Venue
Scandic Marina Congress Center
Katajanokanlaituri 6
00160 Helsinki, Finland
www.marinacongresscenter.com
Congress office
Thursday 8.30 – 17.15
Friday 7.30 – 16.30
Saturday 8.30 – 12.30
Language
The congress language is English. There will be no simultaneous interpretation.
Climate and clothing
The average day-time temperature in Finland in August is around 15-20°C. Evenings are cooler. Occasional rain showers may occur. It is advisable to bring some warm clothes with you.
Name badges
Participants and accompanying persons are obliged to wear the official congress name badges on all congress occasions. Additional fee will be charged for reproduction of lost name badges.
Exhibition
The commercial exhibition highlighting medical devices, pharmaceutical products and books will take place in the lobby areas of Marina Congress Center. Access to the exhibition is free for registered participants.The exhibition will be open throughout the meeting hours.
Lunch and refreshments
Lunch is included in the participants’ registration fee. Lunch, coffee, tea and other refreshments will be available in the exhibition area during the breaks.
Non-smoking policy
Smoking will be prohibited in the congress and exhibition areas.
Certificate of attendance
All participants will receive a certificate of attendance during the congress together with the congress material.
Currency and credit cards
The official currency in Finland is euro (EUR). Most major credit cards are accepted in hotels and shops. VISA, Eurocard and Mastercard are accepted at the congress registration desk. Personal or company cheques will not be accepted at the registration desk or shops. Traveler’s cheques can be cashed in banks and exchange bureaus.
Tipping
All restaurant prices and taxi fares include service, but good service in the restaurant can be rewarded with a tip. Tipping is guest's discretion in hotels.
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