Set up	Monday, 12th May Exhibition Set-up- for Space Only Stands	10:00 – 21:00 *Safety Shoes are mandatory
	Tuesday, 13th May Exhibition Set-up- for All Stands	08:00 – 21:00 *Safety Shoes are mandatory
	Wednesday, 14th May Exhibition Set-up- for All  Stands	08:00-12:00 * Safety Shoes are mandatory
	Wednesday, 14th May DECORATION ONLY	12:00 – 16:30
Exhibition Opening	Wednesday, 14th May	17:00 – end of Networking Reception
	Thursday, 15th May	09:30-17:30
	Friday, 16th May	10:30-16:45
	Saturday, 17th May	11:00-15:00
Dismantling	Saturday, 17th May	15:15 – 23:30 * Safety Shoes are mandatory
Important! Please keep in mind that the e-Poster stations are freely accessible throughout the congress and are located in the exhibition area. Please note that there will be people attending the e-Posters, so they will walk around the booths to get to them. If you don’t want to leave the booths unattended, please foresee to hire a security for your booth.

The timetable is subject to possible changes in accordance with the scientific program.

Updates to follow up in due time.

Dismantling of the stands before the official hour is not permitted. All exhibitors should be in their Booth 30 minutes before the official opening hour.

Please Note:

• Empty crates and packaging material must be removed after set-up and no later than Wednesday, 14^th May ^h at 12:00.
• All aisles must be clear of exhibits and packaging materials to enable cleaning at all times.
• Please note that all exhibitors should be in their booth 30 minutes before the official opening hour.
• SAFETY SHOES ARE A “MUST” during set-up dates: 12^th, 13^th and 14^th May till 12:00 (also for Shell Scheme exhibitors!) and during dismantling on 17^th May. Access to the exhibition hall will NOT be allowed without safety shoes.
• Safety Items are always compulsory when: design stand builders are working on the space; construction materials are on the aisles; machinery (forklifts, cherry pickers are on the space).
• Access without SAFETY SHOES is allowed only during the decoration time – 14^th May from 12:00 -16:30.
• No Safety Items are compulsory when: aisles are empty (no construction material); main set up doors are closed, and no more machinery will be on the space (only transpallets allowed); during this time stand builders can be working inside the booth; this time is for exhibitors to start decorating their booths.

Off Exhibition Information

• Please do not leave any visible valuable articles at your booth. In addition, please consider hiring extra security for your booth after Exhibition Operating Hours.
• Dismantling of the booths before the official closing of the exhibition is not permitted.
• It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to dispose of all materials after dismantling.
• Any equipment, display aid or other material left behind after Saturday, 17^th at 23:30 will be considered discarded and abandoned. Any charges incurred for waste removal will be sent to the exhibitor.

Waste Removal

• It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to dispose all materials after dismantling.
• Any charges incurred for waste removal will be sent to the exhibitor.
• Please do not leave any visible valuable articles at your stand.
• Please note we will have a security guard at night from the moment the exhibition is closed until the following day when we open.

Welcome Reception at The Exhibition Area

You are cordially invited to the Networking Reception held in the Exhibition Hall on Wednesday, 14^th May from 18:30. Exhibitors are asked to please man their booths during the Networking Reception in the Exhibition Halls.

Access to the Exhibition Hall during Set-up and Dismantling

Access to the Messukeskus will be granted based on list of names that will be provided to the Messukeskus by the organizers.

For this reason, stand builders/contractors/exhibitors must register in advance all of the personnel that are required to be on-site during set-up and dismantling periods.

The following information should be submitted to the Exhibition Managers, by email, no later than Wednesday ,02nd April  to asinapova@kenes.com

Click here to download the template

 List of Exhibitors

Please see all exhibitors listed here:  https://espghancongress.org/confirmed-sponsors-exhibitors/

Exhibition Floor Plan

The floor plan has been designed to maximize the exhibitor’s exposure to the delegates.
For most updated floor plan and list of exhibitors, please click here

Lead Retrieval systems are a helpful tool for receiving participants’ contact information when they visit your booth. Information obtained by the lead retrieval system enables Exhibitors to enhance their database by securing valuable leads for further marketing and communication.

We are pleased to offer you the “K-Lead” Application. Exhibitors can download the “K-Lead” app onto their own smart phone or tablet and transform their device into an instant, easy lead retrieval system and capture participants’ full contact information with a quick scan of their badge.

Advantages of the K-Lead application:

• Seamless Integration: Download directly to your device; no extra hardware needed!
• Effortless Scanning: Quickly scan attendee badges to capture leads.
• Customizable Notes: Add personal comments to each lead for better follow-up.
• “Quick Scan” Function: Ability to quickly scan delegates as they enter the symposium hall.
• Instant Access: Get real-time lead information for immediate engagement.
• Universal Compatibility: Download from the Apple Store or Google Play using “Kenes K-Lead App.

Cost per unit: 700 EUR (excluding 4% credit card charges fees, excluding VAT if applicable).

