Sharper. Bolder. More Dramatic. See What’s New in AV at MCEC
By Nancy Csutoros|
Innovation never sits still at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Behind the scenes, we’re always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to ensure our venue remains at the absolute cutting edge of live experiences.
Our audio-visual team are the architects of this evolution. Armed with 30 years of experience in understanding what transforms a good event into an unforgettable one, they’ve been unleashing a series of powerful AV upgrades across our spaces, dialling up our technical capability and giving you more branding opportunities across your event.
We’re raising the bar to set a new standard in AV across Australia. Curious to see how our latest upgrades are set to create personalised, connected and dramatic event experiences?
40,000 Lumens of Pure Impact Projection at the Plenary
Events at Plenary just entered a new dimension of brilliance. Say hello to one of the world’s most formidable laser projectors, engineered to make your next experience sharper, bolder and immersive.
Whether you’re commanding the stage for a keynote, launching a game-changing product, or broadcasting a hybrid event to a global audience, your content deserves to look its best.
This powerhouse projector delivers crystal-clear, razor-sharp imagery across massive screens spanning 9m to 15m. The result? Vivid, jaw-dropping colour reproduction that’s flawless and uniform across the entire theatre.
We’re excited because it offers unprecedented quality. With rich, lavish visuals, every slide, video and digital asset lands with maximum impact. No colour inconsistency or time lag – just a premium visual experience from the first row to the back.
The tech: Barco QDX-N4K45 – a peak brightness of ISO 40,000 lumens of native 4K ultra-high-definition imagery.
Why you'll love it: The projector bridges the gap between imagination and reality. Everything you’ve meticulously planned will appear exactly as you envisioned it – brighter, bolder and more alive — leaving a lasting impression on every person in the room.
First Impressions Multiplied with LED Pillars
Engaging with visitors begins the moment they step into MCEC. To cut through the noise, your brand needs to be front, centre and impossible to ignore.
Seamlessly guide delegates through a high-energy exhibition floor, spotlight a key sponsor in a pre-function space, or ignite the atmosphere at a gala event with our new LED pillars. These modular, portable display systems are designed to transform any environment and deliver a flexible, high-octane visual experience.
Fully integrated into MCEC’s sophisticated digital signage ecosystem, the pillars synchronise content across multiple screens and event spaces, so your messaging, wayfinding and sponsorship activations land simultaneously with impact.
We love them because they pack the punch of a massive, high-quality LED wall without the heavy footprint, the cost or the setup time. They’re swift to install, effortless to reposition, and agile enough to elevate everything from intimate corporate conferences to large-scale exhibitions.
The tech: DigiSigns LED Pillars — modular, foldable display systems with synchronised multi-screen playback driven by advanced PADS4 integration.
Why you'll love them: LED Pillars open up a world of multi-dimensional possibilities, broadcasting dynamic, high-impact visuals that command attention and drive brand awareness.
Australia’s Largest Draping Solution Arrives at Goldfields Event Space
Exposed rigging, ceiling infrastructure, architectural distractions — they can pull the focus from the vibe you’ve worked so hard to create. And at MCEC, we want your event to make a statement.
Our new draping solution does exactly that. It transforms MCEC’s Goldfields Event Space into fully controlled, immersive black-box environments. Think clean sightlines, total concealment and a blank canvas where your vision can come to life. Intimate enough for an awards dinner. Dramatic enough for a theatrical spectacular.
We’re incredibly proud of this capability because it makes MCEC the first venue in Australia to offer drapery at this staggering drop height, meaning your high-end production values won’t be compromised.
The spec: Premium 11.5m drop and x 218m length black event drape for full ceiling-to-floor concealment.
Why you'll love it: The drape hands you the ultimate creative reins. By stripping away visual noise, it gives you license to style, brand and manipulate the Goldfields Event Space exactly as you imagine it.
The Masterminds Behind the New Innovations
A transformative experience starts behind the scenes and we’re continually rewriting the script for what a world-class venue can achieve.
But while cutting-edge tech delivers the initial wow factor, it’s our elite, in-house crew that makes the magic stick.
From our specialised audio, lighting, vision, content and rigging teams to our AV Service Managers, we are experts at delivering unforgettable experiences from the ground up.
Get in touch with our team and discover how we can help transform your next event.