will take place at theAriyana Convention Centre (ACC) and Furama Resort, Danang, Vietnam

13-15 March 2018

Seventh International Conference and Exhibition onWater Resources and Renewable Energy

Development in Asiaorganized by

Asia continues to be the continent with the greatest amount of water resources and renewable energy development under way. Some of the world’s most impressive multipurpose dams of alltypes are in operation or under construction, and major programmes continue for the development of more hydropower and other renewable energy schemes such as solar and windpower. These intermittent sources increase the attractiveness of pumped-storage development.

Asia is a region with much past experience to share, on everything from large storage schemes,and transboundary run-of-river hydro plants, to small and micro schemes which are playinga major role in rural socio-economic development.

ASIA 2018 will provide a platform for international experts from around 50 countries to focus onissues of direct relevance to Asia: helping advance projects, which will exploit the remaining renewable energy potential; exploring investment opportunities and strategies; addressing majorchallenges such as climate resilience, and the management of floods and earthquakes; encouraging best practice in project implementation; and, reviewing advances in technology forboth new and refurbishment schemes.

Conference supporting organizations include:

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EVN

Recognizing that Asia is the region of the world with the largest current programme ofwater resources and hydro development, but also some of the greatest challenges toface, including natural hazards, challenging sites, and in some countries limited resources, Aqua~Media has been organizing regional conferences in Asia since 2006.

Working with the major water- and energy-related professional associations, as well asan international steering committee of world-renowned experts, the Aqua~Media teamputs together a technical programme for each event which represents a unique concentration of expertise on all practical and topical areas of interest to the worldwater and renewable energy community. The plenary opening ceremony features national overviews of development potential and keynote addresses; parallel sessionsthen include paper presentations and panel discussions. Side events provide extra opportunities for training, capacity building and business networking.

Previous events in this series have taken place in: Bangkok (2006); Danang (2008);Kuching (2010); Chiang Mai (2012); Colombo (2014); and, Vientiane (2016).Delegates from around 50 countries assemble for the three-day Asian events, so thereis a practical exchange of expertise and experience from representatives of nations at different stages of development.

Who should attendKey participants include government representatives (from ministries and utilities), planners, researchers, consultants, owners and operators of water infrastructure andhydro plants, contractors, suppliers, officers from the relevant professional associations,academics and students.

AMI Hydropower FoundationThis charitable organization, governed by a Board ofInternational Trustees, facilitates the participation ofeligible applicants from the less developed countries,to attend Aqua~Media’s conferences. For moreinformation or to download an application form,visit: www.hydropower-dams.com

H.I. Aker, TurkeyDr G. Annandale, USAI. Araki, JapanDr E. Bellendir, Russian FederationProf L. Berga, SpainProf P. Boeriu, UNESCO-IHER. Bucher, GermanyJ. Cockcroft, Lao PDRV. Denis, SwitzerlandD. Develay, FranceJ-M. Devernay, FranceM. De Vivo, ICOLD, FranceDo Doc Quan, VietnamDr M.R.H. Dunstan, UKM. Fauzi, MalaysiaB. Forbes, AustraliaM. François, FranceJ. Freitas, PortugalM. Gopalakrishnan, IndiaR. Grether, Germany

K. Grubb, UKJ. Gummer, AustraliaW. Hakin, CanadaC.R. Head, UKDr A. Hughes, UKF. Isambert, FranceR.E. Israelsen, USADr Jia Jinsheng, ChinaØ. Johannsen, NorwayB. Kamaladasa, Sri LankaH. Keck, SwitzerlandD. Kenneally, AustraliaV. Kercan, SloveniaDr H. Kreuzer, SwitzerlandA. Kumar, IndiaT. Kunz, SwitzerlandProf R. Lafitte, SwitzerlandDr K. Laksiri, Sri LankaF. Lempérière, FranceB. Leyland, New Zealand

Prof L. Lia, NorwayLin Chuxue, ChinaDr Peter Mason, UKT. Matsuoka, JapanL. Mouvet, SwitzerlandU Myo Myint, MyanmarM. Nazri bin Shahruddin, MalaysiaKanchit Ngamsanroaj, ThailandN. and L. Nielsen, AustraliaA. Nombre, Burkina FasoA. Noorzad, IranIr Zulkifle Osman, MalaysiaA. Palmieri, ItalyD. Paschini, France/Lao PDRProf B. Pelikan, AustriaProf Pham Hong Giang, VietnamDr J. Plummer, UKDr P. Pradhan, NepalP.J. Rae, USADr M. Raeder, Lao PDR

Prof J. Reynolds, UK

Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, Bhutan

F. Coellho da Rocha e Silva, Portugal

M. Rogers, USA

N. Rupasinghe, Sri Lanka

Prof A. Schleiss, Switzerland

Dr A. Scuero, Switzerland

Prof J-J. Simond, Switzerland

Dr Sompop Sucharit, Thailand

Dr Somvang Bouttavong, Lao PDR

Dr S. Sparkes, Norway

Sychath Bouksakitirath, Lao PDR

Y. Thanopoulos, Greece

Tran Tuan Dzung, Vietnam

B. Trouille, USA

Voradeth Phonekeo, Lao PDR

Prof D.A. Williams, UK

Xaypaseuth Phomseupha, Lao PDR

Y. Yamabayashi, Lao PDR

INTERNATIONAL STEERING COMMITTEE

The Asian Regional Conferences

Host countryAfter ten years, Aqua~Media International is very pleased to be returning to Danang,Vietnam, for ASIA 2018, the seventh regional conference on Water Resources and Renewable Energy Development in Asia. VNCOLD, MARD and EVN support the event,and look forward to welcoming the world water and energy community.

Vietnam has around 14 500 MW of installed hydro capacity at large and small plants,supplying more than 30 per cent of national electricity, and today the country is alsoexploiting other renewable energy options, such as solar and wind power.

The country has much valuable experience to share, of impressive water storageschemes such as the recently completed Son La, Lai Chau and Trung Son schemes, andthe on-going Huoi Quang and Thuong Kon Tum projects. With the aim of adding about90 GW of new generating capacity by 2030 to meet current demand growth, Vietnam isstrongly encouraging private sector development.

Future plans also include pumped-storage development. Dam safety, climate resilience,flood control and transboundary schemes are key areas of interest.

Congress CentreThe Ariyana Convention Centre (ACC) is a recently completed state-of-the art meetingfacility, adjacent to the luxurious and attractive Furama resort, where ASIA 2008 tookplace. This new centre is appropriate to host our conference, which has also grown overten years in size and scope. In November, ACC hosted the APEC 2017 gathering of heads of state and economic leaders of the Asia Pacific region.

The ASIA 2018 conference sessions and exhibition will take place within ACC, and delegates will also be able to benefit from all facilities of the Furama resort close by.

Access to DanangDanang will be an ideal meeting point for delegates from all parts of the world. The airport, the third largest and busiest in the country, has being expanded earlier thisyear. There are already direct connections with a number of international airports suchas Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Seoul, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Siem Reap,Hangzhou, Chengdu, Nanning, etc, as well as the Vietnamese cities of Hanoi and Ho ChiMinh, to the north and south, respectively.

Danang International airport is located less than 15 minutes drive from ACC and Furama.

Nationals of some countries do not require visas for a stay in Vietnam of less than 15days. However, for those requiring a visa in advance, further information will be provided at the time of conference registration.

AccommodationRooms are being blocked for ASIA 2018 participants in a range of hotels to suit allbudget categories. The luxurious Furama hotel will be the main headquarters hotel,and other hotels close to the conference centre and Furama resort will also be availableto book through our event managers:

ASK Event Management Ltd, UK. Please note that this is theonly organization officially representing the ASIA 2018 conference for accommodation bookings. ASK will also be handling conference registration and tours.

Please beware of scam accommodation bureaux, which often approach conferenceparticipants by telephone or email, implying that they represent us. We strongly recommend that credit card details are not given to these organizations.

The Venue

Pre-Conference Workshops

Many factors are considered in the design andconstruction of the optimum hydropower project. Allparts of a scheme are interrelated and interdependent.Change one component and all others are affected.This workshop, following the successful one held atASIA 2016 in Vientiane, Laos, is aimed at people whoare, or will be, involved in hydropower developmentas part of rural electrification programmes. It willcover run-of-river hydro projects in the ‘pico’ to ‘mini’range: approximately 1 kW to 1 MW capacity.

