Offshore Energy 2013 Exhibition & Sponsorship Brochure March by Navingo BV

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Exhibition and Sponsorship Brochure Exhibition and Conference 15 & 16 October 2013, Amsterdam RAI, The Netherlands

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Introduction Offshore industry benefits from growing energy demand

Fossil fuels will continue to dominate the global energy mix.

Offshore Energy addresses the technical, operational and commercial

According to the International Energy Agency’s latest World

challenges associated with future sector growth. The two-day event

Energy Outlook, global oil demand will grow to 7 mb/d by 2020

includes an exhibition where an expected 500 supply chain companies

and should exceed 99 mb/d in 2035. The global outlook for gas

will showcase their products and services. Next to that, there is an

looks bright, judging by the 50% increase in demand to 5 trillion

accompanying conference that covers key topics and solutions for

cubic meters in 2035.

the offshore community.

Most of the production increase will be realized offshore. Already in the period 2000 - 2012 offshore oil production has risen from

Join us in Amsterdam and benefit from Offshore Energy’s growth.

22% to 33% of total oil production. And this figure will continue to

Offshore Energy is the fastest growing gathering of offshore

grow both in relative and absolute terms. North Sea production will

industry professionals. Founded in 2008, Offshore Energy has been

continue to grow significantly, as will activities in North-America,

breaking records year after year. The 2012 edition attracted 7,632

Latin-America and Africa. Asia will show both staggering production

visitors representing 45 nationalities. And even higher exhibitor,

increases and energy demand growth.

visitor and conference delegate numbers are expected for the 2013 edition.

Deepwater developments will become more important but the role of shallow water should not be ignored. Until 2015 some 1,000

Come benefit from Offshore Energy’s expansion. Meet new customers

new offshore fields will be developed, 800 of which are in shallow

and partners, as well as strengthen your relations with existing clients.

water up to 100 meters. Production of deepwater oil will increase

Explore best practices and new developments. Whether you are

the non-OPEC supply throughout this decade. But, after 2020, the

interested in doing business in Europe, looking for European partners

world will come to rely increasingly on OPEC.

or promoting your global presence. Let Offshore Energy be your platform for the future.

Overall, offshore projects are gaining in project complexity. This goes hand in hand with increasing risks and the need for new

We look forward to welcoming you to Offshore Energy 2013.

technologies. All reasons why the need for new technical talent remains a key concern for the industry.

Offshore Energy Project Team

Offshore Energy has been breaking records year after year

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Exhibitors Profile and statistics

Who exhibits at Offshore Energy?

Why exhibit at Offshore Energy?

Offshore Energy exhibitors’ business activities include:

• Meet new prospects and generate sales leads

• Drilling

• Maritime services

• Strengthen your relationships with existing clients

• Well completion

• Shipbuilding

• Introduce new products, services and

• Dredging

• Offshore contracting

• Pipe laying

• Offshore wind installation

• Health

• Subsea design

• Safety & environment operations

• Engineering and construction

technologies and raise brand awareness • Interact face-to-face with the industry’s leading players • Showcase career opportunities to a targeted audience

For a full overview of OE12 exhibitors’ business activities please visit www.offshore-energy.biz/exhibition

What exhibitors had to say about Offshore Energy 2012

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again in 2013

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good or excellent

or as good as other

86% of the exhibitors

offshore energy related exhibitions

Visitors Who attends Offshore Energy? Offshore Energy 2012 attracted 7,632 visitors and delegates representing 45 nationalities. These numbers are expected to increase for the 2013 edition as the industry outlook is set for substantial growth.

Motivations for participation 29%

Expand my network

21%

Strenghten existing relations Obtain sector and product information

19%

18%

Create new business

Conference program

Career

Visitors’ business activities • Operating company

• Training and recruitment

• Design, engineering, construction

• Consulting company

• Equipment / supplies

• Financial and legal services

• Drilling and well services

• Classification companies

• Offshore support

• (Industry) Associations

• Shipbuilding, conversion and repair

• Government authorities

• Heavy lift and transport

• Research and education

• Installation and maintenance

• Media

Visitors are active in offshore E&P, offshore wind, dredging, offshore decommissioning and renewable marine energy.

