12 - 16 September 2011 - China World Hotel Beijing

BeijingIPLOCA45th Annual IPLOCA Convention

REGISTRATION BROCHURE

Contents

Beijing 3

The China World Hotel Beijing 4

Registration Information 7

Cancellation Terms & Conditions 8

Visa & Entry Requirements 9

General Information 9

Convention Programme 11

Tours, Social Functions & Dress Code 12

Sports Tournaments 17

Lottery 17

Sponsorship 18

Welcome to China and IPLOCA’s 45th Annual ConventionThe IPLOCA Convention is a unique opportunity for Regular Members, Associate Members and guests of IPLOCA to gather together in a relaxed setting for five days of technical presentations, business meetings, social events and tours.

Owners of and suppliers to pipeline construction companies will attend the Open General Meetings on Thursday and Friday, with topics focusing on the business perspectives of onshore and offshore pipelines, training, new technologies, safety and the environment. More information about the specific presentations to be offered will be posted on our website as soon as the final details are in place.

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This year’s tour programme will include trips to some of Beijing’s most popular destinations, along with an opportunity to participate in pre- or post-convention tours. Come and experience the sights and sounds of Beijing up close, with opportunities to visit the unforgettable Great Wall, the Forbidden City and many exciting locations for special social events throughout the week. Full tour details are on page 13.

Message from the PresidentThis year’s Convention will find us, for the first time in IPLOCA’s history, in China. We are delighted to be able to meet our members and guests in the amazing city of Beijing and to share opportunities to visit some incredible sights in Beijing and beyond. We look forward to an excellent week of technical discussions, networking and tours and we will also be offering a pre- and post-convention tour programme to visit Xi’an and its renowned Terracotta Warriors. These statues represent only a small portion of

the 8,000 strong underground army buried in front of the Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb (221-207 BC) to defend him in the afterlife.

In addition to the technical presentations and discussions there will be many opportunities to meet with colleagues and peers from all around the world. Please note that immediately following the IPLOCA Convention, from 17-19 September, China Petroleum Pipeline Bureau, a Regular Member of IPLOCA, will host the 7th International Pipeline Exhibition 2011 at the Beijing Exhibition Center. In 2010, more than 220 exhibitors and nearly 20,000 visitors attended this exhibition. Please take these dates into careful consideration when making your travel plans.

Online registration for the IPLOCA Convention will open on 2nd May 2011 and we encourage you to plan early and apply for tourist visas well in advance to ensure that you are not disappointed.

I look forward to seeing you in China!

Sincerely,

Karl Trauner PresidentIPLOCA

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BeijingFormerly called Peking, Beiping, Dadu, Jingcheng, Yanjing and Khanbalik in different periods of Chinese history, Beijing is the capital city of the People’s Republic of China. It is also the nation’s political and cultural hub. Additionally, it is the focal point for the country’s transportation, scientific and technological development, education and communication. Its present-day population is over 11 million, making it the second largest city in China.

Beijing is universally acknowledged for its rich history and cultural development. It has been the capital city of many dynasties in Chinese history. The city’s grid pattern and original walls were first laid down in the 13th century when it was called Khanbalik, the capital city of the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368). It was rebuilt and named Beijing by the Han Chinese rulers of the subsequent Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It also served as capital city of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).

Beijing has a wealth of historical sites and enchanting natural scenery, making it a compelling tourist destination. It offers a staggering array of attractions including the resplendent Forbidden City; the majestic Tiananmen Square (the world’s largest public square) and the grand meandering Great Wall.

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China World HotelA short distance from the Forbidden City and only 45 minutes from Beijing Capital International Airport, the 716-room China World Hotel is an excellent example of contemporary class, luxury and style in Beijing. Guests will experience the legendary Shangri-La hospitality and benefit from a host of leisure and health facilities.

The China World Hotel houses some of Beijing’s finest restaurants. Enjoy the chic atmosphere and fresh seafood at the ‘Aria’ restaurant. Classic Cantonese and Huaiyang cuisine is available at the ‘Summer Palace’ restaurant and the bustling open kitchen at ‘Scene a Café’ serves a superb international meal. With live classical music every evening, the Lobby Lounge is an ideal venue for business meetings, a cup of tea or an elegant evening cocktail.

The Fitness Centre features a heated indoor swimming pool and a state-of-the-art gymnasium equipped with spacious exercise studios and the latest cardio-fitness machines. The squash and indoor tennis courts are some of the finest in Beijing, as are the steam rooms and jacuzzis. Guests may indulge in a traditional Chinese massage or try out the city’s only Oxygen Room.

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No.1, Jianguomenwai AvenueBeijing 100004China

Tel: +86 10 6505 2266Fax: +86 10 6505 0828Email: cwh@shangri-la.comWebsite: www.shangri-la.com

Room Descriptions & RatesRates are in Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY) and are per room, per night, based on single or double occupancy.

