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The Access Control Summit is where the industry’s most important conversations happen. Now in its fourth year, ACS brings together C-suite executives, founders, and thought leaders from across access control, smart lock technology, and adjacent sectors.
This year we’re heading to New Zealand, co-hosted with Gallagher Security. With just 150 seats, ACS26 is built for depth — real relationships, frank exchange, and the kind of clarity that only comes when the right people are finally in the same room.
New Zealand is a long flight. We know. So we’ve built a full week around it.
“The kind of place people put on their list and never quite get around to. We’re giving you the reason.”
ACS26 · New Zealand · October 2026The People
44 speakers across one Mainstream Moment — My View sessions, intimate 1:1 conversations, and four executive panels. Full lineup announced soon.
...and a lot more to come.
Check back here for speaker updates.Make the Trip
The ACS event is Tuesday Oct 6 and Wednesday Oct 7 in Hamilton. Monday and Thursday are completely optional — but if you want more of the experience, we have activities planned in Auckland on both days.
Arrival Day
We have planned city activities in Auckland. Stay in Auckland if you’d like to join.
Welcome Day
Coach transfer from Auckland. Gallagher campus tour. Welcome Reception at Gallagher House.
Main Event
Pōwhiri ceremony. 4 panel topics with 44 speakers. Evening reception from 5:15 PM.
Closing Day
We have planned city activities in Auckland including Waiheke Island sailing and winery.
Experience?
Stay in Auckland on Monday and Thursday if you plan to attend the optional activities we’ve organized. We have planned city activities on both days — Auckland sightseeing, Waiheke Island sailing, winery visits, and more.
If you stay in Auckland and attend the Monday activities, we will cover your coach transfer from Auckland to Hamilton on Tuesday morning and back on Thursday — fully hosted, no car needed.
for the Event?
Fly directly into Hamilton Airport (HLZ) and stay in Hamilton for Tuesday and Wednesday. Hamilton is 2.5 hours from Auckland — commuting daily is not practical.
Two excellent hotels are a short walk from the BNZ Theatre. Hotels are at your own expense — room block details shared upon registration.
See hotel recommendations →
“World-class scenery, incredible food and wine, and the kind of place people dream about visiting for years.”
ACS26 · Waiheke Island, AucklandWhat We'reTalking About.
Agenda.
Tuesday, October 6 — Welcome Day
Wednesday, October 7 — Mainstream Moment
Hamilton,
Questions.
• Tuesday, October 6 — Welcome Reception at Gallagher House, Hamilton
• Wednesday, October 7 — Full Mainstream Moment at BNZ Theatre, Hamilton Central
Hamilton is approximately 2.5 hours south of Auckland. We strongly recommend booking a hotel in Hamilton for the nights of October 6 and 7.
• Tuesday morning: Coach departs Auckland → Hamilton (~2.5 hrs)
• Thursday morning: Coach returns Hamilton → Auckland
Hamilton Airport (HLZ) is 15 minutes from the venue for those flying directly. Most international attendees fly into Auckland Airport (AKL).
Join us in
New Zealand.
150 seats. The access control industry’s most important room of the year.
Register for ACS26