rules fita 2012

Feria Internacional de Turismo de las AméricasInternational Tourism Fair of the AmericasSeptember 20 - 23 – Mexico City

GENERAL REGULATIONS

1. DEFINITION AND PURPOSE

1.1 International Tourism Fair of the Americas, (Fita) 1.2 The organization is performed by RCM GLOBAL TRADE S.A. de C.V., hereinafter THE ORGANIZER.1.3 Exhibitors are all those individuals or corporations that hire spaces and services in Fita to present products, services and touristic attractions. 1.4 Fita shall be governed by the General Regulations, which include the standards to build stands, the standards for the application and utilization of additional services; drawings and fees of Fita. These instruments are accepted by the contracting party upon the signing of the Participation Application. These Regulations are available for the participants and shall be widely distributed.1.5 The ENTIRE PERFORMANCE of Fita shall be carried out by the ORGANIZER and the sponsors and collaborators included in the specific documentation of Fita.

2. AUTHORITIES

2.1 The Organizing Committee, hereinafter O.C., is the Fair’s authority and thus its decisions shall be final and unappealable.2.2 The O.C. is the entity empowered to construct and enforce these present General Regulations for all those cases not foreseen therein.2.3 The O.C. may delegate its powers to any entity or body within the organization of Fita.

3. EVENT VENUE AND DATE

3.1 Fita shall be held at the Expo Bancomer Santa Fe venue in Mexico City on September 20 – 23, 2012.

4. PARTICIPANTS AND PRODUCTS

4.1 All government entities, representations, official or private institutions as well as national, international and foreign institutions, professionals, business operators and service providers from all fields of the Tourism Sectors may participate in the Fair. 4.2 The exhibitor companies may only display the products recorded in the Participation Application. In case they need to include new products, they shall request and obtain from the O.C. the relevant authorization.4.3 The O.C. reserves the right of admission and stay at the Fair.5. GENERAL CONDITIONS

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5.1 To participate in the Fita, the interested parties shall submit the Participation Application (Area reservation) filling in all the data requested therein.5.2 The Participation Application (Area reservation) shall be submitted in the Fita official forms.5.3 Regarding the area assigned, the ORGANIZER will give priority to the largest area requested and to the exhibitors of the former edition. In case the assignment of the requested area is not possible, the best available alternative will be offered. The Participation Application shall be considered as accepted once the ORGANIZER issues the corresponding invoice and the exhibitor carries out the payment thereof.5.4 The O.C. in exceptional cases and as considered convenient for the better performance of Fita, may not enforce the standards set forth in these present General Regulations and make decisions or established guidelines to be mandatory for all Fita participants.

6. SALE CONDITIONS

6.1 The areas are those indicated in the Fair drawings with the corresponding number and dimensions.6.2 The prices per square meter (m2) of each area are those shown in the price list previously set by Fita, with the options of Free Area (without assembly) or Basic Assembly.6.3 The area renting prices at Fita do not include the Value Added Tax (VAT), thus 16% shall be added for this concept.6.4 The VAT will be invoiced according to the reservation forms submitted by each exhibitor during the Participation Application process. This invoicing will be subjected to review by the O.C. with the documentation verification made by the Administration and Finance Department.6.5 The fee corresponding to the Free Area spaces (without assembly) includes:

a) Rent of the space during the preparation, exhibition and disassembly time. No partition panels are provided for any of the boundaries.b) 110 V power supply (1000 W/h for each 25m2) (see 21.4).c) Carpeted aisles.d) Common areas surveillance (see 7.1.1).e) General cleaning of common areas (see 7.2.1).f) General lighting.g) General assistance and management (see 7.4).h) Badges and invitations corresponding to the rented space (see 13.1/6).i) Publication in the Fair’s Official Directory.

6.6 The areas marketed with Basic Assembly will also be provided with:a) Grey carpeted flooring.b) Partition panels, aluminum framework and 2.50 m high white melamine panels.

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c) Front ledges, 0.34 m high panels.d) Normalized graphs on each front ledge.e) Table and three chairs set with the following characteristics:Up to 17 m²: 1 set (1 desk and 3 chairs)From 18 to 36 m²: 2 sets (2 desks and 6 chairs)f) Slim-lite lamps lighting.

