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PCO’s. CONGREX SWITZERLAND www.congrex.com For over 30 years Congrex Switzerland has been supporting trade associations, societies and companies in planning and carrying out congresses, symposia and events of all kinds, on all continents. With more than 40 multi-lingual experts they do their best to advance their clients’ interests with much enthusiasm and a wide range of know-how. Congrex Switzerland offers an individual event concept which considers the event in its entirety and meets even the highest expectations. As a PCO, Congrex Switzerland supports their clients to achieve memorable conferences, host happy participants and reach membership engagement. General remarks As one of Europe’s leading PCOs Congrex Switzerland is a member of IAPCO. Beside the overall organisation of congresses, Congrex also supports its clients with stand-alone solutions for participants registration and accommodation management. References • CareArt Basel, Symposium für Pflegende und Interessierte, 200 participants • MedArt Basel, internistische Fortbildungswoche, 1,500 participants • Congress of the European Academy of Neurology EAN, 6,500 participants • Annual Meeting of the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis, 9,000 participants • Annual Meeting of the Swiss Society of Cardiology, 1,000 participants
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EVENT SERVICES. ORGANIZERS SCHWEIZ GMBH www.organizers.ch 20 years Organizers – as a dedicated full-service congress and conference agency, it has been staging events of all kinds throughout Switzerland since 1997. The PCO’s clients particularly appreciate its systematic method of working. Customers receive a detailed list of services and jobs along with clear investment agreements, so that they always remain in control of their finances and remits. Despite the agency’s structured approach, it develops bespoke solutions. Organizers also has an extensive network of service partners which will support you if necessary. General remarks This organiser is located near Basel, so this is why the PCO is well acquainted with the local conditions. Organizers specialises on health, science and medicine and is particularly well connected in these fields. References • Annual Congress of the Swiss association for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (SGPP), since 2010, 700 – 1,000 participants • Annual Congress of the swiss orthopeadics (Swiss association for Orthopeadics and Traumatology); since 2011, 1,100 participants • Annual Meeting Public Health Switzerland, since 2005, 400 participants • Curaviva Fachkongress Alter, every two years since 2011, 1,100 participants
BASEL TOURISM INCOMING & CONVENTION BUREAU www.basel.com Basel Tourism is the professional partner to help you organise your event. The company’s own Incoming department has extensive experience in organising all kinds of events. No matter what your need is, the team will cater to your every requirement with the ability to call a wide-ranging network of contacts into action. Basel Tourism will take care of the administration, finding accommodation, organising supporting events, meeting location referral, hostess service, registration of websites, onsite welcome desks and invoicing. With its special “one-stop shop” strategy, Basel Tourism will also appoint you a regular personal contact who will attend to any issues or questions regarding your event in Basel. General remarks Thanks to its strong local presence, Basel Tourism has a close network of local service providers and connections with public services. These direct contacts will contribute considerably to the smooth execution of your event. References • Official partner of MCH Messe Schweiz AG, St. Jakobshalle Basel and St. Jakob-Park Basel for hotel reservation • ISDH 2016 International Symposium on Dental Hygiene, 2,000 participants • ECFS 2016 Jahreskongress European Society of Cystic Fibrosis, 2,200 participants • DialogPlus 2015, Raiffeisen, 10,000 participants • DGHO Jahrestagung Basel 2015, 5,500 participants • IFA Basel 2015, 2,200 participants • Swiss Dental Basel 2014, 1,200 participants • Global Infrastructure Basel, every year since 2012, 300 participants
TRANSPORT.
