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SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
Sponsoring the 37th Annual Interferry Conference in Dubai
The annual Interferry conference comes to the Middle East for the first time in 2012. Few cities have undergone such rapid transformation as today's Dubai. Now one of the fastest-growing metropolises on earth, the city finds itself positioned in the spotlight as the dynamic nucleus of the Arabian Gulf region. The investment possibilities in the Gulf region are among some of the promising opportunities that this conference will look at.
So, why sponsor now?
This year, we are expecting a record number of delegates to attend. Our President and host, the Roads Transport Authority has announced that they will be subsidizing the delegate fee by 50% in order to ensure a record turnout.
The Interferry Conference is a premier event in the calendar of shipping conferences. Each year, we hear many comments from both new sponsors and new delegates that they will be back and that there is no better place to reach the key decision makers amongst ferry owners and operators than the Interferry Conference. The attendance of a great number of owners and senior executives in the ferry industry and the lively and interactive atmosphere brings about optimal possibilities for the exchange of experience, ideas and contacts. The conference includes a program of highly informative speakers, as well as several evening functions which are known for their exceptional networking opportunities.
About Interferry
The annual Interferry conference is the longest running international event devoted to the ferry industry. For over 36 years the conference has been held in venues around the world. Interferry has grown rapidly over the past few years, now consisting of 227 member companies from 38 countries. Members include owners/operators, ship builders and designers, equipment manufacturers and suppliers, consultants, classification societies, shipbrokers, publishers and others with an interest in the ferry industry.
Interferry also represents the industry at regulatory forums. It has Consultative Status at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Observer Status at the European Community Shipowners Association (ECSA). Interferry has strong connections with other shipping associations including International Chamber of Shipping, BIMCO, the US Passenger Vessel Association, the UK Passenger Shipping Association, the Danish Car Ferry Association and the Canadian Ferry Operators Association.
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TITANIUM SPONSOR $32,000 U.S. (x1)
- Exclusive sponsorship of Welcome Reception and opportunity to address the delegates
- Opportunity to make a 5 minute "flash" presentation during regular Conference sessions
- Opportunity to speak and/or introduce a plenary speaker.
- Premium location double sized exhibition stand (6m x 5m) near the Conference hall
- Full-page advertisement in Conference Program on inside front cover.
- Opportunity to submit a full-page article for inclusion in the Conference Program on page 3
- 4 complimentary Conference registrations and 4 complimentary registrations for Partner/Spouses Evening Social Activities (Welcome Reception, Evening Networking Event, Gala dinner)
- Discounted rate for 4 Conference delegate registrations ($300 US off the posted rate)
- 1 complimentary invitation (with partner/spouse) to attend the Interferry Board of Directors dinner
- Sponsor logo prominently displayed on delegate bag
- Sponsor logo on Interferry website home page (with link to Sponsor's website)
- Sponsor logo on email blasts promoting conference
- Special delegate writing pad with Sponsor logo
- Sponsor logo on the screen saver shown between sessions in the Conference hall
- Sponsor logo and company description on Conference web pages
- Prominent size and positioning of corporate logo included in all pre-Conference promotional material including magazine advertisements and brochures
- Banners with company logo in the Conference hall and foyer
- Insert (brochure or small gift) in Conference delegate bag
- Own sponsorship suggestion in consultation with Interferry
PLATINUM SPONSOR – $27,000 U.S. (x2) SOLD OUT
- Joint sponsorship of the Gala Dinner and opportunity to address the delegates
- Opportunity to make a 5 minute "flash" presentation during regular Conference sessions
- Premium location of exhibition stand near the Conference hall
- Full-page advertisement in the Conference Program
- Opportunity to submit a full-page article for inclusion in the Conference Program
- 4 complimentary Conference registrations and 4 complimentary registrations for Partner/Spouses Evening Social Activities (Welcome Reception, Evening Networking Event, Gala dinner)
- Discounted rate for 3 Conference delegate registrations ($300 US off the posted rate)
- 1 complimentary invitation (with partner/spouse) to attend the Interferry Board of Directors dinner
- Sponsor logo on email blasts promoting conference
- Special delegate writing pad with Sponsor logo
- Sponsor logo prominently displayed on delegate bag
- Sponsor logo on Interferry website home page (with link to Sponsor's website)
- Sponsor logo on the screen saver shown between sessions in the Conference hall
- Sponsor logo and company description on Conference web pages
- Prominent size and positioning of corporate logo included in all pre-Conference promotional material including magazine advertisements and brochures
- Exclusive banners with Sponsor logo in the Conference hall and foyer
