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Frequently Asked Questions
REGISTRATION
How do I register for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Do I have to register in advance or can I register on-site?
Where do I find the registration fees?
What forms of payment are accepted for registration?
How do I get a paid receipt for my payment?
How can I get an invoice to process my bank transfer or check payment?
How do I know if my registration was submitted, will I receive a confirmation?
How do I make a modification to my registration badge?
Can I attend only one day out of the two days of The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Is there a registration deadline?
What is included in my registration fee?
When will registration check-in open / on-site registration open?
How do I check-in for registration?
What do I need to present at the registration counter to receive my materials on site?
If I am unable to attend, what is the cancellation policy?
If I am unable to attend, can another person go in my place?
HOTEL and TRAVEL INFORMATION
Do I have to make my own hotel reservation?
Where is The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum being held?
Is there a special hotel reservation rate for The Fifth Annual GPCA attendees and what is the hotel rate?
Do I need a VISA in order to enter Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)?
How do I obtain a VISA in order to enter Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)?
GPCA INFORMATION
What is Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA)?
How do I find out if my company is a GPCA Member?
How do I become a member of GPCA?
PROGRAM and CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS
When will The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum program be available?
Do I need to pre-register to attend the optional breakout session?
How can I obtain a copy of the conference proceedings?
SPONSORSHIP/EXHIBITOR QUESTIONS
Who are the sponsors/exhibitors for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
What are the sponsorship/exhibitor packages available for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
How do I become a sponsor/exhibitor for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
GENERAL CONFERENCE QUESTIONS
Is reserved seating available at The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
What is The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum dress attire?
Where can I obtain information on sightseeing, weather, food and any other visitor/tourism information?
How do I register for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Register on-line: Click here to register online today.
By phone: +1-212-621-4978 (Monday-Friday/Eastern Time 9:00am – 5:00pm)
By fax: Download the registration form and fax to +1-212-621-4970.
Do I have to register in advance or can I register on-site?
We strongly recommend that you register in advance, which guarantees you have a printed badge, conference materials and seating available upon your on-site registration check-in.
However, on-site registration is accepted and registration payment must be paid in full at time of registering.
Where do I find the registration fees?
Early Bird Rate (prior to 22 October 2010)
GPCA Members $850.00 USD
Non-GPCA Members $1,500.00 USD
Full Rate (after 15 October 2010)
GPCA Members $1,000.00 USD
Non-GPCA Members $1,800.00 USD
Workshop
GPCA Members Free
Non-GPCA Members $250.00 USD
What forms of payment are accepted for registration?
Accepted forms of payment in USD are Credit Card (MasterCard, Visa, or American Express) /
Bank Transfer and Company Check. If you need to pay via bank transfer or company check, please contact and request details. Please put Fifth Annual GPCA Forum payment by check or bank transfer in the subject line of the e-mail.
How do I receive a paid receipt for my payment?
The confirmation sent by Chemical Week via e-mail serves as confirmation and a receipt as it specifies the date and the amount of payment made.
If you need additional information please contact Chemical Week customer service at to request a paid receipt.
How can I receive an invoice to process my bank transfer or check payment?
Please contact Chemical Week customer service at to request an invoice.
How do I know if my registration was submitted, will I receive a confirmation?
You will receive confirmation via e-mail to the e-mail address provided to us when you registered.
If you have not received confirmation within 2 business days, please contact Chemical Week’s customer service at
How do I make a modification to my registration badge?
Please click onto the following link: Fifth Annual GPCA Registration Modification Link and input your confirmation number which is located within the body of the confirmation e-mail which you received at the time of registration.
Can I attend only one day of the two days of The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Yes, however the registration fee will be the same as the total meeting price.
Is there a registration deadline?
On-line registration will close at 5:00 pm Eastern Time on Friday 3 December 2010.
After 3 December, you can register at The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum registration on-site counters on Tuesday, 7 December between 2:00pm and 8:00pm.
However, we strongly recommend that you register before 3 December to ensure your conference materials and seating.
What is included in my registration fee?
Your registration fee includes the following:
- Conference Badge – which allows entrance into conference and breakout sessions, exhibits, internet café, refreshment breaks, lunches, and dinners
- A conference delegate bag designed to hold your conference materials
- CD-ROM with speaker presentations (not all presentations will be available, only the ones submitted by speakers in advance)
- Conference Materials (Program, speaker profiles)
- Access to the exclusive Forum Online Community.
When will registration check-in / on-site registration open?
Registration check-in and on-site registration will be open from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, 7 December 2010. Registration will re-open at 8:00 am on 8 and 9 December 2010.
How do I check-in for registration?
Conference badge and materials will be waiting for you at the registration check-in counters located at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City. If you are registering for the first time on-site please proceeded to the on-site registration counter.
What do I need to present at the registration counter to receive my materials on site?
For security reasons, please provide your confirmation letter along with a business card or photo ID in order to receive your conference badge, materials and gain access to the forum.