• A full buffet breakfast per person per day is included in the room rate

• Room rates do not include the 15% service charge

Additional Room OccupantsRates quoted include up to two guests. The third person/roll-away bed charge is an additional CNY 300 (approx. EUR 32) per person, per night including breakfast but not the 15% service charge. Maximum occupancy is three adults per room.

Smoking PolicyFloors 4 and 10 are smoking floors. Guests are allowed to smoke in their room if it is a designated smoking room, and smoking is allowed in all outside areas.

Smoking is not allowed in non-smoking rooms, function rooms, restaurants nor in any public area in the hotel.

Check-In / Check-Out TimesHotel check-in time is 14.00. Every effort will be made by the hotel to accommodate guests arriving before the check-in time; however, rooms may not be immediately available.

Hotel check-out time is 12.00. Requests to retain rooms beyond this time should be directed to the Front Desk upon your arrival. Should it be possible to retain the room beyond the check-out time, a late departure charge may be applicable.

In order to secure a very early check-in or a very late check-out it is advisable to book the room the night before or the night following.

Early Departure FeesPlease note: IPLOCA Convention attendees leaving prior to their confirmed departure date may be charged an Early Departure Fee by the China World Hotel equivalent to the room rate for each cancelled night.

Single Occupancy Double Occupancy

Superior/Deluxe Room CNY 1500 (approx. EUR 161) CNY 1700 (approx. EUR 183)

Horizon Club Deluxe Room CNY 1900 (approx. EUR 204) CNY 2100 (approx. EUR 226)

Premier Room CNY 2300 (approx. EUR 247) CNY 2500 (approx. EUR 269)

Executive Suite CNY 2700 (approx. EUR 290) CNY 2700 (approx. EUR 290)

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Hotel Rooms

Benefits for Horizon Club, Premier and Executive Suite occupants:

• Complimentary breakfast in the Executive Lounge from 06.30 to 10.30

• Complimentary high tea from 14.00 to 16.30

• Complimentary cocktails/canapés from 17.30 to 19.30

• Complimentary tea/coffee and soft drinks available throughout the day

• Complimentary pressing of one suit on arrival

• Express laundry service at regular charge

• Complimentary one-hour use of the Executive Club meeting room per person/per day

• Onward flight reconfirmation

• 24-hour butler services

• Complimentary half-hour usage of Internet access at the Executive Club guest office

• Complimentary Internet access

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Executive SuiteExecutive Suites provide space, comfort and a full array of amenities. Suites measure 62 sq m/667 sq ft and have a separate living room and bedroom.

We have been allocated 12 Executive Suites at CNY 2,700 per night for single and double occupancy, including breakfast in the Executive Lounge.

Premier RoomWith ample room to spread out and work or relax, Premier Rooms are the hotel’s largest non-suite rooms and measure 50-55 sq m/570 sq ft.

We have been allocated 30 Premier Rooms at CNY 2,300 per night for single and CNY 2,500 for double occupancy, including breakfast in the Executive Lounge.

Horizon Club Deluxe Room

Located between the 18th and the 21st floors, these 38-44 sq m/473 sq ft rooms have the comfort and amenities of Deluxe Rooms, plus exclusive Horizon Club privileges.

We have been allocated 30 Horizon Club Deluxe Rooms at CNY 1,900 per night for single and CNY 2,100 for double occupancy, including breakfast in the Executive Lounge.

Superior / Deluxe Room

These spacious 38-44 sq m/409-473 sq ft rooms each have a full-size window with sweeping views of the city. Rooms have Internet access, a safe, satellite TV, coffee/tea making facilities and a comfortable writing desk.

We have been allocated 250 Deluxe Rooms at CNY 1,500 per night for single and CNY 1,700 for double occupancy, including breakfast in the Conference Hall.

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Registration InformationOnly members who have paid their IPLOCA 2011 Membership Fees are eligible to attend the Convention. Regular Members may invite a maximum of three couples and Associate Members two couples as their guests. Participation in the Convention is at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Only those persons who have registered for the Convention and have received confirmation of their registration are entitled to participate in any Convention activity or event.

The Convention Fee is EUR 1,250 per single attendee or couple up until 1 August 2011 and EUR 1,500 per single attendee or couple after 1 August 2011.

The cut-off date for registration is 1 August 2011. After this date, assuming there is still space available, a EUR 300 premium on the Convention Fee will apply and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach the limit of 600 attendees.

Room ReservationPlease make your room reservation at the China World Hotel BEFORE registering for the Convention. Room reservations can be made via Internet or by telephone (see below).

Only when you have received your China World Hotel Confirmation Number, can you then register for the Convention and reserve your place on tours and at other events.

