EWEC 2006: Comprehensive conference programme

European WindEnergy Conference & Exhibition 2006
27 February - 2 March 2006, Athens, Greece
Europe's Premier Windenergy Event

EWEC 2006 is the single most influential wind energy event in this year's calendar. The leading experts, companies, decision and policy makers from around the world will gather in Athens to discuss the key issues, present international best practice and showcase the latest technological developments. All the key players from the wind industry and beyond will be at EWEC 2006.
Ian Mays, Conference Chair / Managing Director, RES, United Kingdom

Comprehensive conference programme

The conference programme includes over 500 outstanding oral and poster presen- tations from the top players in and beyond the wind power industry and 150 companies are exhibiting the latest products and services.
A comprehensive range of issues will be presented, discussed and debated, from resource assessment and innovative turbine design to market and policy developments, drawing on experience and initiatives from all over world. Senior politicians and representatives from international institutions and national govern- ments will also speak at this leading international wind event. Conference topics include:

Technicaland Scientific
Meteorological aspects
Aeroelasticityloads and control
Aerodynamics and aeroacustics
Electrical systems and components
Windpower plants and grid integration
Condition monitoring
Operation& maintenance
Advancesin measuring methods
Innovations in turbine design
Offshore technology

Business and Policy
Integrating wind into electricity markets
Finance and insurance
Wind's role in the global energy market
Policies and programmes
Offshore: developments and prospects
Market developments and structures
Environment alissues
Winning hearts and minds
Global opportunities
Climate change policy

EWEC is widely recognised as Europe's premier wind energy event, attracting a high number of professionals, leading experts and exhibiting companies from across the globe. It is the ideal forum for up to date and relevant information on business, policy, science and technology.
Arthouros Zervos, President, EWEA

The Academy is proud to be responsible for the scientific content of this prestigious conference. The quality and range of content, combined with theprofessional peer review process, make this the most important wind energy event for the scientific community.
Erik Lundtang Petersen, Chairman, European Academy of Wind Energy, Denmark

Over 800 delegates have already registered for the conference

3 weeks until pre-registration deadline - Register NOW for discounts

Online Registration & Hotel Booking

Conference: Register before 10 February - Save up to €100
Exhibition: Register on site - €40/day
Join EWEA to save up to another €200

Why attend EWEC 2006?

- Gain first hand knowledge and experience from industry leaders, politicians and the research community
- Benefit from unique and unrivalled networking opportunities
- Obtain insight in, and understanding of the key issues
- Develop strategies that will yield a competitive advantage

Sponsors

Hansen's sponsoring of EWEC demonstrates its commitment to Wind Energy.In this fast growing industry, Hansen has continuously invested in R&D and production resources to stay a head of market requirements. Building on atrack record of more than 25 years in the industry, the company relies on its accumulated experience to develop innovative solutions, that have secured its position as a global leader of wind turbine gearboxes.
Matts Lundgren, Chief Executive Officer, Hansen Transmissions International NV

As the largest insurer of wind energy risk world-wide, we like access to our core audience in order to disseminate relevant information and offer informed advice to the real decision-makers in the wind power industry. That's why WindPro has chosen to sponsor one of largest and most prestigious events -The European Wind Energy Conference & Exhibition.
Wind Prohas a strong track record for over a decade in delivering innovative solutions to its Wind Energy clients. We have a dedicated and selected team specialising in wind energy, with the commitment and experience to deliver the best product in the market.
Fraser McLachlan, WindPro, United Kingdom


Contact Details


Exhibition:
Sales and stand allocation:
Silke Schlinnertz, EWEA
Tel:+32 2 546 1980 exhibition@ewec.info

Logistics,delivery, build up, onsite Manager:
Linda Burford
Tel:+ 44 1926 499841 linda.burford@opsdirect.co.uk

Conference:
Speakers Management:
Cristina Munteanu
Tel:+32 2 776 09 96 programme@ewec.info

Registration:
Anne Lannoy
Tel:+32 2 776 09 96 registration@ewec.info

Sponsorship:
Bruce Douglas, EWEA
Tel:+32 2 546 1942 bruce.douglas@ewea.org

EWEA Membership:
Bruce Douglas, EWEA
Tel:+32 2 546 1942 members@ewea.org