22nd Global Gypsum Conference, Exhibition & Awards
13 - 14 November 2024, Bangkok, Thailand
Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel, 2 Charoen Krung 30, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
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Covid testing
Attendees are required to comply with the Pro Global Media Coronavirus Policy, but note that this now does not include obligatory Covid testing on arrival.
How to get there
The event will take place at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel, 2 Charoen Krung 30, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand. How to get to the Royal Orhcid Sheraton Hotel on public transport. See also 'Getting there' on this page. In addition, a classic boat with traditional Thai accents provides complimentary boat service to the Taksin skytrain (BTS) station and ICONSIAM Shopping mall, a total of a ten-minute journey.
Airport transfer
The conference hotel offers an airport transfer service:
· CAMRY (MAX. 3 PERSONS) THB 1,800 NET/WAY.
· TOYOTA COMMUTER (MAX. 6 PERSONS) THB 2,550 NET/WAY.
· MERCEDES BENZ E-CLASS (MAX. 3 PERSONS) THB 2,500 NET/WAY.
· MERCEDES BENZ S-CLASS (MAX. 3 PERSONS) THB 3,500 NET/WAY.
· MERCEDES BENZ VITO VAN (MAX. 6 PERSONS) THB 3,700 NET/WAY.
If the airport transfer is required, please reach the hotel at email RES172.ROYALORCHID@SHERATON.COM, OR CALL 66-2-2660213 and speak to RESERVATION.
Conference language
The conference language is English.
Conference security
Bangkok is a relatively safe city, but you should exercise normal levels of precautions against street crime (as in any world city) by making sure that your valuables are out of sight (or better still in your hotel room safe). There will be security at the conference and exhibition, and all delegates are required to wear their conference badges to access the event facilities.
Conference fees
The fee includes attendance at the conference and exhibition, conference proceedings volume and presentations, lunches and Welcome and Farewell drinks receptions.
How to register
Please register online via the event website.
Conference programme and timings
The latest version of the conference programme can be found on the conference website. Please check regularly for any updates.
Awards Gala Dinner
The Global Gypsum Awards Gala Dinner will take place on the evening of Wednesday 13 November. Participants will board a luxury dining yacht directly from the conference hotel, and will first enjoy an open-air reception on the boat, cruising along the Chao Phraya River as the sun sets on the vibrant city of Bangkok. Delegates will then be treated to a sit-down three course dinner, with local entertainment, before the Global Gypsum Awards are presented. At the end of the evening, delegates will be able to disembark directly back at the conference hotel, the Royal Orchid Sheraton.
Spouse programme
A spouse tour programme will be organised during the conference, including attendance at the Gala Dinner and Farewell Party. The spouse programme is charged at UK£345 (at cost) - please book during registration.
We will be very pleased to welcome back all our fabulous spouses from around the world, to greet old friends and to make new ones, while having a ball and seeing the world!
The Spouse Tour programme includes attendance at the Global Gypsum Awards Dinner. Please register for the Spouse Tour online, during the conference registration process. Otherwise, please contact amanda.crow@propubs.com.
Please pick up your 'Spouse Tours' badge and programme at the conference registration desk, from 4 - 8pm on Tuesday 12 November.
Tuesday 12 November: 6pm-8pm: Welcome cocktails, Exhibitor Area
Wednesday 13 November: 8.00am departure for Day 1 Tour (return to hotel for lunch)
Wednesday 13 November: 6pm: Global Gypsum Awards Gala Dinner. Dress to impress and get ready to party!
Thursday 14 November: Day 2 Tour - All day (wear comfortable shoes!) includes lunch. Departure at 9am. Return by 5pm.
Thursday 14 November: 6-8pm: Farewell reception, conference hotel
Dietary requirements
Please let us know during registration if you have any special requirements.
Dress code - Conference
Dress code for the conference, the welcome and farewell parties and the gala dinner is smart casual or business attire, or national dress.
Photography and videography
Registration and participation in the event includes your agreement to allow the use of your likeness in photos and video created by the organisers for promotional and other purposes.
Cancellation
Please note that conference fees are not refundable unless the conference is cancelled, in which case fees will be refunded after an administrative deduction of 20%. The organisers will not be liable for any additional expenses - you are strongly advised to take out insurance to cover any consequent losses, or to claim on any existing corporate insurance policy. You are advised to secure your visa before registering for the conference. Substitutions from the same company can be made at no cost up to three working days before the event.