6.7 The exhibitors shall not assign, donate, sell, rent, transfer or share the contracted space or part thereof.6.8 The space price shall be paid as follows:

a) Cash.b) 30% (thirty percent) upon the invoicing of the Participation Application and 70% (seventy percent) in installments, being the last term 60 days prior to the inauguration date of the Fair, the cancellation shall be made 65 business days before Fita’s commencement date at the latest.

6.9 Each late payment shall yield a delinquency interest from the maturity date thereof to its payment according to the rates of Mexico National Bank used for instrument discount operations.6.10 In case of non fulfillment of any of the payments mentioned above:

a) The reservation or sale of the space shall be cancelledb) The total amount paid so far will be lost.c) The space will be assigned to third parties.d) The delinquency will be automatic according to the law and due only by elapsing of time, without the need of any judicial or extrajudicial resource.

6.11 In the event that on the Fita inauguration date there were amounts to be paid for additional services and/or any other concept, the authorities may rule the closing of the stand without any indemnification or reimbursement whatsoever until said amounts have been paid.6.12 In the event that, due to any reason, and once the total or partial payment is made, the exhibitor would cancel its participation or were not able to participate in Fita, it will lose all reimbursement rights of any amounts already paid.6.13 The O.C. is entitled to cancel and assign to third parties the spaces paid and not occupied 24 hours before the term set for the stands construction completion, thus the exhibitor will lose all reimbursement rights of any amounts already paid.6.14 Any fee not canceled on the dates set in the Participation Application shall be paid at Fita sales value upon the cancellation.

7. SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE FAIR

7.1 SECURITY

7.1.1 The O.C. shall provide general security personnel in charge of order and unforeseen event, but it will not be liable for thefts and stealing acts. During

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the exhibition times and closing times no other personnel than the security staff mentioned and those authorized by the O.C. may be at the Fairgrounds.7.1.2 No private security personnel from the exhibitor may be at the pavilions (stands) except as otherwise authorized by the O.C.7.1.3 The EXHIBITORS and its staff must allow to have checked the packages and/or vehicles entering and/or leaving Expo Bancomer Santa Fe.7.1.4 The EXHIBITORS and Staff of the stand that have laptops, notebooks or portable computers may request the corresponding security lock at the Exhibitors Service Desk without this meaning that the O.C. is responsible for the security of the gadget, the cost shall be paid by the O.C. and will be free for the exhibitor.7.1.5 The use of personal computers, infocus, screens and cellular phones shall be responsibility of the exhibitor and the O.C and the CENTER shall NOT be responsible for this kind of apparatuses.

7.2 CLEANING

7.2.1 The O.C. shall provide cleaning personnel for all common areas. The cleaning activities shall be performed while the Fair is closed and will be kept during the attendance of the public and exhibitors. The stands cleaning shall be performed exclusively by the exhibitor.

7.3 POWER SUPPLY

7.3.1 The O.C. will provide the power supply for the stand and the Exhibitor shall fill in the corresponding application and submit it before the O.C. within the set terms; the power consumption of the stands is as follows: (see 21.4)Up to 17 m²: 1 Outlet 1000w 110 VoltsFrom 18 to 50 m²: 2 Outlets 1000w 110 VoltsFrom 51 to 175 m²: 1 Switch 3X30 10kw 220 Volts

7.4 CONSULTING

7.4.1 The Fita’s O.C. will be available for the exhibitor for all that regarding its participation, regulatory aspects, etc.7.4.2 The Fita’s O.C. and its Technical Department offer the exhibitors all specific consulting services they may require as well as data and accurate information on spaces and their dimensions, presence of columns, hydrants, location of the closest power outlet (mains), etc.