As this is a diverse form of energy production, thereare always areas which are unfamiliar to people,despite many individual specialisms. This workshopaims to fill in the gaps, and help people to gain agood basic grounding in the topic.All relevant aspects will be covered, from rainfall toenergy evaluation, including:

•Analysis of scheme location and definition of potential catchments•Turning rainfall into an available flow range from a catchment and development of a flow duration curve•Power and energy generated calculation•Intake structures, channel and/or pipeline routes and sizing•Turbine selection•Generator, controls and switchgear options•Grids, national and local

This will be a ‘hands-on’ workshop, which will involvethe participants, working in groups, in developing anactual hydropower project during the day. After presentations on the individual scheme aspects, thegroups will put together the components of the project.This will follow through to the completed design.

Design a small hydropower project in one day (Monday 12 March)

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Monday 12 March: Prior to the start of theconference, ASIA 2018 participants and theiraccompanying persons are invited to join a tripto explore some touristic sites in the regionaround the city of Danang.

The tour will depart mid-morning from theAriyana Convention Centre, arriving first atMarble Mountains. Of the five mountains, ThuySon is the most famous, with several caves whichbecame home to Buddhist sanctuaries. Visitorscan choose to ascend the 156 steps to thesummit, or take the elevator, before beingguided through the caves and pagodas.

Travelling via the famous Dragon Bridge, thegroup will arrive at the Waterfront Restaurant fora three-course lunch, with views overlooking theHan river. After lunch, the tour will continue ashort distance north of the city centre to the SonTra peninsula. Clearly visible from the city below,the impressive Lady Buddha statue stands 67 m

high, alongside the beautiful Linh Ung Pagoda.Guests will have the opportunity to learn aboutthe spiritual place of worship, as well as taking inspectacular sea views, before returning to theconference hotels.

Half-day Cultural Excursion

Globally, women in the renewable energy sector make up 35 per cent of the workforce. About 46 percent of women in renewable energy companies perform administrative roles, 28 per cent technicaland 32 per cent managerial roles. Despite some representation of women in high level positions atthese organizations, there is room to improve genderdiversity in the management and workforce ofrenewable energy companies. Research demonstrates that hiring more women injobs and departments with predominantly men improves team dynamics and performance. Companies that engage in gender diverse leadershipearn up to 35 per cent more return on equity. In

addition, engaging women in renewable energy development and investments ensures equitable benefit sharing and reduces risk. In this workshop, hydropower professionals will have theopportunity to discuss the business case for genderdiversity in renewable energy companies. As IFC and ICHenvironmental and social specialists will demonstrate, byincreasing gender diversity, companies improveefficiency and enhance sustainability.Drawing on examples from the region, workshopparticipants will explore how to mainstream genderinto their work. Tools and gender-smart approacheswill be introduced to help guide companies betterunderstand how to conduct gender environmental and

social impact assessments.To register for this workshop please contact KateLazarus, IFC Hydro Advisory Team lead at:klazarus@ifc.org or Laura Bull, ICH Head of Studies at:Laura@ich.no

Gender and hydropower workshop: The business case for diversity - IFC and ICH joint workshop

Members of the Hydropower Developers’ WorkingGroup will meet for a regional discussion on the Group’sprogress and plans in Lao PDR, Myanmar and Pakistan.This event is for HDWG members only, and will be an op-

portunity for members to network with developers fromaround the region, and to discuss how the workinggroup is tackling some of the most pressing issues in thesector. This event is for HDWG members only.

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Regional Hydropower Developers’ Working Group Meeting (Monday 12 March)

Conference Sessions

The preliminary programme set out below lists the papers which have been accepted by the Steering Committee and Organizers, based on theCall for Papers. Additional speakers and panellists are now being invited for several sessions, and the programme will be updated periodically

on the website: www.hydropower-dams.com

TUESDAY 13 MARCHOpening Plenary Sessionw Welcome to ASIA 2018 and conference session preview – Alison Bartle, Aqua~Media International Ltd, UK

Opening addresses from:w Nguyen Cuong Lam, Vice President, EVN, Vietnamw Rana Pratap Singh, UNIDO w Prof Anton Schleiss, President, ICOLDw Felix Reinders, President ICIDw Niels M. Nielsen, Joint Secretary, IEA-Hydrow Dr Pham Tuan Phan, CEO, Mekong river Commissionw Prof Pham Hong Giang, President, VNCOLD

Keynote messages from:w Ousmane Dione, Country Director for Vietnam, The World Bankw Lakhdeep Babra, Environment, Senior Manager of Environment, Social and Governance Department in Asia Pacific, International Finance Corporation – Launch of the new IFC ‘Hydropower Toolkit’w Amb. Tariq A. Karim, Former Ambassador for Bangladesh to India – Cross-border cooperation to promote hydropower development

National overviews: development potential, activities and plansw Contributions from several Asian countries -------------------------- Lunch --------------------------1. Finance and risk Chair: Dr Judith Plummer Braeckman, University of Cambridge, UK w Are we learning over time? – Dr Judith Plummer Braeckman, University of Cambridge, UK; J. Kirchherr, University of Utrecht, Netherlands; T. Disselhoff, University of Lüneburg, Germanyw Credit enhancement strategies for major greenfield hydro in emerging markets – K. Malone, King & Spalding, Singapore; R. Connor, King & Spalding, UKw Hydropower risk and how the parties perceive it: A lender’s perspective – A. Noble, WSP Australia Pty Ltd, Australiaw Development of bankable hydropower projects in South-East Asia using Monte Carlo Simulation – F-P. Nagel and M. Fuentes, ILF Consulting Engineers (Asia) Ltd, Thailand

Panel discussion:w New Directions in hydropower finance. Panellists will include Dr Judith Plummer Braeckman, (University of Cambridge, UK), Walter Heiser (DFDL, Asia), Oliver Behrend (International Finance Corporation, Vietnam)

2. Flood protection and hydrologyChair: Prof L. Berga, Hon. President of ICOLD, Spainw Hydrological and reservoir modelling for enhanced design, construction and operation: The case of Nam Theun 1 hydropower project – P. Stanzel, H. Kling and M. Fuchs, Pöyry Energy GmbH, Austria; S. Martin, Pöyry Energy Ltd, Thailandw Flood detention dams in developing community environments: Special challenges – J.O. Grimston, D. Knappstein and P.D. McCallum, Tonkin & Taylor, New Zealand, M.S. Razak, Auckland Council, New Zealandw Integrated systems analysis of cascading hydropower and flood control dam

facilities – R.C. Patev US Army Corps of Engineers, USA; A. Komey and G.B. Baecher, University of Maryland, USAw Hydrometeorological monitoring and forecasting system for the Xayaburi hydro plant – B. Graff and S. Legrand, CNR Engineering, France; S. Puangpatcharakul, and C. Sampic, CK Power PCL, Thailandw Development of a system operation model for the Mahaweli river basin, Sri Lanka – J. Mödinger, B. Dibrani and B. Freeman, Lahmeyer International GmbH, Germany; L.R.H. Perera, Ministry of Mahaweli Development & Environment, Sri Lankaw The diversion works for the Cua Dat CFRD in Vietnam – M. Ho Ta Khanh, Pham Hong Giang and M. Dinh Sy Quat, VNCOLD, Vietnamw The role of hydropower plant reservoir system in flood control: The case of the Vu Gia-Thu Bon river catchment, Vietnam – Ngoc Duong Vo and Thanh Hao Nguyen, The University of Danang, Vietnam; P. Gourbesville, University of Nice, France