Based on OE12 attendee registration data

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What visitors had to say about Offshore Energy 2012

of the visitors see

Level of decision-making authority 22%

Decision maker

29%

Co-decision maker

27%

Advisor

22%

User Based on OE12 attendee registration data

Job classifications 24%

Management

20%

Sales

12%

Consultancy

12%

Business development

12%

Engineering

Marketing & Communication

Purchase

Student

10%

22%

Based on OE12 attendee surveys

Other

Exhibition packages Secure your booth space now Offshore Energy offers you various ways to present your company, raise brand awareness and expand your network. Coming to the exhibition is only part of it. Take full advantage and make your presence known within the offshore energy community.

Standard booth construction and full service package Make the most of your time and resources and leave the planning to us. Shell scheme stands are available in various sizes. These come with an all inclusive package consisting of: system walls (height 2.50m); anthracite carpet tiles; frieze text and company logo; a minimum of one triple spotlight; power supply socket; power use up to 2kW; complete booth furniture; full catering service; booth cleaning, invitation service; Wi-Fi. Standard booth construction and full service packages start at € 3,595 for two days

Additional options Enhanced packages are also available. Additional options include: • Corner booth storage 1x1 meter € 175 • Extra meters (only in combination with 32 m² stand) € 295 per m² • Booth wall graphics € 75 per m² • Raised floor € 17,50 per m² • Co-exhibiting (maximum of two companies per 12 per m²) € 395 per co-exhibiting company

Space only

Outdoor area

You may rent space and create your own free-build

Outdoor area spaces are rented at € 1,000 fixed costs plus € 145 per m²

stand. Offshore Energy has large space-only stands

(fixed costs not applicable to those with indoor exhibition space).

available in premium positions. Space only option € 295 per m² (minimum 24 m²)

Participation includes company name and logo listing on www.offshore-energy.biz and company details in the event catalogue. Contact us for more information about our exhibition packages

www.offshore-energy.biz

Optional extras Make the most of your participation Leverage your participation in Offshore Energy with any of Offshore Energy’s optional extras.

Job Route Get noticed straight away by job seekers. Companies taking part in the Job Route benefit from special print and online advertising options in the period leading up to Offshore Energy and are shown on a dedicated floor plan in the event catalogue. Full package information is available on www.offshore-energy.biz and sent on request Job Route participation from € 895

Offshore WIND Route Is your company active in Offshore Wind? Then consider the Offshore WIND Route. This option includes on-site

Flyering

visibility, a short blurb about your offshore wind activities

Convey your message to all visitors and conference delegates

in the event catalogue and in Offshore WIND Magazine.

as they enter the event venue. Inform attendees where your

Your company name and logo will also be entered in the

booth is located and about your company before they move

Business Directory of Offshore WIND Magazine.

on to the exhibition or conference.

Full package information is available on

Maximum of three exhibitors; flyers and flyer team

www.offshore-energy.biz and sent on request

to be supplied by the exhibitor

Wind Route participation from € 795

Flyering € 2,995

Special feature: Offshore WIND Zone

Offshore wind now delivers an integral and increasing part of global power generation. Offshore Energy will once again feature a clearly demarcated Offshore WIND zone focusing on new products and services of offshore wind supply chain companies. Participation in the Offshore WIND Zone comes at no extra cost.

Sponsorships Key sponsorship opportunities

Raise your company’s profile by sponsoring the exhibition and/or the conference. Each sponsorship opportunity provides a powerful platform to maximize your marketing efforts. Offshore Energy is the perfect place for connecting with one of the most concentrated groups of decision makers and industry players from over 50 different nationalities. It is also the access point to potential customers, acquisition opportunities and strategic partners.

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Gold sponsor* € 25,000

Silver sponsor* € 17,500 Boost your exposure as silver sponsor at Offshore Energy. Benefits include pre-event, on-site and post-event exposure

way to let the fastest growing offshore event work for you

and promotion through a range of Offshore Energy

and to present your organization to the industry before,

marketing tools.

during and after Offshore Energy Exhibition & Conference.

