Opened in 1995, BCEC is owned by South Bank Corporation on behalf of the Queensland Government and is proudly managed by leading international venue management specialists Legends Global.
With a focus on innovation and sustainability, BCEC brings over 30 years of industry knowledge to deliver exceptional, world class experiences with award-winning service, and a commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.
BCEC has a global reputation for excellence as reflected by 198 awards including the AIPC APEX ‘Worlds Best’ Convention Centre Award for 2016 to 2018, and Runner Up in the AIPC APEX Award for 2020-2022.
BCEC is the major driver of Business Events into Queensland and to date has created more than $5.5 billion in economic benefit for the State.
Our corporate responsibility program allows BCEC to give back to the community in which we do business. We work tirelessly to minimise the impact our events have on our environment.
Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan
Meanjin (Brisbane) has a proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and here at BCEC, we are committed to acknowledging, celebrating and showcasing First Nations cultures and peoples, and promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage and traditions throughout our operations
It is our aim to identify how we can make a genuine contribution to reconciliation and our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan is our first formal step on that journey.
Kym Guesdon | General Manager
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Culture and Art
Since opening in 1995, the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre has showcased the talent of Australia’s leading Indigenous and non-Indigenous contemporary artists. Comprising more than 50 works including paintings, works on paper, sculptures and site-specific installations, the BCEC Art Collection tells the dynamic and diverse story of visual arts practice in Australia from the 1980s through to today.
BCEC is the only convention centre in Australia with a dedicated and permanent art gallery space. The Plaza Gallery is home to one of the most significant collections of Central Desert Art, a legacy of Expo’88.
The Centre makes its Art Collection accessible to visitors and members of the public as part of its long term commitment to showcasing and supporting contemporary Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian Art.
Accreditation and Accolades
Australian Business Events Association:
- Best Conference Award for the 12th International AIDS Society Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2023)
Meetings and Events Australia:
- National & State Awards for Association Event of the Year – Brisbane Truck Show (2023)
- State Awards for Banqueting and Catering, and Event Venue over 1,000 capacity (2023)
Association Internationale des Palais de Congres (AIPC):
- Runner Up for World’s Best Convention Centre for Excellence in Convention Centre Management (2020-2022)
- World’s Best Convention Centre for Excellence in Convention Centre Management (2016-2018)
Additional Accolades:
- Australia’s most awarded convention centre with 198 industry awards, including 80 catering awards
- Successful host venue for the G20 Leaders Summit (2014)
- EarthCheck Platinum accreditation for operating at the highest level of environmental standards
- Maintains certification to the applicable ISO standards for quality and food safety through Intertek SAI Global
About LEGENDS Global
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services, including feasibility and consulting, owner’s rep, project development, sales, partnerships, venue management, hospitality, merchandise, and content and booking.
Our white-label approach ensures our partners remain front and centre while we harness the power of our global network – including over 450 venues, 20,000 events, and 165 million guests annually – to enhance their business and guest experience.
To learn more, visit us at www.LegendsGlobal.com and follow us @LegendsGlobal on Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.
