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Conventions: Feb 26, 2008

Intec - Industrial Trade Fair

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 29, 2008,
Leipzig Exhibition Centre, Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

The INTEC stands for a representative and innovative high-tech range in product engineering, focusing on machine tools and special machine manufacturing. It offers the best opportunity for industrial professionals to talk with their colleagues and meet face to face with new and familiar suppliers.

Profile for exhibit include Tool machines, Plate, wire and tube processing machines, presses and forming technology, Mechatronical systems for product engineering, Automation and robotics, Electrotechnology, industrial electronics, sensor technology, Measurement and test engineering, quality management systems, Drive engineering, hydraulic systems, Material handling and warehousing, Cooling lubricants, IT solutions for product engineering, process automation.

Embedded World-Nuremberg 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Exhibition Centre Nuremberg, Nuremberg, Bavaria Germany

Embedded World is the world's biggest exhibition of its kind and the meeting-place of the international embedded community. Embedded technologies are in action everywhere - whether in the car, data and telecommunication systems, industrial and consumer electronics, military systems or aerospace.

Top international speakers reported on the latest research & development findings in embedded technologies & on their actual implementation in industrial practice. The embedded world Conference ranks as a real conference highlight in the industry.

Tactical Data Links

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Angelo's Hotel Prague, Czech Republic

* Integration: examining the challenges, both technical and financial, of successful platform and system integration, including an exclusive brief from the Polish General Staff
* Next Generation TDLS: This conference will analyse efforts ensuring successful upcoming integration of Link 22 and ever pressing issue of Multi link planning considerations
* Interoperability: In-depth assessments of managing and overcoming interoperability in the test environment and in a networked environment
* Human Factors: This symposium will examine the human machine interface and the major role training plays in producing effective end users
* The End Users: Exclusive Operator perspectives on using TDLs in theatre from The Royal Navy

Carbon Forum America

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Moscone Center San Francisco, California United States 94103-3118

CARBON FORUM AMERICA is set to become the leading Trade Show and Conference Program in North America serving international business, government and science communities in trading, monitoring, crediting and compliance of carbon emissions.

This event will provide a global platform for business communication and knowledge sharing in the fast growing carbon emission and climate industry in North America.

CARBON FORUM AMERICA Trade Show and Conference will highlight technical innovations as well as information on carbon emissions policies and regulations with special attention to financing and crediting.

4th GI-Workshop on XML Integration and Transformation for Business Process Management

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Munich, Bayern Germany

XML technologies and applications have attracted increasing attention in the business process management (BPM) community in recent years. Integration aspects are becoming more and more important in this context. On the one hand, there are several interchange formats available to facilitate the exchange of business process models between tools and applications of different focus. These formats are well suited to serve as input to model-driven approaches for engineering of process-aware applications. XML transformations of process models are required to support these approaches in practice. On the other hand, web service technology and semantic web applications have a huge potential for run-time integration of process-aware applications and entreprise applications. These two trends require a good understanding of BPM- and related XML-standards as well as their interrelations. The workshop is dedicated to these two trends of business process management and business process modelling. Papers on ongoing and completed research, state of the art surveys, and reports on practical application of XML technologies in business process management and modelling are welcome. The workshop aims to identify current research directions as well as industry trends.
Topics include, but are not limited to:

* Transformation of BPM-models and -schemas,
* Model-driven development of BPM applications,
* Integration of BPM applications,
* Application of Web Services and Semantic Web technologies for BPM,
* Metamodels, XML schemas, and ontologies for BPM,
* Definition and application of XML-based reference models for BPM,
* Evaluation and comparison of BPM standards,
* BPEL, WS-CDL, BPSS, PNML, EPML, XPDL, XMI, etc. and their application in BPM,
* Inter-organizational document exchange (e.g. XML-EDI, xCBL, etc.).

In3 West

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
The Hyatt Regency Irvine, California United States

In3 West is the premier strategic partnering meeting on the West Coast, where hundreds of senior-level dealmakers come face to face with the most exciting emerging technologies. This is one of the best-attended medtech conferences of the year, where profitable deals are made, partners are found and business networks are expanded every year.

In3 West bridges more than 50 medical technology companies seeking strategic partners and/or investment with large company executives, top VCs and investment firms. This meeting will also feature keynote presentations, financing panel discussions, and educational workshops.

SMX West - Santa Clara

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Santa Clara Convention Center, Santa Clara, California United States

Search Marketing Expo - SMX West is certain to be to the "must-attend" interactive and search engine marketing event of the year on the West coast, delivering superior value to conference delegates and exhibit hall attendees alike.

For conference attendees, Search Marketing Expo - SMX West will be "everything search"...