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company’s logo on name badges; double-sided. For one sponsor only

Let your company logo be placed on the Wi-Fi landing page with your company name as the password. You also get exposure in the event catalogue with text and logo. For one sponsor only

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Pocket floor plan € 4,195

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Visitor key cord € 6,195

key cords put your company name and / or logo around

This is one of the most popular sponsorships. The badge

This sponsorship will give your company the opportunity to have their logo on the pocket floor plan the most

each visitor’s neck.

frequently used sponsorship tool in the exhibition.

For one sponsor only, key cords to be supplied by sponsor

For one sponsor only

Full package information for the Gold and Silver sponsoring package is available on www.offshore-energy.biz and sent on request

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Wi-Fi € 4,995

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Visitor badge € 5,295

Exhibition sponsorship opportunities

Reach all visitors and conference attendees right away by placing your company visuals in the foyer or on the exhibition floor. Available for various sizes and locations.

Cloak room € 2,995

Supporting program sponsorship opportunities

Show your company message to each visitor using the

Official host Offshore Energy Networking Event € 9,995

cloakroom? This is possible with cloakroom sponsoring.

Specifications on request; for one sponsor only.

Specifications on request Be the official host of the Offshore Energy Networking Event; the most popular afterhours networking event for all exhibitors, sponsors, partners and speakers.

Floor graphics Distributed at spots of your choice on the aisles of the exhibition floor

Pre-event exposure, visibility throughout the venue and free entrance tickets.

Regular: five graphics 1x1 for € 1,395 | Max. of 3 sponsors Large: two graphics 2x2 for € 1,495 | For one sponsor only 1

Specifications on request; maximum of five sponsors.

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Main entrance staircase € 2,295

Sponsor Offshore Energy Networking Event € 3,495

Stickers bearing your company name and logo can be placed on the kick plates of the stairs. One sticker is pasted over the entire length of one kick plate, giving an overall effect when the steps have been fully stickered. Specifications on request; for one sponsor only

For more information on Offshore energy’s sponsorship opportunities of pre-event, on-site and post-event benefits, please contact the organization to discuss the above

Main entrance escalator € 4,475 The band of the escalator can be plastered with a sticker

opportunities. Would you like to sponsor in a different way? Please contact us to discuss our tailor-made solutions that can complement your company’s marketing strategy.

bearing your company’s brand. A quality product visible to any exhibition visitor. Specifications on request; for one sponsor only

www.offshore-energy.biz/sponsorship

The following companies sponsored OE12 Gold sponsor

LIGHTWEIGHT MODULES

Sponsorships Conference sponsorship opportunities

The Offshore Energy conference offers a number of profile-enhancing promotional opportunities. Create an impact vis-à-vis a targeted group of offshore industry professionals. We have a number of solutions to choose from which will suit your company’s needs and budget.

Industry panel 2013

Delegate pens € 1,995

This event brings together the highest level of representatives

Pens will be used throughout the event and beyond,

of the offshore E&P industry to discuss topical issues with

putting your company brand in the right hands from the

an audience of stakeholders. Sponsorships offered

start. Pens will be inserted in the delegate folder or bag.

at multiple levels.

Pens to be supplied by the sponsor, for one sponsor only

Full package information available on request

Conference session € 3,995

Delegate folder insert € 2,500

Attach your company name to a conference session and

Provide promotional leaflets (max A4) for the conference

have your company name prominently included in the

folder and make sure every delegate and speaker learns

conference program, event booklet and signage at the venue.

about your company, product or service.

Full package information available on request

Insert to be supplied by the sponsor

Delegate key cord € 2,995

Refreshment breaks € 2,995

One of the most popular sponsorships, this option provides

We will promote refreshment breaks sponsors on signage

your company the opportunity to put your name and/or

which will remain up for the duration of the conference in

logo around the neck of hundreds of high caliber delegates

the delegate lounge as well as on dedicated signage in the

and speakers, making them stand out from the exhibition

exhibition area. So no matter which day you sponsor your

visitors.

company name and logo will be in front of all attendees

For one sponsor only, key cords to be supplied by sponsor

for both days.

More information about sponsorship opportunities?

www.offshore-energy.biz/sponsorship

Advertising Complementary advertising options

Create awareness about your participation at Offshore Energy with online and print exposure. Increase the effectiveness of your company’s marketing and promotional campaign and reach additional thousands of industry professionals.

