July 2025
The Global Sourcing Expo Sydney has once again cemented its position as Australia’s premier trade sourcing event, drawing a record 5,434 unique visitors to the International Convention Centre from 17 – 19 June 2025.
This milestone represents a 22% year-on-year increase in attendance and reflects the Expo’s expanding influence in the apparel, textiles, accessories, footwear and homeware sectors. Connecting Australia to the world, the Expo saw 542 exhibitors from 17 countries including India, Nepal, Vietnam, Türkiye and Indonesia in attendance.
“This year’s record numbers speak volumes about the global appetite for reliable, face-to-face sourcing opportunities and the strength of our event in delivering high-value connections,” said Julie Holt, Event Director at International Expo Group and organiser of the Global Sourcing Expo.
While 5,434 unique attendees frequented the Expo over three-days, 1,044 returned on separate occasions, underpinning an appetite for further networking, learning and sourcing opportunities over the course of the show.
“Of those surveyed after the show, 100% confirmed that they connected with new suppliers, while 75% of these attendees would recommend the Global Sourcing Expo to industry peers. In addition, 50% are planning to place orders with key exhibitors over the next 12-months.”
The Global Sourcing Expo Sydney continues to attract major retail groups, brands, independent labels, wholesalers and designers, reinforcing its role as a gateway to global sourcing for the region. Speaking to the calibre of attendees, Holt says, “Of those in attendance, majority held senior leadership roles as directors, co-founders, CEOs, creative directors, managers and buyers; with more than 70% in charge of final decision making.”
Feedback from Expo attendees has been very positive, with one guest noting the event provided them with a valuable platform to “connect with legitimate suppliers… without having to deal with language barriers and online issues.”
Another attendee commended the broad range of materials found, adding: “We’ve found a good range of materials for our niche product, and many companies that have accreditations which we haven’t been able to find online before. It was great to meet them in person and we’re excited to get in contact.”
Global Sourcing Expo heads to Melbourne next where the show is set to take place from 18 – 20 November at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. “We look forward to another opportunity to showcase a stellar line-up of exhibitors and Seminar Series hosts at the upcoming event and urge any potential exhibitors to get in touch to secure their spot” concludes Holt.
