About the Event The International Association of Public Transport (UITP) is the global work body that connects insights and network among public transport stakeholders. Our Metro Division organizes an annual Assembly for the discussion of latest development in metro railway sector, and our Asia Pacific Division organizes the annual Assembly for the regional members, to exchange insights which are of importance to the development of sustainable mobility. In 2014, the 14 th UITP AP Assembly will be held in conjunction with the 91 st UITP Metro Assembly, in Hong Kong, China. The events are hosted by MTR Corporation, Hong Kong, China. To address the growing concern of sustainable mobility in Hong Kong, the 14 th UITP Asia Pacific Assembly will discuss issues around the theme of Grow with Sustainable Mobility. The event targets to reach over 200 public transport experts and practitioners in the AP region and worldwide. Venue and Organizing Team A dedicated team under MTR is formed to lead the organization of the events, with the assistance of the UITP secretariat offices in Brussels and Hong Kong. The scientific programme will be decided by the Metro Committee and Asia Pacific Executive Committee respectively. The venue of the event will be Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers. Dates, and Event Broad Schedule (Tentative) Date Time Programme Remarks Monday 20 October Tuesday 21 October Wednesday 22 October Thursday 23 October 09:00 17:00 UITP Metro Committee Meeting 08:00 16:00 UITP Asia Pacific Urban Railway Platform Meeting By invitation only 16:00 17:30 UITP Asia Pacific Committee Meeting 09:00 17:00 14 th UITP Asia Pacific Assembly UITP members only, Evening Official Dinner or at discretion of local host 09:00 17:00 91 st UITP Metro Assembly UITP members only, Evening Reception or at discretion of local host 09:00 18:00 Technical Visit and Study Tour, UITP members only, Hong Kong and Shenzhen Or at discretion of local host UITP Asia Pacific Page 1 of 6 7/23/2014
14 th UITP Asia Pacific Assembly, Tuesday 21 October Programme (draft) Time Programme Sessions 09:00 09:50 Opening Ceremony and Keynote Session 09:50 10:30 Session 1: The Future of Urban Mobility 2.0 10:30 11:00 Coffee Break 11:00 12:30 Session 2: Working Together for Sustainable Mobility 12:30 14:00 Lunch 14:00 15:30 Session 3: Efforts in Climate Leadership Asia and Worldwide 15:30 16:00 Coffee Break 16:00 17:15 Session 4: Urban Rail Innovation Best Practices 17:15 17:30 Closing Ceremony 19:00 21:00 Official Dinner 91 st Metro Assembly, Wednesday 22 October Programme (draft) Time Programme Sessions 09:00 09:30 Opening and Keynote: Urban Rail Development in Hong Kong 09:30 10:30 Session 1: World Metro Developments Innovation & Growth (Part I) 10:30 11:00 Coffee Break 11:00 13:00 Session 2: UITP Metro Division Advancing the World s Metros 13:00 14:15 Lunch 14:15 15:15 Session 3: Asian Metros in Focus Models for Sustainable Growth (I) 15:15 15:45 Coffee Break 15:45 17:00 Session 4: Asian Metros in Focus Models for Sustainable Growth (II) 17:00 17:30 UITP News & Closing Ceremony 18:00 19:00 Reception at Sheraton Hotel UITP Asia Pacific Page 2 of 6 7/23/2014
Partnership Opportunities The event provides a prominent platform for members and partners to connect their brands and products to many stakeholders in the Asia Pacific region. A description of the opportunities are listed below. 1. Lunches Number of opportunities: Two (2) HKD 150,000 each (for UITP members only) HKD 250,000 each (for non members) These lunches are key social events which allow participants to engage in light hearted business exchange opportunities. The occasion provides excellent branding opportunities. Free style standing buffet lunch will be served. Logo acknowledgement on the last Transition Slide before lunch session; Logo acknowledgement at the buffet serving corner; Logo acknowledgement on table tops and decorations; Distribution of gifts, brochures or other corporate materials during the lunch time; A one page A4 insert in the Delegate Folder (to be provided by sponsor); Two (2) free registrations to the event. Provision of table tent card is the responsibility of sponsor. The design and size are subject to the final approval by UITP and local host. UITP Asia Pacific Page 3 of 6 7/23/2014
2. Coffee Breaks Number of opportunities: Four (4) HKD 50,000 each (for UITP members only) HKD 80,000 each (for non members) Logo acknowledgement on the last Transition Slide before coffee break ; Logo acknowledgement at the coffee breaks serving corners; Logo acknowledgement on table tops and decorations; Distribution of gifts, brochures or other corporate materials during the coffee breaks time; A one page A4 insert in the Delegate Folder (to be provided by sponsor). Provision of table tent card is the responsibility of sponsor. The design and size are subject to the final approval by UITP and local host. 3. Simultaneous Interpretation Number of opportunities: One (1) HKD 150,000 (for UITP members only) HKD 240,000 (for non members) To reach out to the non English speaking audience, this opportunity of sponsoring the simultaneous interpretation service in English and Cantonese (or the choice of Putonghua) is the best means. Logo acknowledgement on Transition Slide, at the beginning of all sessions; A one page A4 insert in the Delegate Folder (to be provided by sponsor); Two (2) free registrations to the event. UITP Asia Pacific Page 4 of 6 7/23/2014
4. Audio Visual Equipment Number of opportunities: One (1) HKD 80,000 (for UITP members only) HKD 130,000 (for non members) First class audio visual equipment and smooth running of technical arrangements are vital for a world class event. This sponsorship opportunity provides around the clock visibility to your brands and companies. Logo acknowledgement on Transition Slide, at the beginning of all sessions; A one page A4 insert in the Delegate Folder (to be provided by sponsor); Two (2) free registrations to the event. 5. Delegates Gifts Number of opportunities: Various HKD 50,000 each (for UITP members only) HKD 80,000 each (for non members) A customized gift will be given to delegates, which is enduring and memorable. This is an excellent occasion for branding on spot at the event and even afterwards. Insert in the Delegate Folder (to be provided by sponsor); Logo acknowledgement on the Programme Sheet, distributed on site; Provision of Gift is the responsibility of sponsor; The acceptance of Gift items are subject to the final approval by UITP and local host; 250 pcs of the Gift must be delivered to the event venue on or before Thursday, 9 October 2014. Otherwise, no insertion in the Delegate Folder will be arranged. UITP Asia Pacific Page 5 of 6 7/23/2014
6. Pens and Notepads Number of opportunities: Various HKD 50,000 each (for UITP members only) HKD 80,000 each (for non members) Pens and notepads will be inserted into the Delegate Folder and distributed to all delegates. These items have enduring impact and can travel very far in terms of brand visibility! Insert in the Delegate Folder (to be provided by sponsor); Provision of Pen and Notepad is the responsibility of sponsor; The acceptance of Pen and Notepad items are subject to the final approval by UITP and local host; 250 pcs of the Pen and Notepad items must be delivered to the event venue on or before Thursday, 9 October 2014. Otherwise, no insertion in the Delegate Folder will be arranged. UITP Asia Pacific Page 6 of 6 7/23/2014