Conferences
In the period since the 11th European Lead Battery Conference in Warsaw in 2008, which was attended by more than 500 delegates, the global economy has been in turmoil, resulting in many new challenges and opportunities for all sectors of industry – not least for transport and power generation and hence for batteries.
High fuel prices and growing demand from emerging economies are stimulating efforts to improve energy efficiency. At the same time scientific and political pressures demand that significant reductions are needed in greenhouse gas emissions. Vehicle manufacturers are responding with new designs that require batteries with operating characteristics markedly different from present day duties. Electricity generators are looking increasingly to renewable energy sources with an accompanying need for improved energy storage. Expanding telecom and motive power markets also impose challenging demands on batteries.
The European Lead Battery Conferences have established a reputation as a premier forum for the discussion and exchange of technical information within the lead-acid battery industry. 12ELBC will present an ideal opportunity for those in industry, academia and research to come together to gain an increased insight into the new and evolving developments which are providing the basis for the increasing commercial success of the industry, as it seeks to play its part in confronting the global challenges.
The Conference
On-site registration for 12ELBC will begin at 11.00 on Tuesday 21 September. The Conference will start with a reception on the evening of Tuesday 21 September, with the first Conference session commencing at 08.45 the next day. The Conference will end at 14.30 on Friday 24 September.
The working language will be English. Due to the large number of high-quality papers to be presented, some sessions will be held in parallel.
After the Conference each delegate will be sent a CD of all papers presented at 12ELBC. The edited texts of selected technical and research papers given at 12ELBC and accepted by the Journal of Power Sources will be included in an issue of the Journal reporting on the Conference.
Further details of 12ELBC can be found in the Technical Programme or by downloading the brochure.
Special Visit (This is now fully booked)
On Tuesday 21 September a special visit will take place to TUBITAK, The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey, Marmara Research Centre Energy Institute, located approx 20 km from the Conference Hotel. The visit will include presentations about the work of the Institute, and a tour of the Strategic Business Unit which focuses on power electronics and control techniques, notably for electric vehicles and batteries. Delegates who would like to take part in this visit should complete the necessary details in the registration form. The visit fee includes coach transfer and an English speaking hostess. The coach will depart at 13.30. As numbers are limited, allocation of space will be in the order applications are made and payment received.
Exhibition
During 12ELBC, there will be an exhibition for suppliers to the industry of equipment, technology, materials and components. More than 80 exhibitors are expected to participate. There are further details about the exhibition and to reserve space, please see the contact details or download the booking form.
Poster Session
A special area will be available for exhibiting technical posters. Interested delegates may exhibit one poster up to 0.9m wide by 1.5m high. This must be related to technological developments. Those interested should contact the Conference Secretariat before 30 July. As the number of poster positions is limited, early application is advised. Delegates exhibiting posters are entitled to a discount of €100 refundable at the conference. This discount is only applicable to the principal author of the poster.
International Lead Award
During the Conference, the lead industry will present its prestigious award in recognition of achievements and contributions made by the recipient to the lead and battery industries.
Social Events
Tuesday 21 September
All delegates and registered accompanying persons are cordially invited to a cocktail reception, to be held at the Grand Cevahir Hotel at 18.30.
Thursday 23 September
Delegates and registered accompanying persons are invited to the Conference Gala Dinner to be held at 19.30 at the Ciragan Palace, once home to Sultan Abdül Aziz, but now a luxury hotel overlooking the Bosphorus and a short coach drive from the Conference Hotel.
Sightseeing and Tours
Turkey has much to offer visitors: breathtaking natural beauty, unique historical and archaeological sites, and a tradition of hospitality and competitive prices. It is not surprising therefore that it has recently become one of the world's most popular tourism destinations. Situated where Europe meets Asia it is an enchanting blend of Eastern and Western culture, a vibrant, modern city, with a unique identity.
Istanbul is one of the European Capitals of Culture for 2010. Its many Ottoman mosques and Byzantine churches and its spectacular location overlooking the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus are without parallel. Amongst its attractions is the Topkapi Palace, heart of the Ottoman Empire for nearly four centuries and overlooking the Bosphorus and the Sea of Marmara. Another is Aya Sofia from the Byzantine empire, originally a church, later a mosque and now a museum, but for nearly 1,000 years it was the largest enclosed space in the world.
Sightseeing tours will be available and can be booked either through the conference hotels or via the Conference Registration Desk.
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