Speaker Assistance
V.Subramanian
Director – Commodities and Maritime
Email: v.subra@ibcasia.com.sg
Tel: +65 6835 5130       

What should I do if I am speaking at the event?

• We require the following from speakers: Your Presentation (PowerPoint or Word format), Audio Visual requirements. These must be sent to IBC Asia within a minimum of four weeks before each event.
• Presentations can be sent via email, postal delivery or courier
• All presentations should last approximately 30 minutes, approximately 10 minutes for special issue panelists. (there are exception for some pre-arranged exceptions)
• You will receive a confirmation letter from the conference manager and speaker’s pack that will assist you in planning your attendance as well as other technical details needed.
• If assistance is required for accommodation please contact your conference manager or your dedicated conference executive for assistance. Email in-case of emergency: v.subra@ibcasia.com.sg or Kerina.chua@ibcasia.com.sg

• Please contact the conference manager above for assistance.

AT THE EVENT

Where is the conference being held and how do I get there?

• Please click on the Hotel and Reservation section on this website for information on the hotel address. The conference will be held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Tower Ballroom (on lobby level) from 9am to 6pm from 15 th to 16 th October 2008. There is an additional / optional program: Singapore Oil Spill Exercise on the 17 th October from 8am to 2pm.

• Arrival:
  When you arrive at the conference please go to the reception desk and inform the members of staff there that you are a speaker/panellist. Staff will be on hand to assist your registration as well as any specific seating requirements for the Opening ceremony. You should be able to collect your badge and documentation pack here. Please note that badges must be worn at all times.
• Refreshments:
  Morning coffee is available before the conference, a lunch is served around midday (as per program timing) and there will be a mid afternoon coffee break.
• Documentation:
  All presentations are now made available at a secure website with all presentations that miss the submission deadline made available on the same website within two weeks after the conference. We hope that all speakers will have their presentation materials made available before the event for the convenience of delegates and fellow speakers and participants.
• Chairman Guide (only for selected and invited conference chairmen and moderators):
  There will be an information pack available from the conference director which will be handed out ideally during the speaker’s dinner and reception or at least 30 minutes before the presentation/session starts.
• Dress Code:
  Business attire is required throughout the conference.