Device is NOT included!

Deadline: Tuesday, 29th April

Onsite rate of 850 EUR will be applied for order received after above deadline.

Unlock the Power of K-Lead Plus:

• Automated Follow-up Emails: Immediately after scanning, send personalized emails to every lead. Make every connection count without lifting a finger!
• Tailored Email Customization: Craft the perfect message with customizable subject lines, email content, and signatures. Attach PDFs to add a polished, personal touch that stands out.
• Timely Engagement: Say goodbye to the hassle of manual follow-ups. K-Lead Plus handles it by sending tailored emails right after each scan, keeping your brand top of mind.
• Trackable Insights: Monitor how your emails perform with engagement metrics. Learn what works and refine your strategies for maximum impact, ensuring you’re always improving.
• Compatibility: K-Lead Plus requires at least one K-Lead license purchased.

Cost for K-Lead Plus: 750 EUR

Key Notes for K-Lead and K-Lead Plus:

• Device Not Included: The application must be installed on your personal or company device (tablet/smartphone).
• Reliable Data: Participant badge barcodes carry contact details as provided by registrants or their agencies. Note: Group registration may contain generalized information.
• Content Responsibility: Information content is managed by the registrant or their agency, not Kenes Group or the Organizing Committee.
• Easy Reservation: Secure your Wireless Barcode Reader in the Exhibitor’s Portal https://exhibitorportal.kenes.com.
• GDPR Compliance: We’ve updated our privacy policy in compliance with GDPR. Your personal data won’t be shared without consent. Presenting your badge for scanning implies consent to share your details.
• By purchasing the K-Lead and the K-Lead Plus, Exhibitors and Sponsors agree to Data Processing Agreement.

How to order K-Lead and K-Lead Plus? -> Please access the Exhibitor’s Portal https://exhibitorportal.kenes.com 

Exhibitor Badges

• Each exhibiting company is entitled to free exhibitor badges. The amount of free exhibitor badges is stated in your contract, and determined by your booth size.
  Two exhibitor badges will be given for the first 9 sqm booked, and one additional badge for each 9 sqm thereafter.
• The exhibitor badges allow access to the exhibition area and to the Networking Reception.
• Exhibitor badges will be personalized i.e. they will include the name of the badge holder as well as the country and company name. Please submit the list of individual names via the Exhibitors Portal no later than Tuesday, 29^th April 2025. 
• Exhibitor badge holders are not eligible for CME/CPD credits and will not be listed in the list of participants (if applicable).
• Exhibitor badges can be collected on-site, from the self service kiosks located at the registration area during registration opening hours. Please note that badges will not be mailed in advance.
• Additional exhibitor badges may be purchased online through the Exhibitor’s Portal, at the rate of EUR 300 per badge.
  Companies may purchase a maximum number of exhibitor badges as follows:
  Booths of up to 60sqm –      15 exhibitor badges
  Booths larger than 60sqm – 25 exhibitor badges
  
  Notes:
  – Deadline for ordering additional exhibitor badges via the Exhibitor Portal: Tuesday, 29^th April 2025.  
      Link to access the Portal https://exhibitorportal.kenes.com
  – Please make sure that your company profile has been submitted via the Exhibitor’s Portal before placing an order.

• All company representatives are required to wear exhibitor badges to access the Exhibition. Company representatives not wearing their badges will not be allowed to access the Exhibition. Exhibitor badges are for the use of company personnel manning the booth and should not be used to bring visitors to the Exhibition.

For any enquiries related to registration, please contact reg_espghan25@kenes.com

                 REGISTRATION OF STAND PERSONNEL 

In order to be granted access to the exhibition area each individual will need to wear a name badge.

This includes the regular staff from the exhibitor’s company and any hired staff e.g. hostesses, bar and service personnel etc. For security reasons, stand personnel must wear their name badges at all times.

Each exhibitor is entitled to a number of complimentary exhibitor badges in accordance with the size of the exhibition stand as stated in their contract.

The badge is indicating	Company name, individual name, country
This badge will give you access to	Exhibition area (including access before the official opening hours); Congress Opening Ceremony; Welcome Reception
This badge will not give you access to	Scientific and educational sessions; public transport pass; any offsite events
This badge is for	All representatives and staff of the exhibitor; local staff (hired by an agency eg., hostesses); guests of the exhibitor, bar and service personnel, photographer, etc.

 List of Exhibitors

Please see all exhibitors listed here:  https://espghancongress.org/confirmed-sponsors-exhibitors/

Exhibition Floor Plan

The floor plan has been designed to maximize the exhibitor’s exposure to the delegates.
For most updated floor plan and list of exhibitors, please click here

Exhibition Hall 

The Exhibition is being held in Hall 6ab which is located on Ground Floor.

For more details, please here

• The maximum build up height allowed for booth walls is 5 meters.
• The maximum height from bottom to the light trust is 6 meters
• Exhibitors who have stands higher than the maximum permitted height will not be allowed to set-up their stands.
• Electricity comes from the ceiling and floor if necessary.
• Shell scheme stand build up is 5 meters. Any part facing neighboring stands that is above 2.5 meters in height needs to be designed with neutral surfaces (white).

