CIFM/interzum guangzhou 2020 – Event Rescheduled
CIFM/interzum guangzhou 2020 has been rescheduled to July 27-30, 2020
FAQ on Event Announcement (Updated on April 02, 2020)
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General
1. Why have we decided to reschedule the 2020 event to July 27-30, 2020?
Since February 24, the emergency response level of major public health emergencies in Guangdong province has been downgraded from first level to second level. With proper control, the Chinese government is also actively promoting the resumption of work and production.
The safety and well being of all our exhibitors, visitors, and industry partners remain of top priority to us. After a long and careful deliberation with all organizing bodies, taking industry cycles and capacities into account, we have decided to reschedule CIFM/interzum guangzhou to 27–30 July 2020. The exhibition will still be held alongside the China International Furniture Fair (Office Show), also known as CIFF (Office Show). Comprising two segments, the first installation of CIFF, featuring home furniture, will take place about a week earlier from July 18-21.
2. Will it be safe to travel to China in July?
The China government is making the containment of the spread of COVID-19 their top priority and has implemented a slew of measures to control the situation.
Currently, the spread of the epidemic has been basically curbed. At the same time, prevention and control is improving with general production and daily life gradually being restored. On April 02, fewer than 3,000 confirmed coronavirus cases were found in mainland China, and fewer than 1,000 cases were confirmed outside Hubei province. To strictly prevent the spread of the disease imported from abroad, Guangdong province has officially announced the latest prevention and control measures for the classification and treatment of inbound tourists to Guangdong on March 16, with the goal of resumption of work and production in the province and safeguarding the health and safety of the people to the greatest extent.
While the situation is still unpredictable, please be assured that the safety of our participants is our top priority and we will continue to closely monitor the latest developments. In addition, we are working closely with the venue to prepare precautionary measures as recommended by the local governing bodies to ensure that all participants are safe.
3. How do I get the latest updates on the COVID-19 situation in China?
The Chinese Government is taking this very seriously and has an active surveillance and screening system for disease control, thanks to its experience in dealing with medical conditions such as SARS, MERS, avian flu and others. The latest advisories are available and published by the National Health Commission of China.
4. I have more questions. Who can I contact?
For all queries, please write to the following personnel.
For Exhibitors:
Ms. Mandy Wang
Tel: +86 20 8755 2468 ext 11
Email: mandy.wang@koelnmesse.cn
Ms. Alice Feng
Tel: +86 20 8755 2468 ext 10
Email: alice.feng@koelnmesse.cn
For Media:
Ms. Monique Fan
Tel: +86 20 8755 2468 ext 16
Email: monique.fan@koelnmesse.cn
For Visitor:
Ms. Amber Yang
Tel: +86 20 8755 2468 ext 16
Email: amber.yang@koelnmesse.cn
Exhibitor
1. Are we expecting any changes to the existing contractual agreement?
The signed agreement will remain in effect, as we are simply rescheduling the event. If you do not indicate that you are no longer interested in participating in the event, based on the new date, all the arrangements will remain in place.
2. I am registered as an exhibitor. Will I be reimbursed if I choose to drop out of the event at any time?
We remain hopeful that the current situation would stabilize soon and encourage all exhibitors to extend your support and continued participation at CIFM/interzum guangzhou 2020. Our representatives are in contact with all exhibitors to discuss your participation at the rescheduled dates, accordance to the relevant terms and conditions outlined in the legal binding contract. We will work closely with you to provide a strong support network, following the rescheduling of the event. Should you require urgent assistance, please email us at mandy.wang@koelnmesse.cn
3. I have made travel arrangement prior to the event. Will I get reimbursed for my travel / accommodation or any other expenses incurred since CIFM/interzum guangzhou is rescheduled?
We advise you to contact your travel or booking agent and hotel provider immediately for information and advice corresponding to their specific cancellation and amendment policies. As travel and accommodation are not booked through the Organisers nor event, we are unable to facilitate any refund for your accommodation. For peace of mind, we recommend you take out travel insurance if you have not already done so.
If you need our official announcement as supported document for cancellation and amendment, please click here: Announcement on Postponement of CIFM/interzum guangzhou 2020.
Visitor
1. I have pre-registered my visit to CIFM/interzum guangzhou. Do I have to register again now that the event is rescheduled?
Your registration will remain valid and we will send you a new pre-registration confirmation with new show dates.
2. I have applied for business invitation on my visit to CIFM/interzum guangzhou. Do I have to apply for business invitation again now that the event is rescheduled?
Your invitation application will remain valid and we will send you a new business invitation by e-mail with new show dates in due course. If you need to revise your information, please contact us at: amber.yang@koelnmesse.cn
3. I have made travel arrangement prior to the event. Will I get reimbursed for my travel / accommodation or any other expenses incurred since CIFM/interzum guangzhou is rescheduled?
We advise you to contact your travel or booking agent and hotel provider immediately for information and advice corresponding to their specific cancellation and amendment policies. As travel and accommodation are not booked through the Organisers nor event, we are unable to facilitate any refund for your accommodation. For peace of mind, we recommend you take out travel insurance if you have not already done so.
If you need our official announcement as supported document for cancellation and amendment, please click here: Announcement on Postponement of CIFM/interzum guangzhou 2020.