* All search topics: Paid, organic, link building, local, mobile, social, analytics, and much more!
* All-star presenters: The best minds in search marketing will share their tactics and experiences at SMX West. You'll learn both practical tips and techniques you can implement as well as strategies and bigger picture outlooks to make you successful in the long run.
* All the top companies will be there to discuss your business needs and propose solutions.
* All the networking and fun: SMX West will deliver the experience you simply cannot get from online forums.

Military Flight Training 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Tje Guoman Tower Hotel, London, England United Kingdom

IQPC’s fifth annual Military Flight Training conference took place on the 27th - 28th February in London and was attended by 200 delegates from 27 countries. Highlights of this year’s conference included the first South Korean presentation at the conference and a closing address on the ‘Advanced European Jet Pilot Training Programme (AEJPT)’.

In-Store Excellence 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
WatersEdge, Walsh Bay, Sydney, New South Wales Australia

Some things out are out your control but -for what you can influence- why not prepare your organisation the best you can by attending In-Store Excellence 2008.

In-Store Excellence 2008 will help you to:

* Understand their shopper’s shopping behaviour and engage them in-store
* Learn about new directions in FMCG lines, business channels –including using the net to drive business to the store- and strategies to win shelf space and a spot in the shopper’s basket
* Nurture the retailer-supplier relationship
* Drive non-price related activities and maximising efficiency of price promotions

NCCE 2008 - Seattle

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 29, 2008,
Washington State Convention & Trade Center, Seattle, Washington United States

NCCE 2008 is seeking concurrent session proposals for the 2008 annual conference from educators, technology consultants and participating exhibitors. Sessions are 60 minutes in length. The final deadline for proposals is Friday, October 5, 2007. The NCCE program committee will give notification of acceptance and will finalize the schedule for concurrent sessions by late November.

The primary session presenter, must register for the conference and will receive the speaker registration rate of $175. Co-presenters must also register for the conference and pay the full-conference registration rate of $225.

BioBusiness 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Interncontinental Geneva, Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland

Key Topics:

* BioBusiness is the most senior and exclusive conference in the industry, meaning you can spend 100% of your networking time with the people that matter
* A high-calibre speaker line-up combining business development and scientific expertise
* Hear from both sides of recent alliances in 9 of the most exciting headline deals of the last 12 months
* Take part in our highly effective one-to-one meetings to renew existing relationships and build new ones
* Make valuable business contacts and exchange ideas at our informal champagne roundtables

3rd Annual Stem Cell Summit

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 26, 2008,
The Hilton Hotel, Trianon Ballroom, New York City, New York United States

The Third Annual Stem Cell Summit will convene in the heart of New York in February. Meet more than 50 of the world’s leaders in this rapidly evolving industry, participate in 3 research panel review and debate sessions, enjoy lunch while hearing stories of patient experiences, and then end the day with a reception and networking.

In just one day, the Stem Cell Summit will bring the future of this dynamic industry to life for investors, industry, practitioners, and analysts.

Join us to learn about the investment opportunities in the stem cell marketplace, groundbreaking stem cell products that physicians use today, and the growing market potential in terms of revenues. In 2006, revenues generated from the sales of stem cell products exceeded $15 million and are on track to double in 2007.

Reserve your spot by November 30 to enjoy early registration savings of $550!

AGENDA

The program will feature more than 50 presenters, a lunch panel with stories of real patient experiences, 3 panel review and debate sessions, and a closing reception for networking opportunities.

FEES

Register Early to Enjoy Substantial Savings, plus receive a complimentary copy of Robin Young’s Mid-Year Stem Cell Industry Update report.*

$950 Early Registration (by November 30, 2007)

$1,200 Advance Registration (By January 31, 2008)

$1,500 Regular Registration (After January 31, 2008, and onsite)

Registration includes lunch and a reception.

*If you register by December 31, 2007, you’ll receive the Mid-Year Stem Cell Industry Update report free of charge. Containing the latest information on stem cells for cardiovascular repair, nerve regeneration, orthopedics, diabetic treatment, Parkinson’s, autoimmune diseases, and the basic science--plus 50 company profiles and updates—this report alone is worth the price of admission!

And Orthopedics This Week subscribers, don’t forget—you may be able to apply your $250 credit toward this Summit—contact us to find out.

VENUE

Hilton New York
Trianon Ballroom

1335 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York, United States 10019
Tel: 1-212-586-7000 Fax: 1-212-315-1374

The Hilton New York is a sophisticated hotel conveniently located in the midst of business and media centers in New York City, at West 53rd and Avenue of the Americas (Sixth Avenue).

