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MESSAGE FROM THE ORGANISERS Dear Colleagues! On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we are delighted to invite you to attend the International Conference on Bridges in Dubrovnik, Croatia from May 21-24, 2006. The main objective of the Conference is to exchange experiences and present main achievements in the area of Bridge Engineering among the engineers from all around the world. We have received and accepted 150 papers from more then 30 countries which cover different areas of bridge engineering, and they will all be presented and published in full color, fine print Proceedings which will be given to all the participants at the beginning of the Conference. The technical programme will emphasize all aspects of interest to bridge engineers to share their knowledge, provide guidance for future developments, and learn about new and innovative technologies in the field. Eminent experts in the field of the bridge engineering and design have accepted to deliver their Keynote lectures. As well, there will be engineering tours to the sites of unique interest. We are very pleased that within the Conference participants will have the opportunity to attend the special COST 534 Session as well as the 3rd International Customer SOFiSTiK workshop. Our social gathering will feature fine dining and entertainment, where the city of Dubrovnik itself promises memorable and breathtaking experience! Since the Conference is being held from Sunday 21st, why not take the opportunity and explore the city during the weekend, take one of the pre-conference tours, or even sit on the beach of the beautiful hotel Croatia and enjoy the swimming in the crystal clear Mediterranean sea! We look forward to greeting you in Dubrovnik in May 2006.

Prof. dr. Jure Radić Mr.sc. Željko Žderić

President of the Scientific Committee President of the Organising Committee

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COMMITTEES

Scientific Committee Jure Radić (President) (Croatia) Ayaho Miyamoto (Japan) Carmen Andrade (Spain) Marjan Pipenbaher (Slovenia) Dubravka Bjegović (Croatia) Rob B. Polder (The Netherlands) Chen Bao Chun (China) Steen Rostam (Denmark) Petar Đukan (Croatia) France Saje (Slovenia) Bernhard Elsener (Switzerland) Jörg Schleich (Germany) György Farkas (Hungary) Jiřy Stráský (Czech Rep.) Niels J. Gimsing (Denmark) Holger Svensson (Germany) Shoji Ikeda (Japan) Man-Chung Tang (USA) Aarne Jutila (Finland) Michel Virlogeux (France) Johann Kollegger (Austria) Jan Vitek (Czech Rep.) Zvonimir Marić (Croatia) Zlatko Šavor (Croatia)

Organizing Committee Željko Žderić (President) Ana Mandić Jelena Bleiziffer Petar Sesar Gordana Hrelja Irina Stipanović Alex Kindij Damir Tkalčić Anđelko Vlašić Darija Živni (Manager)

TECHNICAL PROGRAMME The Scientific Committee has made an abstract selection and has invited the authors to submit full papers.

The technical programme will include keynote lectures, paper presentation and discussion over the three days.

The Conference Proceedings shall be distributed to the participants at the beginning of the Conference both as a printed volume as well as on CD-ROM, as accepted by the Scientific Committee.

All updates will be available on our website: www.secon.hr

Conference Venue The Conference will be held in the Congress Hall of the Hotel "Croatia" in Cavtat, phone: ++385 20 475 555, 478 055 fax: ++385 20 478 213 e-mail: info@hoteli-croatia.hr

Conference Topics Conference topics include:

1. Bridge Design / Aesthetics, Conceptual and Innovative Design Innovation in bridge design, aesthetics, feasibility and planning.

2. Analysis / Loading and Seismic Design Analysis methods, IT applications, structural safety, seismic design,

reliability, vessel impact. 3. Application of New Advanced Materials

New, smart materials, high-performance concrete, polymer composites, fiber reinforced concrete

4. Construction Methods and Technologies

Improved construction techniques, unexpected events during construction, construction in severe environment.

5. Bridge Management / Monitoring, Diagnostics, Maintenance

and Rehabilitation Inspection, monitoring, diagnosing tools, bridge management

systems, load-carrying capacity assessment, condition assessment.

Keynote Speakers Eminent experts have accepted to deliver Lectures:

• Prof. JURE RADIĆ Head of the Structural Engineering Department at the Faculty of Civil Engineering in Zagreb, President of Croatian Society for Structural Engineering (CSSE).

