MOVE IN / OUT LOGISTICS
MOVE IN TIMES
Monday 16 November 2026
12pm – 9pm Pre-Built Stands Move In
Tuesday 17 November 2026
7am – 10am Exhibitor access and stand completion All displays must be complete by 9am
MOVE OUT TIMES
Thursday 19 November 2026
4pm – 6pm Exhibitor Pack Down
All product, displays/stands must be removed by 6pm on Friday 19 November 2026 to allow the building to be cleaned. Any goods remaining after 6pm will be deemed rubbish and removed at the cost to the Exhibitor.
MOVE IN / MOVE OUT LOGISTICS
Due to Work Health and Safety requirements of the Venue the following must be adhered to at all times during Move In and Move Out:
- Safety Vests must be worn in the Exhibition Hall and on the Loading Dock
- Closed-toe shoes must be worn in the Exhibition Hall and on the Loading Dock
- Children under 15 years of age are not permitted (there are no child-minding facilities)
GEL Events have been appointed the official Logistics Contractor for the Event.
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre Site Induction
All clients, client-engaged contractors & subcontractors, and exhibitors at the venue during bump in/bump out must complete the MCEC site induction
In order to gain entry, it is now mandatory for all individuals to complete the MCEC induction and present their induction card. Please also advise your stand builders and anyone bringing stock into the hall.
To complete the MCEC induction, please use the link below. MCEC staff will be conducting checks to ensure everyone possesses a valid induction card, and please be aware that entry will be denied to those without it.
If you require further assistance, please contact the MCEC Induction team on email cms@mcec.com.au
Loading Dock Procedure / Access
Access to the Exhibition Centre Loading Dock is via Normanby Road. The Loading Dock is a one-way system. Enter from Montague Street end of Normanby Road and exit at Clarendon Street end. The MCEC has a vehicle checkpoint at the Dock entry to monitor access and ensure orderly unloading.
Parking – Exhibition Centre Loading Dock
All vehicles entering the Exhibition Centre Loading Dock will be issued with a 30-minute unloading permit. Please advise Loading Dock staff if a longer time is required. Extended time for vehicles is at the discretion of the Exhibition Centre Security at the gate. Parking infringements will be issued by the City of Melbourne.
Responsibility is not accepted, by either the Organiser, Logistics Contractor or Venue Management for any items delivered to the site in the absence of the Exhibitor, their Agent or Contractor.
Forklifts & Trolleys
GEL Events will be operating a forklift service during Move In and Move Out to assist Exhibitors requiring forklifts, pallet jacks and flatbed trolleys. These are provided free of charge as a service to Exhibitors. Please see the GEL Events staff at the Loading Dock for assistance. Photo ID is required to borrow trolleys and pallet jacks.
Trolleys may not be used on the Concourse of the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre at any time. Forklifts will be operating during the following times only:
Move In
Monday 16 November 2026 10am – 5pm
Move Out
Thursday 19 November 2026 4pm – 6pm
High Visibility Safety Vests
High Visibility Safety Vests are available from most hardware stores and safety equipment providers. If you forget to bring a high visibility safety vest onsite, they will be available for purchase through the cloak room on the concourse, for a fee of $10.00 AUD per vest.
Footwear – OH&S
Due to Occupational Health & Safety Regulations, open-toe footwear is not permitted inside the Exhibition Halls during Move In and Move Out or on the Loading Dock at any time.
Event Close
Hand carriable items may be removed via the front Entrance from 4pm on Thursday 19 November 2026, once the Exhibition Hall has been cleared of all Visitors. Due to Venue regulations trolleys are not permitted through the front Entrance at any time. Goods to be collected by carriers should be well packed and labelled (clearing noting delivery address, contact name and mobile telephone number). Exhibitors are strongly recommended not to leave small items as stands will be dismantled after 6pm.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Any product, displays/stands left after 6pm on Thursday 19 November 2026 will be deemed rubbish and removed at the cost to the Exhibitor. If your courier cannot pick up on time, please arrange storage with GEL Events.