Your advertisement in the Offshore Energy event catalogue

Your banner on OffshoreEnergyToday.com

The starting point and post-event reference tool for

The industry’s upstream news provider. Reach over 45,000

each attendee makes the perfect place to highlight your

unique visitors every month. OffshoreEnergyToday.com is

company’s presence at Offshore Energy.

your no. 1 global offshore reference. Fresh, daily news in one overview on one website.

Full page, full color € 1,495 Half page, full color € 895

Package information sent on request Price per month starts from € 700

Your banner on OffshoreWIND.biz Your daily news turbine and the world’s leading offshore wind news website. Reach over 25,000 unique visitors per month and brand your company among key represen-tatives of this vibrant industry. Package information sent on request Price per month starts from € 700

Your offshore Wind News Turbine

Your banner on Offshore-Energy.biz The official event website. With your banner on the homepage you reach a targeted group of Offshore Energy professionals. Non-exclusive option Price per month starts from € 995

Conference and supporting program

Conference The Offshore Energy 2013 conference brings together an

To submit a proposal, please send an email to Lisa Stegers, Marketing

international faculty of expert speakers, representing the entire

Coordinator Events, at ls@navingo.com by 30 April 2013. Proposals

upstream value chain, to discuss topical industry developments,

will be reviewed by 31 May 2013. Please feel free to also suggest topics

exchange ideas and network with over 900 conference delegates.

of interest to you in your area of expertise.

Running parallel to the exhibition, the two day program consists

OE12 conference impressions

of high caliber panels, short technical sessions and annual meetings

The 2012 conference program attracted 723 delegates from the

of industry organizations. The conference will address developments

entire upstream value chain and featured six conference sessions,

in offshore hydrocarbons as well as in marine renewable energy.

four industry organization side events and seven tailored sessions. For the first time Offshore Energy also featured an Industry Panel

OE13 speaking opportunities

which offered a lively discussion between C-level representatives of

Interested in speaking? Share your knowledge with a targeted

operators and contractors as well as industry stakeholders including

audience of offshore professionals. Past speakers include

government, education and young professionals.

representatives from Allseas, Baker Hughes, Centrica, Chevron, Dana, Decom North Sea, Delft University of Technology, Deloitte, Fugro, GDF SUEZ Nederland E&P B.V., Heerema, IHC Merwede, Jumbo Offshore, Mammoet, NAM, Noble Drilling, NOGEPA, PEMEX, Petrobras, SBM Offshore, TNO, Wintershall and many more.

Supporting program

Practical information

The Offshore Energy exhibition and conference is complemented

15 & 16 October 2013

by a supporting program that takes advantage of Amsterdamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Exhibition opening hours

most attractive features. Conference

Official networking event

15 October 2013

10.00 - 18.00

16 October 2013

09.30 - 16.30

15 October 2013

09.00 - 18.00

16 October 2013

09.00 - 16.30

The official networking event is organized in the afterhours of the first day of Offshore Energy. Attended by hundreds of

Entrance

exhibitors, sponsors, partners and speakers, the evening offers

Exhibition Halls 9, 10 and 11 | Free exhibition entrance

an excellent opportunity to meet prospects or refresh your existing

Conference Forum and E-rooms | Conference delegates pay a fee

business relations. Sponsorships are offered at multiple levels.

Address

Functions

Official Event Hotel

During Offshore Energy, various receptions will take place on the

Novotel Amsterdam City

exhibition floor and beyond. Both visitors and exhibitors will be

http://www.offshore-energy.biz/visitor/hotel

able to enjoy our wide assortment of networking activities in informal and lively settings.