• MAN-CHUNG TANG

Dr.-Ing., Chairman of the Board, Technical Director of T.Y.Lin International, USA

• Prof. BAO-CHUN CHEN

Professor and Dean, Department of Civil Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, Fujian, PR China

• Prof. ENZO SIVIERO

Professor of Design at Structures Department of Architectural Construction University IUAV of Venice, Italy

CONFERENCE PROGRAMME Sunday, May 21st 16.00 – 19.00 Registration 19.00 – 22.00 Welcome Reception Monday, May 22nd 08.00 – 10.00 Registration 10.00 – 11.00 Opening Session 11.00 – 13.00 Keynote Lectures 13.00 – 14.30 Lunch 14.30 – 16.30 Parallel Sessions 16.30 – 17.00 Refreshments 17.00 – 19.00 Parallel Sessions 20.00 – 22.30 Gala Dinner Tuesday, May 23rd 09.00 – 11.00 Parallel Sessions 11.00 – 11.30 Refreshments 11.30 – 13.00 Parallel Sessions 13.00 – 14.30 Lunch 14.30 – 16.30 Parallel Sessions 16.30 – 17.00 Refreshments 17.00 – 19.00 Parallel Sessions 19.00 – 20.00 Closing Session Wednesday, May 24th SPECIAL PROGRAMME 1: COST 534 Session* SPECIAL PROGRAMME 2: SOFiSTiK Workshop** Technical Visit: Cable stayed bridge Dubrovnik *** * Conference Registration fee includes admission to COST 534 Session. ** The agenda and registration form can be found on www.sofistik.com. *** Listed under Excursions and Visits

Commercial Exhibition

A commercial exhibition will be arranged at the Conference Venue of the Croatia Hotel. This will be an integral feature of the event and will give companies an ideal opportunity to display their products and services.

Companies interested in exhibiting or in some kind of sponsorship participation, are invited to contact the Conference Secretariat, Ms. Darija Živni. (Phone: +385 1 46 393 29, e-mail: secon@grad.hr)

COST 534 Session on Wednesday, 24th of May 2006

Within the Conference, special COST 534 "New Materials and Systems for Prestressed Concrete Structures" Session will be held, covering following topics:

1. New materials for prestressed concrete

2. New systems for prestressed concrete

3. New assessment methods

4. New maintenance and repair methods

5. New service life approach

Founded in 1971, COST is an intergovernmental framework for European Co-operation in the field of Scientific and Technical Research, allowing the co-ordination of nationally funded research on a European level. The COST Materials Action 534 "New Materials and Systems for Prestressed Concrete Structures" has been approved for collaborative research. COST Actions cover basic and pre-competitive research as well as activities of public utility.

The main objective of the Action is to increase the knowledge on the durability of existing and newly built prestressed concrete structures in order to prolong their service life, to minimize repair and monitoring costs and to improve their long-term safety.

COST 534 will present the results and progress obtained so far in the five working groups in a special session within this conference.

SOFiSTiK workshop on Wednesday, 24th of May 2006

With the 3rd International Customer Workshop, SOFiSTiK AG provides the SOFiSTiK users from around the world with a professional learning day for the application of SOFiSTiK Software in Bridge Engineering and other disciplines. SOFiSTiK AG will present tips and tricks around the new software environment. The workshop target is the in-depth learning of SOFiSTiK software for the customers’ everyday use. Some of the Workshop topics: • The new SOFiSTiK Structural Desktop for Bridge Engineering • Solving pre-stressing of Beams and Slabs with SOFiSTiK • Dynamic Analysis of Bridges and other structures, including a Train-

Bridge interaction • Wind Analysis of Bridge Structure and High-Rise Buildings

Key Speakers: Dr. Casimir Katz (Vorstand SOFiSTiK AG) Dr. Juergen Bellmann (Director FE Development SOFiSTiK AG) Dr. Krzysztof Zoltowski (University of Gdanks, Poland) Frank Deinzer (Director GUI Development SOFiSTiK AG) The final agenda and registration form can be found starting January 2006 on www.sofistik.com.

