ICC Sydney makes it easier for delegates to fly off after an event

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has become the first venue of its kind in Australia to pilot a mobile airline check-in and baggage drop service, in partnership with Off Airport Check In Solutions (OACIS).

The trial took place at the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) conference, which had nearly 2,000 delegates in attendance last week.

This new service allows delegates to travel to the airport luggage-free

The service enabled international and interstate visitors to check-in and drop off their luggage at an OACIS counter within ICC Sydney on the final day of the conference, travelling to Sydney Airport luggage-free, and conveniently collecting it at their final destination.

Geoff Donaghy, CEO of ICC Sydney, said the successful pilot marked another moment of innovation for the venue as it continues to deliver a world class experience for business travellers.

“Since opening in December 2016, ICC Sydney has already received numerous accolades for its unique offering, and we are excited to be leading the charge here in terms of optimising the visitor experience.

“Our pilot with OACIS was a success on all fronts and with more than 1,000 events secured until 2026, it could be a game changer for our clients, delegates and visitors,” he said.

Another benefit of the off-site check-in, noted Donaghy, is that its gives event delegates “more time to enjoy our beautiful city, including its restaurants, shops and other city attractions”.

The OACIS system uses cloud-based technology to remotely integrate with airline check-in systems. Luggage is then securely transported to the airport and placed in the baggage system for security screening.

“Our market research has revealed business travellers are keen to embrace off-airport check-in services using their personal technology,” said Matt Lee, CEO of OACIS, adding that OACIS can grant event delegates “more flexibility and time, avoiding queues and congestion at the airport”.

“The setup is also simple and no permanent facilities are required, allowing us to be very agile and support clients as and when they need it,” said Lee.

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