All accommodation requests will require a valid major credit card guarantee and a two (2) night deposit at the Group Rate for the room category requested. The Hotel can also accept personal cheques and deposit payments by bank transfer.

To reserve your accommodation via the Internet, please go to: www.iploca.com and click on the link marked ‘Register Now’.

When the Convention website opens up, click on the link next to the IPLOCA logo to reserve your hotel accommodation. The China World Hotel room reservation system will open up:

• select your check-in and check-out dates, indicate the number of persons per room and click on the box marked ‘show rates & offers’ and the lowest room rate available will appear

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• click on ‘Select this rate’ and another page will open where you will be able to see all the room types available in our room block. Click on the name of a room to see a detailed description of that room

• select the room you require and click on the relevant box marked ‘Book this room’

• continue your reservation as instructed.

To reserve your accommodation by telephone please call the China World Hotel at: +86 10 6505 8885. It is very important to mention you are requesting accommodation to attend the ‘IPLOCA Convention’ to ensure you are given the special negotiated rates and terms.

If you have any questions regarding your room reservations, please do not hesitate to contact the hotel’s Reservations Agents by e-mail: Reservations.cwh@shangri-la.com or by phone at: +86 10 6505 8885.

Convention RegistrationTo register for the Convention please go to www.iploca.com and complete the online registration form.

Please have your ‘China World Hotel Confirmation Number’ ready as you will be asked to enter this number when you register for the Convention.

Availability of a hard copy of the Registration FormThose without access to the Internet may contact the IPLOCA Secretariat for a hard copy of the Registration Form, which can be completed and returned (with payment) to IPLOCA by postal mail or fax:

Cancellation Terms & ConditionsCancellation Terms & Conditions for Refund of Convention Registration Fees:• All convention registration cancellations must be notified in writing to the

IPLOCA Secretariat: convention@iploca.com

• All convention registration cancellations received up until 30 June 2011 will incur a EUR 300 Cancellation Fee

• All convention registration cancellations received between 1 July and 1 August 2011 will incur a 50% Cancellation Fee

• There will be no refund of convention registration fees for cancellations received after 1 August 2011.

NB: Substitutions for convention registrations are possible. Please note that a EUR 200 Administrative Fee will be payable.

Cancellation Terms & Conditions for Room Reservations:• All accommodation cancellations must be notified in writing to the China World

Hotel: Reservations.cwh@shangri-la.com

• The room deposit will be refunded only if the accommodation cancellation is received before the cut-off date of 1 August 2011

• Participants who cancel their accommodation reservation after the cut-off date of 1 August 2011 will be charged for the full stay

• “No shows” will be charged the full stay.

NB: Substitutions for room reservations for the exact number of nights as the original reservation are accepted at no extra cost.

IPLOCAAttn : Convention RegistrationChemin des Papillons 41216 Cointrin / GenevaSwitzerland

Tel. +41 22 306 02 30Fax +41 22 306 02 39E-mail: convention@iploca.comWebsite: www.iploca.com

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Visa And Entry RequirementsIPLOCA recommends all delegates request a tourist visa (Visa L) for China. The application for a tourist visa is a simple procedure, where only hotel confirmation and flight details are required.

For questions on passport or visa regulations please check the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs website at: http://www.fmprc.gov.cn/eng/ljzg/3647/3648/t18417.htm

Please contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in your country of residence for additional information.

Should your local embassy request additional documentation please contact the IPLOCA Secretariat and we will assist you with obtaining what is required.

General InformationGetting to the HotelChina World Hotel is located in Beijing’s Central Business District and is approximately a 45 minute drive from Beijing Capital International Airport.

A ‘Meet & Greet’ service will be available for delegates on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September. Hostesses holding IPLOCA signage will meet convention participants in the arrivals hall and will accompany you to the buses for your complimentary transfer to the China World Hotel.

If you would like to take advantage of the Meet & Greet service, please reserve your place via the online convention registration system and provide your detailed flight arrival/departure times.

If you are not planning on arriving on Saturday or Sunday, the best option is to take a taxi from the airport to the China World Hotel. The fare is approximately CNY 120-150 (approx. EUR 16). Please ensure that you have Chinese currency available as taxis in China only accept cash. There are ATM machines and currency exchange booths located in the arrivals hall of the airport.

Return transfers to the airport will be arranged on Saturday 17, Sunday 18 and Monday 19 September. Transfer times will be made available to you onsite.

Banking/CurrencyChinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY) is the official currency in China. Although most businesses in Beijing accept credit cards, it is advisable to have cash on hand.

Currency exchange booths can be found throughout the city, at the airports, banks and international hotels. ATM machines are also widely available throughout the city.

Business HoursBanks, offices and post offices are open from Monday to Saturday from 08:30 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 17:00.

