THE MARKS THAT MATTER
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FM Summit Aotearoa returns in 2026 to the vibrant waterfront of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
This year’s theme celebrates the visible and invisible traces of care, connection, and responsibility that define our industry – the marks we leave on the places and people we serve. Fittingly, we’ll gather at a venue that wears its own history proudly.
Our Summit home, Shed 10, is remarkable.
Every dent in Shed 10’s pillars, every scuff on its floors, every faded marking, every message scratched on the walls, tells a story.
Real, authentic stories of the people that breathed history and experiences into this place, from the sprawling roof, to the very foundations.
The beautifully worn surfaces are evidence of lives that were moulded here, and the lives that moulded this place, showing how people and place are inseparable in the stories we tell.
This is real sustainability. A place built to last. A place thousands have passed through, and the generations-long resilience that thrives here. This is a real, living place.
As we gather here for our Summit, we do so in a place that reminds us why what we do matters – and how the marks we leave shape what comes next.
Join us as a partner or exhibitor
The marks that matter are made together. Showcase your organisation, build meaningful connections, and be part of the stories, ideas, and innovations shaping our built environment.
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Programme Snapshot
Thursday 1 October
· Pre-Summit webinar
Monday 19 October
· Optional site tours – 10.30 am | 12.30 pm | 2.30 pm
· FM Summit Welcome function – 4.30 pm
Tuesday 20 October
· FM Summit – 8.45 am to 4.30 pm
· FM Summit Dinner – 6.30 pm
Wednesday 21 October
· FM Summit – 8.45 am to 3.30 pm
· Farewell drinks – 3.30 pm to 5 pm
Site Tours
Go behind the scenes at some of Auckland's most notable facilities. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your place when registering. Site tours are included in Summit registration fees; however, RSVP is essential.
Welcome Function
Start your Summit experience by connecting with peers from across Aotearoa at our informal Welcome Function. RSVP is required. Attendance is included for full Summit delegates; additional fees may apply for accompanying guests. Dress code: Business casual.
Summit Dinner
Join us for a memorable evening celebrating our profession, our people, and our achievements. RSVP is required and dinner tickets must be purchased separately. Dress code: Smart evening attire. Come ready for a fantastic night of great food, celebration, and dancing at one of Auckland's iconic venues. Please note that places at site tours and social functions are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVP is required for all optional activities and functions.
Watch this space — more details to come. We can’t wait to connect, learn, and celebrate together in Tāmaki Makaurau.
For questions about Summit partnership, contact Jo Duggan at jo@fmanz.org
For any questions about becoming an exhibitor, contact Pam Sanford-Scutt at pam@fmanz.org