TRADE STANDS
Fast & Forward Forestry is coming to Rotorua from 18-19 November 2022. NZ’s first event of this kind, the Fast & Forward Forestry is an expo event bringing the forestry industry together and showcasing forestry to the rest of NZ.
We have been knocked back by COVID, by market demand and by the ever-increasing requirements for safety in our industry but we keep coming back. It’s time to celebrate and showcase forestry advances to the industry and the contribution forestry makes to the New Zealand economy. Let’s come together and feel proud of where forestry is today!
EVENT OUTCOMES
- Showcasing the forestry to a wide audience – industry, public and government
- Providing a one stop shop for contractors to investigate, try & buy new technologies
- Demonstrations by equipment providers
- Providing a social occasion to network for industry
- Low entry cost
- Cost effective for the equipment and service providers
- Collaborating - all in this together!
WHO CAN ATTEND
Everyone! This event is open to the general public.
- Contractors
- Forest Owners
- Forest Professionals
- Equipment Providers
- General public and overseas visitors are all welcome!
CELEBRATING INNOVATION AND ADVANCEMENTS IN FORESTRY
Fast & Forward Forestry Expo is a chance for our equipment providers to get in front of our contractors, forest owners and forest professionals to demonstrate the advancements in technology and mechanisation.
There are plenty of innovations from an international reach and conceptual perspective, that we totally under-estimate. It is also an opportunity to demonstrate the industry, services, advancements, people and career pathways to the general public. Bringing together successful brands, initiatives, innovative organisations, and contributors to the success of forestry in NZ, the Fast & Forward Forestry Expo is open to everyone.
Trade Stands - Selling Now!
If you’re in the business of forestry and are interested in showcasing your offering, there are plenty ways to participate. This event is being held at Rotorua Racecourse, and limited spaces are available – get in quick to avoid disappointment. FICA Sponsors / Partners will get first priority. Sites are available to anyone that has any connection to forestry. This includes organisations across the supply chain, including industry service companies, forestry organisations, equipment providers, trucking and vehicle firms etc. Choose from the Trade Stand options below.
Fast Forward Forestry Sponsors
SATCO
SWEENEY TOWNSEND
STIHL
COOKES
TE URU RAKAU - NZ FOREST SERVICE
TMD – TRAVEL MOTORS DIRECT
Industry Dinner
Get involved and participate in our Fast & Forward, Forestry Dinner! Being held on Friday 18 November from 6pm, kicking off with welcome drinks followed by dinner and guest speaker.
Accommodation Deals
Great deals on accommodation in Rotorua
About Fica
Fast & Forward Forestry is proudly bought to you by the Forest Industry Contractors Association. Formed in 2002, FICA gives a common voice on relevant issues and to foster development and improvement in the New Zealand forestry contracting industry.
FICA currently has approximately 200 member companies made up of logging contractors and a range of associate members. FICA is governed by a board of experienced contractors and a number of committees. Contact us if you wish to be involved with the board or committees.
FICA provides plenty of industry information, feedback and ensures up to date communications. We have practical workshops, a national discount scheme, regional industry developments, field visits and a national voice for the industry.
QUESTIONS / ENQUIRIES
Fast & Forward Forestry is brought to you by FICA. Send your enquiries / questions to:
Prue Younger
Phone 021 2765484 or email office@fica.org.nz
Lydia Price
email admin@fica.org.nz
Forest Industry Contractors Association (FICA)
E: office@fica.org.nz
P: 0800 342 269