EXCURSIONS AND VISITS

Technical Visit Wednesday, May 24 – Cable stayed Dubrovnik Bridge (Minimum 30 persons) One of the largest single pylon cable stayed bridges in Europe spans the Ombla River northwest of the town of Dubrovnik. The combined length of the bridge is 481.40 m consisting of 3 spans with lengths of 87.35 m, 304.05 m and 90.00 m. The deck, with a width between 12.70 m and 17.85 m, is designed for two-lane traffic. The bridge consists of two inter-linked partial bridges: a 334 m long composite structure with a 143 m high A-shaped concrete pylon on the south side and a 147 m long prestressed concrete bridge with a 52 m high pier on the north-side. Price: 15 EUR

Excursions Excursion 1: Saturday, May 20 - MEĐUGORJE PILGRIMAGE, Whole day (Minimum 30 persons) Take a tour and experience the spirit of Međugorje, the place of pilgrimage. Discover the phenomenon, which has made Međugorje one of the most popular places of pilgrimage throughout the Catholic world, attracting millions of visitors. Since 1981, the Virgin Mary has been relaying Her message of peace to the seers, and this place has been attracting millions of visitors from all over the world. After Mass, those who wish may visit the Apparition Hill where the Virgin Mary first appeared to the children. Included: coach and guide. Passport or equivalent document required (please check if you need a visa for Bosnia & Herzegovina). Price: 40 EUR Excursion 2: Saturday, May 20 - JEEP SAFARI - get to know the countryside in a style of great explorers, Whole day (Minimum 10 persons) Our excursion will take you,in comfortable four wheel drive vehicles, to Konavle, a region of, as jet, unrevealed possibilities for off road adventure, and well known for its natural beauty. You will begin with a climb to Velji Do, from where you will be able to view the entire Dubrovnik, and part of Montenegrian and Italian coast (weather permitting).

You will then pursue the drive through the Valley of Konavle, where you will experience the unforgettable moments, as you drive through swampy regions of the valley, and the river Ljuta.

Then another spectacular climb to St. Elijah brow (Sv.Ilija) at 536 meters (1758 ft.) above the sea level, followed by a descent to the valley. The climb to Vodovadja, a water spring, is sure to get your adrenaline going Here you will be able to refresh with the purest of spring water. Our drive will then continue to the Sapro country estate, where our excursion shall end after a late home made lunch accompanied by wine, brandy and good music. This excursion is not recommended to persons with spine or back injuries. Persons wishing to drive must bring their drivers license. Price: 50 EUR Excursion 3: Sunday, May 21 - THE SPIRIT OF ADRIATIC - Island cruise with lunch and music, whole day (Minimum 50 persons) This cruise offers you the sun, sea and relaxing change of pace from the moment you embark. Sail past the Elaphite Islands before you disembark at a secluded bay where traditional welcome of dried figs and local brandy will be offered. Enjoy lunch of grilled fish, local cheeses and unlimited wine, while being entertained by Dalmatian music. The games will add to the fun-filled afternoon. Light sportswear and swimwear recommended. Included: guide, lunch, wine and transfer Price: 50 EUR Excursion 4: Monday, May 22 - CITY TOUR OF DUBROVNIK, CITY WALLS AND GALLERIES (Minimum 20 persons) After breakfast enjoy a walking tour of the old walled city of Dubrovnik guided in English by local expert guides. The tour starts from the hotel and includes all cities' major landmarks. The participants have the opportunity to walk the streets of historic Dubrovnik, to feel the cities' vibrant life, to see its palaces and monuments, to visit some of its museums (Rector's Palace, the Cathedral and its Treasury, the Dominican and the Franciscan Monasteries with their museums and collections). The Franciscan Monastery was built in the transitional Romanesque-Gothic style and its lofty interior (reputed once to have had ceiling paintings by Titian) was completely reconstructed after the Great Earthquake of 1667.

The Old Pharmacy, located inside the Franciscan monastery, was opened in 1317. It is the third oldest pharmacy in Europe, but the only one still working. The inventories, ceramics, bowls, laboratory equipment and old medical books of the old Pharmacy are kept in the Franciscan Monastery Museum, among other highly valued and priceless objects of Dubrovnik's historic and cultural past.

The Franciscan monastery's library possesses 30,000 volumes, 22 incunabula, 1,500 valuable handwritten documents. The well-labeled exhibits include a 15th century silver-gilt cross and silver thurible, an 18th century crucifix from Jerusalem in mother-of-pearl on olive wood, an martyrology (1541) by Bemardin Gucetić (Gozze) and illuminated Psalters. Among the pictures is one of Ruđer Bošković painted in London in 1760, and a painting showing the town before the earthquake. There will be much more to see in this aristocratic city bound with many tales and legends.

The City Walls of Dubrovnik are among the finest and most complete in Europe. They protected the freedom of Dubrovnik Republic for centuries. They surround the entire Old City with their 1940 meters of length and up to 25 meters of height. The whole City Wall complex was built from the 8th until the 16th century, consisting of an inner and outer section. There are five bastions, 3 circular and 12 square and rectangular towers, two corner towers, and one huge fortress.

