About Custom Hire Adelaide
Built on craft. Driven by results.
We've been helping Adelaide businesses make their mark on the exhibition floor since 2012 — from compact modular stands to landmark custom builds.
Our story
From a single trailer to Adelaide's go-to stand specialists
Custom Hire Adelaide started with a single trailer, a handful of modular panels, and a belief that small businesses deserved exhibition stands as impressive as the big players. Founder Colin Darby built the first stand himself for a local trade show in 2012 — and the phone hasn't stopped ringing since.Over the years we've grown into a full-service team of designers, fabricators, and logistics specialists. We handle everything from the initial brief through to bump-out, so you can focus on the conversations that matter.Every stand we build is designed to perform — to draw foot traffic, communicate your brand clearly, and give your team the best possible platform to do their work.How we work
What you can count on
Craft over shortcuts
We use quality materials and take the time to get the details right. Your stand reflects your brand — it has to be right.
Transparent pricing
No hidden costs, no surprises on-site. You get a clear quote upfront and we stick to it.
Adelaide-based, always
Our team, our workshop, and our storage are all in Adelaide. Fast turnarounds and on-call support come standard.
Brief to bump-out
We manage the full process — design, fabrication, delivery, install, and pack-down — so nothing falls through the cracks.
The team
The people behind the stands
Founder & Lead Designer
Mark Henley
Mark has been designing exhibition stands for over 14 years. He personally oversees every custom build and brings a builder's eye for detail to every project.
Client Services Manager
Sarah Okafor
Sarah is your first point of contact and your advocate throughout the project. She keeps timelines on track and clients informed at every step.
Fabrication Lead
James Tran
James runs the workshop and has fabricated hundreds of stands over his career. If it can be built, James knows how to build it.
Past projects
Stands we're proud of
A selection of recent builds across industries — from compact modular hires to landmark custom installations.
Apex Industrial
Meridian Health
Coastal Brewing
TechForwardReady to make your mark?
Tell us about your next event and we'll put together a no-obligation quote.