Structures installed for specific events, exhibition stands including installations, special structures and exhibits as well as advertising displays must be sufficiently stable that they do not pose a threat to public safety and order and, in particular, that they do not endanger life and health.

Exhibitors / customers are responsible for ensuring the load-bearing capacity and stability of such structures and may be required to furnish the relevant proof.

Floor

Floor type: Concreate solid floor.

Maximum floor load: 1000 kg/sqm.

Exhibitors are required to have floor cover or carpeted floor within the stand area.

Every exhibitor have to cover the full rented surface (e.g., carpet or other flooring). Tape used to fix carpet must be fully removable. If tape is used which is not fully removable or leaves traces, additional cleaning costs will be incurred by Messukeskus. Oil, grease, paint, and similar substances must be removed from the floor immediately. The hall floor may not be painted or drilled, nor may anything be stuck to it which is not completely removable. All additional costs for any kind of contamination will be charged upon actual expenditure by Messukeskus.

Ceiling Rigging

Ceiling hanging is permitted.

Please contact refer to the exhibitor online shop: https://emessukeskus.com/en-US/login.

For any specific questions/demands , you can contact svv.myynti@messukeskus.com.

• The maximum build up height allowed for booth walls is 5 meters.
• The maximum height from bottom to the light trust is 6 meters

Kindly note that the hanging points are spread randomly throughout the Exhibition Hall and may not be available above your booth location.

•  Stand builders cannot hang any item directly to the venue ceiling \hanging points.
•  Messukeskus needs to build pre-rigging in order to provide a hanging point.

Raised Floor / Platform

• The organizers and the Messukeskus must be informed if the booth has a platform (whensubmitting the drawings for approval), as well as the scheduled set-up (day and time). Without this information the Messukeskus /Official Contractor will not be able to provide the requested service(s) and the prepayment will not be refunded. Before placing the platform, the exhibitor/stand builder must confirm that service(s) provided by the Messukeskus are in the right place. Access to the service points/water tramp/electricity tramp are compulsory when a platform is installed (keep those points accessible!). Once the platform is installed, no new services that need to go under it will be accepted.
• The platform sides must be closed and finished neatly. The platform edges must be safe, secured and easily visible.
• Please note that if your booth has a platform, you are required to provide a ramp to ensure access for people with disabilities.

Shell Scheme Booths

To ensure the smooth and efficient installation and dismantling of your Booth, an official Booth Contractor has been appointed (See SECTION 5: official contractors).

Shell Scheme which has been pre-booked with Kenes includes the following:

• Shell Scheme Panels
• Fascia – you can choose company name in standard lettering or company logo in vector format (.ai, .eps, .cdr-file) or in pdf-format (Please advise on your preference at due time)
• Basic lighting (spotlights, one per meter, only on one wall on corner stands) – Please note that you need to order electricity in order to have the lights on
• Light grey carpet
• Cleaning of the stand before the event

Booth Package does not include:

• In-booth daily cleaning
• Electricity
• Furniture

Electricity, cleaning, furniture,graphics and other products and supporting services can be ordered via  the webshop: https://emessukeskus.com/en-US/login.

Dimensions for the shell booth panels structures can be found here.

Note: Corner shell scheme booths are provided with two open sides and 2 fascia panels with company name.

Fascia Sign

*Maximum of 21 characters (including spaces) may be written on your fascia (valid for 9 sqm booths).

Please submit lettering for fascia  via the Exhibitor’s Portal,or send  your company logo in vector format (.ai, .eps, .cdr-file) or in pdf-format at asinapova@kenes.com.

On corner stands it is possible to choose lettering on one side and logo for the other.

Deadline: Wednesday ,02nd April

You can submit your design/Facia on the Exhibitors’ Portal: https://exhibitorportal.kenes.com

Each exhibitor will be contacted with login details to access the Exhibitor’s Portal.

*Note regarding fascia: except spelling, pay attention to the use of capital and under cast characters. If your fascia text is not received by this date, we will provide you with a fascia title as per your company name submitted with your profile. If you wish to print your logo on the board, instead of the name or in addition to the name, this can be ordered at additional cost via the official contractor.

