Australasian Hydrographic Society upcoming events

HOBART AHS EVENT - Bathy and Beer (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 07:15:00 GMT

AHS WAR-Evening Technical Meeting-Ports and Dredging (28 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The AHS is pleased to invite members and guests to our upcoming get-together at the Ibis Hotel, Perth - Edward Room (previously known as the Salt room)

This is an in-person only event, please do not register if you are unable to attend in person.

Food will be provided, and a limited bar tab will be in place.

Agenda:

17:00 – 17:30 Registration, Networking & Beverages

17:30 – 19:00 Presentations

Westport Update

Adam van der Beeke, Sustainability Interface Lead & Jake Costin, Senior Project Engineer

Westport Office

Adam and Jake will provide an update on the Westport Program and insights into Westport’s approach to avoiding impacts & building ecosystem resilience prior to construction. The presentation will introduce the Westport Ecosystem Model (WEM) which will be used to understand how the natural systems and processes in Cockburn Sound are likely to respond to the pressures caused by the construction and operation of the Westport Container Terminal.

Dredging Survey

Andrew Bembrick, Inshore Program Manager, Revelare Hydrospatial

An inside look at the fast-faced, jack-of-all-trades role of the dredging surveyor. This overview breaks down the operational workflows and the unique technical challenges faced when delivering rapid turnaround hydrospatial data in a dredging environment.

Hydrographic Surveying – The Eyes and Ears of the Dredging Engineer

Simon Burgmans, Director & Principal Dredging Engineer, in2Dredging Pty Ltd

Accurate hydrographic survey data is fundamental to the successful planning, execution, and commercial management of dredging projects. From the initial baseline survey through to progress monitoring and final acceptance surveys, survey data provides the “eyes and ears” of the dredging engineer. In this presentation, Simon will discuss the importance of hydrographic survey data from both a technical and commercial dredging perspective.

19:00 – 20:30 Networking, refreshments and nibbles

Thank you to our sponsor - in2Dredging Pty Ltd

Call for Sponsors

The Australasian Hydrographic Society welcomes organisations interested in supporting this event. As a sponsor you will gain valuable exposure, as well as opportunities to market to an engaged audience.

please contact: war@ahs.asn.au

NZR Annual General Meeting (AGM) (04 Jun 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

The New Zealand Region (NZR) Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

All AHS members in the New Zealand Region are warmly invited to attend.

The meeting link will be shared with registered attendees prior to the event.

World Hydrography Day 2026 (18 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Join the Australasian Hydrographic Society (AHS) in celebrating World Hydrography Day 2026 at Novotel Wollongong Northbeach. This annual event brings together hydrographic professionals, industry leaders, and emerging practitioners for a day of knowledge sharing, professional development, and networking.

Event Details

Date: 18 June 2026
Time: 08:30 – 16:30 (AEST)
Location: Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Theme

"Transforming how ocean data is shared"

This year’s theme focuses on the evolving landscape of ocean data and its accessibility. While presentations are encouraged to align with this theme, broader topics relating to hydrographic data sharing are also welcomed.

Call for Presenters is now Closed

The AHS invitation for members of the hydrographic surveying community to present at the event has now closed.

Thank you everyone who has submitted an abstract for World Hydrography Day 2026. We look forward to hearing everyone's presentation on the day.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Australasian Hydrographic Society welcomes organisations interested in supporting World Hydrography Day 2026 through event sponsorship and industry engagement.

A sponsorship package of A$1,000 includes:

Display table for demonstrating technology, products, or services
Opportunity to place stand-up banners within the event venue
Exposure to hydrographic professionals, government representatives, and industry leaders attending the seminar

Sponsorship opportunities are limited and will be allocated on a first confirmed basis.

For sponsorship enquiries, please contact:
president@ahs.asn.au

Registration

Registration for the World Hydrography Day event offers excellent value and includes:

Access to all technical sessions
Morning tea
Lunch
Afternoon tea

Registration Fee:

World Hydrography Day Seminar: $230

Networking Dinner

Join us the evening before for an informal networking dinner.

Date: 17 June 2026
Time: 18:30 – 21:00
Venue: Steamers Bar and Grill

Dinner & Drinks: $130

This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry colleagues ahead of the seminar.

Accommodation

Travelling to attend the event?

Stay at Novotel Wollongong Northbeach and receive a discounted rate by mentioning the World Hydrography Day seminar when booking.

Professional Development

Attendees of this seminar will receive 6 CPD points, contributing to ongoing professional development requirements.

Why Attend

This seminar provides an excellent opportunity to:

Hear from leading speakers across the hydrographic community
Stay informed on current trends and developments
Engage with industry peers
Build new professional connections