Climate & ClothingSeptember is fall/autumn in Beijing. The autumn months between September and November have the best weather and fewer tourists. The hot summer days are slowly cooling off, the days are usually warm and sunny and nights mild and clear, making September one of the best times to visit Beijing. The average temperature is 68°Fahrenheit/20°Celsius.

Saturday 10 September 13.00 – 18.00

Sunday 11 September 09.00 – 19.00

Monday 12 September 07.30 – 18.30

Tuesday 13 September 07.30 – 18.30

Wednesday 14 September 07.30 – 18.30

Thursday 15 September 07.30 – 18.00

Friday 16 September 07.30 – 18.00

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Eating Out / Beijing CuisineA typical Beijing greeting is “Have you eaten?” Food has great importance in the life of Beijingers and Beijing cuisine has rich flavours influenced by culinary traditions from all over China.

The Beijing Roasted Duck is the epitome of Beijing cuisine and is famous both at home and abroad for its thin, crispy skin, with authentic versions of the dish serving mostly the skin and little meat.

Beijing Imperial Cuisine is a style of food with origins in the Imperial Palace and consists of dishes served to the Emperor and his court. Dishes are characterized by complex preparation techniques, the freshest ingredients and elaborate presentation, including colourful vegetable carvings.

Beijing street snacks are another tradition in Beijing and include pancakes filled with sweetened bean paste, sticky rice cakes, and meat skewers; they can be found across the city, for example at Wangfujing Snack Street, Gui Jie, Longfu Temple Snack Street.

Besides the local fare, a wide range of international cuisines can be found across the city that will satisfy all tastes from upscale fine dining to smaller family run operations.

ElectricityThe electrical power in China is 220 volts. Hotels generally provide power outlets accommodating both straight two-pin plugs and triangular three-pin Chinese plugs.

ShoppingIn general, opening hours for the shopping centres are 09.00 to 21.30, Monday to Sunday. Markets are generally open from 08.30 to 17.00, Monday to Sunday.

Beijing is a real paradise for shopping fans. One can find everything in Beijing, from antique shops, silk markets and tailor shops to the most luxurious designer boutiques.

Please note: while excellent copies of brand-named goods are readily available in China, some countries impose heavy penalties for the import of counterfeit goods, including confiscation and even heavy fines.

BargainingWhilst bargaining is very common in Chinese markets, it is not accepted in western style shopping malls or international hotels. One is expected to bargain in the market places, with shop keepers frequently demanding four times the value of the actual selling price.

TimeBeijing is GMT+8 hours.

TippingTipping is not a common practice in China. Whilst some westerners choose to tip in restaurants and hotels, the Chinese themselves do not tip.

We recommend that you only tip when you receive exceptional service. Below are some rough guidelines:

• Restaurants (if service is not included): 5% • Taxi drivers: Do not tip • Hotel Concierge: CNY 10 • Chamber Maids: CNY 10

Convention Registration Desk & Internet CentreThe Convention Registration Desk and the Internet Centre will be operating at the following times*:

*Times are subject to change.

Convention Programme

Sunday, 11 September 2011

09.00 – 10.00 Executive Committee Meeting

10.00 – 16.00 Board Meeting 1 (Board members only)

19.00 – 22.30 IPLOCA Directors and Wives Cocktails & Dinner (Board members & wives only)

Monday, 12 September 2011

09.00 – 17.00 Tour 1 – The Great Wall and Ming Tombs

08.30 – 12.30 Tour 2 – Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

13.30 – 17.00 Tour 3 – The Silk Factory and Pearl Store

18.00 – 19.00 First Time Attendees Reception (first-time attendees only)

19.00 – 20.00 Dodsal Welcome Cocktails

20.00 – 23.00 Dodsal Welcome Dinner

Tuesday, 13 September 2011

times TBA PIH Golf Tournament

09.00 – 17.00 Tour 4 – The Great Wall and Ming Tombs

08.30 – 12.30 Tour 5 – Exploring the Hutong

13.30 – 17.00 Tour 6 – Urban Planning Museum and Panda Visit

19.00 – 23.00 President’s Dinner (by invitation only)

Wednesday, 14 September 2011

times TBA Worldwide Machinery Tennis Tournament

08.30 – 17.00 Tour 7 – Forbidden City and the Emperor’s Palaces

08.30 – 12.30 Tour 8 – Tai Chi at the Temple of Heaven

13.30 – 17.30 Tour 9 – Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square (for latecomers)

17.45 – 18.45 World Federation Meeting

19.00 – 20.00 Former Presidents’ Cocktails (by invitation only)

Free evening

Thursday, 15 September 2011

09.00 – 12.45 1st Open General Meeting

13.00 – 15.00 CRC-Evans Luncheon

15.15 – 16.30 Novel Construction Meeting

16.30 – 17.30 Election Meetings

18.00 – 23.30 Caterpillar Party

Friday, 16 September 2011

08.00 – 08.45 Board Meeting 2 (Board members only)