8. RESPONSIBILITIES

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8.1 EXHIBITORS RESPONSIBILITIES

8.1.1 The exhibitor will be the solely responsible for damages caused to its personnel, Fita visitors within its stand and/or goods or items of any nature due to theft, fire, lightning, storm, explosion, hail, water leak, humidity, flood, accident, civil unrest, sabotage or any other regardless of its origin. It shall also be responsible for damages and/or losses caused inside and outside its stand to its personnel and/or the items used or under custody thereof.8.1.2 The O.C. will charge the EXHIBITORS, the amounts caused due to damages for the construction of the stands, trucks and/or freights of their companies, caused by themselves or by the stands constructors to fixed and/or provisional facilities of Expo Bancomer Santa Fe.8.1.3 The EXHIBITORS are bound to hire all the personnel needed to develop their activities during the entire period of assembly, performance and disassembly of Fita, pursuant the labor ordinances including the payment of social security, union, social works and labor risk fees currently in force.8.1.4 THE ORGANIZERS are not responsible for the damages that may be caused by deficiencies in the power supply and lighting, sewage system, air conditioning, internet, food services, etc. Moreover, they are not responsible for the interruption of said services at Expo Bancomer Santa Fe due to any foreign fact and/or event.8.1.5 The exhibitor is responsible for the security of its stand during the public visits hours as well as during the times set in items 8.3.2 and 23. In general, its responsibility is extended to all the term and times the space is under its possession, except for the stay limitations when the Fair is closed to visitors.

8.2 FISCAL AND DUTIES RESPONSIBILITY.

8.2.1 The exhibitors are fully responsible for the payment of rates, taxes and fees accruing the activities performed in their stands.8.2.2 The exhibitors are also responsible before the corresponding authorities regarding copyrights, trademarks or any reproduction of images for the fees or duties imposed on the broadcasting of music and/or images of television or audiovisual media, in their corresponding stands. To do this they shall prove before the O.C. the payment of the corresponding fees or duties.

8.3 RESPONSIBILITIES TO Fita

8.3.1 The exhibitors shall observe the assembly periods so the completion of their stands follows the Time Schedule (see 25.7). Otherwise, they shall pay a penalty of $2,000 (two thousand dollars), amount to be withheld by the O.C. (we suggest the exhibitors to charge this penalty in the agreements with your corresponding builders).

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8.3.2 The exhibitors shall man its stand all days 30 minutes before the opening time and 15 minutes after the closing and to keep its personnel at their stand during the entire time.8.3.3 The exhibitors shall be in charge of cleaning their stand, and shall keep it in tidy conditions during the stay of visitors at Fita. For this purpose, they have time prior to the opening (see 8.3.2.) and they should put the trash in the corresponding bins and never on the aisles.8.3.4 The exhibitors shall dismantle the building elements of the stand and to return the space and that provided by O.C. in perfect conditions, as set forth in the Time Schedule (see item 25).8.3.5 The damages proved shall be invoiced to the holder of the space and these shall be paid immediately. This person will not be allowed to remove their material until said payment is done. The exhibitors are not allowed to perform any repair works of any kind whatsoever.8.3.6 Failing to meet the date to leave the area allows the O.C. to do it at the risk and expense of the exhibitor and the materials and/or elements will be withheld until the expenses made are fully paid. Fita shall not accept any claims whatsoever from the compulsive performance of such dismantling.8.3.7 The security of all elements of the stands is at the risk and exclusive expense of the exhibitor during the days and times set for the assembly and disassembly.

9. DUTIES AND PENALTIES

9.1 All provisions of these General Regulations, circular letters, technical releases, Time Schedule, drawings, surfaces and prices are mandatory. The legal standards in force, especially those regarding safety, health, moral, labor, public order and administration are to be observed mandatorily. The O.C. may decide to close totally and definitively the stand of exhibitors that fail to comply with these present standards, thus terminating the contractual relationship without the need of any claim or indemnification or reimbursement of any kind.9.2 If necessary, the O.C. will issue complementary communications to those provisions ruling the Fita, which will be timely send to be fulfilled.9.3 In exceptional cases, the authorities of Fita may amend these present Regulations as considered convenient for the success of Fita and they shall be mandatory for all exhibitors.9.4 Fita authorities will perform inspections during the development of assembly of stands, the event and the disassembly to check the compliance of the standards and provisions ruling the Fita.In the even the remarks made by Fita authorities are not immediately corrected. Fita may perform them and charge them to the Exhibitor.

