Roll into the Queensland capital for the Brisbane Truck Show

Since 1968, the Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA) has held the Brisbane Truck Show in Queensland’s capital to show off an absolutely massive range of trucks, trailers, accessories, equipment, components and all other associated technology in one huge trade exhibition.

The four-day event sees tens of thousands of visitors come through the doors from a variety of heavy vehicle industries including road transport, infrastructure, agriculture, mining, retail, local government, trades, services and construction.

In 2019, the Truck Show will return to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre for the fifth time in its history and will run from Thursday May 16 to Sunday May 19 with a focus on innovation, sustainability, safety, knowledge, community and careers.

The Brisbane Truck Show is hosted and run by Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA), the national association representing and advancing the interests of manufacturers and suppliers of heavy vehicles and their components, equipment and technology.

The event if also a chance for organisers and attendees to celebrate Australia’s contribution to the industry and foster further innovation in the short and long-term future, while also demonstrating the vital role the industry plays in Australia’s economy.

The HVIA has announced it will be introducing a variety of brand-new features to the Show in 2019, ensuring the event is and continues to be the most significant transport event in the country.

The Brisbane Truck Show will be open across the following show times:

Thursday: 10am – 6pm (Foyer Level hall doors will be closed until 12pm) Media and VIP guest access only.

Friday: 10am – 6pm

Saturday: 10am – 6pm

Sunday: 10am – 4pm

Where to stay

If you’re one of the thousands of industry professionals travelling to Brisbane to attend the Truck Show, Capri by Fraser is conveniently located less than 20 minutes’ walk from the Convention and Exhibition Centre -- or a breezy ten minute taxi ride -- and has a variety of apartments available to suit your needs.

With a long list of complimentary facilities, sweeping views of the CBD, luxuriously appointed rooms and all the conveniences you need, our five-star apartment hotel offers everything you need for a effortlessly comfortable stay during this significant industry event.