09.00 – 09.45 Annual General Meeting

times TBA SPY Ladies Brunch & Fashion Show (Ladies only)

10.15 – 12.30 2nd Open General Meeting

13.00 – 13.45 IPLOCA Membership Cocktails

13.45 – 15.15 IPLOCA Membership Lunch

15.30 – 17.00 Board Meetings 3 & 4 (Board members only)

19.00 – 20.00 Fabick Cocktail Party

20.00 – 23.30 Final Banquet

23.30 – 04.00 Dancing ‘til Dawn

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Tours And Social Functions

*Tour Programme

*Times are subject to change.

Tour Departure PointAll participants are requested to assemble in the Conference Hall Foyer on Level 1 no later than 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time of each tour.

Date Function *Time Dress code

Sunday, 11 September Directors & Wives Dinner (Board members & wives only) 19.00 – 22.30 Smart casual

Monday, 12 SeptemberFirst Time Attendees Reception (first time attendees only) 18.00 – 19.00

Smart casualDodsal Welcome Cocktails & Dinner 19.00 – 23.00

Tuesday, 13 September President’s Dinner (by invitation only) 19.00 – 23.00 Formal/Black Tie

Wednesday, 14 September Former Presidents’ Cocktails (by invitation only) 19.00 – 20.00 Smart casual

Thursday, 15 SeptemberCRC-Evans Party & Lunch 13.00 – 15.00 Business suit

Caterpillar Party 18.00 – 23.30 Casual

Friday, 16 September

SPY Ladies Brunch & Fashion Show (Ladies only) TBA Smart casual

Fabick Cocktail Party 19.00 – 20.00

Formal/Black TieFinal Banquet 20.00 – 23.30

Dancing ‘til Dawn 23.30 – 04.00

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Monday, 12 September Tuesday, 13 September Wednesday, 14 September

Tour 1

The Great Wall and Ming Tombs

09.00 – 17.00

Tour 2 Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

08.30 – 12.30 Tour 4 The Great Wall and Ming

Tombs 09.00 – 17.00

Tour 5 Exploring the Hutong

8.30 – 12.30Tour 7

Forbidden City and the Emperor’s Palaces

8.00 – 17.30

Tour 8 Tai Chi at the Temple of

Heaven 08.30 – 12.30

Tour 3 The Silk Factory and

Pearl Store 13.30 – 17.00

Tour 6 Urban Planning Museum and

Panda Visit 13.30 – 17.00

Tour 9 Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

(for latecomers) 13.30 –17.30

Tour Descriptions

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Tours 1 & 4 – The Great Wall and Ming Tombs

Monday, 12 September 09.00 – 17.00 Tuesday, 13 September 09.00 – 17.00 (lunch included)

There is a Chinese saying “One is not a true man, unless he reaches the Great Wall”. China’s Great Wall stretches from East to West for more than 5,000 kilometres. Its origins can be traced to the 7th century BC, when independent kingdoms constructed separate walls to keep out nomads. These were later linked by China’s first emperors to become one of the most impressive creations of mankind and one of the few that is visible from space. Badaling Great Wall is the best-preserved and most imposing section of the Great Wall.On the way to the Great Wall, participants will see some of the iconic constructions for the 2008 Olympic Games, including the famous Bird’s Nest Stadium and the Water Cube.After lunch, participants will continue to the site of the Ming Dynasty Imperial Tombs, carefully chosen according to the Feng Shui principles of Water, Wind, Earth and Fire. ChangLing is the burial place of 13 of the 15 Ming dynasty emperors.

Tours 2 & 9 – Forbidden City and Tiananmen SquareMonday, 12 September 08.30 – 12.30 (morning) Wednesday, 14 September 13.30 – 17.30 (afternoon)

This tour highlights the monumental political features of China’s fascinating history.Tiananmen Square is the geographical centre of Beijing city. It is the largest public space in the world, able to accommodate one million people. Witness to so many events that have shaped China’s history, the square features the Chinese Parliament (Hall of the People), as well as the mausoleum of Chairman Mao.From Tiananmen Square, we will enter into the Imperial Residence of the Ming and Qing Dynasty Emperors, called the Forbidden City, as common citizens were entirely prohibited from entering its gates. Even within its walls, access was restricted based on one’s rank in the court hierarchy. The complex is almost twice the size of Vatican City and is home to many of China’s ancient relics within its 70 structures and 9,999 rooms.

