Bioprocessing Summit Europe Will Be A Virtual Event For 2020
Like many of you, we have been closely following updates and evolving guidances from local, national and global agencies for COVID-19. There is still much uncertainty around the coronavirus, and how long our communities may be impacted by the pandemic,
but it seems certain that decisions about how we work, travel and gather together will continue to be influenced for weeks and months still to come.
We have made the decision not to move forward with an in-person meeting for Bioprocessing Summit Europe this year. Instead, we are hard at work transitioning to a virtual event featuring online sessions, networking, exhibits and posters,
running on the original dates 21 – 23 July 2020.
While we had hoped to see all of you in Barcelona, we feel this is the best solution to be able to offer this event. We are excited about a virtual Bioprocessing Summit, and will update our website and FAQ with more information soon.
RESCHEDULING FAQ
Q: Is the virtual meeting replacing the in-person meeting?
A: Yes, the virtual meeting replaces the in-person meeting of Bioprocessing Summit Europe in 2020. We hope to see you in 2021, when it is safe for us to come together again.
Q: When will the virtual sessions take place?
A: A: Sessions will run in “real time” from approximately 8:00 – 17:00 CET (GMT+2) on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 21 – 23 July 2020.
Q: Will sessions be available after the virtual meeting?
A: Yes, select sessions will be available to view on demand after the virtual meeting has ended. We do our best to share as many presentations as we are able to, but due to
unpublished/proprietary content and company policy, some speaker presentations may only be available as live presentations.
REGISTRATION
Q: I am currently registered for the Bioprocessing Summit Europe and plan to attend the virtual meeting. What do I need to do?
A:A: No action is required. Your registration has been automatically transferred to the in-person Bioprocessing Summit Europe 2021 event and you’ve also been registered for this year’s
Bioprocessing Summit Europe Virtual for no additional fee.
Q: I am currently registered for Bioprocessing Summit Europe and do NOT plan to attend the virtual meeting and do NOT want my registration fee transferred to the 2021 event. What do I need to do?
A: You may receive a voucher towards a future event, valid two years and transferable to a colleague or transfer your registration to another event by sending an email to reg@healthtech.com. We try to process all requests
within 30 days, but because of an increase in the number of inquiries, processing may take longer than normal.
Q: I had cancelled my registration for the meeting, but I am now able to attend for the virtual event. Can I reinstate my registration?
A: Yes. You can send a request to reg@healthtech.com to have your registration reinstated at the original rate. Reinstatement requests can be made any time prior to the start of the event.
Q: I had cancelled my registration for the meeting and am unable to determine whether I can attend the rescheduled meeting at this time. Can I register at a later date?
A: Yes. You can register here at any time or contact our Registration team at reg@healthtech.com, (+1) 781-972-5400 or Toll free in the US (+1) 888 999 6288.
HOTEL & TRAVEL
Q: I have a hotel reservation for the in-person conference, which will now be held as a virtual conference. Do I need to cancel my hotel room?
A: Your room will need to be cancelled. Please contact the hotel reservation department reservations@crowneplazabarcelona.com to cancel your current reservation. The hotel will process this cancellation as efficiently as possible, however with the number of requests it may take a few days.
Registrants who booked accommodations through other sources or directly with the hotel not under the group block must cancel their own reservations.
Q: I have a reservation for air travel to the conference. Do I need to cancel my flight now that this event will be held as a virtual conference?
A: You should contact your booking agent or carrier directly and follow their guidelines regarding the changing or cancellation of flights. Many airlines are waiving change fees.
Q: I am an invited speaker and I have a reservation for air travel. Do I need to cancel my flight now that this event will be held as a virtual conference?
A: You should contact your booking agent or carrier directly and follow their guidelines regarding the changing or cancellation of flights. Many airlines are waiving change fees.
PRESENTERS
Presentation Status. Our conference team is actively reaching out to invited speakers to confirm their ability to participate in the virtual meeting.
Q: I was scheduled to present at the in-person Bioprocessing Summit Europe, but I had to cancel my presentation. If I am able to attend the virtual meeting on 21-23 July 2020, can I be included in the program?
A: Yes. Our conference team is actively reaching out to cancelled speakers to alert them to the date change, and assess their availability to join the virtual program.
Q: I was not able to present at the in-person Bioprocessing Summit Europe, but would be interested in participating in the rescheduled meeting 21-23 July 2020. What do I need to do?
A: We are hoping to maintain as much of the original programming as possible. If we do need additional proposals, we will reopen a call for papers on our event website, and welcome you to submit for consideration at that time.
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
You should have received a letter from your Account Manager with additional details, please reach out if you have not received.