TRENZ 2025 Wraps Up with Record Business Meetings, Announces Auckland 2026 as Host City

(IN SHORT) TRENZ 2025 has concluded successfully in Rotorua, and Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA) has announced that TRENZ will return to Auckland in 2026. Hosted at the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), the event will highlight the region’s new developments and sustainable initiatives. Auckland’s dynamic, diverse offerings will be showcased to international delegates, marking an exciting new chapter for New Zealand’s largest tourism trade event.

(PRESS RELEASE) WELLINGTON, New Zealand, 2025-May-8 — /Travel PR News/ — TRENZ, New Zealand’s largest annual tourism trade show, has concluded another highly successful event, bidding farewell to Rotorua after a memorable few days of business and collaboration.

“The past few days have demonstrated the immense value of this remarkable event. With 1,200 delegates engaging in an astounding 16,000 business meetings, TRENZ has laid the foundation for tourism export growth that will benefit the industry for years to come,” says Rebecca Ingram, Chief Executive of Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA).

Rotorua, renowned as the birthplace of international tourism, exceeded expectations by rolling out the red carpet for the tourism industry. The city’s commitment to showcasing New Zealand’s unique Māori culture, with its core values of manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, and whanaungatanga, infused every aspect of the event.

As TRENZ bids farewell to Rotorua, TIA is excited to announce that the event will return to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland in 2026. The New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) will host TRENZ from May 19-21, 2026.

“After nearly a decade, it’s Auckland’s turn to shine!” says Ingram. “TRENZ 2026 will provide the perfect opportunity to showcase the many exciting developments in the region, including the exceptional NZICC. Plans are already in motion to ensure the travel trade audience experiences the many new and diverse attractions throughout the region.”

Annie Dundas, Director of Destination at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, shared her excitement about hosting TRENZ 2026, saying, “We’re thrilled to showcase New Zealand’s largest and most diverse destination. Delegates at TRENZ 2026 will witness a revitalised Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, where the city’s vast and varied accommodation options and innovative, sustainable experiences will shine. The highly anticipated City Rail Link will connect Auckland’s vibrant neighbourhoods, and the NZICC, the country’s largest purpose-built convention centre, will provide an outstanding venue for the event.”

Dundas added, “Auckland is bursting with fresh energy, and we’re eager to welcome TRENZ and show our travel partners what makes Auckland truly special.”

TIA also extended its thanks to the sponsors for 2025: Air New Zealand, Tourism New Zealand, RotoruaNZ, Christchurch Airport, Auckland Airport, Tranzit, Sudima, Millennium Hotels, EVT – Rydges, and AccorHotels.

About TRENZ
TRENZ brings together New Zealand’s tourism operators (sellers) with international travel and tourism buyers, as well as media from key tourism markets. The event plays a vital role in growing New Zealand’s tourism economy. For more information, visit www.trenz.co.nz.

For more information, please contact TIA Communications Advisor Leah McNeil – leah.mcneil@tia.org.nz or (021) 045-1143.

SOURCE: TOURISM INDUSTRY AOTEAROA