Tour 3 – The Silk Factory and Pearl StoreMonday, 12 September 13.30 – 17.00

Join us in unveiling the hidden secrets of China’s silk culture. Participants will discover the secrets of silk, from the life cycle of the silk worm to the weaving process and, of course, have the opportunity to peruse the beautiful silk products that are created here.Pearls are synonymous with everything rare, fine, admirable and valuable. China is a major producer of pearls. Participants will discover how fresh-water pearls are cultivated and transformed into beautiful jewellery, sculptures or even blended into face creams.

Tour 5 – Exploring the HutongTuesday, 13 September 8.30 – 12.30

A hutong is an alley formed by lines of traditional courtyard residences. In Beijing, many neighbourhoods were formed by joining these residences together. In contrast to the court life and elite culture represented by the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven, the Hutong district reflects the culture of the common Beijinger and forms the heart of Old Beijing. Every hutong has its own story to tell…Since the mid-20th century, the number of Beijing hutongs has dropped dramatically as they are demolished to make way for new roads and buildings. In recent years some hutongs have been designated as protected areas in an attempt to preserve this aspect of Chinese cultural history.This tour will take participants around the Hutong by rickshaw and will include a visit to the Drum Tower. The beat of the drum from these ancient towers was used by the people to tell the hour of the day and the towers are still in use today.

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Tour 6 – Urban Planning Museum & Panda VisitTuesday, 13 September 13.30 – 17.00

Beijing’s Urban Planning Museum is designed to capture the rapid rate of development of Beijing and illustrate its evolving architectural styles. Visitors will see what Beijing looked like 50 years ago, and how the city, including the business districts and the Olympic village, will probably look 20 years from now. A photograph of the city layout is printed on 1,000 glass floor panels. The map is so large that people can actually stand on the exact spot where they live.After the museum, participants will be taken to Beijing Zoo for a short visit to see the pandas. The zoo has a long history of caring for giant pandas and, in 1963, was the first to successfully breed pandas in captivity.The panda is native to central-western and south-western China. Due to farming, deforestation, hunting and other development, the panda has been driven out of the lowland areas where it once lived, and now figures on the endangered species list with only 1,500 to 3,000 individuals known to be living in the wild. Some reports show that the number of pandas in the wild is on the rise.

Tour 7 – Forbidden City and the Emperor’s PalacesWednesday, 14 September 08.30 – 17.30 (lunch included)

This is a full day tour to Beijing’s greatest sights. In the morning, we will walk in the emperor’s footsteps through the Forbidden City. The Palace Museum is a comprehensive museum and, owing to its splendid architecture and rich collections, was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1987. The Imperial Palace in Beijing attracts about 8 million visitors every year. The Chinese history epitomized in the Palace occupies an important position in cultural exchanges between China and the world.After a visit to Tiananmen Square, we will continue to the Summer Palace, just north of the city. The Summer Palace was the emperor’s summer retreat and Imperial Park in the Qin Dynasty. The palace lies in a garden famous for its architectural grandeur and stunning natural beauty, and features many treasures. Many Beijingers relax and play on beautiful Kunming Lake, and participants will join them by taking a traditional Dragon Boat to enjoy the beautiful views of the Summer Palace from the water.

Tour 8 – Tai Chi at the Temple of HeavenWednesday, 14 September 08.30 – 12.30

Balance your ying and yang and connect your mind and body in the tranquil surroundings of the Temple of Heaven. China’s largest existing complex of ancient sacrificial buildings was built in 1420 for emperors to worship Heaven. Due to its calm, natural setting, the surroundings of the temple are nowadays very popular among Beijingers for exercising, playing, dancing, music and singing.A Tai Chi master will lead participants through this ancient Chinese art which consists of a series of slow motion routines, a kind of moving meditation that relieves stress and promotes physical well-being.

Pre and Post Convention Tours to Xi’anMCI Beijing has put together one and two day tours to see the Terracotta Warriors at Xi’an. If you are interested please contact:

MCI BeijingEmail: IPLOCA2011@mci-group.comTel: +86 10 8521 6500

If you have any other requirements for private touring, transportation or hospitality services, please contact MCI Beijing, who will be pleased to assist with any arrangements.

One Day TourDates: Saturday, 10 September

Sunday, 11 September Sunday, 18 September

Time: 07.15 – 21.00 (times TBC, duration of flights between Beijing and Xi’an is 1.5 hours)

Price: CNY 4,170.00 per person (approx. EUR 447)Minimum number of participants: 10

Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum World Heritage Site

This famous World Heritage Site was discovered accidentally in 1974. The incredible army of soldiers, archers, horses and chariots in full battle array has guarded Emperor Qin’s tomb since 210 BC. Archaeologists estimate the pits may contain as many as 8,000 figures. Each figure is unique, and the painstaking repair and excavation still continues in three pits which are protected inside huge hangars.