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EUROAIRPORT BASEL-MULHOUSE-FREIBURG
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www.euroairport.com The international EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg is a mere 5 km from the heart of Basel. Its convenient location and modern infrastructure are its key advantages. Scheduled direct flights link the EuroAirport with more than 90 destinations. Intercontinental connecting flights are also available via Europe’s major hubs. Here are just some of the routes available from the EuroAirport: Algiers Alicante Amsterdam Barcelona Belgrade Berlin Bordeaux Brussels Budapest Bucharest Casablanca Copenhagen Dresden Dublin Düsseldorf Edinburgh Frankfurt
Hamburg Istanbul Jersey Krakow Lisbon London Heathrow London Gatwick London Stansted Madrid Manchester Marrakech Montreal Munich Nantes Naples Nice Palma de Mallorca
Paris Pisa Porto Prague Rejkjavik Rome Santiago de Compostela Sevilla Sofia Sylt Tel Aviv Toulouse Venice Vienna Warsaw
General remarks Zurich Airport, www.flughafen-zuerich.ch • A direct railway connection to Basel every hour • Every half hour a connection with one change • Transfer time: app. 75 min
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BUSMIETE.CH www.busmiete.ch Thanks to busmiete.ch you can explore the most beautiful attractions in Basel and travel comfortably and conveniently to Switzerland’s top locations and neighbouring countries. Whether you want to visit Lucerne, Colmar, Strasbourg or Freiburg, busmiete.ch will drive you and your guests to your chosen destination. Would you like a shuttle service after a tiring day at a trade fair ? busmiete.ch will be happy to provide you with exactly what you need. Sightseeing is also covered: BaselCityTour offers informative and entertaining bus tours around the city centre. During the course of the 90-minute tour, you can hop on and off at any of the 20 or so stops to explore the main attractions in the traffic-free city centre. General remarks Charter the perfect bus to suit your group. From small nine-seaters to coaches seating 50 people – choose your perfect vehicle from our fleet of 40 buses.
EUROBUS www.eurobus.ch As the biggest private bus company in Switzerland, Eurobus has many years of experience in providing comprehensive road transport services. Eurobus has considerable expertise in the events field and supports its customers all the way through from the initial idea to the successful implementation. Do you have an idea for an event, seminar or conference ? The event professionals at Eurobus guarantee a customized service. With a total of eight locations across Germanspeaking Switzerland, Eurobus is never far away and will transport you and your guests safely and reliably from A to B. General remarks With around 260 vehicles to its name, Eurobus has the largest and most diverse fleet of buses in Switzerland. Whether you’re booking an event for 8 people or 10,000, the company has the right vehicle for you – from minibuses to luxury VIP coaches.
HARDEGGER REISEN AG www.hardeggerag.ch Hardegger Reisen AG is a family-run business based in Birsfelden. It has specialized in transfers, city tours, day trips and holidays for over 60 years. It has four modern coaches at its disposal. Hardegger Reisen AG is also happy to tailor packages to meet your specific requirements. Its excellent team of staff guarantees a professional and reliable service. General remarks The principle behind Hardegger Reisen AG is simple – personal support is always paramount.
ROBERT SANER CARREISEN AG www.sanerreisen.ch Robert Saner Car Reisen AG will transport you and your party safely, punctually and comfortably to your destination, and has been operating for more than 90 years. All buses have state-of-theart fixtures and fittings and conform to the highest safety standards. Are you planning an event ? If so, Robert Saner Car-Reisen AG will be pleased to offer you a customised and professional service. You can rest assured that the organisation of your corporate or private event for up to 1,000 people will be in great hands – from the initial idea right through to the implementation. General remarks Robert Saner Car Reisen AG will also help you organise your flights and / or river cruises and has many years of experience in various countries.
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SETTELEN AG www.settelen.ch Settelen AG is a traditional, well-known company based in Basel. Its services include all types of passenger transportation and event logistics. Thanks to its modern fleet of vehicles, Settelen AG can flexibly address your individual needs and offer customised solutions. The company’s drivers are always well presented and courteous, and flexible services are guaranteed at all times. Settelen AG transports all of its passengers safely, reliably and punctually to their destination, regardless of whether the booking is for a small tour group or up to 2,000 conference guests. You can rest assured in the knowledge that the company has more than 130 years of experience. General remarks Settelen AG offers the following services: shuttle services, meet & greet, transfers, limousine services, city tours, day trips and multi-day trips.