The outer section of City Walls consists of a lower wall, having 10 semicircular bastions built by the famous Italian architect Michelozzo. The town is defended by two more separate fortresses, Revelin on the eastern side and Lovrijenac on the southwest side. The moat ran around the outside section of the City Walls.

Today, these unique ramparts are the major landmarks of Dubrovnik. The tour requires a lot of walking including steps and offers a splendid view on the cities' roofs, the sea and the islands. After the tour participants shall visit a gallery and a gift shop with an excellent opportunity to buy a valuable and discounted piece of art or just a small souvenir. Refreshment is offered in the gallery (choice of soft drinks or brandies and appetizers). The best thing to do after the tour is to enjoy the city on your own – to explore by yourself, to enjoy drinks at one of the numerous side cafes, to hunt for souvenirs or to do some shopping. Included: coach, local guides in English, entrance fees to the museums, entrance fees to the city walls. Flat and comfortable shoes and clothes recommended. Duration: between 4 and 4 and half hours.

Price: 50 EUR (incl. entrance fees)

Excursion 5: Tuesday, May 23 – A TALE OF SILK, 9.00 – 16.00 (Minimum 10 persons) After breakfast, embark the coach and depart for Konavle region. Visit the home of a local family that produces silk in the old, traditional way. Silk is one of the oldest textile fibers known to mankind. During the Roman Empire, it was sold for its weight in gold. Here, in Konavle valley, south of Dubrovnik, women keep tradition of small, non-profitable ancient handcraft of silk production. Silk thread is mostly used for embroidery of beautiful national costumes of Konavle region. Take an opportunity to share an experience of producing a silk thread in most traditional manner. Enjoy the hospitality of the village family and rediscover some of the lost values. After bidding goodbye to your hosts, drive to the village of Čilipi where you will lunch at the family estate house. Your lunch menu includes such delicacies like: Dalmatian smoked ham and olive oil-cured cheese; lamb and veal and potatoes baked under an iron bell covered with hot coals, home-made bread, seasonal mixed salad, dessert. After lunch return to your hotel by coach. Included: coach, guide, silk demonstration and instructional tools, refreshment, lunch at family house. Duration: half day.

Price: 40 EUR (incl. lunch)

Post-Conference Tours Tour 1: Thursday, May 25 - PEARLS OF MONTENEGRIAN COAST, Whole day (Minimum 30 persons) There are very few places to be compared with the natural beauties of the Bay of kotor, very often compared with to Norwegian fiords. Numerous small towns, each one full of historical and cultural monuments, come one after another. Continuing along the gulf coast, we shall visit a small town called Perast, and then take a small boat to reach the islet called "Our Lady of Škrpjel". Next one on the list of pearls is Kotor, a town well-known for its nautical tradition and the famous merchant navy of Boka Kotorska. We continue all the way up to St. Stefan. This picturesque little town is connected to the mainland by a bridge and converted into a high-category town-hotel, attracting a lot of tourists for its exclusivity. Our lunch will also be waiting us in this specific ambience. On our way back, we shall stop in Budva, one of the oldest urban centers on the Adriatic Coast. Sportswear and swimwear recommended. Included: Deluxe coach, guides in English, refreshment, lunch and entrance fees. Passport or equivalent document required (please check if you need a visa for Serbia & Montenegro). Price: 70 EUR Tour 2: May 25-27 - DUBROVNIK-STON-KORČULA, 3-days (Minimum 30 persons)

A 3-day coach tour is starting in the morning on Thursday May 25th 2006 from the hotel Croatia in Cavtat. The tour ends on May 27th 2006 at the Croatia hotel.

Day 1: Drive from Cavtat westward, above Dubrovnik, to Arboretum, a Renaissance garden in the village of Trsteno. Tour the garden and then continue to Pelješac peninsula and visit the local winery. After the wine tasting and lunch, proceed to the town of Orebić for a ferry crossing to the island of Korčula. Check in the hotel for dinner and overnight. Day 2: Walking guided tour of the city of Korčula followed by lunch at the local restaurant. In the afternoon, drive though the picturesque vineyards and visit the local winery for a wine tasting. The rest of the day is on your own. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. Day 3: Depart from Korčula and drive back via Pelješac to the town of Ston. After a guided tour of Ston, enjoy a lunch at the local restaurant. Return to Cavtat late in the afternoon.