Afternoon Excursion to the Ancient City Wall

The first Emperor of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) began to enlarge the wall built initially during the old Tang Dynasty (618 -907), creating the modern Xi’an City Wall. Today, it is the most complete wall to have survived in China, as well as being one of the largest ancient military defense systems in the world.The wall now stands 12 m (40 ft) tall, 12-14 m (40-46 ft) wide at the top and 15-18 m (50-60 ft) thick at the bottom. The wall and its moat stretch 13.7 km (8.5 miles) around the city. Thriving trees and flowers decorate the classical Chinese architecture of the wall, further adding to the beauty of the city of Xi’an.Participants will take a late afternoon flight back to Beijing.

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Two Day TourDates: Saturday, 10 to Sunday, 11 September

Sunday, 18 to Monday, 19 SeptemberTime: 07.15 – 21.00

(times TBC, duration of flights between Beijing and Xi’an is 1.5 hours)Price: CNY 6,355.00 per person (approx. EUR 699)Minimum number of participants: 10

Day 1

Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum World Heritage Site (as per left)

Ancient City Wall (as per left)

Tang Dynasty Dinner Show

In the evening, participants will experience a special Tang Dynasty Dinner Show. The performances are considered the best in the ancient capital of Xi’an city, combining traditional Chinese Imperial dances, chorus, martial arts and string music. Overnight at the 5-star Sofitel hotel.

Day 2

Shaanxi Provincial History Museum and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda

The Shaanxi History Museum is one of the first major state museums with modern facilities in China. The museum houses over 300,000 artifacts including murals, paintings, pottery, coins, as well as bronze, gold and silver objects, dedicated to Shaanxi’s rich culture and history. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is one of the most famous Buddhist pagodas in China. The Pagoda was built in the Tang Dynasty to collect Buddhist scriptures. Although it is worn by wind and rain today, the architecture is well preserved.

Great Mosque

A visit to the Muslim quarter in Xi’an feels like a step back in history into a totally different culture. To get to the Great Mosque, visitors have to pass through a narrow street bazaar lined with small shops selling all kinds of small decorations and other trinkets and textiles.After the visit to the Mosque, participants will take a late afternoon flight back to Beijing.

Shopping ShuttleBeijing boasts shopping facilities guaranteed to satisfy all, including traditional products such as silk, Chinese medicine, ceramics, pearls, jade carvings, embroidery, antiques, carpets, chopsticks, lacquer ware, paintings and calligraphy scrolls.

Shuttle buses will be running every 30 minutes to and from a local shopping area at the following times:

Tuesday, 13 September (afternoon) 13.00 to 17.30

Wednesday, 14 September (evening) 17.00 to 21.00

Friday, 16 September (afternoon) 14.00 to 17.30

A detailed schedule will be available at the registration desk.

PIH Golf TournamentTuesday, 13 September

2011 is the 10th Anniversary of PIH sponsorship of the IPLOCA Golf Tournament and this year PIH is hoping to host the event at the Beijing CBD International Golf Club.

Whilst there are many excellent courses in Beijing, the CBD course is the closest to the China World Hotel. Many of you may know that traffic can be a problem in Beijing, so in view of the timetable for the day we are limited by the distance and journey time.

Beijing CBD International Golf Club was designed by Brit Stenson, the great PGA designer. Stenson has designed over 10 PGA courses in the US with extensive experience in golf course design. As the only TPC (Tournament Player Course) style course in Asia, CBD Club is at the PGA standard in both design and construction. Located at 99 Gaobeidian Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, it is about a 30 minute drive from downtown Beijing. The golf club is able to provide buggies and sets of golf clubs for our participants.

PIH is in the process of finalising details with the golf club and will confirm once the arrangements have been completed.

Worldwide Machinery Tennis TournamentWednesday, 14 September

True to tradition, Worldwide Machinery will once again be sponsoring the annual tennis tournament that takes place on Wednesday morning. Participants will start the morning

off with breakfast at the tennis club after which they will have the opportunity to show off their tennis skills in a very sociable round-robin tournament.

Players of all levels are welcome, so please do not hesitate and sign up for a morning of laughter and fun at this very enjoyable event. Tennis rackets and balls will be provided onsite as needed.

After the tournament, participants will enjoy a relaxed lunch before returning to the hotel mid-afternoon.

LotteryThis year the prize for the Final Banquet Lottery has been kindly offered by Volvo and Renault Trucks. The lucky winner will receive a purchasing certificate for a car to the value of EUR 25,000. Lottery tickets are CNY 460 (approx. EUR 50) each and will be available for purchase from the Registration Desk throughout the week. The winning ticket will be drawn at the Final Banquet on Friday evening.

IPLOCA President, Karl Trauner and his wife, Christine, have chosen to donate the funds received from the sale of the lottery tickets towards HOPE’87, an Austrian initiative co-operating closely with the Austrian Federal Chancellery and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in the support of youth employment projects in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Central and Eastern Europe. This international initiative is based on the UN resolution 40/16 “Opportunities for Youth” adopted by the General Assembly on the occasion of the International Youth Year of the UN (1985).