Directions & Transportation
On Avenue of the Americas (6th Ave.) between West 53rd and West 54th Streets; 53rd Street is west bound and 54th Street is east bound. Laguardia Airport is 18 miles, JFK is 25 miles, Newark is 13 miles, Grand Central Station is 15 minutes across town, Penn Station is 15 minutes downtown, and the Port Authority is 10 minutes downtown. View all directions, map, and airport information

Click Here for Hotel Room Reservations*

*Summit attendees are responsible for their own hotel reservations.

To order a copy of the Stem Cell Analyst and Market Forecast 2006-2016 and abstracts of the top 50 Stem Cell Clinical Studies and White Papers, click here.

2nd Annual Conference on Innovations in Value Added Dairy

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
He Radisson SAS Royal Hotel Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, Denmark

Agra Informa's 2nd annual Value Added Dairy Conference addresses the most significant issues for companies looking to improve sales and boost profit margins by capitalising on the dynamic growth in the European dairy market. Representatives from the leading players in the European dairy industry will examine new product innovation, emerging trends and the key drivers of growth in this increasingly lucrative sector.

Dairy products offering added health benefits are enjoying huge growth in Europe. Value Added Dairy examines innovations in health and wellness products and the potential for further growth in Omega - 3 enriched dairy and weight management concepts.

Biocides & Plastics – From Preservation to Hygiene Control

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Hôtel Métropole, Brussels, Brussels Capital Region, Belgium

Current consumer demand for bacterial-resistant products, global concern over hospital acquired infections such as MRSA, and conditions such as the so-called “sick building syndrome” have done much to promote the rise in biocides in plastics in recent years. As such biocides are now being increasingly used in materials such as PVC, PU, PE and WPC and in low -VOC water-based paints and coatings to prevent fungal and bacterial growth.

The conference will feature case studies from the likes of Arch Chemicals, PolyChem Alloy, Ciba Specialty Chemicals, Sanitised and Thor Specialities as well as a regulatory update from the US EPA. Papers will provide insight into many key developments and solutions to the key issues of the biocides sector. These will include:

* Test methods for plastics: antifungal and antibacterial testing
* The harmonization of regulation for biocides for treated articles
* How to implement an antimicrobial hygiene concept for applicances
* Modelling the end-use of plastic treated articles to support label claims

9th Annual National Workers Compensation Summit 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 29, 2008,
Sofitel Gold Coast Gold Coast, Queensland Australia

As a leading professional involved with workers’ compensation you can not afford to miss your opportunity to attend Australia’s largest and longest established conference to cover your area of business.

Attend the event and:

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Do business with the regulators, senior advisors and state and government compensation/injury representatives currently shaping the industry from across Australia.
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Meet over 300 of Australia’s leading workers compensation professionals including compensation managers, injury managers, injury prevention coordinators, health, safety & environment managers, HR managers, OH&S officers, insurers , rehabilitation providers, technology providers, actuaries, brokers and lawyers
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Learn from the most respected industry speakers including representatives from International Association of Industrial Accident Board & Commissions (IAIABC), USA, Institute for Work and Health, Canada (Toronto, Ontario), Victorian WorkCover Authority, SA Emergency Services, Manchester Unity, Alcoa Australia, Curtin University, Pilbara, Port Operations, The One Clinic, The Happiness Institute, Pacific National, BMA Broadmeadow, Occupational Health and Safety Services, Flinders Medical Centre, Optus, Safety Institute of Australia, Northern Territory WorkCover Authority…and many more
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Benefit from the best case studies, keynote presentations, panel sessions and interactive workshops led by the most highly respected speakers
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Attend the National Workers’ Compensation 2008 Official Dinner and relax with your fellow delegates after a productive day of learning and networking, in an informal environment.
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Network with all your peers and colleagues in one place at the National Workers’ Compensation 2008 Welcome Beach BBQ and National Workers’ Compensation Summit 2008 Closing Function
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Visit the National Workers’ Compensation 2008 exhibition and do business with the industry’s premier companies
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Discover all the answers to your pressing questions on:
- State and federal scheme comparisons
- Claims Management
- Self Insurance
- Injury Management and Return to work
- Ageing workforce
- Psychological Injury
- Role of technology in streamlining processes
- Medico-legal Issues
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Enjoy the glorious sun, sea and exotic surroundings of the Gold Coast in February – why not extend your stay and make the most of the many attractions on offer?

Branding & MarComms for Financial Services

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Swissotel Sydney, 68 Market Street, Sydney Sydney, New South Wales Australia

Branding and MarComms for Financial Services is a joint initiative between Investor Weekly and IIR conferences.

Led by key industry professionals, Branding and MarComms for Financial Services will allow you to hear proven branding and marcoms initiatives which you can apply to your business for future success.

Branding and MarComms for Financial Services will allow you to develop the skills to establish a successful branding and marcomms strategy so you can grow your business, outcompete your rivals and forge customer loyalty.

