From inspiring keynote presentations to State of the Industry summits, this is where you’ll find all the essential information relating to the Caravan and RV Industry at the 2026 Caravan Industry Victoria Trade Expo.
Stay informed and inspired with keynote sessions designed to provide practical insights, emerging trends and expert perspectives to help grow your business. From market developments and innovation to leadership and industry challenges, each session is tailored to equip trade professionals with knowledge they can take back to their organisations.
Presented by Mark Harlan
Chief Operating Officer
BYD DENZA
Trade Conference Hall
Join COO of BYD’s premium brand, DENZA Mark Harland to hear how electric vehicles are enhancing & challenging the caravan industry with new technology – a must hear during the current worldwide fuel crisis, and what it means for the caravan industry & their customers. CIV have been very fortunate to secure Mark to speak. This is a must-see presentation!
Matt Hall
Trade Conference Hall
A retired wing commander and top gun fighter pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force, Matt Hall is a combat veteran of Iraq, with USAF medals for heroism under fire in his F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet, supporting troops on the ground.
In 2009, following his decorated career in the RAAF, Australia’s very own top gun pilot became the first Australian ever to compete in the Red Bull Air Race World Championships. Matt placed third in his racing debut and since accumulated seven wins and 25 podiums, ultimately winning Red Bull Air Race in 2019 making him the most successful air race pilot in the modern era.
He’s a man who knows how to inspire and understands how to manage risk. He’s also the author of the biography The Sky Is Not the Limit.
Matt Hall
Trade Conference Hall
A retired wing commander and top gun fighter pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force, Matt Hall is a combat veteran of Iraq, with USAF medals for heroism under fire in his F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet, supporting troops on the ground.
In 2009, following his decorated career in the RAAF, Australia’s very own top gun pilot became the first Australian ever to compete in the Red Bull Air Race World Championships. Matt placed third in his racing debut and since accumulated seven wins and 25 podiums, ultimately winning Red Bull Air Race in 2019 making him the most successful air race pilot in the modern era.
He’s a man who knows how to inspire and understands how to manage risk. He’s also the author of the biography The Sky Is Not the Limit.
Presented by Vikram Sachdeva
Director – Manufacturing Excellence & Transformation
Factory of the Future | Swinburne University of Technology, Australia
Trade Conference Hall
AI is no longer just a technology trend — it is becoming a practical tool for caravan manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and service businesses to improve productivity, quality, safety and customer experience. This short session will demystify AI and show how caravan industry businesses can start using it in realistic, low-risk ways: from machine vision for quality inspection, predictive maintenance for equipment and assets, smarter inventory and demand planning, automated documentation and compliance support, through to generative AI tools that can assist with sales, service, training and knowledge capture. The focus will be on practical opportunities, common pitfalls, and how businesses can take the next step with confidence.
Presented by Jordan Edwards
Chief Executive Officer
Soda Capital
Trade Conference Hall
Topics covered will include:
Presented by Jordan Edwards
Chief Executive Officer
Soda Capital
Trade Conference Hall
Topics covered will include:
This is your chance to voice your opinion, express any concerns, and discuss freely with a panel of industry peers & leaders as we open the floor to discuss the issues, opportunities and trends shaping the future of the caravan industry. While many in the industry struggle, others are thriving. Join this community forum to reflect and learn on where the industry is at currently, and where it will go in the future.
Trade Conference Hall
Discuss the current manufacturing landscape, such as supply chain challenges, innovation, workforce issues, downturns and future opportunities with an expert industry panel. We want to hear from you.
Trade Conference Hall
Gain insights into consumer demand, the realities of the current retail environment, aftersales trends, service challenges and the outlook for businesses across the sector from leading industry representatives.
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