Young people are encouraged to show initiative by creating locally-developed projects that generate training and employment for themselves and other young people. Special attention is given to humanitarian projects in disaster areas suffering the effects of flood, earthquake or drought where the provision of essential goods, medication and medical care combined with rehabilitation activities encourage an efficient and fast recovery of the local infrastructure.

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SponsorshipSponsorship plays a major role in the success of the IPLOCA Convention. Without the invaluable support of our members we would not be able to provide such an exceptional programme throughout the week. Many thanks to all those companies listed below!Item SponsorThe First Time Attendees Cocktails Pipeline & Gas Journal AND Vacuworx Int’l.The Welcome Party Dodsal GroupPresident’s Dinner HABAU Hoch- und Tiefbaugesellschaft m.b.H.Directors & Wives Dinner Ritchie Bros. AuctioneersFormer Presidents’ Cocktails Entrepose ContractingThe CRC-Evans Luncheon CRC-Evans Pipeline International Inc. AND

Applus RTD GroupThe Caterpillar Evening CaterpillarFireworks Laurini Officine MeccanicheThe Spy Ladies Brunch Pipeline InspectionIPLOCA Membership Cocktails AvailableIPLOCA Membership Lunch - Menu AvailableIPLOCA Membership Lunch - Wine PWT S.p.a.The John Fabick Cocktail Party Pipeline Machinery InternationalMusic for “Dancing ‘til Dawn” AvailableOpen Bar for “Dancing ‘til Dawn” Specialty Polymer Coatings, Inc.PIH Golf Tournament Pipeline Induction HeatWWM Tennis Tournament Worldwide Machinery

Tour Programme:Monday, 12 SeptemberTour 1 - The Great Wall and Ming Tombs Salzgitter Mannesmann International GmbH Tour 2 – Forbidden City and Lincoln Electric Tiananmen Square Tour 3 – The Silk Factory and Pearl Store AvailableTuesday, 13 SeptemberTour 4 - The Great Wall and Ming Tombs CPP China Petroleum Pipeline BureauTour 5 – Exploring the Hutong Tekfen Construction and Installation Co., Inc.Tour 6 – Urban Planning Museum and Available Panda Visit Wednesday, 14 SeptemberTour 7 – Forbidden City and the Spiecapag Emperor’s Palaces Tour 8 – Tai Chi at the Temple of Heaven Max Streicher GmbH & Co.Tour 9 – Forbidden City and Max Streicher GmbH & Co. Tiananmen Square

Convention / IPLOCA Functions:Registration Desk HerrenknechtWelcome Drinks at Registration (Sat/Sun) AvailableInternet Centre Consolidated Contractors Company (C.C.C.)Audio Visual for Thursday’s OGM AvailableAudio Visual for Friday’s OGM AvailableCoffee breaks at Open General Meetings C.A.T. International Ltd.Registration Bags for the Gentlemen PWT S.p.a.Registration Bags for the Ladies AvailableBottled mineral water for all tours PWT S.p.a.Wine at Final Banquet Willbros Group, Inc.Flowers at Final Banquet Ledcor Pipeline LimitedBand at Final Banquet AvailableEntertainment at Final Banquet AvailableAudio Visual at Final Banquet AvailableCar for Lottery Volvo AND Renault Trucks Photographers at the Convention Available Convention Photo CD Available Printing of Pocket Programme Goriziane Group S.p.A.Printing of Final Banquet Menu Goriziane Group S.p.A.Printing of Attendance List Pipeline & Gas JournalRussian Simultaneous Translation Argus LimitedChinese Simultaneous Translation CPP China Petroleum Pipeline BureauShopping Shuttle AvailableMeet & Greet at the Airport AvailableBoats Back to the Airport AvailableConvention Fund Contributions Available PWT S.p.a.

Gifts: Gift DENSO GmbHLiebherr model LiebherrInsight Guide to Beijing Maats Pipeline Equipment

If your company is interested in sponsorship of any of the above items, please contact: caroline.green@iploca.com, telephone +41 22 306 02 30.

Sponsors contributing EUR 10,000 and above will receive one complimentary Convention Fee and an invitation to the President’s Dinner on Tuesday evening.

Sponsorship by our Regular Members, Associate Members and Media Partners is essential to ensuring the success of our annual Convention and we take this opportunity to thank each and every sponsor for their continued support.

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International Pipe Line & Offshore Contractors AssociationChemin des Papillons 41216 Cointrin/GenevaSwitzerland

Tel. +41 22 306 02 30Fax. +41 22 306 02 39E-mail: convention@iploca.com www.iploca.com

The 45th Annual IPLOCA Convention