5th Annual Energy in Central and Eastern Europe Conference

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
InterContinental, Prague, Capital City, Czech Republic

Now in its 5th year, the Energy in Central and Eastern Europe conference is renowned for bringing together key speakers and industry professionals to explore and debate the future challenges faced in a liberalised energy market.

Companies across CEE are looking to ensure a fair, transparent and competitive environment. Incumbents and new players alike will have to adapt their strategies to capitalise on the emerging opportunities and deliver value to stakeholders and customers. Increased collaboration between all parties is necessary to create a workable framework that supports security of supply and enables future energy demands to be met in a sustainable manner. This conference will combine high-level strategic discussion of these key issues with case study analysis of individual projects, featuring high-calibre speakers from across Europe.

The Future of the Carbon Market

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Le Meridien Piccadily London, England, United Kingdom

The Future of the Carbon Market comes at a crucial time for all participants with an interest in carbon as they prepare for Phase II of the EU ETS and its increasingly stringent emissions cap. Market liquidity and the price of carbon are of key concern as businesses adapt to the new regime and take long-term strategic decisions. In addition, they must also deal with regulatory uncertainty as political leaders debate the extension of the Kyoto Protocol and the EU ETS beyond 2012.

This conference will provide a platform for participants to discuss and debate the financial and practical implications of the carbon trading market as well as shed new light on the ways in which individuals and companies intend to react to these changing times.

The 25th Anniversary State of the Economy Conference

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 26, 2008,
Institue of Directors, London, England, United Kingdom

The UK economic outlook is more uncertain than at any time in the past decade. With Fluctuating inflation, a global credit crisis and deteriorating consumer confidence, combined with growing political debate in the arena of fiscal policy, are all contributing to mixed forecasts for growth. What lies ahead?

The IEA is delighted that 2008 marks its milestone 25th The State of the Economy event, and with eminent speakers from the government, industry and academia discussing and debating the UK economy, as well as the outlook for the US, Europe and China, it promises to be even more informative and thought-provoking than ever

6th GCC Government Organization Customer Care Excellence Conference

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Dubai City, Dubai Emirate United Arab Emirates

Datamatix presents ‘GCC Government Organizations Customer Service Excellence Conference.’ exclusively for government organizations’ customer service professionals in the region. Globalization, changes in needs and wants of customers, advancements in technology, innovations, and many other developments have resulted in government organizations adopting more customer oriented strategies, processes, solutions, and technologies. These conferences provide an insight into the customer service trends and challenges through presentations and case studies by regional and global experts and leaders.

6th Annual Shared Services & Outsourcing for HR 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore City, Singapore

As a HR professional, your role is highly people-driven and people management issues are critical. We understand that. Therefore SSON’s 2008 conference promises a new season of timely discussions into the challenges and trends that will inevitably arise within the next 12 months. Don’t miss out! The challenge never stops in achieving better management, service quality and cost savings.

StocExpo - Russia & the Baltic 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Finnexpo, Helsinki, Etelä-Suomen lääni, Finland

The region is a proven producer and transhipment centre of oil and petrochemicals and a major location in terms of tank storage capacity.

With more and more investment in infrastructure and continued growth forecast for the area, we have chosen Helsinki as it is centrally located to be able to bring together terminal operators from the surrounding countries and beyond. With hubs such as Saint Petersburg and Tallinn close by as well as Finland’s own sizeable tank capacity, StocExpo Russia & the Baltic is a first for the region and ensures a targeted audience.

The two day event will consist of two dual language conferences, one technical in its format and the other more high-end focusing on markets and operations.

Our conference programmes are vetted by top industry players to ensure they are informative & topical.

Expo Comm Mexico 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 29, 2008,
Centro Banamex, Mexico City, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

• Experience, analyze and investigate the wide range of solutions that will conform to the
new broadband and multiservice networks of the next generation.
• Participate in real life situations that will enable you to show applications, technologies,
end user and service equipment that will represent the benefits of the new digital era of
communications.

Mass Transit Security Summit 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Hilton Alexandria Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia United States

This year's Mass Transit Security Summit will bring together policy makers, transit operators, security personnel and solutions providers to exchange and disseminate best practices and opportunities to improve the security of the Nation's mass transit security systems.