3. Civil design and constructionChair: Luc Deroo, ISL, Francew A review of Lao electric power technical design standards (LEPTS) – S. Boutsakitirath, Ministry of Energy and Mines, Lao PDR; P.C. Jose, Entura Hydro Tasmania, India; C. Grant, Multiconsult UK Ltd, UKw Design improvements implemented at the Xayaburi hydro scheme – P. Diggelmann, Pöyry Switzerland Ltd; and K. Sierotzki and R. Schmidiger, Pöyry Energy Ltd, Thailand; Dr M. Raeder, Xayaburi Power Co Ltd, Lao PDRw Design of an ACSC for the Upper Kon Tum hydro plant – T.E. Røse, A. Koksæter, K. Dalviken, O. Skuncke and B. Børresen, Multiconsult Norge AS, Norway; K. Vereide, NTNU, Norwayw The Mtkvari hydro plant headworks: Main technical and layout solutions – M. Levytskyi and M. Symvol, Ukrhydroproject PJSC, Ukraine w New high CFRD in Lao PDR for the Nam Ngum 3 hydro plant – X. Ducos, M. Monkachi and Q. Bercher, Artelia Eau et Environnement, France; K. Phet, Electricité du Laos, Lao PDR w The application of BIM 5D during the construction of the powerhouse of the Golen Gol hydropower plant in Pakistan for monitoring purposes – C. Siemer, Fichtner GmbH & Co KG, Germanyw Construction of the diversion tunnel for the Nam Theun I hydro project – A. Sorgenfrei, S. Ceriani and J. Kaelin, Pöyry Switzerland Ltd

4. Contractual and legal aspectsChair: Peter Rae, Peter J. Rae Consulting, Canadaw Power project acquisitions in Southeast Asian emerging markets: Key issues

– W. Heiser, DFDL Legal & Tax, Thailandw The Scheme Freeze design stage in small hydropower: How to avoid a design thaw – A. Noble, WSP Australia Pty Ltd, Australiaw Contractual and legal framework including power purchase agreement for hydropower development in Nepal – G.P. Kayastha, Chilime Engineering & Services Company Limited, Nepalw Electrifying Myanmar: Pathway cleared for power project approvals – D. Seibert, DFDL, Myanmarw Puah hydropower scheme: Contractual issues relating to electrical and mechanical works – C.F. Kun, SNC-Lavalin Power (M) Sdn Bhd, Malaysia; A.Y. Othman, Tenaga Nasional Berhad, Malaysiaw Development concept for the Nam Ou river basin cascade project, Laos – Shen Yuming, Zhang Guolai and Bai Cunzhong, Power China Resources Ltd, China

Conference Sessions5. Climate issuesChair: Pravin Karki, Global Lead, Hydropower and Dams, The World Bankw Understanding and mitigating the climate risk in hydropower generation – L. Canale, Senior Hydropower Specialist, The World Bankw New trends in structuring hydrologic risk mitigation instruments in emerging countries – H. Ibarra, Global Parametrics, UKw MRC study on climate change impact on water resources and hydropower – Dr Nguyen Dinh Cong, Planning Division, Mekong River Commission Secretariat, Lao PDRw Planning and designing the Tha Htay hydroelectric project for sustainability and climate resilience – U Min Khaing, Ministry of Electricity and Energy, Myanmar; R. Wood and D.A. Wright, Multiconsult, Norway; O.E. Kjærstad, Norconsult, Norwayw Hydrology forecast and upstream detention to avoid flood and drought: Study of the Rugam reservoir, Eastern dry zone of Sri Lanka – B.G.T. Lasantha Guruge, (Speaker: W.A.U. Weerasundara) Department of Irrigation, Sri Lanka

6. Civil engineering: Materials for damsChair: Dr Malcolm Dunstan, MD&A, UK w 3D BIM used to model the construction infrastructure at the Changuinola 1 project, Panama: A contributory factor for the efficient placement of the RCC – C. Hicks, Krow LLC, USA; Dr M. Dunstan, MD&A, UK; w Quality aspects of the main RCC dam construction at the Nam Ngiep 1 hydropower project – Y. Aosaka, B. Egailat, J.E.M. Cockcroft, T. Seoka and A. Mitsuzumi, Nam Ngiep 1 Power Company, Lao PDR; H. Iota, Obayashi Corporation, Laos w How a better knowledge of tensile strength may help improve the design of RCC dams– M. Giovagnoli and P. Mastrofini, Salini- Impregilo SpA, Italy; R. Saccone, Mapei SpA, Italy; E. Schrader, Consultant, USAw Efficiency of using flyash and crushing sand in RCC in Vietnam – Tran Xuan Sinh and Nguyen Thi Mai Phuong, PECC1, Vietnamw Impervious diaphragm of earth dam made with bored secant clay-cement concrete piles – R.N. Orischuk, JSC VNIIG, Russiaw Geomembranes to prevent leakage: Recent dam projects in South East Asia – A. Scuero, G. Vaschetti and J. Cowland, Carpi Tech SA, Switzerlandw Design and construction of composite geomembrane face rockfill dam of Nam Ou 6 hydropower station – Y.M. Sheng, G.L. Zhang and C.Z. Bai, Power China Resources Ltd, China; C.J. Tang, Nam Ou Power Company Ltd, China

WEDNESDAY 14 MARCH7. Hydropower machineryChair: Daniel Paschini, EDF, France

Hydraulic machineryw Electro-mechanical equipment for Vietnam’s Son La and Lai Chau hydropower project – Xuejun Gao, GE Renewable Energy, ChinawNew challenges for bulb turbines – T. Eiper and D. Sitz, Andritz Hydro GmbH, AustriawRecent developments in axial turbines: Jinsha and Don Sahong case studies – A. Bombenger, A. Cuvillier and F. Brouard, GE Renewable Energy, France, Jie Liu, GE Renewable Energy, China

Electrical machineryw SSFR test case studies and parameter identification for large hydro generators– U. Bhatt, S. Kamarsu and S. Yerukonda, GE Renewable Energy, IndiawUsing an air gap monitoring system – A. Tétreault (speaker, D. Chen), Vibrosystm Inc, Canada

Refurbishment/O&MwKaplan rehabilitation technology: Challenges to face making old hydro plants fit for the future – M. Collins and S. Weissenberger, Andritz Hydro GmbH, Austriaw The Da Nhim hydropower plant expansion project in full progress – Nguyen Dinh Chien, Da Nhim HPP Expansion PMB, DHD/EVN, Vietnam; T. Okamura, Nippon Koei Co, Ltd, Japanw Scrap and build initiative: Setoyama hydroelectric power project – M. Nakai, H. Weihao, K. Ono and S. Nakamura, Voith Fuji Hydro KK, Japan

8. Sustainable hydropower development andtransboundary cooperation in the Mekong river basinChair: Dr Thim Ly, Mekong River Commission w The MRC’s preliminary improved design guidance for proposed mainstream (and significant tributary) dams in the Lower Mekong Basin – Palakorn Chanbanyong and Voradeth Phonekeo, Mekong River Commission, Lao PDR; H. Locher, Consultant, Australia; S. Krohn, Consultant, Australia w The MRC’s updated Sustainable Hydropower Development Strategy – Palakorn Chanbanyong, H. Pich An and Dr Thim Ly, Mekong River Commission, Cambodia; S. Krohn, Consultant, AustraliawMRC’s environment monitoring in the Lower Mekong basin: A case of water quality monitoring – Dr Dao Thi Ngoc Hoang, Mekong River Commission, Vietnamw Transboundary cooperation on significant water resources management issues between Cambodia and Vietnam in the Sesan-Srepok river basin – Dr P. Uraiwong, Mekong River Commission, Lao PDR

9. Natural hazard and disaster risk managementChair: Prof John Reynolds, Reynolds International, UK w KEYNOTE: The role of disaster risk management strategies in managing natural hazards – J. Reynolds, Reynolds International Ltd, UKw Countermeasures against large-scale behaviour of a mudstone slope at the Rajamandala hydropower project – M. Asakawa, Y. Higuchi and M. Terakawa, Kansai Electric Power Co Ltd, Japan w Impacts of the recent M7.3 magnitude earthquake on the Derbendikhan dam, Kurdistan-Iraq – H.A. Hawramany, Ministry of Electricity, Iraq w Safety of rockfill dams in relation to earthquake action– Prof Xu Zeping, CHINCOLD/IWHR, Chinaw Progress on earthquake disaster counter-measures for hydropower projects in China - J. Zhou, Power Construction Corporation, China, G. Wang and Y. Duan, Power China Kunming Engineering Corporation, Chinaw Recent efforts to secure the seismic safety of large dams in Japan – Dr T. Ohmachi, Japan Dam Engineering Centre, Japan

