C&I Expo 2026
The ultimate destination for Convenience retailers
- Dates
- 17 - 18 MARCH 2026
- Location
- ICC Sydney
About C&I Expo
As we approach our 35th year, the Convenience & Impulse Retailing Expo continues to be the most powerful networking and product launchpad event in Australian Convenience retailing.
Today, consumers expect more from their local shop than just convenience. As the strain on household spending remains high, they’re seeking increased variety in-store, a greater diversity of services offered, and an understanding of what matters to them, requiring Convenience retailers to be responsive, adaptable and open to new revenue streams. C&I Expo, Australia's largest for the P&C industry, showcases suppliers from across Asia Pacific with products, services, equipment, trends and intelligence for future-focused operators in convenience, roadside retail, independent grocery, impulse, and route.
Uniquely in the petrol and convenience industry, C&I Expo is open to all groups and brands. Our independence allows us to present the widest variety of suppliers, and welcome the broadest cross-section of retailers, creating unrivalled opportunities for product discovery, business building and essential face-to-face relationship development.
Designed to address the needs of C-retail owners, operators and buyers, our attendees are motivated and curious purchasing decision-makers keen to connect with our exhibiting suppliers, who are each expert in their individual categories
Plus, our free-to-attend education sessions at the Power Stage on the show floor provide visitors access to the latest developments on key topics, as well as strategic insights for addressing pain points, improving store offers and profitability.
C&I Expo is trade-only and entry is free for retailers and buyers
We also host the biennial C&I NZ Expo in Auckland, facilitating connection and growth on both sides of the Tasman.
Retailer Benefits
Our mission to is provide retailers large and small with access to the latest services, technologies, products and intelligence to better serve you, and your customers.
Discover the broadest range of suppliers to the convenience and impulse industry that you will find at one trade event, and meet face-to-face with the experts who can help increase basket spend and reduce your bottom line in an environment built for success.
Plus, we've heard that our Visitor goodie bag is the best in the biz.
The Power Stage Sessions
Maximise your visit by joining one, or all, of our free-to-attend Power Sessions. Focused on innovation and curated with Convenience retailers in mind, the sessions run throughout each day offering targeted insights and updates on topics of key importance.
Conveniently located on the expo floor, each session is delivered by an industry-leading expert with actionable takeaways that you can start implementing right away to improve your business.
Co-located with AACS Connect 26
C&I Expo will be co-locating with AACS Connect, the industry’s pre-eminent educational Summit (members only) and Gala Awards evening.
Aligning the two biggest events in the Convenience calendar provides an unparalleled platform for success with three days of knowledge sharing and networking, offering retailers and suppliers access to the best products, insights and trends in one place.
Attendees must register separately for AACS Connect 26.
Dates & Times
C&I Expo
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C&I Networking Drinks
Exhibitors and Retailers
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Tuesday March 17
C&I Expo
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C&I Networking Drinks
Exhibitors and Retailers
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Wednesday March 18
AACS Women in Convenience Breakfast
Members only
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C&I Expo
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Thursday March 19
AACS Connect 26 Summit
Members only
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AACS Connect 26 Awards Dinner
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Diamond and Networking Drinks Sponsor
Gallery
Contact Information
- General Enquiries: exhibition@c-store.com.au
- Sponsorship and Exhibition Enquiries: safa@c-store.com.au
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