The Theme of IDGA’s Mass Transit Security Summit is to improve our Nation’s mass transit security without sacrificing efficiency. In an effort to achieve this, the conference will explore:

* Emerging preventive technology
* DHS initiatives and future goals
* Operator concerns
* Advances in biological and chemical threat detection.
* Lessons learned from the London tube bombing
* Training of first line employees
* Virtual Presence Technology
* Sense and respond logistics improvement
* Case studies from best practice agencies

Shared Services Eastern Europe 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 29, 2008,
Radisson Budapest Sas Beke, Budapest Hungary

Brand new for 2008: Exclusive Citi Site Visit 29th February 2008

Witness first hand how Citi has created a Regional Processing Centre in Budapest with 250 staff. Citi Business Services deliver higher value services to EMEA and beyond, including Accounts Payable, Procurement, Technology, HR and Risk and Control functions to the wider Citi business. Learn how you too can create a successful organisational culture and become a real business partner by putting the customer at the heart of your service. Don’t miss out, places are strictly first come, first served so register now to secure your place.
You will meet:

Shared Services Eastern Europe 2008 brings together the key players in Eastern Europe’s Shared Services community, so whether you are a mature SSO or just starting out, this event offers you a unique opportunity to network and benchmark with your peers. Learn best practice approaches to your core challenges from over 16 leading Shared Services Centres in Eastern Europe, including Citi, BPH Bank, Visteon, and Avis.

* Heads of Shared Shared Services Centres
* Shared Services Centre Directors
* Managing Directors
* Head of Business Development
* Head of Business Process Outsourcing

Export Home 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Mar 1, 2008,
Exponor, Oporto City, Porto Portugal

Re(discover) an Exhibition

In an ever-changing society where values like comfort are on a par with choice criteria based on aesthetic and innovative products. This is a unique moment when all the supply based on those parameters is exclusively presented on the professional market.

The 20th edition of EXPORT HOME - Furniture, Lighting and Household Goods for Exportation will be held from 26 February to 1 March 2008, in the right moment and place to do business with the most recent features and collections of this sector.

The quality of the industry in exhibition combined with a growing investment in innovation and design turns EXPONOR in to the first-rate showcase of the sector. Definitevely, EXPORT HOME attracts important retail and dealership companies nationally and abroad.

The IEA Marketforce's Inaugural Conference: The Future of the Carbon Market

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Le Meridien Piccadily London, England, United Kingdom

As an established name in the sector, through the success of our series of conferences which include Energy: Challenges Across Europe and The Future of Utilities, The Future of the Carbon Market is a welcome addition to an industry where regulatory and economic developments are driving change.

The Future of the Carbon Market comes at a crucial time for all participants with an interest in carbon as they prepare for Phase II of the EU ETS and its increasingly stringent emissions cap. Market liquidity and the price of carbon are of key concern as businesses adapt to the new regime and take long-term strategic decisions. In addition, they must also deal with regulatory uncertainty as political leaders debate the extension of the Kyoto Protocol and the EU ETS beyond 2012.

This conference will provide a platform for participants to discuss and debate the financial and practical implications of the carbon trading market as well as shed new light on the ways in which individuals and companies intend to react to these changing times.

The Institue of Economic Affairs' 25th Anniversary Conference: The State of the Economy

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 26, 2008,
Institue of Directors, London, England, United Kingdom

The UK economic outlook is more uncertain than at any time in the past decade. With Fluctuating inflation, a global credit crisis and deteriorating consumer confidence, combined with growing political debate in the arena of fiscal policy, are all contributing to mixed forecasts for growth. What lies ahead?

The IEA is delighted that 2008 marks its milestone 25th The State of the Economy event, and with eminent speakers from the government, industry and academia discussing and debating the UK economy, as well as the outlook for the US, Europe and China, it promises to be even more informative and thought-provoking than ever.

Global Learning Summit

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 29, 2008,
The Marriott Hotel Singapore City, Singapore

Global Learning Summit is a definitive avenue for learning and development professionals to discuss, debate and discover the key cutting-edge solutions in producing efficient and effective learning programs.

The ability of companies to survive and grow in an increasingly competitive global environment is tied to the people in the organization. Organizations are now faced with the challenge of inculcating new skills and competencies for employees and to prepare them for high-level performance in their future careers. They realize that learning and development can only continue to evolve successfully as a business if the range of skills and knowledge required are relevant, imaginative and business-focused.

Environmental Monitoring & Operational and Strategic Planning and Research (OSPAR) Compliance 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Thistle Aberdeen Altens Aberdeen, Scotland United Kingdom

Attending Energy IQ’s Environmental Monitoring & OSPAR Compliance 2008 will enable you to enhance your oil-in-water monitoring processes and ensure you are complying fully with the latest OSPAR regulations. This event gives you the opportunity to learn from North Sea governmental regulators, the experiences of both small and large operators from the North Sea, and hear up-to-the-minute case studies from the industry frontrunners.