Technical Information and Regulations for Shell Schemes Booths

• All basic shell scheme booth will be designed and built by the Messukeskus – the official stand contractor.
• Exhibitors are not allowed to make any alterations to the structure of the booths or remove any integral parts from the booths. Exhibitors wishing to remove or change the location of any standard equipment within the booth should indicate clearly on the location plan and forward it together with clear instructions to the official stand contractor and the Exhibition Manager before Wednesday ,02nd April.
• No free-standing stand-fitting or display(s) may exceed a height of 5mor extend beyond the boundaries of your booth. This includes company names, advertising materials, flags and logos provided by the exhibitor.
• Under any circumstances, it is not allowed to cut, nail or drill into or through the walls, facia, floor or ceiling.
• Please do not use any adhesive products that may leave marks or cause damage to the panels and booth structure. Booth must be returned in the same condition in which it was received. Any damage to booth structure will be invoiced to the exhibitor.
• It is possible to use fishing line (nylon) to hang pictures etc.
• An exhibitor occupying a booth at the cornercan request to close the additional side(s). If the official stand contractor and the Exhibition Manager is not being notified in writing before Wednesday ,02nd April – it will be assumed that the exhibitor will have opening on the additional side(s).
• A back wall of a booth (any booth type) cannot be used by other exhibitors.
• Shell scheme booths will be provided with grey If an exhibitor wishes to change the color of the carpet in the booth, additional cost may be incurred. Please contact the Messukeskus – the official stand contractor.
• Excess stock, literature or packing cases may not be stored on, around or behind booths, unless contained within a lockable storeroom.
• Exhibitors requiring additional equipment may contact the Messukeskus – the official stand contractor – as per published deadlines (see section “Deadlines & Key dates”).

Space Only Booths

Exhibitors using independent contractors are required to submit the following for the organizer’s approval:

1. A scaled drawing (scaled 1:200 DWG), including elevation views of the proposed Booth to be built.
2. Utility connections: electrical, water and drainage – a list of all appliances
3. The name and contact details of their construction company.
4. Certificate of materials used for your booth to be sent to hallimestari@messukeskus.com no later than 45 days before the event
5. In addition ,please click here to check the needed documents that are required by the venue.
6. Any modifications to an approved booth design, no matter how minor, require prior notice and additional review. Booth design must strictly adhere to the original approved layout

                Please submit the files through the Kenes Exhibitor’s Portal:  https://exhibitorportal.kenes.com

Each exhibitor will be contacted with login details to access the Exhibitor’s Portal.

Deadline: Wednesday,02^nd April, 2025

• All exhibits are to be displayed to avoid blocking aisles, obstructing adjoining stands, or damaging the premises.
• Exhibitors are kindly requested to allow sufficient see – through areas that ensure clear views of surrounding exhibits. Entire sideway walls will not be approved. You are only allowed to build walls that cover third of each side.
• Island booths should be partly accessible on all “open” sides. We try to keep the exhibition as open and inviting as possible. Wall construction alongside aisle is allowed but max 1/3 of side to side may be covered.
• 360-degree suspended banner/logos are only permitted for island booths.
• Construction finish must be perfect in all the stand’s visible areas, including rear sides.
• Please note that if your booth has a platform, you are required to provide a ramp to ensure access for people with disabilities.
• Advertising on the boundary with other stands is prohibited.
• Multilevel structures are not permitted.
• Arches, bridges, or similar constructions connecting two or more Booths are not permitted.
• Screens or any kind of equipment to be shown or demonstrated may notbe placed directly on the edge of the stand contracted in order to ensure that the visitor viewing the screens/equipment will be inside the booth and not blocking aisle traffic.
• Any counter, desk etc. or device (i-pads, touch screens etc.) which attract visitors may not be placed immediately at the borders of the booth facing the aisles (there should be a reasonable distance from the edge of the booth).
• Coffee bars or other F&B-stations have to be inside the booth area to ensure that the visitors are standing and queuing up inside the booth area and not standing in the aisle.
• Structures installed for specific events, exhibition stands including installations, special structures and exhibits as well as advertising displays must be sufficiently stable that they do not pose a threat to public safety and order and that they do not endanger life and health.
• For booths sharing a border with another booth: the reverse side of any hanging banner must be plain white or gray, without any logos, graphics, or wiring. Hanging logos and advertisements must not face neighboring booths. Be sure to check this when approving booth designs.
• Exhibitors / customers are responsible for ensuring the load-bearing capacity and stability of such structures and may be required to furnish the relevant proof.
• Any part facing neighboring stands that is above 2.50 m in height needs to be designed with neutral surfaces (white or grey).
• Ceiling Rigging is permitted and must be authorized in advance by the Messukeskus.
• Please note that if your booth has a platform/raised floor, you are required to provide a ramp or sloped edging around the entire booth to ensure access for people with disabilities.
• The platform sides must be closed and finished neatly. The platform edges must be safe, secured and easily visible to avoid trip hazard. Advertising on the boundary with other stands is prohibited.
• **For our reference, see below an image showing sloped edging.

 

Click here to read the Safety information and required documents by the venue.

Kindly note:

The organizers will not approve booths that do not comply with the accepted standards until the necessary changes have been made.
• Work cannot commence until the booth drawings are approved by the organizers.
• The used spaces must be returned to the Messukeskus completely clear of all items and the Exhibition areas restored to their original state.

Electricity and Electrical Installations – Information for ALL booths

According to the regulations, the electrical installations for the Exhibition will only be connected to the power supply after being checked and approved by the Messukeskus.