If I am unable to attend, what is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be made in writing and sent to Chemical Week at . Cancellations made 45 days prior to December 7 will be subject to a 15% cancellation fee. Registrants who do not cancel prior to December 7 will be liable for the full registration fee. Non-payment or non-attendance does not constitute cancellation.
If for any reason, Chemical Week/GPCA decides to cancel or postpone this event, Chemical Week/GPCA is not responsible for hotel and other travel costs incurred by registrants. No refunds will be processed prior to the event.
Cancellations received less than 45 days from the start of the conference (8 December) will be issued a letter of credit to be used at a future Chemical Week conference. This credit is valid for up to one year from the date of issuance.
If I am unable to attend, can another person go in my place?
Substitutions may be made at any time for confirmed registrants. Notice of substitution must be made in writing and sent to: Nicole Morris at .
HOTEL and TRAVEL INFORMATION
Where is The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum being held?
The official venue for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum is:
InterContinental Dubai Festival City
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Phone: (+971-4) 701-1111
Fax: (+971-4) 232-9098
Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/intercontinental/en/gb/locations/dubai-festivalcity
Do I have to make my own hotel reservation?
Yes. Chemical Week and GPCA have worked with the InterContinental hotel on a special group reservation rate to be offered to The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum delegates.
You must register for the conference first and then we will send you information on how to obtain the hotel reservation form that you will need to fill out to receive the special discount rate.
Is there a special hotel reservation rate for The Fifth Annual GPCA attendees and what is the hotel rate?
InterContinental DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY
Room Rates:
Intercontinental ROH - Superior/Single/Double – 800.00 AED per night
Intercontinental ROH – 1 King Deluxe – 1,350.00 AED per night
Crowne Plaza Hotel DUBAI-FESTIVAL CITY
Room Rates:
Crowne Plaza – Superior/Single/Double – 750 AED per night
*Above rates are subject to 10% municipality fees and 10% service charge.
*The Group rate is effective from 04th until 10th December only.
* Visa assistance will be provided by the hotel, when making your hotel reservation on-line, indicate you need a visa application during check-out. Please note, it will take up 7 business days to process your request.
Do I need a VISA in order to enter Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)?
Nationals of the following Countries do not require Visas to enter the United Arab Emirates (UAE):
Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hong Kong, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtain, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States of America, and Vatican.
For more information regarding VISA regulations, please visit Dubai - Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing at http://www.dubaitourism.ae/
How do I obtain a VISA in order to enter Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)?
When making your hotel reservation, please indicate that you need a visa and the hotel will contact you.
Please note: You must be registered for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum and registration paid in full in order to request your VISA.
GPCA INFORMATION
What is Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA)?
Please log onto the following link to lean more about GPCA:
www.gpca.org.ae
How do I find out if my company is a GPCA Member?
Please click onto the following link: GPCA Membership Directory
How do I become a member of GPCA?
Please Contact, Mr. Gaurav Paul, Communication Manager
Gulf Petrochemicals & Chemicals Association
P.O. Box 123055, 1st Interchange, Sheikh Zayed Road
Al Wasl, Dubai, UAE
Tel +971-4-321-7444 Ext. 106
Fax +971-4-321-7677
Email:
Website: www.gpca.org.ae
PROGRAM and CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS
When will The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum program be available?
The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum program is avaliable online at gpcaforum.net/agenda.
Do I need to pre-register to attend the optional breakout session?
You do not need to register for the optional breakout session. Forum registration will allow you into either breakout session. However, seats fill up quickly so we encourage you to arrive early.
How can I obtain a copy of the conference proceedings?
All registered conference attendees will receive a CD ROM containing all speaker presentations which were submitted to us in advance. Speaker presentations not included on the CD ROM will be available shortly after the Fifth Annual GPCA Forum concludes on Chemical Week’s online bookstore.
SPONSORSHIP/EXHIBITOR QUESTIONS
Who are the sponsors/exhibitors for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Please log onto Chemical Week’s website at gpcaforum.net/sponsorship to view this year’s sponsors.
What are the sponsorship/exhibitor packages available for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Please contact, Ms. Dana Carey, Director, Global Event Sponsorships
Chemical Week's Conference Group
Tel: +1-212-621-4972
Fax: +1-212-621-4822
Email:
How do I become a sponsor/exhibitor for The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Please contact, Ms. Dana Carey, Director, Global Event Sponsorships
Chemical Week's Conference Group
Tel: +1-212-621-4972
Fax: +1-212-621-4822
Email:
GENERAL CONFERENCE QUESTIONS
Is reserved seating available at The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum?
Reserved seating is only available for selected VIP’s and GPCA Board Members.
What is The Fifth Annual GPCA Forum dress attire?
The dress code is business attire, business casual and national dress.
Where can I obtain information on sightseeing, weather, food and any other visitor/tourism information?
The Internet is a very useful resource in finding tourist information about Dubai.
In order to facilitate your search, below we have provided a few web links:
Dubai Tourism and Commerce Marketing - http://dubaitourism.ae/
Dubai Tourism - http://www.dubai-tourism.net/
Go Dubai - http://www.godubai.com/
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