India Telecom Summit 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Hotel ITC Grand Maratha Sheraton and Towers Mumbai, Maharashtra India

Telecom industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in India with a lot of activity happening in that space nowadays with the entry of global players like the Vodafone. The stage is set for a battle as the players roll up their sleeves for a tough battle for who gets a larger chunk of one of the largest and fastest growing sector in the world. At this time it becomes very interesting to keep an eye on the changes that are happening in the competitive landscape of this industry and share and increase our knowledge about the sector

The conferences in India will offer an opportunity to telecom experts to exchange views on a host of issues concerning telecom industry such as bottlenecks in the growth of telecom industry, new developments and technologies etc.

India's key policy makers , international and domestic carriers, infrastructure vendors and investors will discuss and deliberate on India's telecommunications strategies and new business opportunities, setting India as the new driver of global economic growth.

Conference Highlights:

# Government’s perspective on the telecom industry
# Development of Mobile TV in India
# 3G in Indian Telecom Industry
# Challenges and Opportunities in the implementation of WIMAX
# VAS in Indian Telecom Industry
# Next Generation Networks (NGN)
# Regulatory Framework in the Indian Telecom Industry
# The Telecom perspective: Current issues and Future enablers

# Emerging technologies in the Telecom Sector
# Role of Mergers and Acquisitions in the Telecom Industry

North Africa - The Next Investment Destination

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Abou Nawas Tunis Tunisia

Programme Highlights

* Privatization of Banks in Maghreb
* Real Estate & Tourism in Tunisia - Creating a Brand New City
* Presence of Gulf Investors in North Africa
* Telecommunications - Growing sector in North Africa
* Funding Opportunities in North Africa - The Presence of Foreign Funds for Financing Potential Projects in North Africa
* Syndicated Lending in North Africa
* Financing Projects Across Various Sectors In Tunisia
* Regulating the Stock Markets in North Africa
* Bridging Maghreb with the rest of the world - Tenger-Med Port in Morocco

International ITG Workshop on Smart Antennas - WSA 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Fraunhofer IGD Darmstadt, Germany

The Institute of Telecommunications at Technische Universität Darmstadt organizes the International ITG Workshop on Smart Antennas - WSA 2008 on February 26-27, 2008 in cooperation with the Information Technology Society (ITG) of the Association for Electrical, Electronic and Information Technologies (VDE) and in cooperation with the IEEE.
It provides a forum for presentation of the most recent research on smart antennas. The objective is to continue, accelerate, and broaden the momentum already gained with a series of ITG Workshops held in Munich and Zurich 1996, in Vienna and Kaiserslautern 1997, in Karlsruhe 1998, in Stuttgart 1999, in Ilmenau 2001, in Munich 2004, in Duisburg 2005, in Ulm 2006 and in Vienna 2007.

Community Trade Marks and Community Designs 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 26, 2008,
Hilton Hotel Brussels, Belgium

IBC Legal Conferences’ annual Community Trade Marks and Community Designs conference returns in February 2008 with a fantastic line-up of speakers tackling the key issues affecting professionals, like yourself, involved in CTM and design registrations, oppositions and enforcements.

Hosted in the business hub of Brussels, thought leaders and industry figureheads will be providing you with a series of exciting, relevant and high-quality seminars aimed at keeping you up-to-date with both recent case law and highlighting hot topics for the coming year – all in just one day out of the office.

OTHER BENEFITS OF ATTENDING...

* Opportunities will be provided throughout the conference for you to raise questions with the experts and, if you prefer, you will be given the chance to put written questions to the speaker panel in advance
* Meet and network, away from office distractions, with like-minded professionals and discuss key issues affecting your business
* Special residential option. Reduced hotel accommodation can be arranged for you as a free service to IBC delegates by contacting IBR by telephone + 44 (0) 1332 285590
* Use documentation prepared for you by the speakers as a reference guide after the conference is over

Google Analytics Online Training - Advanced Training Course

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 26, 2008,
Webinar Sydney, New South Wales Australia

Our Google Analytics Online Advanced Training Course provides training in the use of Google Analytics reports to identify high performance and underperforming areas of websites in relation to business goals and website goals.

TI Developer Conference Worldwide 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Dallas, Texas United States

Put your mind in motion with informative workshops, valuable networking, and thought provoking dialogue with industry experts at the TI Developer Conference Worldwide 2008, February 26-28 in Dallas, Texas.

Take part in bringing together the best minds in the signal processing industry. Plenary sessions and keynote speakers will provide a glimpse of what's just over the horizon in high-performance analog, digital signal processing and microcontrollers as well as complementary technologies such as interface products and logic components. Sessions will include demonstrations, workshops, panel discussions and lectures. Discuss the entire system solution with information on Audio, Communications, Education, Industrial, Lighting, Medical, Systems & Trends, Tools & Embedded Software and Video & Imaging.

