"Two days of high-value technical content, real-world case studies and networking."

The 15th Australian Protection Symposium (APS) will take place on 4–5 August 2026 at The Star Gold Coast. APS provides a high-level technical platform for professionals responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining protection systems in an increasingly complex power system environment. As networks evolve through digitalisation, inverter-based resources and cybersecurity requirements, APS 2026 will focus on practical solutions, interoperability, resilience and innovation across PAC systems. Connect with peers, share experience and contribute to the future direction of electrical protection in Australia.

About APS 2026

The 15th APS will take place on the 4th – 5th August 2026 at The Star, Gold Coast, Australia.

The Australian Protection Symposium (APS) is a specialist technical forum dedicated to Protection, Automation and Control (PAC) systems within modern power networks.

Established to support knowledge exchange and technical advancement, APS brings together engineers, utilities, consultants, manufacturers, researchers and system operators to address the evolving challenges facing electrical protection.

Call for Papers 2026

The Australian Protection Symposium (APS) 2026 invites industry professionals, utilities, consultants, manufacturers and researchers to submit abstracts for presentation at the 15th APS, taking place on 4–5 August 2026 at The Star Gold Coast.

APS is a technical forum dedicated to advancing Protection, Automation and Control (PAC) systems across modern power networks. We welcome practical case studies, technical innovations and forward-looking insights that contribute to strengthening protection practices across the industry.

Speakers whose abstracts are accepted will receive complimentary symposium registration.

Steering Committee 2026

At the heart of the Australian Protection Symposium’s technical planning and success lies our Steering Committee. Dedicated to representing the industry’s diverse perspectives, this committee plays a crucial role in shaping the thematic focus of upcoming APS events. Beyond setting themes, they are instrumental in vetting and approving paper submissions, ensuring the relevance and success of each symposium.

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