. The Security Exhibition & Conference will return 2–4 September 2026 at ICC Sydney, marking its 40th anniversary. With four decades of driving innovation, shaping policy, and fostering collaboration, 2026 promises to be a landmark celebration of the industry’s evolution.