10th Mediterranean Petroleum Conference and Exhibition, MPC 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Tripoli, Libya

The Tenth Mediterranean Petroleum Conference and Exhibition (MPC2008) have again proved to be successful in offering a variety of technological innovations serving both the upstream and downstream sectors of the oil industry. It continues to offer a unique forum for petroleum professionals who seek to transfer or acquire the technology needed to sustain and/or to improve production and operations within their organizations. The Scientific Committee received an excellent response to the call for papers from local and international companies, universities, higher institutes and research centers. More than RO Technical papers in the various disciplines of the oil and gas industry were presented. Delegates from the petroleum industry, including producing and service companies, together with representatives from universities, academic institutions and research centers, participated in the conference by presenting scientific papers on their experiences and/or achievements in scientific research in the oil and gas industry. An exhibition featuring the latest advanced technology in the oil and gas industry also took place during the three days of the conference. This volume contains the papers presented at the conference which covers three days of technical sessions. These papers were screened from the large number sent to the Scientific Committee. These proceedings contain technical papers as provided by their authors. The International Energy Foundation (IEF) is non responsible for any statements made or options expressed in the technical papers presented. All authors are solely responsible for any scientific, technical or editorial errors.

10th Annual National Power New Zealand 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Skycity Convention Center, Auckland, Auckland Region New Zealand

National Power New Zealand 2008 will contextualise global energy issues and highlight how these relate to the more specific and regional challenges unique to New Zealand, such as:

• New Zealand’s National Energy Strategy
• Energy security, increasing demand and dwindling supply
• Dealing with an overburdened system, patchwork regulation and insufficient incentive for continued investment
• The Emissions Trading Scheme
• Share price protection and creating long-term, strategic advantages
• Market opportunities and assessing the energy industry

Women in Construction National Convention

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
The Ranch, Polokwane, Limpopo South Africa

The South African Women in Construction (SAWIC) commemorates the tenth anniversary of the founding of this national network of women in the industry. The highlight of celebrating this important milestone is the SAWIC National Convention to be held on 26-28 February 2008 at The Ranch, Polokwane in Limpopo, South Africa.

The Board of SAWIC takes pleasure to invite you to attend the National Convention that we are hosting with our valued partners, the Independent Development Trust and the Development Bank of Southern Africa.

The theme of the Convention evolves around women leadership effecting constructive change, bridging the gaps and addressing challenges of our times. Through leadership women progressively change the negative image of construction globally through transformation and building successful women enterprises to substantially and sustainably impact on the delivery of much needed infrastructure in South Africa aligned to the motto of ‘designing tomorrow, together’:

Asia Pacific Drilling Summit 2008 -Fluids & Cuttings Management 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Shangri-La Hotel Jakarta, Indonesia

At the Fluids & Cuttings Management 2008 conference, find out what you need to do to set things right at the drilling phase with insights on:

* The implications of the latest regulations in Asia-Pacific on your drilling projects
* The importance of selecting optimum drilling muds for your onshore/ offshore operations
* The latest technologies to keep front of mind as you venture into complex HPHT, deepwater and extended reach territories
* The most cost-effective and environmentally safe cuttings disposal methods that have seen success in Europe

2nd IEEE International Conference on Digital Ecosystems and Technologies (IEEE-DEST 2008)

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 29, 2008,
Amarin Lagoon Hotel Phitsanulok Thailand

The conference provides a forum for both IT frameworks to support collaboration in its different forms and domain based collaboration’s supported by the digital networked paradigm such as e-humanities, cultural ecosystems, and economic systems.

This conference series helps worldwide researchers further their understanding and broad application of the digital ecosystem ideas, principles and architecture in industry, business, government, social science and other domain disciplines to enhance the productivity, growth, prosperity and social, cultural and economic balance and sustainability.

The main conference theme is to strengthen ICT to support digital ecosystems in different domains, especially focusing on the architectural triangle between industries, human endeavours and advanced ICT. It includes conceptual frameworks, architectures, self-organising infrastructures, ambient intelligence, autonomous agents, e-humanities, social networks, and service-oriented collaborative platforms.

A special focus of this conference is collaboration instead of unbridled competition and ICT based catalyst effect in a number of domains to produce network enriched communities.

Real Estate Derivatives World USA

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Bridgewaters New York United States

Real Estate Derivatives World is back, and you haven’t even had to wait a year. That’s because so much is happening. After a quiet summer the market has taken off and looks likely to continue in that trend.

This is the real estate derivatives event designed in conjunction with all the market makers and backed up by a wealth of knowledge and experience from the UK property derivatives market.

* Your chance to get this market moving
* Hear from the people that have done the deals
* Understand where the market is heading in the next 12 months
* Gain a global perspective – what does it mean for you?

