Wire & Gas 2024 will be the Main Event for Asia-Pacific for those working in the increasingly crucial automotive thermal management and electrical sectors. This year’s Wire & Gas is essential for those who know that to thrive in this changing environment requires interdisciplinary know-how and skills, a strong support network and the confidence to see the opportunity within every challenge.
Truly living up to the Wire & Gas promise of world-class training and education, a huge and diverse programme of presentations, seminars and panel sessions, this year’s event will feature experts in hybrid and electric vehicles, air-conditioning, electrical, thermal management, business, the regulatory environment, emerging technological trends and much, much more.
In addition to the successful Wire & Gas networking opportunities and popular trade show, the Saturday night Gala Awards dinner will for the first time incorporate the Australian Refrigeration Council’s new annual ARC Award for Refrigerant Management (mobile sector), as well as the inaugural REDARC Young Technician of the Year Award and new Grant Hand Industry Mentor Award.
Wire & Gas 2024 will host the official launch of Cool Mavericks, the world’s most comprehensive history book on the topic of automotive air-conditioning. A glittering cocktail party on the opening evening will celebrate this significant publication with a bespoke beverage created to honour the book’s title and the people featured within its pages. The convention will also recognise 30 years of VASA as the voice of our industry.
Former ARC chair and Refrigerant Reclaim Australia GM
Your host: Member of the Order of Australia and VASA Legend Award recipient Michael Bennett will bring his unique brand of wit, humour, intellect and industry knowledge to Wire & Gas 2024 as Master of Ceremonies.
Founder of Automotive Training Solutions
Seminar: Detailed Low Side Pressure Analysis – An in-depth analysis for all systems including conventional cycling clutch (both TX and expansion tube), mechanical variable pumps, electronic variable pumps and electronically variable pumps incorporated into full electronic climate control. We will also look at frosting specifically with heavy vehicle. Alleviate confusion in one simple session.
Alientech Academy trainer
Seminar: With three decades of experience from engine reconditioning and machining to engine conversions and diesel chip-tuning under his belt, at Wire & Gas Aaron will deliver a presentation and demonstration on ECU/TCU cloning and re-flashing.
InfinitEV business development manager
Seminar: As a member of the pioneering InfinitEV team that is leading the way in creating a circular economy for hybrid and electric vehicle batteries, Oscar will bring to Wire & Gas his expertise in hybrid and electric vehicle battery technologies including battery pack replacement, repair and remanufacturing, with an overview of hybrid/EV electrical systems and diagnostic methods.
Representing Chemours in Australia
Seminar: A look at the current global landscape of refrigerants, how this influences the Australian market, and what the future looks like for refrigerant technology in a hybrid and EV world.
Co-founder of The Automotive Technician network
Seminar: A recent inductee to the AAAA Hall of Fame, besides his work with TaT Jeff is the owner of two auto electrical and repair workshops in Sydney who advocates for continuous training in the automotive repair industry. At Wire & Gas he will share the latest in electric and hybrid vehicle technology developments.
Founder of Diesel Help Australia
Seminar: A fifth-generation heavy vehicle mechanic and diesel fuel injection specialist who recently became the AAAA’s first Automotive Education Excellence Award winner, Clinton will discuss the function, operation, common faults and diagnostic testing of control valves and how they differentiate in the hydraulic fuel circuit of common rail technology for diesel vehicles and heavy machinery.
Co-founder of The Automotive Technician network
Seminar: Known for his expertise in implementing profitable business practices for automotive workshop owners, at Wire & Gas Geoff will focus on setting goals and tracking progress by using key performance indicators (KPIs).
Founder of Automotive Training Solutions
Seminar: Professional Diagnostic Platform – Grant’s platform of diagnostics used for 40 years in the industry. A guideline to system balancing together with detailed pressure and temperature analysis that can be used on all systems. With the variation in systems we are now confronted with, this is a “one procedure covers all” guide to diagnostics.
Musician
Soundtrack: Acoustic musician and one-man-band Keegan Sparke will return to entertain Wire & Gas delegates on Saturday night, following unanimously positive feedback for his performances at the 2018 and 2022 events.
General Manager of Refrigerant Reclaim Australia
Seminar: Kylie Farrelley, who in addition to leading RRA serves on the United Nations Environment Programme Refrigeration, A/C, and Heat Pumps Technical Options Committee, plays a pivotal role in providing critical technical advice to countries participating in the Montreal Protocol negotiations. At Wire & Gas she will highlight the central role of technicians in local and global initiatives to reduce refrigerant emissions and how the automotive repair and maintenance sector fits into the big picture of environmental protection.
ARC General Manager, Compliance and Training
Seminar: Explaining the ARC audit process, including the new ‘quality’ certificates given to first-time fully compliant permit holders who contribute to maintaining professional and environmental standards in what is a highly regulated industry.
Executive Officer of the Australian Automotive Service & Repair Authority
Seminar: Rodger will explain AASRA’s role in ensuring that service and repair information is accessible to aftermarket repairers, RTOs and dealerships alike under the mandatory Motor Vehicle Service & Repair Information Sharing Scheme, which aims to enhance competition and quality in the automotive service and repair sector. He will also provide an overview of AASRA’s dispute resolution process and compliance requirements.
AAAA Director of Government Relations and Advocacy
Seminar: One of Australasia’s leading lights in advocacy campaigns for the automotive repair sector, at Wire & Gas Lesley will discuss technological trends and share data to help workshops and the broader industry address challenges such as workforce shortages and government regulation changes.
Founder of Budget Rent A Car and bestselling author
Keynote: Bob Ansett founded Budget Rent A Car in 1965 and earned international recognition for his pioneering customer service and employee programs as well as innovative marketing strategies. At Wire & Gas He will share inspiration and insights from his bestselling books “The Customer” and “The Meaning Of Success” tailored to the sectors in which VASA members operate.
VASA Member Ticket
$750 + GST
Special discounted ticket for VASA Members
Standard Ticket
$950 + GST
(Non-VASA Member)
Includes 12 months of VASA Membership valued at $199 inc GST
Social Pass
$295 + GST
Friday night cocktail party, trade show and book launch + Saturday Gala Awards Dinner
Friday Pass
$90 + GST
Friday night cocktail party, trade show and book launch
The Westin Brisbane 111 Mary Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000
Very special discounted Wire & Gas room rates for The Westin Brisbane and adjoining Four Points by Sheraton are available to attendees:
All prices are inclusive of GST. These discounted rates also apply for three days prior to and/or following the event. Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM. Rooms and availability are limited and these special prices are available only for bookings placed before close of business on Wednesday July 24, 2024.
Book a room at The Westin Brisbane
from $325 per night
Book a room at Four Points by Sheraton
from $210 per night
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