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9.6 Any other kind of claim the exhibitors may wish to issue regarding the obligations of the ORGANIZER shall be submitted in written form and duly grounded before the O.C. prior to the completion of the disassembly period of the Fair. Otherwise this cannot be made in any other time.The non fulfillment of these obligations will void the right to enforce it in the future.9.5 In case of dispute regarding the construction or application of these present Regulations, a friendly agreement shall be made between Fita authorities and the EXHIBITOR; should this not be possible, they shall be voluntarily subjected to the jurisdiction of the Common Courts of Mexico City, herein expressly waiving to the federal courts and any other they may be entitled to.

10. DEFERRAL – NULLIFICATION

10.1 In unforeseeable cases or force majeure, Fita authorities reserve the right to amend the dates, times or terms foreseen. In case of forced nullification, the amounts paid by the exhibitors shall be reimbursed after deducting the prorate of expenses made, without any indemnification whatsoever.

11. INAUGURATION, OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF THE FAIR

11.1 The attendance to the Fita Official Inauguration shall be limited to the special invitations the O.C. provides to federal, state and municipal authorities, the diplomatic community and representatives of the industry, trade, banking and journalism.11.2 Fita will be opened to professional visitors and guests on September 20th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd from 10:00 to 18:00 hours. It will be opened for the General Public on September 22nd and 23rd from 10:00 to 18:00 hours.11.3 The O.C. reserves the right to alter the times if considered convenient for a greater Fita success.

12. ENTRANCE TO THE FAIR

12.1 This shall be exclusively with Accreditations, Invitations, the corresponding payment or written authorization of the O.C.

12.2 DURING ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY

12.2.1 The access time for vehicles during the periods established for said purpose shall be those included in the Time Schedule (see 25).12.2.2 The access of materials and vehicles to the loading and unloading area (operating yard) shall be made on Av. Santa Fe almost at the corner with Calle 3.

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12.2.3 For the materials loading and unloading operations from vehicles parked at the Operating Yard of Expo Bancomer Santa Fe, there is a 30 minute free parking time. After this time, Expo Bancomer Santa Fe will charge the corresponding fee or may have the vehicle towed away without any liability for Expo Bancomer.

12.3 DURING THE FAIR PERFORMANCE

12.3.1 The accesses to the Fair for exhibitors and their staff are those allowed by their accreditation 45 minutes before the opening time of the Fair (see art. 11.2 and 25 of the Time Schedule).12.3.2 The exhibitor that due to special reasons needs to access 60 minutes in advance shall request it in written to the Fair Management 24 hours in advance and under the conditions described in 12.1.2 and 12.1.3.12.3.3 Providers may enter one hour before the Fair opening time provided they have the written authorization of the O.C. under the conditions described in 12.1.3.12.3.4 Besides the times and modes mentioned in 12.1.1/2/3, no person will be allowed within Expo Bancomer Santa Fe except for those belonging to Fita organization.

13. ACCREDITATIONS

All accreditations shall be provided with name, last name and barcode. All badges are personal and non transferable (No blank badges will be provided).The unduly use of them will entitle the O.C. to remove and prohibit the access to the Fai to those people involved in said irregularities.13.1 Fita will provide the exhibitors with one Exhibitor badge for each 4 m² occupied. These badges are intended for the directives and executives of the exhibiting company.13.2 To make the Stand Staff and Stand Builder badges it is mandatory to send a list including the Registration to the Accident Insurance no action against Expo Bancomer Santa Fe and/or the ORGANIZER.13.3 Additional badges requested will have an additional cost of $200 USD (two hundred dollars) and this amount shall be paid upon their request.13.4 The additional badges will be delivered to the exhibitor once all payments are done.13.5 The only badges valid to enter the Fita are those issued by the Fair authorities, as well as the private security staff and Expo Bancomer staff duly uniformed and accredited.

14. INVITATIONS

14.1 Fita will provide invitations to the exhibitor, 2 for each square meter of rented space. We recommend you to provide them only to visitors related to the

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touristic sector and it is MANDATORY for the Exhibitor to be identified stamping them on the space provided.14.2 The only invitations accepted in REGISTRATION to access Fita shall be those provided by the ORGANIZERS. No other invitations will be valid.

