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What is Global Banana Congress 2007?

Global Banana Congress 2007 is the new conference for the global banana industry. A unique event, Global Banana Congress 2007 will focus on a wide range of banana industry topics such as changes in demand and supply in major world markets, developing new markets as well as the segmentation of the banana market into new areas such as fair trade and organics. The conference will also cover the latest developments in production and packaging as well as better merchandising.

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Who organises Global Banana Congress 2007?

Global Banana Congress 2007, organised by Eurofruit Magazine and its sister publications in conjunction with AEBE (Association of Ecuadorian Banana Exporters) is the new conference and networking event for the global banana produce industry. More information here:

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Who attends Global Banana Congress 2007?

Global Banana Congress 2007 is the essential date in the banana industry event calendar for anyone who wants to maximise business within the industry. Whether it is changes in supply, exporting, or developing new markets. Global Banana Congress 2007 will be the destination of the leading figures within the Banana production industry. Also in attendance will be many of the key international players who are either supplying the market with produce or services to the global banana business.
 
The three-day event will attract chief executives and senior managers from all areas of the fresh produce sector from across Latin America the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and North America. The conference is expected to attract over 300 delegates to Guayaquil.
 
Global Banana Congress 2007 will be attended by the largest selection of executives as well as food service suppliers, retailers, logistics suppliers and other service providers .

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When is Global Banana Congress 2007?

Global Banana Congress 2007 takes place on 25-27 April 2007.

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Where is the event being held?

Global Banana Congress 2007 takes place at the Hilton Colón Guayaquil, Ecuador.

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How can I register?

All registrations for Global Banana Congress 2007 are carried out via a single online booking.

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What are the delegate fees for Global Banana Congress 2007?

Early bird savings available until 23 March 2007 – save 20 per cent on delegate fees
Book early to avoid disappointment!

Special delegate rate for Ecuadorian banana industry professionals!*

As an Ecuadorian industry professional you can register for Global Banana Congress 2007 at the special rate of US$200.00 per individual compared with the early bird rate of US$440.00 or full rate of US$550.00. This rate is valid until 23 March 2007.

Further savings are available for group bookings of 4+ delegates from the same company or organisation.

Group booking fees
4-9 delegates – US$180.00
10+ delegates – US$160.00

*To qualify for this rate you must be an Ecuadorian resident and/or your company must be registered for business in Ecuador

Delegate rates and group savings before 23 March 2007:

• International individual delegates
  Individual delegate fee » US$440.00
  
• International group bookings
  Group booking reductions are available to groups of 4 or more. A group booking discount is only applicable for groups of delegates from the same company or organisation
  Group booking fees »
  4-9 delegates » US$396.00
  10+ delegates » US$352.00

Delegate rates and group savings after the 23 March 2007:

• International individual delegates
  Individual delegate fee: US$550.00
  
• International group bookings
  Group booking reductions are available to groups of 4 or more. A group booking discount is only applicable for groups of delegates from the same company or organisation.
  Group booking fees »
  4-9 delegates » US$495.00
  10+ delegates » US$440.00

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Your delegate fee includes the following:

2 x Gala Cocktails
4 x Networking Breaks
2 x Lunches
Entry to all conference sessions and exhibition
Listing of your name and compaany details in the conference handbook

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How can I pay my delegate fee?

Payment Global Banana Congress 2007 in Guayaquil can be made online when booking with Visa and MasterCard or via bank transfer. Full instructions will be given to you when carrying out your registration. All payments must be received prior to the start of the conference. Book your place at Global Banana Congress 2007 before 23 March 2007 and benefit from our early bird savings.

Once your conference registration has been processed, you will receive online confirmation of your conference booking, regular news and updates about Global Banana Congress 2007 and savings on hotel accommodation at the Hilton Colón Guayaquil (subject to availability) .

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How can I book accommodation at the hotel?

Delegates are responsible for all payments and cancellations for hotel accommodation and should make contact directly with the Reservations Department for all accommodation queries.

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Will I need a visa?

Please check with your travel agent or local embassy as to whether you require a visa to enter Ecuador.

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How can I keep up to date with news regarding the event?

If you would like to be placed on the conference mailing list and receive programme updates and delegate news, please send your full name, company address and contact details to info@bananacongress.com

Alternatively, please contact the event helpdesk (details below):

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