The Messukeskus is the only company allowed to connect any kind of device directly to the main power sources.
Only the Messukeskus is authorized to provide the electrical switchboard for the power points. Thus, every exhibitor should order an electrical switchboard from the Messukeskus and to pay for the electrical consumption according to his power needs.
Please refer to the Exhibitor Online Shop – click here 

• The Messukeskus will check that the official electrical switchboard is not removed from the booth.
• Electrical switchboards provided by the venue cannot be manipulated, adjusted, or damaged. The cost of a damaged Electrical box will be charge to the company who has ordered it.
• Messukeskus staff are authorized to unplug the whole booth electrical installation if they detect that it is not properly done, with a possible danger.

Please note the following:

• Electrical switchboard and/or various power outputs will be ALWAYS delivered on the booth floor. Exhibitor/Stand Builder must check how to place it inside the booth to be hidden and accessible.
• Electricity supply from the neighboring stand is not allowed!
• It is the exhibitor/stand builder/electrician responsibility to advise how to connect your box provided by the
• Messukeskus only could provide electricity from the electrical ducts on the floor.
• It is compulsory to use plastic protectors to hide electrical cables (at the exhibitors’ expense).
• Electrical extensions ordered will be supplied next to the electrical box and the exhibitor/ stand builder will have to place on the space they need them.

The Messukeskus provides electric service in the Exhibition area during the official exhibition times only. At the end of the day, we recommend switching off your main electrical sources in order to save energy and prevent any accidents overnight.

At the end of the day the booth manager must check before leaving the venue that the booth spotlights are switched off for security and ecologic reasons. The Messukeskus won’t be liable for any damages caused from this action.
In case that the stand builder brings their own electrical switchboard, (it has to be connected to the Messukeskus switchboard it is mandatory to indicate which power line goes to the booth lights, in order that the booth manager knows which switch/button has to be turned off at the end of the day.
In case that you need 24h electrical connection for some devices (excluding booth general light), a second electrical switchboard will have to be ordered. Booth managers will have to make sure the general lights are turned off.

Booth Cleaning

The organizers will arrange for general cleaning of the exhibition premises prior to the opening of exhibition and daily prior to opening thereafter (excluding exhibit booths and displays). For ordering daily stand cleaning, please refer to the Exhibitor Online Shop – click here.

Any company cannot clean the venue facilities surfaces to avoid damage on them.

Internet & Wi-Fi

For internet ,please contact asinapova@kenes.com

Important:

Please be advised the Private Wi-Fi networks installations in the stand is not allowed.

The Venue and the organizers reserve the rights to discontinue any activity which interfere with the hall Wi-Fi coverage.

The Venue and the organizers must be informed in advance when the stand has a platform as well as the scheduled set-up day and time due to internet foundation.

Complimentary Wi-Fi will be provided by the Meeting during official Meeting days at most areas.

This public Wi-Fi connection is limited for basic web browsing or checking emails.

Should you have any internet-based feature/device/activity at your stand (for example: product demonstrations), we strongly recommend ordering a dedicated internet connection for your stand (wireless or wired connection) to guarantee a consistent internet connection inclusive of technical support.

Note regarding technical support: we will ensure that the service you purchased is functioning as it should, however we cannot troubleshoot or repair issues with client-provided equipment.

Security

Please do not leave any bags, boxes, suitcases, or any type of product unattended at any time, whether inside or outside the exhibition area.

Neither the Messukeskus nor the organizers can accept responsibility for the security of the stands and their contents. The Messukeskus as well as the organizers are not liable for any possible loss, theft and/or damage occurred during the rental period of any private property or goods. Exhibitors are fully responsible for the security of their stand and equipment.

If you wish to hire security for your stand, this can be done via the Exhibitor Online Shop – click here.

Booth Catering

Food & Beverages service is an exclusivity of the Messukeskus.

Exhibitors who wish to order food and beverages for their stand are welcome to do so directly with:

Messukeskus

Email: messukeskus@noho.fi

Catalogue: Click here

If you would like to bring any coffee machine or barista, you are welcome to do so on your booth but you need to take care of electricity & all add-ons they need by yourselves.Or, if  you’re  interested to hire one please contact the catering company.

Important: 

• It is not allowed to enter any kind of Food & Beverages from outside the venue.
• This exclusivity also includes all types of catering equipment such as juicers, popcorn machines, etc.
• The Messukeskus reserves itself the right to add a charge for the entry of any F&B products not supplied by the venue (authorization is necessary from the venue)
• The exhibitor must consider the space available on the booth to store and display the requested deliveries.

In case to have any other doubts about F&B please contact the organizers or the Messukeskus at messukeskus@noho.fi  to avoid misunderstandings once the event stared.

Waste Removal

For ordering waste removal please refer to the Exhibitor Online Shop – click here

Storage

The Messukeskus has no storage facilities. Short-term storage of materials left over after assembly (empty boxes, crates, cases, palettes etc.) should be coordinated with Merkur Expo Logistics GmbH team (payable service).

Under no circumstances may packing materials of any kind be left in the aisles, on the stands, around or behind the stands.