15. PROMOTION ACTIVITIES

15.1 All forms of publicity and/or promotion in the stand is free provided the content thereof is not an infringement to the provisions in force and complies with the standards for stands.15.2 Sound equipment (radios, microphones, TV sets, audiovisual media, etc.) installed for permanent or demonstration operation shall be acoustically isolated not exceeding 50 decibels three meters away from the source of origin.15.3 Only during the general public opening days (Saturday and Sunday) music shows and shows are allowed at the area provided exclusively for said purpose and upon request to the O.C. for the corresponding performance times.15.4 The use of models and/or naked persons is forbidden within the promotion activities of the stands.

16. PROHIBITIONS DURING THE FAIR

16.1 Perform shows at the stands, except in the cases previously requested to and authorized in written by the O.C., therefore the access to Expo Bancomer Santa Fe of any sound equipment for this purpose shall not be allowed.16.2 Direct sale to the public of food products, art crafts, etc. and performance of winning games (except as previously requested to and authorized by the O.C.).16.3 A the Fair the exhibitors are not allowed to perform any kind of publicity and/or promotion outside their stands.16.4 The access of minors is forbidden during the days exclusively for professionals (September 20th and 21st, 2012) even accompanied by an adult.

17. GENERAL

17.1 The standards for the project, assembly and disassembly herein established are to be strictly observed. For all that not herein foreseen the specifications and regulations from Expo Bancomer Santa Fe authorities or the technical entities of the Federal District are to be observed.17.2 For stands smaller than 30 m², and should the exhibitor consider meeting these present General Regulations, the prior submission of the corresponding drawings will not be necessary.Herein it is accepted that any difference or error shall be corrected immediately upon the remark by the O.C.

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17.3 The project and management of any stand larger than 30 m² shall be made by a professional (architect or engineer).17.4 The dimensions and characteristics of the space are those included in the drawings provided by the Fair upon the purchase. Should you need more details or specifications, please request them to the O.C. (see 19.1).17.5 O.C. reserves the right to change the Fita layout for a better performance and/or general visualization. In the event that said changes affect any area already acquired, the exhibitor will be timely informed and its acceptance is mandatory.

18. DOCUMENTATION NEEDED FOR THE APPROVAL OF THE PROJECT

18.1 In the period set in the Time Schedule, the following shall be sent to the O.C. offices for approval:a) Drawings of the stand with one view and one elevation at least, dimensioned and sized, indicating the materials to be used in the stand construction. The drawings shall contain on their cover the following information: SECTOR, STAND NO, COMPANY’S NAME AND PERSON IN CHARGE OF THE ASSEMBLY, TELEPHONE NUMBER AND E-MAIL. Drawings lacking this information shall be considered incomplete and not approved.This shall be sent in .jpg / .pdf format to the following address: [email protected]) Cover 1: Technical Data Sheet with complete data (Project, Company, Responsible, Stand, Square Meters, Assembling Company, responsible, contact telephone numbers, résumé of the assembling company). The projects that fail to fulfill the data of the Cover 1: Technical Data Sheet will not be accepted.18.2 The drawings submitted by the exhibitors will be kept by the O.C. for it to have a primary visual image of the later Fair grounds. The O.C. will inform the exhibitors or stands builders any error in the construction of the stands reflected in the projects submitted. The Exhibitor is always liable before the Fita, and Fita recommends transferring this liability to its builder.18.3 A drawing of the stand duly approved shall be located at the working area. Otherwise the construction thereof may be cancelled by Fita authorities.18.4 The O.C. may proceed to observe the constructions intended to be made without fulfilling the standards and may cancel the stands upon its decision either due to causes of regulation, aesthetics, safety, stand not completed or the like.18.5 The following obligations have to be previously fulfilled to begin the stand construction:a) Payment of all amounts due for spaces and hiring of additional services.b) Submission of the corresponding documentation within the terms set forth.

