TRENZ seller information
TRENZ, Aotearoa New Zealand's largest and most influential international tourism business event, is heading to Ōtautahi Christchurch from 11-13 May 2027.
Over three dynamic days, TRENZ will connect Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading tourism businesses with high-quality buyers from around the world. The most efficient and impactful way to engage with the global travel trade and grow your business - TRENZ creates the opportunity to build valuable relationships, negotiate deals, and plan for the seasons ahead. TRENZ is where business gets done.
Due to unprecedented demand, a waitlist for seller registrations is now operating. The waitlist will close at 5pm on Friday 23 October.
Why attend TRENZ?
ROI - TRENZ drives revenue
1 in 4 sellers expected to generate over $250K as a direct result from attending.
Quality - connect with top-tier global buyers
84% of sellers rated buyer quality as excellent or good.
Impact – the industry's most effective trade platform
90% of sellers say TRENZ is the most efficient and impactful way to connect with global travel trade.
Results – TRENZ is where business gets done
95% of sellers said attending TRENZ helped them achieve their business objectives.
Seller programme
TRENZ promises to deliver an exciting programme that brings New Zealand’s leading tourism businesses and high-quality international and New Zealand buyers together to do business and build strong connections. The TRENZ programme will include:
- Up to 52 prescheduled 15-minute appointments with buyers over the two and a half days
- Networking focus - engage in valuable networking events including the Mihi Whakatau on Monday afternoon, Welcome Function on Tuesday evening, a light breakfast on the show floor on Wednesday and Thursday, and a relaxed networking function at the end of the day on Wednesday
- TRENZ Talks - the popular TRENZ Talks returns where you will gain insights from industry leaders
- Haere rā hour
The Celebration of Tourism function will be held on Thursday evening, offering an opportunity to celebrate our vibrant tourism community. Tickets for this event can be purchased separately during registration.
key dates
Important dates to mark in your calendar to ensure you don't miss a thing.
| Thursday 1 October 2026 | Seller applications open |
|---|---|
| Waitlist closing - 5pm 23 October 2026 | Seller applications close - due to unprecedented demand, a waitlist for TRENZ 2027 is now operating. |
| Tuesday 2 March 2027 | Appointment requests open |
| Tuesday 23 March 2027 | Appointment requests close |
| Friday 2 April 2027 | Final date to submit booth back wall signage imagery to Exhibition Hire Services |
| Tuesday 13 April 2027 | Appointment schedules live and notification of booth allocations |
| Tuesday 4 May 2027 | Final date for appointments to be declined |
| Monday 10 May 2027 | Mihi Whakatau (cultural welcome) |
| Tuesday 11 May - Thursday 13 May 2027 | TRENZ 2027 |
Packages and Pricing
All sellers are required to purchase a standard or shared seller package. For additional delegates, there are a number of options including a full pass, day passes, or function tickets. A second standard package may be available on request if capacity allows.
Shared booths are a popular and cost effective option for sellers who don’t require a full appointment stream or for new sellers. It is where two seller operators mutually agree to share a booth and receive half an appointment stream each. We suggest you share with an operator who offers similar products to your business or an operator who you may already work closely with. It is the operator's responsibility to match themselves and to be indicated at time of registration.
New sellers
Are you considering attending TRENZ for the first time but not sure if it’s quite right for your business or don’t know where to start?
Check out our new seller page where you can hear first-hand from previous first-time attendees, view the different options and resources available to you to ensure you get the most out of your investment.
To qualify as a new seller, the seller must be internationally market ready and have not attended any previous TRENZ event. More information on the seller criteria here.
Exhibition
All sellers receive one standard 1.8m x 1.8m booth with every standard seller package which includes walls, furniture (one table and four chairs), light, power, as well as a company name sign and printed back wall sign.
All furniture and signage requirements are managed through Exhibition Hire Services, our exhibition supplier for TRENZ. More information on furniture upgrades and will be available early next year.
Accommodation options
Our TRENZ 2027 Accommodation Partners and Providers have kindly offered a special rate to delegates attending TRENZ 2027. Please book directly with the hotels. Rooms are subject to availability.
If you have any questions about TRENZ, please email info@trenz.co.nz.