The Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME) is Australia's largest regional mining event, with a history of over 30 years, and has consistently been a cornerstone activity for the Mackay mining sector. In 2024, it attracted over 5,000 visitors and more than 300 exhibitors, making it a highly anticipated event on the Queensland mining calendar. Positioned as the ultimate showcase for supplier innovation and excellence, QME highlights the world-class capabilities of Mackay and the wider Central Queensland region, offering unparalleled exposure for companies looking to present their products and services to Queensland's mining professionals.

Excavation EquipmentLoading EquipmentHauling Equipment

Covering heavy machinery for surface/underground mining, excavation, loading, and hauling, along with live operational demonstrations.

Crushing EquipmentScreening EquipmentGrinding EquipmentBeneficiation Equipment

Featuring technologies for crushing, screening, grinding, beneficiation, coal processing, and mineral handling.

AI Predictive MaintenanceRemote OperationsDigital Mine Solutions

Focusing on data-driven decisions, AI predictive maintenance, remote operations, and digital mine solutions.

Mental HealthFatigue Management

Addressing mental health, fatigue management, remote work challenges, and safety for the modern mining workforce.

Energy-saving TechnologyEfficient Resource Use

Exploring operational resilience through energy-saving tech, efficient resource use, and sustainability-driven gains.

Mineral ExplorationMineral ProcessingBattery Materials

Focusing on the supply chain from exploration to processing for minerals essential to batteries and electric vehicles.

Showcasing cutting-edge equipment from hundreds of suppliers with live demos and real-world mining applications.

Local ProcurementCommunity Partnership

Emphasizing lasting partnerships with local/Indigenous communities through local procurement and shared value initiatives.