19. PROJECT RULES

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19.1 The measures of the Basic Assembly are taken along the panels axis with an approximately thickness of 5 cm. Moreover, according to the modulation of the adopted system, 2 cm for each meter of length has to be deducted in the measures of front and depth of the stand. Therefore, we recommend the exhibitors to obtain from Fita Technical Department the exact measures of the rented space to achieve a correct design and/or decoration of their stands.19.2 The assembly of the stand in Free Spaces without assembly must include the construction of the dividing wall (neighboring stand) of a minimum height of 2.50 m.19.3 All constructions shall be within the space limits. No element may exceed these limits at any height.19.4 The fronts of service counters shall be at a minimum distance of 0,50 m with respect to the front lines of the spaces.19.5 The maximum height allowed for the constructions of the stands shall be 6 (six) meters measured from the existing floor.19.6 An element with a plant projection of 20% from the space surface, as a maximum, may reach 8 m height provided it is retired toward the interior of the space limits and equidistant between parallel sides.19.7 The “blind” surrounding cladding on the aisles (up to 2.50 m high) shall not exceed (in surface) 50% of the facade on each aisle.19.8 The elements on the panels (neighboring stand), exceeding 2.50 m high shall be flat, free of joints or embossing of any kind and of white color.19.9 The volumes or panels of any kind exceeding 2.50 m high and are provided with graphics shall be at least 1 meter away from the partition walls.19.10 The floor allowed load of the Pavilions is 2tn/m2. Consult Fita Technical Department for higher or point loads.19.11 To authorize hanging any kind of structure, it is mandatory to submit 30 days prior to the assembly a hanging drawing with the details of the size, weight and manufacturing of the elements to be hung. This load calculation shall not exceed 50 Kg per point. The hanging service will have an additional charge and the only entitled to perform this service is Expo México, Santa Fe.

20. BASIC ELEMENTS AND PROVISIONS MANDATORY IN THE STAND

20.1 The stand identification number shall be visible on each front of the space.20.2 A general stand power supply switch shall be freely accessible (see 21.3).20.3 The exhibitors renting spaces provided with fire extinguishers or hydrants (see 7.4/1 & 2) shall leave them visible and provide free access thereto.20.4 All stands shall provide free access and movement of disabled persons. In cases of constructions on elevated stages, an access ramp on each front is mandatory.20.5 The stands having a first floor in their projects shall request the corresponding authorization to the Operations Department of Fita. The

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calculation memory of the first floor must be submitted with a strength minimum value of 500 Kg/m² to be approved by Expo Bancomer Santa Fe, and shall be provided with a stair of 0.70cm wide for each 12.5 m² of area with handrail and anti-slippery steps.20.6 The concept to assembly the different elements of a stand shall be ASSEMBLING AND NOT MANUFACTURING, that means that the stands, furniture, displays, stages, etc. shall not be welded or spray-painted within the location, but they shall be pre-manufactured in the workshop to be only assembled in the exhibition floor. It is forbidden to perform ironworks, carpentry, using saws, compressors, welding equipment, air compressors and the like, as well as to use environmentally unfriendly materials.20.7 It is completely forbidden to leave sharp edges or aluminum edges at the stands stages; these must be protected with rubber covers or plastic profiles.

21. ELECTRIC INSTALLATIONS

21.1 The spaces marketed with Basic Assembly include the electric installation pursuant to the standards and Fita will be technically responsible therefor.21.2 In the spaces wherein the stands are to be built under a project, the electric installation shall be performed by a professional electrician.21.3 Due to safety reasons, a switchboard with general power off of the stand shall be available for the Fair staff in case of serious events. The access thereto shall be free 24 hours a day.21.4 The power supply shall be requested at the Fair based on the power calculation for simultaneous use through the Technical Form within the terms set forth in the Time Schedule and the cost thereof shall be paid prior to the commencement of the Fair (see 25.5).Due to technical reasons additional power request will not be served after the term set for this purpose.21.5 It is strictly forbidden to perform clandestine connections and/or connect powers higher to the requested. Not observing this item shall result in the temporary interruption of power, complete interruptions or cancelling of the stand, to the option of the O.C.

22. PROHIBITIONS IN THE ASSEMBLY

22.1 Adhere carpets directly on the floor of the pavilions. This shall be done with double adhesive tape or the like. No contact glues are allowed.22.2 Paint with spray or fog-like paints (using sprayers or compressors) or coating with materials that cause the same effect.22.3 Use masonry materials or any other kind of humid construction or loose materials (pellets, broken stones, sand, sawdust, wallboard of any kind, etc.)

