The venue’s economic contribution rose to AUD 746 million, up from AUD 718 million in 2024.

The report highlights continued growth in both attendance and hotel bookings, with 546 events hosted during the year. Attendance reached 1.5 million, an increase of 300,000 compared to 2024, while the number of hotel room nights climbed to 1.3 million, representing a gain of 100,000 year-on-year.

ICC Sydney Chief Executive Officer Adam Mather-Brown said the results reflect the centre’s focus on attracting international events across sectors such as health, technology and education, as well as its strong alignment with the NSW Visitor Economy Strategy 2035.