10. Cross-border projects and international collaborationChair: Chhewang Rinzin, Druk Green Power Corp, Bhutan w Optimize and minimize: Why hydropower companies should consider cumulative impacts – K. Lazarus, International Finance Corporation wAn analysis of the integrated benefits by water resources development in the Lancang-Mekong region – Lui Wenkun, Xiang Jun and Mei Zhihong, China Power Kunming Engineering Corporation Ltd, ChinawHow transboundary hydro project development models used in South America could be applied to Asian cross-border projects: Case of the bi-national stretch of the Uruguay river – G.S.C. Rocha and F.L. Luchesi, Worley Parsons, BrazilwPanel discussion on cross-border collaboration in the BBIN region (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India Nepal)

11. Challenging sitesChair: Prof Xu Zeping, CHINCOLD and IWHR, Chinaw Engineering design of Longhaikou hydro project – Ye Jianqun, Zheng Pengxiang and Tu Chengyi, Huadong Engineering Corp, China

Conference Sessionsw Construction of the Nam Lik 1 run-of-river project, Lao PDR, in adverse conditions – E. Mine, Tractebel, France; V. Sysomvang, Tractebel, Thailand; P. Chandee, Nam Lik 1 Power Corp, Lao PDRwGeological difficulties in the main dam foundation at the Nam Ngiep 1 hydropower project – T. Tabuchi, Y. Murakami and Y. Higuchi, Kansai Electric Power Co, Japan; T. Kawata, H. Ueda and T. Seoka, Nam Ngiep 1 Power Company, Lao PDRw The design of the upper reservoir for the Kaniv pumped-storage plant in difficult engineering-geological conditions – V. Ryzhyi and V. Galat, Ukrhydroproject PRJSC, Ukraine; A. Riabenko, National University of Water and Environmental Engineering, Ukrainew Suitability of the underground geological conditions as a critical decisive factor of the hydropower project site: Case study of the Masang 2 project, Indonesia – D. Claudia and N. Suryakomara, PT PLN Indonesia; S. Visona, AF-Consult Switzerland; J.P. Basuki, PT Kwarsa Hexagon, IndonesiawGeological and geotechnical challenges faced during excavation of the underground powerhouse and headrace tunnel for Mangdechhu, Bhutan – A.K. Mishra, R.K. Chaudhary, P. Punetha and I. Ahmed, Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project Authority, Bhutan

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12. Pumped-storage technology and developmentChair: Eric Guilleminot, Mott MacDonald, USA

wPain and gain of using pumped-storage powerplants for fast grid support – M. Bruns and J. Koutnik, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co KG, GermanywDevelopment planning of pumped-storage power stations – Yao Chenchen, Yang Lifeng and Zhang Yannan, Power China Huadong Engineering Corporation Ltd, Chinaw Li-Ion battery versus pumped storage: A comparison of raw material and investment costs including CO2 footprints – K. Krüger, Voith Hydro Holding, Germany; P. Mann, N. Van Bracht and A. Moser, IAEW, Germanyw Commissioning experience on recent pumped-storage plants – J. Koutnik, M. Giese and M. Bruns, Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co. KG, Germanyw Theoretical prediction of performance curves of pump turbines at a low specific speed – Nho Thi Nguyen, Thuyloi University, Vietnam; Vu Van Truong and Anh Viet Truong, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnamw Some improvement in design of a pump turbine at a low specific speed – Nho Thi Nguyen, Thuyloi University, Vietnam; Vu Van Truong and Anh Viet Truong, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, VietnamwHydraulic application aspects on speed variable pump-turbines – R. Schrepler, T. Schöner and L. Ködding, Voith Hydro, GermanywVacuum generator circuit breakers: Innovative switching technology ideal for pumped-storage powerplants - H. Urbanek and K.R. Venna, Siemens, Germany

13. Development potential and planningChair: H. Irfan Aker, Dolsar Engineering, Turkeyw The huge potential of tidal energy in Asia – F. Lempérière, Hydrocoop, France; M. Ho Ta Kanh, VNCOLD, Vietnam; L. Deroo, ISL, Francew Upgrading hydro equipment and facilities to enhance safety and production: RusHydro’s progress and plans for 2012-2025– E. Bellendir, RusHydro - Hydroproject Institute, Russiaw PEACH, a tool for hydropower plant planning and development – X. Nayau, A. Dols, B. Peltié and N. Van Hecke, ISL Ingénierie, Francew Lao coordination and monitoring center (CMC): Concept and principles – B. Graff and S. Trossat, CNR Engineering, Lao PDR; Daovong Phonekeo

and Chansaveng Boungnong, Ministry of Energy and Mines (DEPP), Laos w Enhancing sustainability in the hydropower development of Nepal – U. Khatiwada, NRN Investment Ltd, Nepal

14. Safety of dams and appurtenant worksCo-Chairs: Dr Harald Kreuzer, Consultant, Switzerland; Dr Andy Hughes, Consultant, UKw Effect of foundation conditions on stability behaviour on Nam Theun 1, Laos – M. Goltz, S. Ceriani and P. Nater, Pöyry Switzerland Ltd; B. Mayer, Pöyry Energy GmbH, Austria; S. Martin, Pöyry Energy, Thailandw Evidence-based decision making for dam rehabilitation in large portfolios of dams in Vietnam – P. Amos and B. Veale, Damwatch Engineering Ltd, New Zealand; Nguyen Canh Thai, Thy Loi University, Vietnam; K. Berryman, GNS Science, New ZealandwDam safety and emergency planning in reservoir cascades – I. Davison and G. Webby, Damwatch Engineering, New Zealandw Emerging technologies in instrumentation and monitoring of tunnels and underground caverns – P. Mehrotra, Encardio-rite Electronics Pvt Ltd, India

15. Synergy in renewable energy sourcesChair: Dr Kamal Laksiri, Ceylon Electricity Board, Sri LankawAdding renewable to hydro: Practical benefits in Southeast Asia – M. Beraud and N. Bourcier, Tractebel Engie, France; F. Depierreux, Tractebel Engie, Thailandw Solar-hydro: A hydropower storage solution for solar energy with competitive cost – H. Meurisse, Ciel & Terre, France; S. Amazzal, LJ Hydro Consultancy, Vietnam; B. Peltié and L. Deroo, ISL Ingénierie, Francew The comprehensive development model of hydropower, wind power and photovoltaic to promote the development of new energy – Lu Di, Zhao Yan and Shao Yinlong, Huadong Engineering Corporation Ltd, ChinawOptimization of hydropower plants operating with solar and wind energy plants – A. Kumar, A. Gupta, D.K. Khatod and S. Kumar Singal, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India; M. Shivamalla, Karnataka Power Corporation, India w From assessment of hydropower resources to strategies for sustainable hydropower development and electricity supply in Bhutan – H. Hildebrand, Fichtner GmbH & Co KG, Germany; M. Gyeltshen, Ministry of Economic Affairs, BhutanwOptimal planning of off-grid hybrid energy system using HOMER Pro in Ladakh, India – K. Ishey, Jammu & Kashmir Power Development Department, India; D. Das, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Indiaw Synergy of hydro and renewables: Installation of floating solar systems at existing hydropower plants – Y. Nochovkin, V. Dragomyretskyi and I. Zhdanov, Ukrhydroenergo PRJSC, Ukraine

16. Asset management Chair: Niels M. Nielsen, Joint Secretary, IEA Hydro w Objectives and scope of Annex XV: Maintenance works and decision-making for hydro facilities – Y. Mizuhashi, Electric Power Development Co Ltd, Japanw Hydropower asset management and risk-based decision making – N.M. Nielsen, Kator Research Services, Australia and J. Porter, Hydro Tasmania, Australia w Case study of decision-making for upgrading a hydro facility – H. Murashige, Japan Electric Power Information Center Inc., Japanw The use of asset failure risk as a driver for sustainable investments – B. Neijens, Copperleaf Technologies, Canada wDam safety and hydro asset management: Capacity bulding in Asia – P. Droz and S. Mützenberg, Stucky SA, Switzerland; F. Ferranti, Stucky Asia, Thailand; U Min Khaing, Ministry of Electricity and Energy, Myanmar

Conference Sessions17. Dichotomy in treating the safety of large and small damsChair: Dr Harald Kreuzer, Consultant, Switzerlandw Low hazard small dams – M. Ho Ta Khanh, VNCOLD, Vietnam/France; F. Lempérière, Hydrocoop, France; A. Nombre, CNBB, Burkina Fasow Improving the safety of small embankment dams: from lessons learnt from failures to cost-effective methods and solutions to assess the safety and reinforce the dams – J-R. Courivaud, EDF, France; M. Ho Ta Khanh, Dam Expert, Francew Learning from dam incidents and accidents – A. Hughes, Dam Expert, UK

Panel discussion:While there have been advances in the use of risk assessment for largedams, on the other hand, treating the safety of the thousands of small damsis continuously neglected because their individual risk is too insignificant tobe seriously considered. This disregards the considerable cumulative damageof thousands of small dams with their higher failure rate as compared withlarge dams. Panellists will discuss this issue from engineering, social andenvironmental perspectives.