Animal Health Summit 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 26, 2008,
Sydney, New South Wales Australia

Animal Health Summit 2008 is an executive level forum where local and global experts in Government, regulatory affairs, industry, academia and research will meet to discuss the key issues, and pioneer solutions for the benefit of animal health in Australia.

The aim of the conference is to identify strategies to prepare Australia's animal health system to meet future challenges and take advantage of the opportunities facing our livestock industries.

Mine Site Emergency Management

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Holiday Inn, Brisbane, Queensland Australia

IQPC’s Mine Site Emergency Management event will include a 2 day main conference plus 3 separately book-able conference workshops. This event will provide delegates with a number of informative and interesting case studies from several emergency management & safety specialists each discussing their own emergency planning & management techniques.

Asia Pacific Drilling Summit – Fluids & Cuttings Management 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia

At the Fluids & Cuttings Management 2008 conference, find out what you need to do to set things right at the drilling phase with insights on:

* The implications of the latest regulations in Asia-Pacific on your drilling projects
* The importance of selecting optimum drilling muds for your onshore/ offshore operations
* The latest technologies to keep front of mind as you venture into complex HPHT, deepwater and extended reach territories
* The most cost-effective and environmentally safe cuttings disposal methods that have seen success in Europe

Training Course - Expert Human Capital Competency Strategies

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
Swissotel Le Concorde, Bangkok Thailand

The training program will enable you to:

Implement Leadership competency programmes to engage and retain talent and:

* Tie leadership competencies to organisational mission and values using a Leadership Competency Framework (LCF)
* Build a leadership competency program from a new skill or unmapped technical task through a step-by-step competency building strategy
* Establish and manage a flexible mentoring program that complements your competency framework
* Measure leadership competencies and align them to business functions and goals using the internationally acclaimed Service-Profit Chain (SPC)
* Accelerate groups in rapidly changing environments through succession planning

Measure technical competency programmes to minimise global mobility by:

* Analysing jobs against skill levels required and core job tasks through the technical occupation matrix for oil and gas
* Developing and manage competency based technical training programs for staff through the TARP (Train, Assess, Report, Promote) competency tool
* Benchmarking the quality of competency based training and development programs against oil and gas standards
* Setting up strategic talent pools through a practical step-by-step implementation guide
* Gaining New Technical Professional Engagement (NTPE) strategies to keep Generation Y technicians
* Measuring the Return On Investment (ROI) in competency development programs
* Raising the profile of technical skills through professional development techniques

The Age Agenda Conference 2008

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 26, 2008,
The Radisson SAS Portman Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom

The Age Agenda Conference is the leading annual conference for people who want to find out about public policy and older people. Book your place now.

It is your opportunity to hear from expert speakers to gain an overview of the policies affecting older people today, and to look ahead to likely developments and their impact in the future.

The conference programme features an impressive line up of speakers including three government ministers. Ivan Lewis MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Care Services, will be sharing his view on social care reform and funding and Mike O’Brien MP, Minister of State for Pensions Reform, with Baroness Andrews, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, will be providing an update on the strategy for housing in an ageing society.

5th Annual Flagship Event WiMAX

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 28, 2008,
Moevenpick Hotel Prague Prague, Czech Republic

There is a lot of movement in the fixed and mobile WiMAX market at the moment, especially in CEE and Russia, with huge growth potential predicted by Maravedis. That is why IQPC brings its successful WiMAX conference from Berlin to Prague. Do not miss this 5th Annual Flagship Event if you want to position your company in this boosting market.
5 Key Topics

* Assess how the inclusion of mobile WiMAX in the IMT-2000 set of standards will influence its position in regards to xDSL, 3G LTE, HSxPA and WiFI
* Hear how to successfully manage a mature WiMAX network by assuring effective network maintenance and improving service concepts to optimise WiMAX performance and customers satisfaction
* Assess the potential of new WiMAX services such as VoIP, data transfer or IPTV to make money out of WiMAX
* Gain insights into WiMAX security architecture to optimally ensure device and user authentification
* Benefit from lessons learnt in WiMAX business cases from successful incumbents and alternative operators to choose the right servicesto ensure fast ROI

4th PIPEs Summit

Feb 26, 2008 - Feb 27, 2008,
The Westin Hotel at Times Square New York, New York United States

PIPEs have never been a more popular way of raising capital. According to market research, PIPEs are likely to reach an unbelievable figure of approximately $50 billion in 2007, compared to last year’s $28.3 billion. Small cap and foreign companies are in crucial need to educate themselves about the PIPEs process.

Many investors have been wondering about the changes in regulations proposed by the SEC, more precisely, the proposed changes to the Rule 144 (proposing the reduced holding period), Form S3, and the Shelf Registration Requirements. The SEC is expected to react, i.e. adopt/not adopt these changes by February.