Included: coach, guide, ferry, accommodation at 3-star hotel, full board from beginning to end, guided tours as described. Duration: three days. Price: 300 EUR

If minimum numbers are not attained, the tour may be cancelled and participants fully refunded. Registrations for these tours - no later than May 1, 2006 For all details regarding registration and payment please check the Registration Form.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Conference Registration Registration Fees

Registration Fee (EUR) Until

January 31, 2006After

January 31, 2006

Author / Participant 400 500

Accompanying Person 150 200

One day fee* (COST 534 Session)

150

* valid only for Wednesday 24th of May

The participant registration fee includes: • Proceedings as a printed volume as well as on CD-ROM • Admission to all Technical Sessions • Conference lunches on Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 May 2006 • Morning and afternoon refreshments • Welcome Reception on Sunday 21 May 2006 • Gala-Dinner on Monday 22 May 2006 (Sponsored by Konstruktor-

Split, Croatia) • Commercial Exhibition • Admission to COST 534 Session

Accompanying Persons All accompanying persons are welcome at the International Conference on Bridges 2006 in Dubrovnik.

The Organizers invite you to attend the Welcome Reception on Sunday, May 21 as well as the Conference Gala-Dinner on Monday, May 22. Accompanying persons may purchase tickets to the Conference lunches.

The accompanying person's fee includes: • Welcome Reception on Sunday May 21, 2006 • Gala-Dinner on Monday 22 May, 2006 (Sponsored by Konstruktor-

Split, Croatia)

Payment In case of bank transfer, a copy of the bank order must accompany the Conference Registration Form. Confirmation of bookings will not be forwarded until receipt of payment. Personal cheques will not be accepted. All payment

must be in EUR or in Kn (according to average exchange rate on the day of payment), by credit card (AMEX, MC, Diners) or by bank transfer to: SECON HDGK, Berislavićeva 6, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia Account no. 2500-978-002580-7 SWIFT Code: PBZGHR2X

Bank Address: Privredna Banka Zagreb, Račkog 6, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Within Croatia: For transfers from Croatia (in Croatian Kn), please use the following account number, without SWIFT code 2340009-1110130896 Reference: Conf. on Bridges, Dubrovnik 2006 Participant's name should be clearly specified!

Cancellations and Refunds Cancellations must be advised in writing to the SECON HDGK d.o.o., Berislavićeva 6, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia. Cancellations received prior to Friday, April 14, 2006 will receive a full refund of registration fees minus administration charge of 50 EUR. After this date, registration fees are non refundable. The refunds will be paid after the Conference.

SOCIAL PROGRAMME

Welcome Reception Sunday, May 21, 2006, 19.00 All delegates and their accompanying persons are invited to the Welcome Reception.

Conference Gala-Dinner Monday, May 22, 2006, 20.00 Tickets are included in registration fee. Delegates and their accompanying persons will have the opportunity to enjoy famous Croatian cuisine and fine wines. Conference Gala-Dinner is sponsored by Konstruktor-Split, Croatia.

Accommodation Information LOCATION – Dubrovnik Riviera, CAVTAT

The city of Cavtat is situated at the very south of the Republic of Croatia; 18 kilometers from the center of Dubrovnik and only 6 kilometers from Dubrovnik International Airport.

It has a population of some 1,500 inhabitants, and is itself part of the Dubrovnik Riviera. The Cavtat area is most attractive because of the Mediterranean vegetation that covers the whole area; another advantage is unpolluted sea and a very attractive mixture of old and new architecture.

In ancient times, Cavtat was a Greek settlement known as Epidaurum, so its cultural life and historical tradition is thereby enriched.

Among the attractions of Cavtat are the Rector's Palace, the Baroque church of St. Nikola, the Franciscan monastery, Bogišić's scientific collection, the Vlaho Bukovac Art Gallery, the Račić Mausoleum, designed by the famous Croatian sculptor Ivan Meštrović, archaeological sites of the pre-Slav period, city walls, the Šipun cave etc. Cavtat also offers a 7 km promenade by pine forests paths only a few meters from the sea. Cavtat is one of the rare places on the Croatian coast that can offer such harmony.

THE HOTEL CROATIA*****

The Hotel Croatia lies in a beautiful position on a peninsula overlooking the Adriatic on one side and the picturesque old City of Cavtat on the other.

The world famous medieval walled City of Dubrovnik can be seen from some hotel terraces. This comfortable five star hotel offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms and facilities for business and meetings but also holidays.