Amsterdam RAI, Europaplein 22, 1078 GZ Amsterdam

Contact us Stay in touch @NavingoOE #OE13 facebook.com/OffshoreEnergy Offshore Energy (search terms: Offshore Energy Amsterdam)

Offshore Energy Project Team

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Organization

Sales

Marketing

Conference

Annemieke den Otter Exhibition Manager ao@navingo.com

Laurens Kuiper Sales Manager lk@navingo.com

Philip Mulder Marketing Manager Events pmu@navingo.com

Femke Perlot-Hoogeveen Conference Manager fh@navingo.com

Organiserâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office Navingo BV Westerlaan 1 3016 CK Rotterdam Ashley Hofmann Event Organization Coordinator ah@navingo.com

Sieneke Hopmans International Sales sh@navingo.com

Lisa Stegers Marketing Coordinator Events ls@navingo.com

The Netherlands +31 (0)10 209 2600

Event venue Amsterdam RAI Europaplein 22 Marsha Evers Exhibitor Services me@navingo.com

1078 GZ Amsterdam

Stephan van Plateringen Account Manager sp@navingo.com

About Navingo

The Netherlands

Created and produced by

Navingo Maritime & Offshore Media Group (est. 2001) offers a

industry position. Based in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, Navingo

range of services to the maritime cluster, the offshore industry

employs a staff of over 40 experts in (online) sales and marketing

and the offshore energy sector. Our products include high profile

with backgrounds in maritime, offshore and/or energy.

events, job portals, news sites and print media, giving us a leading

To learn more about Navingoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s products and brands...

please visit www.navingo.com

Participate in Offshore Energy How long would it take you to meet the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading players? At Offshore Energy you can meet them all in just two days. Offshore Energy statistics 2012 and expectations for 2013 414

Expectation

500+

7,632

Expectation

8,500+

Conference delegates

723

Expectation

900+

Nationalities represented

Expectation

50+

12,000

Expectation

15,000+

Exhibitors Unique visitors

Sq.m. exhibition space

Amsterdam. Central. International. Great reasons to come to Offshore Energy.

www.offshore-energy.biz

Amsterdam a bustling hub of commerce. Amsterdam is the capital of The Netherlands. A country that comes with a strong maritime and offshore industry that is well-known around the globe. The history of Amsterdam stretches back to the 13th century. Following the constructions of dams and dikes, Amsterdam developed into a bustling hub of commerce that welcomed other cultures with open arms. The city is now home to more than 780,000 residents from 180 different countries. Amsterdam is one of the most easily accessible cities in the world and can be reached by air, water or land. The city centre is known for its beautiful canals, impressive architecture and great shopping.

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Offshore Energy Terms and Conditions In these terms and conditions, The organizer means Navingo B.V., with its registered address in (3016 CK) Rotterdam at the Westerlaan 1. Registration form means The document describing and setting out the participation agreement. This is the agreement under which the organizer provides the participant with booth space, promotion potential and/or services under certain conditions for a specific period. Participant means The person or company with whom the organizer has concluded a participation agreement and the latter’s representative(s). Event means The event of which the participation agreement is concluded Booth space means The exhibition area expressed in square meters and made available to the participant, the location and form of which are decided upon by the organizer. Promotion potential and services means The opportunities made available to the participant and expressed in cash for drawing attention to his product, service or trademark other than with the aid of booth space. Participation expenses means The payment due to the organizer from the participant under the participation agreement for participation in the event, use of the booth space and other agreed services and for the general organizational services provided and to be provided by the organizer as described in that agreement. 1. DATES AND DURATION 1.1. If special circumstances occur, in the organizer’s opinion, the organizer may change the dates fixed for the event or cancel the event. 1.2. Special circumstances include insufficient interest, insufficient representative demand, mutual disagreement within the industry concerned, and all the circumstances that after weighing up the interests concerned may in the organizer’s opinion jeopardize the success of the event. 1.3. The participation agreement remains in force unabated on a change in the established dates. The participant is required in all cases to fully pay the (other) expenses incurred by or on behalf of the organizer at the participant’s request in connection with his participation. 1.4. The organizer is not liable for any damages whatsoever if the organizer decides to change the dates for the event or cancel the event. 2. PAYMENT 2.1. Participation charges are payable on the dates indicated in the participation agreement; all other payments must be made within 14 days following invoice date, unless a divergent due date is indicated. The participant is never entitled to set-off any amount payable to the organizer against any amount owed by the organizer. 2.2. The organizer is entitled to submit an invoice as soon as it has had the registration form returned to it duly signed. An invoice may be preceded by a debit note for an advance payment. 2.3. The participant is liable for all charges payable to the organizer connected with his participation, irrespective of whether such charges are incurred by the participant himself or by third parties acting on his behalf. 2.4. On failure to pay any sum due to the organizer by the due date, statutory interest will be charged at the rate mentioned in article 6:119a BW (Dutch Civil Code) from the due date of each amount payable. Collection charges will be debited to the participant, the extra-legal collection charges being fixed at 15% of the capital sum. 2.5. The organizer is entitled to terminate the participation agreement with immediate effect if the participant is in default of payment of (any of) the participant charges. Termination shall be confirmed in writing. In such case, the participant is liable for all damages suffered by the organizer. These damages are fixed at the participation fee and the expenses incurred by the organizer on behalf of the participant. All amounts already paid by the participant are set-off against damages owed by the participant. The organizer is never liable for damages suffered by the participant as a result of termination of the participation agreement. 3. LIABILITY