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22.4. Cause any kind of damage such as: paintings, drillings, nailing, wells, foundations, material glued to the floor, walls or any other fixed facility of the area and specially the partition panels where only sticking materials may be installed. The panels damaged shall be invoiced to the person responsible of the stand.22.5 Use any kind of heaters and/or artifacts powered by gas or liquid fuel or any other flammable element. The entrance with tanks to the pavilions of the facilities is prohibited.

23. REQUESTS OF OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL SERVICES WITH EXTRA CHARGE

23.1 The exhibitors may request Fita’s O.C. and/or Expo México, the following Services with extra Charge:a) Power supply, requesting it in the Technical Form within the terms set forth in the Time Schedule (see 25.2).b) Supply of Water and Sewer requesting it in the Technical Form up to 15 days before Fita’s inauguration. After this time this may not be technically possible.23.2 The exhibitors may request Fita’s O.C. information regarding providers for the followingOptional Services with extra charge:a) Rent of equipment, carpet, panels, etc.b) Additional security.c) Cleaning of the stand.d) Telephone line and/or telephone at the stand.e) Computer equipment rental.f) Catering.g) Wired Internet h) Rental of barcode readers

24. DISMANTLING

24.1 The exhibitors must remove their belongings, dismantle and remove the building elements of the stand and return the space and that provided by Fita (see 25.12) in perfect conditions within the time set in the Time Schedule.24.2 In the event that upon the dismantling of the stand, the builder leaves rests of materials, components, parts or elements, etc. that have to be removed by Fita cleaning personnel, the exhibitor shall pay a penalty of $250 US Dollars (two hundred fifty Dollars) per m³.24.3 The dismantling period shall be that set forth in the Time Schedule (see 25.12). The exhibitor shall be responsible for the security of the stand and all its elements during that period

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25. TIME SCHEDULE

25.1 Submission of stand drawings: up to September 1st.25.2 Submission of Cover 1, Technical Data Sheet: up to September 1st.25.3 Submission of Form 2, Catalog Data: up to August 15th.25.4 Submission of Form 3, Badge Application: up to September 5th.25.5 Payment of Power Supply and Services: before September 10th.25.6 Collection of Badges: September 17th – 19th at Expo Bancomer Santa Fe.25.7 Stands Assembly: September 17th from 14:00 to 22:00 hours; September 18th from 8:00 to 22:00 hours and September 19th from 08:00 to 08:00 hours of September 20th (continuous time the entire night).25.8 Bringing of stationery and promotional items: Thursday September 20th from 06:00 to 09:00 hours, only with light vehicles (cars and utility vehicles).25.9 Official Inauguration Ceremony: September 20th at 11:00 hours. (Changes are possible without previous notice)25.10 Opening times just for Professionals: September 20th and 21st from 10:00 to 18:00 hours. (Exhibitors and Personnel may enter at 08:45 hours.)25.11 Fair opening times just for Professionals and General Public: September 22nd

and 23rd from 10:00 to 18:00 hours. (Exhibitors and Personnel may enter at 08:45 hours).25.12 Dismantling and removal of materials: from 20:00 hours of September 23rd

up to 14:00 hours of September 24th (continuous time the entire night).25.13 Provision of the clean area and free from exhibitor items: September 24, 14:00 hours.

26. INTERNET

26.1 Expo Bancomer will provide Internet connectivity services in wired form providing the Exhibitor with an Ethernet point.26.2 The exhibitor shall not install wireless signals under no circumstances; the networks installed by the Exhibitor shall be wired.26.3 The Exhibitor shall install the network within its stand, considering the layout and distribution of cables within its display structure.26.4 Expo Bancomer Staff will provide the exhibitor the network codes and well as the IPs assigned to the exhibitor. The exhibitor shall confirm the codes delivery by signing.26.5 The Exhibitor shall have the staff for the network setting and shall provide the wiring and wired routers for data exchange.

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THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE SUGGESTS SHARING THESE GENERAL REGULATIONS WITH THE STAND BUILDER AND THE PERSON IN CHARGE OF THE EVENT WITHIN THE EXHIBITING COMPANY.

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