Barking up the right tree: We’re at the ISA Annual International Conference 2025

Earthworm joins arborists and industry professionals from around the world at this year’s ISA Annual International Conference and Tradeshow in Christchurch.

The global tree care community is coming together at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in October for the ISA Annual International Conference and Tradeshow. We’ll be there.

This annual event celebrates the people and innovation driving the arborist industry forward, offering a hub for learning, networking, and hands-on discovery. 

Across four days, attendees will hear from international experts, see the latest equipment in action, and get up close with tools and technologies designed to make arborist work safer, smarter, and more efficient. 

Hosted by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), and in connection with the New Zealand Arboricultural Association, the conference promotes the science and practice of arboriculture through research, technology, and education.

For Earthworm, it’s a valuable opportunity to connect with clients and industry leaders shaping the future of tree care – especially as the industry looks to the safer option of ‘mech-arb’ for many projects. 

“It’s a great opportunity to share more of what we can provide,” says Earthworm GM Rick McLean. “The industry is growing here in New Zealand – and we want to do everything we can to support it.”  

The team will be bringing Earthworm’s industry-leading attachments along for the ride.

“We’ll have a Vosch grapple saw on site, along with a range of log grapples and rotators,” says Sales Manager Jerry McLean. “It can be really helpful to see some of the equipment up close.”  

This is a one-off chance to catch this world-class event on home soil. If you’re part of the arborist community, don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and see the latest in tree care innovation. We hope to see you there!