2027 TECNZ Trade Event, 21-22 April, Viaduct Event Centre, Auckland.

Buyer Information

The TECNZ Trade Event brings together New Zealand and Australian inbound travel trade with TECNZ Allied Members for two days of pre-scheduled appointments, industry connections and networking.

Buyers have the opportunity to discover new products and services, strengthen supplier relationships, provide market insight and feedback, and discuss contracts, inclusions and rates.

Who Will Attend?

Buyers

Inbound Travel Trade

  • Inbound Tour Operators (ITOs) and Destination Management Companies (DMCs) based in New Zealand and Australia
  • Principals and Product Managers
  • Travel Designers
  • Frontline staff and consultants
  • Travel industry professionals

Sellers

Exclusive to TECNZ Allied Members

  • Accommodation providers
  • Attraction and activity operators
  • Transport operators
  • Tourism service providers
  • Regional Tourism Organisations

Others

  • Strategic partners
  • Trade media
  • Consumer travel media

Why Attend?

  • Fully Hosted Buyer Programme with complimentary participation for eligible Buyers
  • Meet TECNZ tourism suppliers through dedicated pre-scheduled B2B appointments
  • Connect with new products and strengthen existing supplier relationships
  • Discuss contracts, inclusions and rates directly with tourism suppliers
  • Provide valuable market insight and feedback
  • Accommodation and flight support is available for eligible Hosted Buyers
  • Take part in lunches and networking functions throughout the event

Event Format

Sellers will be seated at dedicated tables throughout the trade floor. Buyers will move between Sellers according to their pre-scheduled appointment programme.

Each appointment is designed to provide focused one-to-one time to discuss products, market opportunities and business needs. Additional networking opportunities will be available throughout the event.

Hosted Buyers hold an appointment stream. Accompanying Buyers joining a Hosted Buyer are primarily intended for training and development purposes. Inbound companies may register multiple Hosted Buyers where multiple appointment streams are required.

Important Buyer Dates

7 October 2026
Hosted Buyer registrations open
11 December 2026
Air New Zealand flight offer ends
22 February 2027
Hosted Buyer registrations close
1 March 2027
Pre-scheduled Appointment (PSA) preferences open
22 March 2027
Pre-scheduled Appointment (PSA) preferences close
29 March 2027
Online diary opens
7 April 2027
Online diary closes for changes
16 April 2027
Hosted Buyer Air New Zealand / TECNZ flight credit deadline
16 April 2027
Deadline for name changes

Ready to join us?

View the Buyer registration options and register for the 2027 TECNZ Trade Event.

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