The organisers of Maximum Occupancy New Zealand 2026, Fastrack Digital have announced that the conference is now officially sold out, with more than 250 hotel and accommodation industry leaders set to attend this week's event at the Grand Millennium Auckland.

Now in its 11th year, Maximum Occupancy has become one of Australasia's leading conferences dedicated to hotel and accommodation owners, operators and industry suppliers. The 2026 Auckland edition has seen record demand, reflecting renewed confidence and strong momentum across New Zealand's tourism and hospitality sector.

Group Managing DiFounder and organiser Adrian Caruso said the sell-out result highlights the industry's appetite for practical insights, collaboration and forward-thinking strategies.

“The response to this year's conference has been incredible. New Zealand has well and truly turned the corner, and travel and tourism are booming again. The fact that we're sold out shows how committed our industry is to growing direct revenue, embracing technology and preparing for what's next.”

The one-day conference will feature more than 30 speakers from leading hotel brands, tourism bodies and technology partners, covering topics including:

• Winning more corporate business in 2026
• Operational challenges facing hotel managers
• Future demand drivers for room nights
• AI, digital strategy and the future of direct bookings
• The evolving aviation and inbound landscape

The conference will also be officially opened by the Mayor of Auckland, alongside an address from the Hon. Louise Upston, reinforcing the importance of tourism and accommodation to the national economy.

In addition, delegates will have the opportunity to take part in an exclusive pre-conference tour of the new New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), one of the country's most anticipated tourism and events infrastructure developments.

With attendance at capacity, a waiting list has now been opened for any final ticket releases.

For more information, visit: https://maximumoccupancy.com.au/auckland-2026

Media Contact:

Adrian Caruso
Organiser
Maximum Occupancy
adrian.caruso@fastrackdigital.com
www.maximumoccupancy.com.au