There will be a special discount rate for delegates and their accompanying persons in the Hotel Croatia. To benefit from the special hotel rates, reservations must be made by completing the Hotel Reservation Form.

Hotel rates are per person, per night and include breakfast. Participants are advised to make a hotel room reservation well in advance, as May is already a tourist season in Dubrovnik.

Croatia Hotel 20210 Cavtat, Croatia

Tel: +385/(0)20/478-055 Fax: +385/(0)20/478-213,

e-mail: info@hoteli-croatia.hr

www.hoteli-croatia.hr/index.html

Guaranty hotel booking In order to make your reservation, a guarantee by credit card is needed. In case you are not able to give a credit card guaranty, a deposit equal to one night accommodation is required or else your hotel reservation will not be processed.

TRAVEL INFORMATION Traveling to and from Dubrovnik Dubrovnik has an International Airport Ćilipi (DBV). Both direct international and domestic flights arrive at and depart from this airport using a single terminal complex. Domestic Airline Company Croatia Airlines offers direct flights on routes to and from Dubrovnik from Frankfurt, London, Paris, Rome and Vienna; also transit flights via Zagreb are possible. For all information please contact your travel agent or directly at www.croatiaairlines.com or www.airport-dubrovnik.hr.

Passport and Visa All visitors need a valid passport for entry into Croatia. In case visa is required, please contact local Croatian Embassy or Consulate or check at www.mfa.hr. Your airline or travel agent can advise you regarding the procedure for visa applications.

Time Difference For international passengers, please allow at least a day in which to adjust to the time difference. At the time of the Conference, Croatian time is a Central European Time (GMT+1).

Currency Croatian currency, Kuna (Kn), is decimal. Notes are 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5 Kuna Coins are 5, 2, 1, 0.5, 0.2, 0.1, 0.05, 0.02, 0.01 Kuna 0.01 Kuna is 1 Lipa.

Foreign Exchange Facilities to exchange foreign currency are available at the airport, in the hotel and throughout the city. For a first approximation, exchange rates are (October 2005) 100 EUR are approx. 750 Kn 100 Kn are approx. 13,5 EUR

Electricity The electrical supply is 220 volts and 50 Hz. Connection for appliances is 2-pin plug.

GENERAL INFORMATION Registration Desk The registration desk will be located in the Congress Venue of the Hotel Croatia. We advise you to collect your registration documents as soon as possible after your arrival at the hotel. The registration desk will be open on Sunday, May 21st and during the Conference according to the following schedule.

The registration desk working hours:

Sunday, May 21st, 2006 16.00 – 19.00 08.00 – 11.00

Monday, May 22nd, 2006 16.30 – 18.00

Tuesday, May 23rd, 2006 09.00 – 11.30 Wednesday, May 24th, 2006 09.00 – 11.30

Our staff at the registration desk will be pleased to assist you with all your enquiries.

Name badges Name badges will be given to all the delegates on registration. It is required that all delegates wear their badge at all times including social events. Entry tickets will be provided for all social and optional events.

Letter of Invitation The Conference Secretariat in Zagreb will be pleased to send an official letter of invitation upon request. It is understood that such an invitation is intended to help potential attendees raise travel funds or obtain visa. It is not a commitment on the part of the Organizing Committee to provide any financial support.

Official Language The official language of the Conference is English.

Commercial Exhibition A commercial exhibition will be arranged at the Conference venue. This will be an integral feature of the event and will give Companies an ideal opportunity to display their products and services. Please contact the Conference Secretariat in Zagreb for exhibition enquiries.

Climate The climate along Dubrovnik Region is a typical Mediterranean one, with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers.

Air temperature: average annual 16,4o C (61,5o F) average of coldest period (January) 9o C (48,2o F) average of warmest period (August) 24,9o C (76,8o F)

Sea temperature: average May - September 17,9o - 23,8o C (64,2o - 74,8o F) Air and sea temperature in Dubrovnik region during May is warm enough for swimming.

Disclaimer The programme is correct at the time of printing. The Organizers reserve the right to alter the programme as deemed necessary.

Liability In the event of industrial disruption or other unforeseen circumstances, the Conference Organizers accept no responsibility for loss of monies incurred by delegates. Participants should make their own arrangements with respect to personal insurance.

Secretariat Information SECON HDGK d.o.o. Phone: +385 1 46 393 29 Berislavićeva 6 Fax: +385 1 48 280 52 10000 Zagreb E-mail: secon@grad.hr Croatia Web: www.secon.hr

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