3.1. The organizer is not liable for damage, however named, directly or indirectly sustained by the participant, his personnel or his visitors, this also including operating loss and loss through theft, destruction or any other cause whatever, if such loss is caused by third parties. 3.2. The organizer is never liable for indirect and/or consequential damages, including, but not limited to, loss of profits and loss of turnover, whatever the cause of these damages may be. 3.3. The participant holds the organizer harmless against any claim by third parties on account of loss, however named, caused by the participant himself, his personnel or his visitors. 3.4 The participant shall at its own cost take out appropriate insurance for the duration of the event (e.g. insurance for fire, property, public liability and theft). 4. IMPEDIMENT, INSOLVENCY, LEGAL SUSPENSION OF PAYMENTS 4.1. On cancellation, by the participant, more than 6 months before the commencement of the event, the participant will owe 20% of the total agreed participation costs, and the other expenses incurred at his request by or on behalf of the organizer in connection with his participation. 4.2. On cancellation, by the participant, within 4-6 months before commencement of the event, the participant will owe 50% of the total agreed participation costs and the other expenses incurred by or on behalf of the organizer at his request in connection with his participation. 4.3. On cancellation, by the participant, within 4-0 months before commencement of the event, the participant will owe 100% of the total agreed participation costs with regard to his participation, and the other expenses incurred by or on behalf of the organizer at his request in connection with his participation. 4.4. Should the participant at any time following conclusion of the participation agreement be declared bankrupt or request legal suspension of payments, the participation agreement will be dissolved simply through the occurrence of the said events and the participant will be required immediately to settle the full amount of the agreed participation charges, and all other expenses incurred on his behalf, without prejudice to the organizer’s right to claim costs, damages and interest. 5. ASSIGNMENT OF BOOTH SPACE 5.1. Booth space is assigned by the organizer on the basis of a floor plan, which is finalized ultimately three weeksfor the event. The Booth space allocated to the participant shall be communicated to the participant ultimately three weeks before the event. Notwithstanding the aforementioned, the organizer remains entitled to alter the floor plan and redistribute Booth space if this is deemed, solely on the organizer’s discretion, to be in the overall best interest of the event. 5.2 The organizer reserves the right to alter the Booth space. The maximum building height of the booth is 5 meters. Construction of an extra floor on top of the booth is prohibited. 6. NO SHOW RULING 6.1. If the participant does not (ultimately) utilizes the Booth space on the day before start of the event, the organizer is entitled to terminate the agreement with immediate effect. In such case, the participant is liable for all damages suffered by the organizer. These damages are fixed at the participation fee and the expenses incurred by the organizer on behalf of the participant. All amounts already paid by the participant are set-off against damages owed by the participant. 7. SUB-LETTING 7.1. The participant is not permitted to assign or sub-let (any) Booth space to third parties without prior written approval of the organizer. If the participant violates this clause, the participant owes the organizer an immediately payable fine of EUR 10.000,8. EXHIBITION MANUAL 8.1. The organizer shall provide all participant with an exhibition manual in order to provide a smooth operation of the event. By participating in the event, all participants acknowledge this exhibition manual and warrants to adhere to this manual. 9. APPLICABLE LAW & JURISDICTION 9.1. The agreement between the organizer and the participant, which includes these general terms & conditions, is governed by the laws of the Netherlands. 9.2. All disputes arising out of or related to the agreement between the organizer and the participant, must exclusively be brought before the competent judge of the Court of Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

March 2013