OPTIMA-CON 27 - Turning Optimisation into Impact

OPTIMA-CON 27

8-10 February 2027 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

OPTIMA-CON 27 brings together industry, researchers, students, and emerging talent to explore how optimisation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning are solving real-world operational challenges.

The conference showcases practical applications of optimisation across industry, government and academia, with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and workforce development. Through industry-led case studies, applied research presentations, workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain insights into some of the most significant optimisation challenges and opportunities facing organisations today.

Whether you are an industry practitioner, researcher, student, policymaker, or technology professional, OPTIMA-CON 27 provides opportunities to learn from experts, build connections, and discover new ideas and partnerships.

Program Highlights

• More than 40 industry and research presentations delivered in an accessible, non-technical format

• Real-world industry case studies and practical applications

• Industry panels and keynote presentations

• Interactive workshops and optimisation challenges

• Industry Breakfast Briefing

• Student poster competition and showcase

• Careers and pathways networking opportunities

• Dedicated networking events connecting industry, researchers and students

Who Should Attend?

OPTIMA-CON 27 is designed for professionals, researchers and students working in:

• Optimisation and operations research

• Artificial intelligence and machine learning

• Data science and analytics

• Computer science

• Engineering

• Logistics and supply chains

• Defence and national security

• Energy and utilities

• Healthcare

• Government and policy

• Finance and business analytics
  

Abstract submissions have been extended until 18 October 2026.

Before You Purchase

• Conference Registration tickets include access to the Careers & Industry Networking Session.

• Industry Breakfast Briefing tickets must be purchased separately. You will recieve an email following registration with further details.

• Student registration rates are available.

• Tickets are non-transferable.

• Please refer to the refund policy for cancellation conditions.

For the latest program information, speakers, sponsors, accommodation details and abstract submissions, visit the official conference website:

OPTIMA-CON 27 Website

https://con27.optima.org.au

OPTIMA is committed to making OPTIMA-CON 27 accessible and inclusive for students, early career researchers, and participants with caring responsibilities.

Travel Grants

A limited number of travel grants are available to support attendance at OPTIMA-CON 27. These grants are designed to assist students and early career researchers who may otherwise be unable to attend.

Funding guidelines, eligibility criteria, and application details are available on the conference website.

Childcare Support

Financial assistance is available to help offset additional childcare costs associated with attending the conference. We encourage participants with caring responsibilities to apply.

Details of available support, eligibility requirements, and application processes can be found on the conference website.

Learn More

For information on travel grants, childcare support, abstract submissions, registration, accommodation and the conference program, visit:

OPTIMA-CON 27 Conference Website