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18. Environmental aspectsChair: Lakhdeep Babra, IFC Environment, Social and GovernanceManager for Asia w IFC’s environmental, health and safety guidance document for hydropower: A new standard for emerging economies – G. Gregoire, IFC, USAw Indirect environmental impacts: Who is responsible? – P.G. Jensen, Nam Ngiep Power Company, Lao PDRw Environmental compliance and monitoring during the construction period: Lessons learned from Nam Ngiep 1 hydro project – P.G. Jensen, and K. Xaysomphou, Nam Ngiep Power Company, Lao PDR; K. Phonsavat, International Finance Corporationw Fish and fishery monitoring of the Nam Ngiep 1 hydropower project – M.R. Frederik, T. Visser, H. Winastu and N. Wongyai, Nam Ngiep Power Company, Lao PDRwDiscussion on ‘Advancing sustainability in the hydropower sector’

19. Small hydro technologyCo-Chairs: Prof David Williams and Gordon Black, Learning Hydro, UKw Small hydro: Appropriate turbine choices to reduce overall cost – C. Gentner, GE Renewable Energy, Switzerland (speaker, G. Nicolas)wReducing the environmental impact of small hydropower plants: Adoption of hybrid servomotor governors – T. Suzuki and I. Komuro, Nippon Koei Co Ltd, JapanwPractical case of auxiliary system design in a critical small hydro installation– I. Labiano, Ingeteam Power Technology SA, Spain

20. Gateworks and spillwaysChair: Dr Peter Mason, MWH, UK w The design and manufacture of the large radial gates for the Xayaburi hydro scheme in Lao PDR – S. Wingrove and D. Griffiths, KGAL Consulting Engineers, UKw The approach of a large water undertaking to assess the condition of gates and valves – Dr A. Hughes, Consultant, UK w Innovative solutions to increase flow capacity of spillways and maximize dam safety – L. Deroo, A. Chapuis, and O. Lapeyre, ISL Ingénierie, Francew Innovative spillway refurbishment – N. Crosby and T. Doyle, KGAL Consulting Engineers, UK

w Experimental study of a ski jump spillway at the Nam Ngiep I hydro project – T. Takahashi, Y. Murakami and M. Asakawa, Kansai Electric Power Co Japan; and Y. Aosaka, Nam Ngiep 1 Power Company, Laos

21. Social aspectsChair: Lori Nielsen, Joint Secretary, IEA Hydrow Trung Son hydropowers project: Meeting growing energy demands – F. Gerner and Ky Hong Tran, World Bank, Vietnamw Community benefit sharing in the Tina river hydropower project – E.C. Johnson, World Bank; F. Cimato, Independent Consultant, UKw Self-resettlement planning and follow-up at the Nam Ngiep 1 hydropower project – V. Somsoulivong, M.R. Frederik, P. Inphomma, and K. Inthavong, Nam Ngiep Power Company, Lao PDR wPeople participation in designing the resettlement area and livelihood restoration programme at the Nam Ngiep 1 hydro project – M.R. Frederik, S. Phommahack, V.G. Chanoriyia and Y. Yamabayashi, Nam Ngiep 1 Power Company, Lao PDR

22. International small hydro potential and developmentChair: Prof Arun Kumar, Alternate Hydro Energy Centre, Indian Institute of Technology - Roorkee, Indiaw Small hydropower in Asia: Developments and knowledge dissemination – Yingnan Zhang, ICSHP, Chinaw Big challenges in small hydro – P. Diggelmann, M.P. Bieri and

R. Braunshofer, Pöyry Energy Ltd, ThailandwPlanning and development in small hydropower in Lao PDR: Project preparation: Making projects bankable – J.R. Chin and S. Amazzal, LJ Hydro Consultancy, Lao PDRwHow to use experience from Norwegian small hydro development to build more MW per US$ in Asia – J. Arenal Martin, A. Koksæter and L.M. Kullberg, Multiconsult ASA, Norway; K. Noren, Multiconsult UK Ltd

23. Sedimentation managementChair: Prof Anton Schleiss, President, ICOLD, Switzerlandw Financing reservoir sediment management for sustainability – R. Hotchkiss, Brigham Young University, USAw Sediment handling at the Indrawati III Intake, Nepal – J. Zamora Montoya and T. Jacobsen, Sedicon AS, Norwayw Impact of the Koshi barrage and embankment on river morphology and dynamics – L. Devkota, ILF Consulting Engineers (Asia), Thailand; S. Giri, Deltares, The Netherlands; B.R. Baral, Queen Mary University of London, UK; A. Crosato, IHE Delft, The Netherlandsw Multifunctional small dredging solutions for the mainteance of deep irrigation reservoirs and hydropower dams – O.P. Marcus, Damen Shipyards Gorinchem, The Netherlandsw3D simulation study of flusing at the intake and weir of the Masang hydro plant, Indonesia – B. Pandra, PT PLN Indonesia; H. Salem and S.F. Visona, AF-Consult, Switzerland; P.A. Wardhana, PT Kwarsa Hexagon, Indonesia

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Closing plenary sessionw Session outcomes and recommendationsw Summaries of the side events (SHP Workshop; Hydro Developers’ Working Group; IFC Workshop on Gender Diversity)w Conclusions of ASIA 2018

ASIA 2018 Timetable

Social ProgrammeAs usual, a full social programme will provideopportunities for continued networking in arelaxed atmosphere, and a chance to experiencethe best of Vietnamese entertainment andcuisine.

Reception for Chairmen and SpeakersA reception will be held for Chairmen and Speakers after their briefing on 12 March. Thiswill be at the nearby Furama resort, overlookingthe swimming pool and ocean .

Welcome ReceptionThe ASIA 2018 Welcome Reception, co-hosted byAndritz Hydro, will be in the setting of a tropicalgarden at Furama, on 13 March. A buffet supper

will be served, and there will be musical enter-tainment.

Exhibition Networking PartyOn Wednesday 14 March, the Exhibition Hallsat ACC will remain open after the conference

sessions have finished, to enable participants tospend longer touring the exhibition and meetingthe international companies represented.Snacks and apéritifs will be served, so thatnetworking

Farewell Beach PartyFor the Farewell Gala dinner, on 15 March,we will not miss the opportunity to have thespectacular ocean as a background. A beachparty will be organized on the sand, betweenthe coconut palms, at the elegant Furamaresort. The dinner will include a barbecue,a lavish buffet, and plenty of entertainment, toprovide a memorable ending to the ASIA 2018discussions.