Please contact Merkur Expo Logistics GmbH with information on sizes and number of parcels, size, and storage period. E-mail: bernd.blum@merkur-expo.com

Shipments sent directly to the venue prior to the set-up period, will be refused by the venue.

Once the event & dismantling are over, the Messukeskus shall not be held responsible for the safekeeping and/or storage of any items left in the building. If the Messukeskus takes care of the removal of these items, it will be charged to the exhibitor.

For access to the goods/ lorry entrance/ Lifts:

Loading Docks

Please note that MERKUR EXPO LOGISTICS GMBH Expo Logistics GmbH is the exclusive agent for move in and move out.

To ensure that traffic movement is as smooth and trouble free as possible, exhibitors will be allocated a time at which to unload.

It is imperative that unloading times are strictly adhered to and that vehicles are removed as soon as unloading is complete.

Service doors:

6.6: width 440 cm, height 550 cm

6.12: width 413 cm, height 390 cm

The floor is grey concrete. Load-bearing capacity is 1000 kg/m2 floor load, 10000 kg concentrated load

 Parking

Please note that delivery of goods to and from Messukeskus is free of charge if it takes less than 60 minutes.  If it takes more than 60 minutes, you must pay the parking fee.  See prices and read more about parking at eMessukeskus.

For more details, please click here.

Access to the exhibition area

The delivery and removal of materials and goods for the exhibition stands is allowed only by the official freight forwarder and their local agent.

Important note: companies which are bringing their own goods should contact the official freight forwarder to coordinate their arrival and the use of the loading bay, the service entrance and the lifts.

Access for Deliveries

Please be advised that neither the Organizers nor the Messukeskus can accept deliveries on an exhibitor’s behalf and arrangements must be made for a stand/company representative to be available when deliveries are made.

Deliveries may not be made prior to Monday, May 12^th, 2025. Any deliveries prior to this date, or off the official working hours, will not be accepted. Please refer to the Shipping Instructions for the deliveries address.

As a courtesy to the delegates and your fellow exhibitors, deliveries or the removal of any equipment to or from stands must be made 30 minutes before or after exhibition opening hours.

It is recommended that all contractors, drivers and exhibitors bring their own trolleys to transport goods to and from their stand.

Accommodation

Kenes International is offering exhibitors specially reduced rates for various hotels around the Meeting venue.

Information, pictures, location and rates are available on the hotel accommodation page: https://hotels.kenes.com/congress/ESPGHAN25 or email us to: booking@kenes.com

You may also book a room online thought above link.

For group booking (10 rooms and more) please contact Ms. Alejandra Villafaina.

Email: avillafaina@kenes.com

Different payment and cancellation conditions apply.

Blackout Policy

ESPGHAN kindly requests that all congress supporters (sponsors, exhibitors, special interest groups and other stakeholders) respect the ESPGHAN blackout policy and refrain from holding organized meetings or events for more than 8 people during the annual meeting scientific programme.

Animals
It is not permitted to bring animals into the Messukeskus.

Build-Up & Dismantling Period

• During the period of build-up and dismantling, it is prohibited to consume alcoholic beverages in the working area as well as to perform work under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other type of substances that could alter the perception of risk.
• The Exhibitors and contractors are required to wear the necessary personal protective equipment(PPE) such as protective helmets, eye protection, and hand protection required by the specific work activity, with special attention to the safety shoes/boots inside the facilities for your own safety.
• The use of cutting machines, welding machines, sanders and a spray gun is strictly forbidden.

Health & Safety

• It is the responsibility of the booth holder to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all employees, contractors and visitors as far as is reasonably practicable throughout the event.
• It is recommended that the booth holders appoint a supervisor for the booth, with the specific responsibility for ensuring the health & safety of their staff and stand builders. It is advisable that a Risk Assessment is completed for the booth and submitted to the organizers.

Children
No person under the age of 18 years can be admitted to the Exhibition, either during build‐up, opening days or breakdown. This rule also applies to Exhibitors’ children and must be strictly enforced to comply with the safety regulations of the exhibition.

Compressed Gases
Use of compressed gases is not allowed.

Damage to the Building
Boring, screwing, nailing, or the use of paint, glue, adhesive stickers, fixtures of any kind or anything that can damage the structural elements of the building (floor, walls, ceiling, pillars…) are not allowed. In case of damage of the facilities, the cost of repair or replacement will be charged to the exhibitor.

Disposal of Material
It is obligatory to collect and dispose of all material during the build-up or dismantling of the event.
When the dismantling period is over, the exhibitor loses any right to claim losses or damage to property left behind. Any costs incurred by the Messukeskus in removing this property will be charged to the exhibitor.

Fire Regulations

• Booth material and fittings must be non-flammable or impregnated with fire-retardant chemicals.
• As a general rule, easily inflammable synthetic substances, foam polyester, and no fireproof straw and reeds are prohibited.
• Storage paint liquids, gas or other inflammable substances in the booth space is forbidden.
• The use/storage of inflammable substances is forbidden (liquids, gas or other). For any doubt for these substances contact the organizers or the Messukeskus

Fire Insurance (compulsory)
Exhibitors must be insured against fire.