- Insert (brochure or small gift) in Conference delegate bag
- Own sponsorship suggestion in consultation with Interferry
GOLD SPONSOR – $15,000 U.S. (x4) 1 REMAINING
- Joint sponsorship of the Evening Networking Event
- Opportunity to make a 5 minute "flash" presentation during regular Conference sessions
- Exhibition stand near the Conference hall
- Full-page advertisement in the Conference Program
- Opportunity to submit a half-page article for inclusion in the Conference Program
- 3 complimentary Conference registrations and 3 complimentary registrations for Partner/Spouses Program Evening Social Activities (Welcome Reception, Evening Networking Event, Gala dinner)
- Discounted rate for 3 Conference delegate registrations ($300 US off the posted rate)
- Sponsor logo prominently displayed on delegate bag
- Sponsor logo on Interferry conference home page (with link to Sponsor's website)
- Sponsor logo on the screen saver shown between sessions in the Conference hall
- Sponsor logo and company description on Conference web pages
- Sponsor logo on printed materials including magazine advertisements and brochures
- Banners with Sponsor logo in the Conference hall and foyer
- Insert (brochure or small gift) in Conference delegate bag
SILVER SPONSOR – $9,000 U.S. (x12) 2 REMAINING
- Joint sponsorship of one lunch
- Exhibition stand near the Conference hall
- Half-page advertisement in Conference Program
- 1 complimentary Conference registration and 1 complimentary registration for the Partner/Spouses Evening Social Activities (Welcome Reception, Evening Networking Event, Gala dinner)
- Discounted rate for 2 Conference delegate registrations ($300 US off the posted rate)
- Sponsor logo and company description on Conference web pages (with link to Sponsor's website)
- Sponsor logo on printed materials including magazine advertisements and brochures
- Sponsor logo on the delegate bag
- Banners with Sponsor logo in the Conference hall and foyer
- Insert (brochure or small gift) in Conference delegate bag
BRONZE SPONSOR – $4,000 U.S. (x20) 10 REMAINING
- Joint sponsorship of one coffee break
- Quarter-page advertisement in Conference Program
- 1 complimentary Conference registration
- Discounted rate for 1 Conference delegate registration ($300 US off the posted rate)
- Sponsor logo on Conference web pages (with link to Sponsor's website)
- Sponsor logo on printed materials including magazine advertisements and brochures
- Sponsor logo on the delegate bag
- Banners with Sponsor logo in the Conference hall and foyer
- Insert (brochure or small gift) in Conference delegate bag
HAPPY HOUR $3,000 (x2) SOLD OUT
- Exclusive sponsorship of one Happy Hour
- Quarter-page advertisement in Conference Program
- 1 complimentary Conference registration
- Signage with Sponsor logo displayed on tables during Happy Hour
- Sponsor logo on Interferry website conference pages (with link to Sponsor's website)
- Sponsor logo on printed materials including magazine advertisements and brochures
- Banners with Sponsor logo in the Conference hall and foyer
- Insert (brochure or small gift) in Conference delegate bag
SPEAKER GIFTS $3,000 (x1) SOLD OUT
- Exclusive sponsorship of speaker gifts
- Gift card with Sponsor logo inside speaker gifts
- Quarter-page advertisement in Conference Program
- 1 complimentary Conference registration
- Sponsor logo on Interferry website conference pages (with link to Sponsor's website)
- Sponsor logo on printed materials including magazine advertisements and brochures
- Insert (brochure or small gift) in Conference delegate bag
Contact
Len Roueche, CEO
#8 – 735 Moss Street
Victoria, British Columbia
Canada V8V 4N9
Tel: 1 250-592-9612
Fax: 1 250-592-9613
len.roueche@interferry.com
Sponsorship Notes:
Exhibition Space
This year's exhibition space will be hard shelled stands. Each exhibitor will be allocated a space approximately 3 metres by 2.5 metres (10 ft x 8 ft) with a table and chairs. Exhibition space is allocated by sponsor category (Titanium, Platinum and Gold). Silver sponsor stands will be allocated after higher level sponsors and will be by date of sponsor confirmation. For 2012, there will be an additional 20 stands dedicated for Middle East exhibitors only.
Environmental Footprint
Interferry is trying to minimize the environmental footprint of the conference by reducing the amount of waste paper. This is produced mainly from the inserts into the delegate bags and the exhibition booths. We ask each sponsor to take responsibility for their left over material by taking it with them after the conference or shipping it back to their office. For material that cannot be re-used Interferry will provide collection facilities for recycling.
We recommend that sponsors limit their contribution to the delegate bag – instead of another brochure, perhaps a small gift – or put your brochure on a memory stick or CD.
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"I have been to many different conferences in my business career and I have to say this was one of the best organised. The balance between work and play was good."
"Another first-class conference. The attendees were very impressive in both number and quality and the papers I think were generally well received".
"Congratulations on another memorable conference -the content and organization was very professional."
"Very good networking opportunities."
"Spotless organization….
congratulations."
"One of the most interesting conferences I have been to. Significant was the high attendance right through, despite the attractions outside!"
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