Monday 12 March Tuesday 13 March Wednesday 14 March Thursday 15 March

From 08.30 hrs: 08.30 hrs: 09.00 hrs: 09.00 hrs: Conference Registration opens Opening Plenary Session: Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Exhibition set-up for custom stands only Welcome addresses • Hydraulic machinery - I • Environmental aspects Keynote addresses • Trans-boundary collaboration for sustainable hydro • Small hydro - I • Natural hazard and disaster risk management • Gates and spillways Coffee Coffee Coffee 10.45 hrs: Excursion departs for Plenary Session continues Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Marble Mountains and Son Tra National overviews of water resources • Hydraulic machinery - II • Social issues (including lunch) and hydropower potential and • Cross-border collaboration • Small hydro - II development plans • Challenging construction sites • Sedimentation management Lunch Lunch Lunch

14.00 hrs: Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: Access to stands for exhibitors • Project finance and managing risk • Pumped storage: Role and technology • Hydrology and flood protection • Development potential and plans • Civil engineering: design and construction • Safety of dams and appurtenant works Coffee Coffee Closing Plenary Session: 19.00 hrs: Chairpersons’ Meeting Parallel Sessions: Parallel Sessions: • Summary and outcomes followed by • Contractual and legal aspects • Synergy between renewable energies • Welcome to HYDRO 2018, Poland 19.30 hrs: • Climate issues • Asset management • Closing of the ASIA 2018 conference Speakers’ Briefing at the • Civil engineering: Material for dams • Treating the safety of large and small dams Coffee ACC

20.00 hrs: 19.30 hrs: Welcome Reception 17.30 hrs: Networking party in the Exhibition Halls 19.30 hrs: Conference Dinner

Speakers’ and Chairpersons’ Reception Furama tropical gardens Beach Party (Furama resort)

Ocean Gallery, Furama Resort Co-hosted by Andritz Hydro (Evening free) Hosted by Aqua~Media International

A major technical exhibition will run alongside the ASIA 2018 conference (13-15 March), showcasing the latest developments in the waterand renewable energy sectors, as well as the activities of professional associations, and the services of specialist consultants, contractors andequipment suppliers. All lunch and refreshment breaks will take place in the spacious exhibition halls, and there will be a networking partyafter the conference sessions on 14 March to provide an additional opportunity for meetings between exhibitors and international delegates.Exhibition stands are available in units of 6 m2, and custom-built units can be arranged. Some favourable positions still remain; if you wouldlike to book a place, we recommend that you contact the Sales Team as soon as possible.

A number of sponsorship opportunities are available, for example items such as conference bags, water coolers, coffee and lunch breaks,WiFi, and various social events. Full details can be obtained from our Sales & Marketing team, and are also available on our website.

Meanwhile, for futher information or to reserve an exhibition stand, contact: Dr Lukas Port, Mrs Maria Loredo or Mrs Melanie Ganz • Tel: + 44 20 8773 7250/7251/7252 • Email: sales@hydropower-dams.com

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Industry Sponsors (by February 2018)

To view the up-to-date ASIA 2018 exhibition plan and exhibitor list, please visit:www.hydropower-dams.com

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Technical Exhibition

Stands booked by January 2018 (Bold type denotes Conference Sponsors)

AF-Consult Switzerland www.afconsult.com/en 89

Andritz Hydro GmbH www.andritz.com 5

Artelia, France www.arteliagroup.com 81

ATB Riva Calzoni, Italy ATB Riva Calzoni, Italy 58

Bosch Rexroth BV, The Netherlands www.boschrexroth.nl 27

Carpi, Switzerland www.carpitech.com 13

Cink Hydro - Energy ks, Czech Republic www.cink-hydro-energy.com 50

ČKD Blansko, Czech Republic www.ckdblansko.cz 19

Damen Shipyards, Netherlands www.damen.com 82

Dolsar Engineering, Turkey www.dolsar.com.tr 37

DynaVec, Norway www.dynavec.no 55

EVN - Vietnam Electricity Corp www.en.evn.com.vn 4

F. Nencini, Italy www.nencini.com 35

Flovel Energy, India www.flovel.net 23

Freyssinet, France www.freyssinet.com 107

Gamesa Electric, Spain www.gamesaelectric.com 2

GE Renewable Energy www.gerenewableenergy.com 91

Geokon Inc, USA www.geokon.com 77

Geotech International Pte Ltd, Singapore www.geotechninternational.com 78

Geppert GmbH, Austria www.geppert.at 57

Gilkes Hydro, UK www.gilkes.com 86

GIZ, Germany www.giz.de 87

Global Hydro Energy, Austria www.global-hydro.eu 51

Gugler Water Turbines GmbH, Austria www.gugler.com 61

Hydrokarst, France www.hydrokarst.fr 42

IHC Vremac, Netherlands www.ihcvremac.com 52

ILF Consulting Engineers, Thailand www.ilf.com 95

Indar, Spain www.indar.net 26

International Centre for Hydropower www.ich.no 55

International Commission on Large Dams www.icold-cigb.org 39

International Finance Corporation www.ifc.org 79

ISL Ingénierie, France www.isl.fr 40

KGAL Consulting Engineers Ltd, UK www.KGALGlobal.com 99

Kinemetrics Inc. www.kmi.com 49

Kuenz GmbH, Austria www.kuenz.com 73

Kunming Engineering Corporation Ltd, China www.khidi.com 3

Litostroj Power, Slovenia www.litostrojpower.eu 11

LJ Hydro Consultancy, Lao PDR www.ljhc.asia 40

Mahab Ghodss, Iran www.mahabghodss.com 88

Mapei, Italy www.mapei.com 17

Mavel as, Czech Republic www.mavel.cz 105

Mekong River Commission www.mrcmekong.org 87

Mersen France Amiens SAS, France www.mersen.com 41

Metacor, Vietnam www.metacor.ca 25

Montanhydraulik, Germany www.montanhydraulik.com 85

Muhr, Germany www.muhr.com 21

Multiconsult, Norway www.multiconsultgroup.com 55

Norconsult, New Zealand Ltd www.norconsult.com 55

Norwegian Energy Partners www.norwep.com 55

Ocean Industry, Vietnam www.oci.com.vn 90

On Site Support Services Ltd, Lao PDR www.osssgroup.com 69

Opal - RT Technologies, Canada www.opal-rt.com 109

Ossberger GmbH + Co. KG, Germany www.ossberger.de 20

PECC1, Vietnam www.pecc1.com.vn 4

PERI Formwork Malaysia Sdn Bhd www.perimalaysia.com 92

Powerchina Resources Ltd, China www.pr.powerchina.cn 56

Pöyry Energy Ltd www.poyry.com 83

Rainpower, Norway www.rainpower.no 55

Rakurs Engineering LLC, Russia www.rakurs.com 93

Rittmeyer, Switzerland www.rittmeyer.com 53

Sequoia Scientific, USA www.sequoiasci.com 62

Simem SpA, Italy www.simem.com 59

Sisgeo Asia Pacific Co Ltd, Thailand www.sisgeoasia.com 110

Song Da 9 JSC, Vietnam www.songda9.com 103

Song Da 5 JSC, Vietnam www.songda5.com.vn 59

Song Da - Hoang Long JSC, Vietnam www.songdahoanglong.com.vn 59

Stucky Ltd, Switzerland www.stucky.ch 16

Sulzer, Australia www.sulzer.com 33

Tacquet Industries, France www.tacquet-industries.fr 71

TES Vsetín, Czech Republic www.tes.cz 38

Thordon Bearings Inc, Canada www.thordonbearings.com 36

Tractebel Engineering, Thailand www.tractebel-engie.com 9

Trevi SpA, Italy www.trevispa.com 34

Troyer SpA, Italy www.troyer.it 1

University of Technology Graz, Austria www.hfm.tugraz.at 70

Vaptech, Bulgaria www.vaptech.bg 106

Voith Hydro, Germany www.voith.com 29

Vortex Hydra, Italy www.vortexhydradams.com 76

Wasserkraft Volk AG, Germany www.wkv-ag.com 15

Whessoe Sdn Bhd www.whessoe.com.my 99

Willowstick Technologies, USA www.willowstick.com 104

Worthington Products, USA www.tuffboom.com 60

Xayaburi Power Company Limited, Lao PDR www.xayaburi.com 94

Xylem - Sea and Land Technologies, Singapore www.sea-landtech.com 74

Zeco Srl, Italy www.zeco.it 75

Accompanying Persons’ ProgrammeTuesday 13 March Hoi AnDeparting from the ACC, the group will travel tothe historic town of Hoi An, about 20 km southof Danang, which was declared a UNESCO WorldHeritage site in 1999. A walking guided tourwill reveal the famous sites and architecture ofthe narrow streets, including the emblematicJapanese Bridge. Following the tour, participantswill have the opportunity to relax at theReaching Out Tea House; this is a social enter-prise established to give those with disabilitiesthe opportunity to gain employment.

