WELCOME TO THE 72 ND IIW ANNUAL ASSEMBLY AND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2019 BEING HELD IN BRATISLAVA SLOVAKIA 7 th 12 th July 2019 The 72 nd IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference is a prestigious event where professionals from all over the world share their innovative ideas in the field of welding and related technologies and activities. The Annual Assembly of IIW will enable meetings and knowledge exchange within 26 technical expert commissions. The theme of the International Conference theme will focus on solutions to joining in the automotive industry.
Location and transportation Visa information Bratislava s biggest advantage is its accessibility. The vast majority of key attractions in its compact centre are within walking distance of each other, while an integrated transport system provides access to locations further away. Tickets can be purchased at dispensers situated at tram/ bus stops or from newspaper stands, and are then validated by inserting the ticket in any of the machines inside the tram or bus. Children under 6 years do not have to purchase a ticket and those between 6-15 years can purchase discounted tickets. 15-20 minutes from the centre - take BUS 61 to the airport. (bts. aero) Vienna International Airport is situated 40 km away, in Swechat (VIE), with buses leaving every 30 minutes to 1 hour from Bratislava. Bratislava can be reached by boat directly from the harbour at Schwedenplatz and Handelskai in the centre of Vienna. Slovakia is part of the Schengen Area a territory of 23 countries of the European Union + 2 associated countries of the European Economic Area, which agreed on the abolition of border controls between themselves and on common visa regulations. By applying for a Slovak visa, a foreigner applies for so-called a Schengen visa which allows him/her to travel inside of the Schengen Area without any restrictions. Schengen Visa holders do not need an additional special visa for Slovakia. Bratislava lies at the crossroads of major European highways. The distance to Prague is 330 km, to Budapest 200 km and to Vienna only 65 km. Convenient bus and train connections are available to many European cities and other regions of Slovakia. M. R. Štefaník Bratislava Airport (BTS) is located www.visitbratislava.com www.iiw2019.com Edinburg 2,171 km Moscow 2,104 km Hosted by Conference Secretariat London 1,602 km Brussels 1,182 km Paris 1,266 km Copenhagen 1,394 km Berlin 644 km Prague 324 km Vienna 61 km Ljubljana 414 km Warsaw 631 km Budapest 196 km Kiev 1,288 km INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF WELDING GUARANT International spol. s r. o. Na Pankraci 17 140 21 Prague 4 Czech Republic Phone: +420 284 001 444 E-mail: iiw2019@guarant.cz Website: www.iiw2019.com Madrid 2,261 km Cannes 1,268 km Rome 1,314 km Athens 1,886 km Istambul 1,473 km
GOOD IDEA SLOVAKIA Slovakia is one of the biggest manufacturers of automobiles in Central Europe, owing to four world car manufacturers: Volkswagen Slovakia, Inc., Bratislava, PSA Peugeot Citroën Slovakia Trnava, Kia Motors Slovakia, Žilina and Jaguar Land Rover, which announced the start of production by the end of 2018. Moreover, suppliers of car components are also active in Slovakia and they deliver their products not only to car manufacturers in Slovakia but also to foreign countries. WELCOME TO BRATISLAVA Bratislava is a metropolitan city with a population of almost half a million, the capital of the Slovak Republic since 1993, part of the European Union since 2004 and whose official currency is the euro. Bratislava is the only capital in the world located on the border of three countries - Slovakia, Austria and Hungary, and the closest to another capital Vienna. Bratislava is also an environmentally-friendly city on the Danube with unspoiled natural treasures and protected natural habitats of European significance. IMPORTANT DATES: Abstract submission 15 th January, 2019 Notification of acceptance 29 th March, 2019 Submission of Camera-ready manuscripts 1 st June, 2019 Conference venue All venues satisfy the strict IIW standards of quality regarding guidelines for the planning and organization of an IIW Annual Assembly and International Conference. Crowne Plaza Bratislava Situated in the heart of the city, opposite the Presidential Residence, Crowne Plaza offers a combination of great accommodation and modern conference facilities. It offers 14 function rooms with spacious meeting areas, and state-of-the-art technology. Hotel Tatra In close vicinity to Crowne Plaza is situated Tatra Hotel with a long history and tradition, and with high quality equipment and a number of meeting rooms with various capacities. Austria Trend Hotel Bratislava The last hotel completing the venue of the conference is Austria Trend Hotel Bratislava, which combines the historic atmosphere of its location with modern architecture and equipment. The hotel offers modern technological equipment, a large meeting area and five meeting rooms which can be flexibly combined based on the purpose of the meeting. Places to visit in Bratislava Bratislava castle Originally a royal residence and today the symbol of Bratislava and the home of the Museum of History, its 47-metre-tall crown tower, where the royal coronation jewels were once stored, offers a stunning view of the city. St. Martin s cathedral This 15 th century Gothic cathedral is the former coronation church and its claim to fame can be seen in a gilded replica of a crown on top of the 85-metre-tall cathedral tower, a reminder of when Hungarian kings were crowned here. Old town hall Originally the seat of the municipal government, since 1868 it has been the home of the Bratislava City Museum, Slovakia s oldest museum. A narrow stairway leads to its 45-metre-tall tower, offering a beautiful panoramic view of the Old Town. Devín The ruins of the former castle, rising from a high rock above the confluence of the Danube and Morava Rivers, are a major historical and archaeological site. Moreover, it offers charming natural scenery with incredible views. Slavín The largest military monument in Central Europe, its height of 52 metres also makes it one of the city s dominant features. 6,845 Soviet soldiers who died in the liberation of Bratislava during the Second World War are buried here. UFO observation deck Enjoy an extraordinary view of up to 100 km from the observation deck on this 95-metre-tall bridge pillar. Combined with a truly outstanding culinary experience at the restaurant here, the UFO observation deck is one of the must-see places in Bratislava.
Escape the city Technical visits Mountains Spas Volkswagen Castles Jaslovske Bohunice nuclear power plant Gabcikovo hydroelectric power plant Caves Cultural heritage Slovnaft refinery
IIW 2019 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE SUNDAY 7 th July IIW General Assembly IIW Opening Ceremony Welcome Reception MONDAY 8 th July IAB-A Slovak Evening TUESDAY 9 th July IAB-B Dinner WEDNESDAY 10 th July IAB Board IAB Members Gala Banquet THURSDAY 11 th July IIW International Conference IIW Chairs & TMB IC Reception FRIDAY 12 th July TMB IIW International Conference TMB - Technical Management Board IAB - International Authorisation Board - Board of Directors - Working Units