Smoke
It is not permitted the operation of any machine in the exhibition that emanate fumes, gases or steam, or any item or device that generates or contains flame.

Heavy Weight Element / Large Machinery
In case the exhibitor/stand builder brings large machinery, any kind of heavy weight element or structure inside the exhibition area it is mandatory that the Messukeskus will be provided with a detailed project describing the unload procedure inside the exhibition area:

• Exhibition access used
• Transportation used to bring the element inside the Messukeskus and weight
• Plan for weight distribution (number of platforms, dimensions, and weight resistance)
• Forklifts, cranes, or any other machinery used for the unloading / uploading of the element. How the element is going to be unloaded and how is going to be brought inside the exhibition area.

Once the Messukeskus has the complete information, the unloading of the element will be approved or rejected.

Hanging of Posters, Banners etc.
Hanging of posters, banners or decals, stickers, or similar items, on the walls, floors, ceilings, or pillars within or outside the installations of the Messukeskus are not allowed.

Insurance (compulsory)

• Exhibitors are required to take out appropriate Insurance. Third part liability insurance is obligatory. It remains the Exhibitors full responsibility to insure themselves appropriately.
• Neither the organizers nor the Messukeskus their representatives or agents will be held responsible for any loss or damage to exhibitor’s property. Exhibitors must take precautions to protect their property against pilferage.
• The organizers do not provide insurance for exhibitors and their property. The exhibitor is responsible for his property and person and for the property and persons of his employees through full and comprehensive insurance and shall hold harmless the organizers for any and all damage claims arising from theft and those perils usually covered by a fire and extended-coverage policy. Therefore, you are obliged to have a public liability insurancethat covers all injuries to persons and damages that might cover in connection with the exhibition.
• Exhibitors are personally liable for all expenses incurred by the organizers or by third parties in regard to technical services provide.
• We also recommend that you have additional coverage against loss or damage to exhibition material during transport and during exhibition times. Please make arrangements for insurance coverage through your company’s insurer.

Liability

• Exhibitors are responsible for all property damage as well as any loss or injury caused by their property, agents or employees. Companies will indemnify the organizers against all claims and expenses arising from any damages.
• If for any reason whatsoever the Exhibition needs to be abandoned, postponed, or altered in any way, either in whole or part, or if the organizers find it necessary to change the dates of the Exhibition, the organizers shall not be liable for any expenditures, damages or loss incurred in connection with the Exhibition.
• The organizers shall further not be liable for any loss which the Exhibition or Exhibition contractors may incur due to the intervention of any authority which prevents or restricts the use of the Messukeskus or any part thereof in any manner whatsoever.

Sound equipment and Music
In general, the use of sound equipment/music in booths is permitted as long as the noise level does not disrupt the activities of neighboring exhibitors.
Speakers and other sound devices should be positioned to direct sound inward (to be contained within the booth) rather than outward (toward aisles and other exhibitor booths).
It is difficult to establish decibel level restrictions. If an exhibitor or attendee is standing within ~3 meters of an exhibitor’s booth and cannot carry on a normal voice-level conversation, the noise source is too loud.
Further guidelines:

• Live music is not allowed.
• The organizers reserve the right to require the exhibitor to discontinue any activity, noise, or music that is too loud
• The organizers reserve the right to require the exhibitor to discontinue any activity, noise, or music that is deemed objectionable.
• Exhibitors are reminded that third party copyrights should not be infringed. The organizers have no copyright responsibility in respect of any exhibiting company.
  Proper dispensation must be obtained and any royalties due, paid prior to the use of materials. Should any copyright dispute arise, the organizers will not be liable for any resulting loss or damages, sustained by any exhibitor or third party.

Security

• Please do not leave any bags, boxes, suitcases, or any type of product unattended at any time, whether inside or outside the exhibition area. The organizers and the Messukeskus cannot accept liability for loss of or damage to private property or goods.
• Neither Messukeskus nor the organizers can accept responsibility for the security of the booths and their contents. The Messukeskus as well as the organizers are not liable for any possible loss, theft and/or damage occurred during the rental period of any goods. Exhibitors are fully responsible for the security of their booth and equipment.
• Please consider hiring extra security for your booth if needed. This can be done via the Messukeskus exhibitor online shop.

Personal Transportation Vehicles
Bikes, skates, electric scooter and any personal transport by wheels are not permitted inside the building.