Lunch will be served at the Hoi An Silk Village,where weavers will demonstrate time-honouredmethods for producing delicate silk garments.After lunch, the tour will continue to the charmingvillage of Tra Que, on the edge of Hoi An. Here,there will be an opportunity to learn how farmingfamilies organically produce the fragrant vegeta-bles used to create Vietnam’s national dishes.

Wednesday 14 March My SonLocated in the lush valleys of Central Vietnam’sQuang Nam province is the My Son sanctuary.Inhabited between the 4th and 14th Centuries,the site was once the most important intellectualand religious centre of the kingdom of Champa.As a result of the destruction caused by time and

war, only 20 temples now remain where 70 oncestood, to form the UNESCO World Heritage site.The guided tour will demonstrated why My Sonis still regarded as one of the foremost Hindutemple complexes in Southeast Asia.Travelling back towards Danang, the tour willstop at the Vinahouse Craft Village for lunch,with an opportunity to explore the village’sunique collection of preserved ancient housesand learn about historic Vietnamese culture,including how to make the rice noodles whichfeature in many of the region’s staple dishes.

Thursday 15 March Craft Workshops and SpaParticipants will try their hand at traditionalVietnamese crafts. Lantern making is perhapsone of the most iconic regional skills,as the brightly coloured silk creations associatedwith peace, prosperity and happiness can be seenadorning the trees and houses throughout Hoi An.Against the backdrop of palm trees and paddyfields near Hoi An, other activities will include calligraphy and bamboo weaving. After lunch at the water’s edge, time will beavailable for a relaxing treatment at a tranquilspa located close by, before the return toDanang, which will be in good time for theevening’s ASIA 2018 Farewell Dinner, a beachparty overlooking the ocean.

Arrangements are being made, in collaboration with the Vietnamese National Committee on Large Dams, the Ministry of Agriculture and RuralDevelopment and EVN, for three technical tours. One, in the central part of the country, will visit the A Vuong and Song Bung 4 schemes. The other twotours will be in the north, both starting with a trip to Hanoi, with options to visit either the recently commissioned Trung Son scheme or Lai Chau.

The following itineraries are provisional.

Post-Conference Study Tours

This trip will depart from Danang around 08.30 hrs, and proceed first for a visit to the 83 m-high, 250 m-long A Vuong RCC dam, onthe A Vuong river (a tributary of the Vu Giariver) in Quang Nam Province. The damimpounds a reservoir with a storage capacity of 343 ¥ 106m3.

The associated hydropower plant has an installedcapacity of 201 MW.

Construction of this project began in 2003, andthe two generating units were commissioned inOctober and December 2008.

Annual production from the plant is around815 GWh. The electromechanical equipmentwas supplied by Power Machines of Russia and Sumitomo of Japan.

The A Vuong dam and powerplant are owned byEVN, and were built by the Infrastructure Development and Construction Corporation. Aswell as providing electricity, the dam serves forriver regulation and flood control.

After lunch at A Vuong, the trip will continue on atwo hour coach journey to the 156 MW SongBung 4 plant, also in Quang Nam province.This was the first major scheme in Vietnam tohave been funded by the Asian DevelopmentBank. The investment was around US$ 250million.

The main features of Song Bung 4 are: a 110 m-high RCC dam, an intake structure, a 3.2 km-

long headrace tunnel with a diameter of 7.2 m,a 16 m-diameter surge shaft, and the powerhouse.

There will be a guided tour of the dam and powerplant, before the journey back to Danang,with arrival scheduled for around 19.00 hrs.There will be an option to return either to the airport or the city centre, and accommodationcan be arranged in Danang if required.

Tour B - Northern Vietnam: Hanoi, and either (1) Trung Son (16-18 March) or (2) Lai Chau (16-19 March)

Tour A - Central Vietnam: A Vuong and Song Bung (One day, 16 March)

The group for Tour B, options (1) and (2), willtravel together to Hanoi, on a flight departingfrom Danang at 10.30 hrs on 16 March.

Lunch in Hanoi will be followed by a guided tourof the city, including the Temple of Literature,Ngoc Son temple, and the old quarter.

There will be an overnight stay at the Coniferhotel, after dinner in a restaurant overlookingHoan Kiem Lake.

(1) Trung Son visitOn 17 March the group will travel from Hanoi toTrung Son, stopping en route for lunch.

The 260 MW Trung Son plant, on the Ma river,was funded by the World Bank and the fourthunit was commissioned in September (2017).

This multipurpose scheme, for flood control andirrigation as well as hydropower production, isregarded as a ‘major driving force for economicand social development’ in the Quan Hoa district.

There will be a guided tour of the site with atechnical briefing, before an overnight stay inMai Chau.

On 18 March, this group will travel back to Hanoi

by minibus; there will be an option to go direct tothe airport, or stay overnight in the city.

(2) Lai Chau visitThe second option will offer the opportunity todepart from Hanoi (after the overnight stay) andtravel on a late morning flight on 17 March toDien Bien, where the group will have lunch. In the afternoon the journey will continue byminibus to Muong Lay, on the border of LauChau province. After dinner in a local restaurant,the group will have an overnight stay.On 18 March, the tour will proceed by bus to theLai Chau dam and 1200 MW (3 x 400 MW)

powerplant, which was commissioned,a year ahead of schedule, at the end of 2016.

It is Vietnam’s third largest hydro plant, afterHoa Binh and Son La. It features a major RCCdam, with a maximum height of 137 m and anRCC volume of 1.88 ¥ 106m3. After a guidedtour and briefing, the group will travel back toDien Bien for the overnight stay, stopping enroute for lunch.

On 19 March there will be a short tour of DienBien (including the sites of the Dien Bien Phubattle), before the return flight to Hanoi at13.30 hrs. Arrival in Hanoi is scheduled to be at 14.30 hrs.

The Conference ASIA 2018 - 7th International Conference on Water Resources and Renew-able Energy Development in Asia is being organized by The International Journal on Hydropower & Dams with ASK Event Management Ltd.

On-line Registration You can register on-line via the Hydropower & Dams website at: www.hydropower-dams.com.This is a secure site. Registrations will be handled by ASK Event Management on behalf ofAqua~Media. You will receive an acknowledge ment of registration on completion of thisprocess; however, this is not a confirmation (until payment is received).

We encourage all delegates to register on line, using the newly upgraded system which provides more information during the registration process.

In the unlikely event of any difficulties using this system, please contact ASK Event Management (see contact details below).

Picking up conference documents and badgesThe desk will be open from 08.30 hrs on Monday 12 March 2018, at the Ariyana Convention Centre. Pre-registration is generally required, by one of the methods mentionedabove.

PaymentPayment for all services (fees, hotels, tours) must be made in US dollars (US$) and received in advance of the Conference. Payment is possible by the following methods: • On-line by Visa or Mastercard• Banker’s draft to ASK Event Management (see details on the registration form);All fees paid by credit card will be charged in US dollars (US$).

AccommodationThe Conference organizers have negotiated rates at hotels in several price categories inDanang. Accommodation bookings are being handled by ASK Event Management. Please include yourhotel booking at the time of registering (using the on-line booking system). Beware ofscam accommodation bureaux who are operating, falsely claiming to represent ASIA2018. We recommend that you do not pass credit card details to them.We anticipate a high demand for ASIA 2018 accommodation, and strongly recommend thatbookings are made as soon as possible, and at the latest before mid-February. Payment mustbe made in full at the time of booking.

DisclaimerAll best endeavours will be made to present the programme as printed. The ASIA 2018 organizers and their agents reserve the right to alter or cancel, without prior notice, any arrangements, timetable, plans or other items relating directly or indirectly to ASIA 2018

for any cause beyond its reasonable control. The organizers and agents are not liable forany loss or inconvenience resulting from such alteration. The Conference and Tours are subject tominimum numbers. Tour places are subject to availability on a first-come-first-served basis. Full payment for tours must be received at the time of registration.

