GENERAL INFORMATION

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE

Certificates must be requested to esserc@sistemacongressi.com after the Conference.

 

LANGUAGE

The official language of the conference is English: no simultaneous translation will be available.

 

REGISTRATION DESK

The Registration Desk is located at the main entrace of the Conference Venue.

Due to the large number of registered participants, we invite all attendees to arrive well in advance to avoid queues and delays. 

The registration desk will be open: 

MONDAY 08:00 - 17:30 (tbc)

TUESDAY 08:00 - 18:00 (tbc)

WEDNESDAY 08:00 - 18:00 (tbc)

THURSDAY 08:00 - 13:00 (tbc)

​Scheduled times may change based on the final program.

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BADGES

Badges must always be visibly worn during sessions, coffee breaks and lunches at the conference site but also during social program activities.

 

COFFEE BREAKS AND LUNCHES

Coffee breaks and lunches will be served to registered participants wearing their badges. Accompanying persons have no access to scientific sessions nor to coffee breaks and lunches.

Please note that vegetarian dishes will be on daily menu; for other special needs, we will try to serve a good variety of food so that it will be easier for you to get some alternatives in case of special diet restrictions.

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PERSONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Every effort has been made to ensure that people with special needs are catered for during the conference. Should you require any specific assistance, please let us know in advance to enable to assist in making your stay at the conference a pleasant and comfortable one.

 

INTERNET / WI-FI

Wi-Fi connection will be available on site.

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CURRENCY

The local currency is € (Euro). Automatic teller machines and exchange offices are available all over the city. Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept major credit cards but please always check first!

 

POWER PLUGS AND SOCKETS

https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/finland/

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WEATHER

In early September

• 🌡️ Daytime: typically around 14–17°C

• 🌙 Night: roughly 8–11°C

• 🌧️ Rain: fairly common, so a waterproof jacket is useful.

• 💨 Wind: can make it feel noticeably cooler, especially near the sea.

• ☀️ Daylight: still quite good in early September — around 14 hours at the beginning of the month.

• 🧥 What to pack: layers, a sweater/fleece, light waterproof jacket, and comfortable closed shoes

Please visit https://www.visitfinland.com/en/practical-tips/climate-and-weather-in-finland 

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​​CALLING CODES

To call Finland from abroad:

+358 followed by the Finnish number without the initial 0.

Example:

• Finnish number: 040 123 4567

• From abroad: +358 40 123 4567

 

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

In Helsinki (and throughout Finland), the emergency number is 112

The number works free of charge, including from mobile phones.​

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Pharmacies near Marina Congress Center, Helsinki

Katajanokka Pharmacy
Address: Kruunuvuorenkatu 1, 00160 Helsinki
Walking distance from Marina Congress Center: approximately 600–800 metres
Walking time: approximately 8–10 minutes

Kruununhaan apteekki
Address: Liisankatu 21, 00170 Helsinki
Walking distance from Marina Congress Center: approximately 1.3 km
Walking time: approximately 17–20 minutes

Kluuvin apteekki
Address: Keskuskatu 7, 00100 Helsinki
Walking distance from Marina Congress Center: approximately 1.6 km
Walking time: approximately 20–23 minutes​

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LEARN FINNISH!

Find here an audio list of 20 useful phrases. Enjoy!

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​​LIABILITY

By registering for the conference, participants acknowledge and accept that neither the Organizing Committees nor the Organizing Secretariat shall bear any liability.