Promotional Activities

• All demonstrations or instructional activities must be confined to the limits of the Exhibition booth.
• Advertising material and signs may not be distributed or displayed outside the exhibitor’s booths.
• Advertising activities must not cause obstructions or disturbances in the gangways or at neighboring booths.
• The Exhibition Manager reserves the right to require the exhibitor to discontinue any activity, noise, or music that is deemed objectionable.
• Exhibitors are allowed to film in their own booth, staff and material, but all equipment and camera crew must stay within the exhibition booth. Filming of other exhibitors and their materials, meeting features or any sessions is expressly forbidden unless permission has been given by the exhibitor or the organizer respectively.
• The photographing of booths is not permitted during the setup/breakdown of the exhibition unless the photographer is hired by the exhibitor to take photographs of his/her own stand and can avoid inclusion of neighboring booths. Photography during the opening times of the exhibition of all aspects of the event is allowed in all instances except in cases where the photographer or photography equipment would cause an obstruction or danger to delegates / staff visiting or working in the exhibition hall.
• All filming must be used solely for educational purposes and the copyright will be owned by ESPGHAN unless agreed otherwise in writing. The company should in writing inform the organisers of their intention to film, describing the subject and the purpose of the activity. Filming and audio-recording will only be allowed once written confirmation is received by the applicant from the organisers.
• “Meet the expert” sessions or press briefings at the stand are not allowed during the official scientific program. Activities for a maximum of 8 participants during coffee breaks are accepted. A request to hold such sessions must be submitted to organizer for approval

Smoking Policy
The Messukeskus operates a NO SMOKING policy in ALL halls.

Special Effects
Special effects lighting, live music, smoke and laser projection may not be used in the booths.
No permission will be given for projection in the aisles or on the walls of the hall.

Waste Removal

• Exhibitors are responsible for the removal of all refuse/waste from the exhibition area. The used space must be returned completely clear of all items and restored to its original state.
• In case that exhibitors wish to leave any kind of waste material during set-up/dismantling, they should order a waste container in advance.
• Any discarded waste, including promotional material, left behind will be removed by the Messukeskus and/or the organizers at the expense of the exhibitor concerned.

The Messukeskus reserves the right to access inside the booth in order to check the compliance with the Messukeskus regulations.

At all times you must consider the staff’s logistics Messukeskus indications.

Participation by exhibitors is dependent upon compliance with all rules, regulations and conditions stated herein.

IMPORTANT:

Click here to read the Safety information and required documents by the venue.

Merkur Expo Logistics GmbH has been nominated as the sole official freight forwarder, customs broker, and handling logistic agent for ESPGHAN  2025.
For safety and time reasons, no other contractor is permitted to bring the lifting platform into the venue and operate it.
Merkur offers the following services:

• Transport, national and international
• Temporary or permanent customs clearances
• Coordination of deliveries, delivery time and slot management
• Unloading, delivery to exhibition-stands, forklifting
• Storage of empty boxes and crates during the event
• On-site assistance and supervision

Delivery & Logistic Services

Deliveries

• The delivery and removal of materials and goods for the exhibition booths is allowed only by Merkur – the official logistic agent.
• Please be advised that neither the organiser nor the Rai can accept deliveries on an exhibitor’s behalf and arrangements must be made for a booth/company representative to be available when deliveries are made.
• Special requests for direct delivery to the venue will only be considered in exceptional circumstances and must be reviewed – case by case – by Merkur (for custom-cleared courier shipments only).
• Deliveries may not be made prior to Monday, 12 May. Any deliveries prior to this date, or off the official working hours, will not be accepted.
• As a courtesy to the delegates and your fellow exhibitors, deliveries or the removal of any equipment to/from booth must be made 30 minutes before or after exhibition opening hours.

Insurance of Goods

All cargo should be insured from point of origin.

Merkur Expo Logistics GmbH

Bernd Blum

Mobile: + 49 (0)6173 96695-11

E-Mail: bernd.blum@merkur-expo.com

For shipping instructions and tariff please click here.

We are committed to sustainability and we encourage all of our exhibitors to do the same. CLICK HERE for some practical tips and tricks that you can implement right away.

Official Contractors:

Electricity\ Cleaning Services\ Rigging\ Security\ Stand fitting \ Graphics and Signage\ Booth construction\ Furniture

Messukeskus  

For Online shop please click here

In-Booth Catering

Messukeskus

messukeskus@noho.fi

Catalogue: Click here

Online form for Orders: Click here

Freight Handling & Customs Clearance Agent

Merkur Expo Logistics GmbH

Bernd Blum

Mobile: + 49 (0)6173 96695-11

E-Mail: bernd.blum@merkur-expo.com

For shipping instructions and tariff please click here.

Merkur is the exclusive handler inside the venue.

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Kenes Group Contacts: 

Conference Secretariat
Kenes Group
Rue François-Versonnex 7
1207 Geneva, Switzerland
Tel:  +41 22 908 0488

Exhibition Manager

Aleksandra Sinapova

Kenes Group

Tel: +41 22 9080488 Ext: 217

Email: asinapova@kenes.com

Sponsorship and Exhibition Sales

Renata Gorinstein

Kenes Group

Tel: +41 22 9080488 Ext.601

Email:rgorinstein@kenes.com

Hotel Accommodation

Alejandra Villafaina

 Kenes Group

Email: avillafaina@kenes.com

https://hotels.kenes.com/congress/ESPGHAN25