2026 Annual Conference
SARPA Conference 2026
NUCLEATION
Join us for the inaugural conference as New Zealand's premier metal casting and application industry society begins its latest chapter.
Network, learn, and discover the latest innovations.
6th - 8th August
Te Pae Convention Centre
Christchurch
Metal and Alloy Industry Professionals
What to Expect
A comprehensive program designed for casting industry professionals.
Keynote Speakers
Dr Daniel Miracle
US Air Force Scientist, Former President of TMS
Dr Derek Warner
Professor, University of Canterbury
Networking
Connect with industry peers and leaders
Industry Tours
See the latest technology in use
Presentations
Expert talks and case studies
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Suppliers
Latest products and technologies
2026 Schedule of Events
12:30pm
Industry Tour - Fabrum and Hamilton Jet
06:00pm
Chairmans Welcome
06:00pm
Chairmans Welcome
07:00pm
Quiz Night
Perfectly aligned with
PRICM12
The Pacific Rim International Conference on Advanced
Materials and Processing is held every three years, providing an attractive forum for the exchange of scientific and technological information on materials and processing. PRICM-12 will be held in Gold Coast
on August 9-13, 2026, hosted by Materials Australia.