2009 TAPPI 12th European PLACE Conference

Product code: 09EUROPLC
Date: 5/18/2009 to 5/20/2009
Venue: Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal
Location: Budapest,  Hungary
Contact: memberconnection@tappi.org
800.332.8686 (US); 800.446.9431 (Canada); +1.770.446.1400 (worldwide)
Fax: +1.770.209.7206



On-line registration will only accept credit cards. To pay by bank wire transfer, use the registration form and call +1-770-446-1400 for bank details.

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Addressing a Global Packaging Environment that is Constantly Changing

The only bi-annual European event focused on the extrusion coating and laminating industry featuring:

  • Sustainability
  • EU Legislative Updates
  • Food Package Interaction
  • Food Legislation Compliance

Access to Knowledge. Access to Networks.
Topics and Tools to help you Thrive:


  • Maintain your competitive edge in a challenging economy
  • Discover the latest solutions direct from industry experts
  • Identify the best strategies for leveraging new technology
  • Expand your personal network of successful colleagues

The 12th TAPPI European PLACE Conference is an event designed for you and your professional peers in the global flexible packaging industry: Deputy General Managers, Managers, Packaging Engineers and Technical Personnel.

  • Three days of valuable technical sessions
  • Welcome reception and tabletop displays
  • Technical papers on CD-ROM
  • Abstract handouts

Coffee breaks and lunches (Tuesday and Wednesday) are included with your registration. Enjoy a special evening of dinner and wine at the famous Hungarian Horse Show.

To Our Sponsors: "Thank You" "Danke" "Grazie" "Tacka dig"
Sincere thanks from TAPPI to our conference sponsors. These sponsoring organizations have lent their support to the 12th TAPPI European PLACE Conference, and they will be hosting the Monday tabletops. Join us at the reception to learn more about the latest products and services available from these leading companies.

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Use Sponsorship to Leverage Your Leadership
This unique event will give you immediate access to the people you want to influence, and you'll save thousands of dollars by eliminating the need to make multiple on-site visits to their locations.

  • Enhance brand awareness for your products and services
  • Meet directly with your best customers-and best prospects
  • Position your team through introductions and networking

Attendees are global executives with real purchasing power, and you'll be meeting them in a favorable business environment. Contact Ria Van Den Bogaert, +32.2.569.890 for more information, or view the Sponsorship Prospectus.

TAPPI PRESS Discounts for Summit Attendees
Pre-order now, and pick it up when you arrive at the conference. Save on shipping!

Take advantage of this exclusive offer and select your books at the same time you are completing your online registration.

Roll and Web Defect Terminology, Second Edition (0101R318) List: $210; Member: $139; Conference Price: $119
Web101 CD2 (WEB101CD2) List: $440; Member: $295; Conference Price: $250
Film Extrusion Manual, Second Edition (0101R313) List: $205; Member: $137; Conference Price: $116
Extrusion Coating Manual (0102B065) List: $140; Member: $93; Conference Price: $79
2008 PLACE Conference Proceedings CDROM (PLACECD-08) List: $111; Member: $74; Conference Price: $69

Knowledge and Networks for Working Smarter
We have the resources, tools, events and experts you need to succeed. Join TAPPI and accelerate your professional development. TAPPI is your high-performance passport for enhancing every stage of your career.

Hotel Information:
Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal
ERZSÉBET KRT 43-49 H-1073
BUDAPEST HUNGARY
TEL (36-1) 479 4719 FAX (36-1) 479 4727 email: royal@corinthia.hu

Reservations - NEW DISCOUNTED RATES!!

The Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal, a French Renaissance style building from 1896 is located right in the heart of Budapest in District VII. Behind its distinguished façade the old Grand Hotel Royal was transformed into the superb, modern Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal in 2003. This new hotel has become the finest in Budapest and has set a new standard in luxury five-star city centre hotels. With its wealth of Art Nouveau interior design and architectural detailing carefully restored and incorporated, the Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal immediately regained its status as the focal point of elegant hospitality.

Special Room Rates: Super Room Single €165; Super Room double €185; Executive Single €215, Executive Double €235 Deluxe Suite Single/Double €320. Plus applicable tax: 20% VAT; 3% city. Room rates include complimentary breakfast, free in-room wi-fi, and access to the spa.

Make your reservations by 21 April 2009 to take advantage of these rates. Room rates include complimentary breakfast, free in-room wi-fi, and access to the spa.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:
If you find that you have to cancel, your full registration fee will be refunded if TAPPI's Registration Department receives written notification (fax acceptable) at +1.770.446.6947 by 21 April 2009. Please note: There will be a 50% refund for all written cancellations made after 21 April 2009 but no later than 5 business days prior to the start of the conference 13 May 2009. Understandably, after this time, no refunds can be issued. Substitutions, however, will be accepted any time without a penalty.



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