Tel: 073 201 8699 Email: iomsa@mweb.co.za wknottcraig@vodamail.co.za Website: www.iom3.co.za The IOM3 Southern Africa Is pleased to announce The Twenty Second National Rubber Conference To be held at the CATHEDRAL PEAK HOTEL THE DRAKENSBURG KWAZULU NATAL, SOUTH AFRICA Thursday 18 June to Sunday 21 June 2015 CALL FOR DELEGATES IOM3 Patron Members (National): Anchor Chemicals (Pty) Ltd; Bridgestone SA (Pty) Ltd; Carst & Walker (Pty) Ltd; Dunlop Mixing & Technical Services (Pty) Ltd; Evonik Africa Pty Ltd; Fenner SA (Pty) Ltd; Flexilube Pty Ltd; Frontier Industries cc; Goodyear SA (Pty) Ltd; H & R SA (Pty) Ltd; H&M Rollers; Hannover Engineering (Pty) Ltd; Karbochem (Pty) Ltd; MonTech Rubber Testing Solutions; National Rubber-Matmin (Pty) Ltd; Orion Engineered Carbons (Pty) Ltd; Protea Polymers A Member of the Omnia Group; Rubber Products & Mouldings (Pty) Ltd; SRF Industex Belting (Pty) Ltd; Tega Industries South Africa (Pty) Ltd; Transvaal Rubber Company (Pty) Ltd; Veyance Technologies Africa (Pty) Ltd; West African Group, a division of West African International (Pty) Ltd
CONFERENCE VENUE The Cathedral Peak Hotel can be found nestled between the mountains in the World Heritage Site of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park. It is equidistant from both the O.R. Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) and the King Shaka International Airport (Durban) i.e. approximately 3½ hours by vehicle. Wake up to the smell of the crisp mountain air and views that will take your breath away. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee on your balcony while listening to the awakening birds and feeling the stress leave your body. This family owned hotel opened its doors in 1939 and is still owned by the same family, so expect fantastic service as well as a warm, family vibe. Please take note: We would highly recommend that you do not travel the last 21km of the route after dark as it has no lighting, is full of twists and bends on steep mountain sides and has no side railings. For more information on the hotel visit http://www.cathedralpeak.co.za/ CONFERENCE REGISTRATION The rates for delegates include: Accommodation; dinner; breakfast; lunch; conference teas; conference; social events; limited beverages The rates for Accompanying Persons (i.e. non-delegates) include: Accommodation; dinner; breakfast; lunch; social events; limited beverages The rates exclude Additional beverages / refreshments; activities offered by the hotel or surrounds; laundry; telephone; etc. Delegate (Single Rate) Thursday to Sunday R6 220-00 Friday to Sunday R4 500-00 Delegate (Sharing Rate) Thursday to Sunday R5 000-00 Friday to Sunday R3 500-00 Accompanying Persons Thursday to Sunday R4 690-00 Friday to Sunday R3 260-00 Please note that the hotel has a policy of a minimum of 2-nights over weekends, i.e. Friday and Saturday night. Unfortunately we cannot accept registrations for one night only. Kindly complete the registration form and return it to the Conference Secretariat. Deadline for bookings and payments is Wednesday 13 May 2015 We encourage you to book soon as accommodation is limited
ORDER OF EVENTS Thursday 18 June 2015 Delegates arrive and enjoy a hearty dinner in the main dining room. Please note that due to the travelling distance and the fact that we do not recommend that you travel after dark on the last 21km of the road, we would suggest that you arrive on Thursday afternoon. Please contact Wendy Knott-Craig for contact details of accommodation establishments in Winterton as well as directly next door to Cathedral Peak should you require more economic accommodation for Thursday night. Please note that meals and refreshments at these establishments will be for your own account. Friday 19 June 2015 Balance of Delegates arrive 10:00 Conference commences Join us for a fun evening in the Dining Room Saturday 20 June 2015 Conference continues and is followed by the Gala Dinner that evening Sunday 21 June 2015 Delegates can sleep in and enjoy a leisurely breakfast before departure. Why not spend some time in the area before heading? ACCOMMODATION Accommodation is offered on a single or sharing basis. All rooms include limited DSTV, tea/coffee making facilities, heaters and en-suite bathrooms. There are 14 Inter-leading rooms which offer 2 bedrooms in a unit with one bathroom. If you would like to share a unit with a colleague or friend, please inform Wendy Knott-Craig. Please note that single accommodation is limited and will be given to the first who register and pay. Once the hotel starts to fill up we will be required to put some delegates in twin rooms. Contact Wendy Knott-Craig for details of more economical accommodation for the Thursday evening. DRESS CODE In keeping with the relaxed atmosphere of the mountains, the dress code for the conference will be smart casual, i.e. work attire The dress code for the social functions: - Thursday Dinner: Smart Casual (no short pants nor open shoes) - Friday Dinner : Smart Casual (no short pants nor open shoes) - Saturday Gala Dinner : Formal (Black Tie) Please remember that it is the middle of winter in the mountains, so please pack warm, comfortable clothes as it will get cold. We would also recommend comfortable shoes as access to some rooms are via stairs.
LANGUAGE OF THE CONFERENCE The official language of the conference is English and therefore all lectures will be given in English WIFI Wifi is available throughout the hotel, including the bedrooms. Please note that during bad weather the signal can drop ACCOMPANYING PERSON PROGRAMME Please do invite your spouse to join you at the conference. He/she is welcome to join the delegates for all meals, including lunch in the dining room. We are arranging an interactive morning with the ladies from the local village more information to follow. Please see the list below with activities in the area ACTIVITIES IN THE AREA Golf The immaculate 9-hole golf course, with spectacular views, is approximately 1km from the hotel. Spend Sunday morning enjoying a quick 9-holes before heading home Mountain Walks and Hikes The hotel offers many interesting walks and hikes ranging from an easy 45 minutes to a strenuous 10-hour walk to the top of the Cathedral Peak and back. Bushman Rock Art The history of the San People is well-preserved in the Bushman paintings found on the property next to Cathedral Peak. Take a guided walk to enjoy this artwork. Sporting Activities Include a 10m climbing tower, swimming pools, tennis, squash, horse and pony rides, trout fishing, bird watching, bowls, jogging circuit, mountain bike trails, quad bike rides, helicopter flips, volleyball, fully equipped gym and steam bath, outdoor chess Relaxation Make use of the onsite Spa to ensure total relaxation. Bookings are to be made directly with the Spa and will be for your own account.
GETTING THERE
CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT Conference Secretariat: Wendy Knott Craig The PR Junction Email: wknottcraig@vodamail.co.za Mobile +27 (0)73 201 8699 Landline: +27 (0)41 360 4415 Conference Chairman: Crighton du Preez Email: S crighton@anchorchemicals.co.za Mobile: +27 (0)83 628 9528 Landline: +27 (0)33 390 8050 We look forward to welcoming you at the 2015 Conference