CancellationsCancellations must be made in writing to ASK Event Management. Cancellation charges willbe payable as shown in the Table below. Substitution of delegates after a reservation hasbeen made is acceptable before the Conference, and no extra fee is payable. Any necessaryrefunds (see Table below) will be made after the Conference.

Liability/InsuranceThe registration fees do not include the insurance of participants against personal accidents, sickness, cancellations by any party, theft, loss or damage to personal possessions. The organizers accept no responsibility for death, injury, loss or accident, delays arising from anyact or default of any person, or any other matter arising in connection with Conference services or transport. The organizers make no warranty in this connection. All services provided are subject to local laws. Arrangements for the Conference have beenmade in accordance with UK and Vietnamese Law.Delegates, exhibitors and tour participants are strongly advised to take out adequate personal insurance to cover risks associated with travel, accommodation, cancellation and theft or damage to personal belongings. The organizers reserve the right to amend any part of the Conference programme or arrangements, if necessary. In the very unlikely event that it is necessary to cancel any ofthe Conference arrangements, an appropriate refund will be made and thereafter the liability of the organizers will cease.The organizers reserve the right not to accept applications for attendance (for example, butnot exclusively, if applicants are not working in the field of hydro, or if there could be a conflict of interest with the mission of the conference, the organizers, or any policy of thehost country).

Passport and visa requirements for VietnamNationals of some countries do not require visas for a stay in Vietnam of less than 15 days.However, for those requiring a visa in advance, further information will be provided at thetime of conference registration.

Applying for a visa If you require a visa in advance, please let us know at the time of registering. You will beemailed with further instructions on how to proceed. The visa application process can take several weeks, so we strongly urge participants requir-ing visas to start their applications in good time. Please note that documentation to assistwith obtaining visas can only be provided to registered or invited participants, and these donot imply an invitation to the Conference without payment of registration fees.

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From 20 January to 19 February 2018

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CONTACT DETAILSFor enquiries concerning registration and accommodation, contact:

ASK Event Management Ltd - Abigail Stevens or Keta Hunt, Co-DirectorsEmail: asia2018@askeventmanagement.com or Tel: +44 (0)1725 519287

On-line registration via: www.hydropower-dams.com

For further details of the programme, please contact: Mrs Margaret Bourke at: Hydropower & Dams, PO Box 285, Wallington, Surrey SM6 6AN, UK. Tel: + 44 (0)20 8773 7244 • Fax: + 44 (0)20 8773 7255 • Email: asia2018@hydropower-dams.com • Website: www.hydropower-dams.com

A reduced registration fee is available for current subscribers to Hydropower & Dams.See booking information form for details.

NB: Separate booking conditions apply to Exhibition Stands, and these will be sent directly to Exhibitors by our Sales & Marketing Department.

As soon as a registration is confirmed, a number of expenses are incurred by the organizers; therefore the following cancellation conditions apply:

Booking Conditions

Booking Information

The online ASIA 2018 registration is now open, and bookings can be made via: www.hydropower-dams.com The system is simple to use, but in the event of any difficulties, please contact ASK Event Management.Email: asia2018@askeventmanagement.com ~ Tel: +44 (0)1725 519287Prices for each delegate category and conference activity are given below.

FULL DELEGATE FEE: Includes attendance of the Conference and Exhibition; documentation; conference papers on a USB stick;morning and afternoon refreshments; lunches during the Conference; full social programme US$ 1070 (from 3 February: US$ 1170)

REDUCED DELEGATE FEE: For existing subscribers to Hydropower & Dams. US$ 985 (from 3 February: US$ 1085)

FEE INCLUDING NEW SUBSCRIPTION TO H&D: (6 issues from No. 1, 2018 + Atlas + Maps)(This represents a saving of about 35 per cent on the normal H&D subscription rate). US$ 1225 (from 3 February: US$1325)

SPEAKER FEE: Includes all facilities described above for Full Delegates, plus an additional reception on Monday 12 March. NB: This fee applies to one person per paper (main author or presenter). US$ 600

FIRST EXHIBITOR FEE: (One full participant fee is included with exhibition booking). (Free of charge)

SECOND + THIRD EXHIBITOR FEE: (Fee per person for up to two additional exhibitors).(Includes all benefits available to full delegates). US$ 800

SMALL HYDRO TRAINING SEMINAR (Full day on Monday 12 March - Design a small plant in one day). US$ 50

ACCOMPANYING PERSON FEE: (For family members, partners or friends not colleagues attending the Conference or Exhibition).The fee includes the excursions each day, with lunch, and the evening social events. The cost for registering as an accompanying person is US$ 350.

HALF DAY EXCURSION: The details of this are presented on a previous page. The cost for joining the tour, including lunch, is US$ 80 per person.

OPTIONAL DONATION TO THE AMI HYDROPOWER FOUNDATION: As in past years, there will be opportunity when registering online to make a donation to theAMI Hydropower Foundation. This is a charitable foundation, set up by Aqua-Media and governed by a board of international trustees. It exists to facilitate the participationof delegates from the less developed countries at the Conferences.

TECHNICAL TOURS:Final tour details and confirmed prices will be announced in January, and these can then be booked on line.Based on the provisional itineraries outlined in this bulletin, prices are estimated to be in the following range (depending on the number of participants): Tour A (Central Vietnam - A Vuong and Song Bung 4 dams and powerplants) : US$ 150 per personTour B(1) (North Vietnam - Hanoi and Trung Son dam and powerplant): US$ 710 per person (single hotel room); or, US$ 650 per person (sharing double room)Tour B(2) (North Vietnam - Hanoi and Lai Chau dam and powerplant): US$ 985 per person (single hotel room); or, US$ 925 per person (sharing double room)

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: These may be specified on the online registration system (including, for example, vegetarian, vegan, kosher, halal, gluten free, etc).

VISA REQUIREMENTS: This year, you will be able to apply for an invitation letter to support your visa application during the on-line registration process.

NB: Attendance of the Welcome Reception and Farewell Dinner are included within the registration fees for all participants. However, we request a nominal contribution of US$ 2.50 perevent for those wishing to attend, to encourage a firm commitment to participate. This is important to enable us to assess numbers for catering, and avoid food wastage.

ASK Event ManagementEmail: africa2017@askeventmanagement.com

Tel: +44 (0)1725 519287Grimsdyke Granaries, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5 5RL, UK

ASIA 2018 Hotels

Hotel Rating Distance from venue*

Single occupancy

Double occupancy

Furama Hotel and Resort 5* 0.8 km $186 $194

Avatar 4* 2.3 km $63 $69

Sea Phoenix 3* Superior 1.0 km $51 $56

Fansipan 3* 1.1 km $37 $41

Titan 3* 1.2 km $24 $28

*A shuttle service will run at the beginning and end of each conference day to take participants to and from the hotels and conference centre.

Furama Hotel, 5*This elegant hotel is part of an extensive resort,which includes the congress centre. The resorthas a business centre, outdoor swimming pooland a spa. Rooms are of a generous size and aredecorated in a French colonial style. All rooms in-clude a TV, safe, minibar, kettle and free WiFi.

Avatar Danang, 4* This 4* business hotel is located near My Khebeach. The rooms are a generous size and offerviews of the sea front. The hotel has an outdoorswimming pool and a fitness centre. Basic printing facilities are available for guests. A buffet breakfast with a wide selection of hot andcold items is included.

Sea Phoenix, 3* SuperiorThis 3* superior hotel has an outdoor swimmingpool as well as a fitness room. Basic printing fa-cilities are available. Rooms are a comfortablesize. All rooms include a TV, safe, kettle and freeWiFi.

Fansipan, 3*This is a modern hotel with traditional Vietnamese features. It has an indoor pool andyoga centre. Basic computer and printing facilities are available for guests. The bedrooms are of a good size. The hotel’s restaurant offers sea views and is open until22:00 hrs. A buffet breakfast with hot and colditems is included.

Titan, 3* This is a traditional hotel, in the Ngu Hanh Sondistrict. Rooms are of a comfortable size andthere is a business centre with basic printing facilities. The hotel’s restaurant offers Asian cuisine and is open until 20:00 hrs. A breakfastbuffet with hot and cold items is included. Roomsinclude a TV, minibar, kettle and free WiFi.

The Furama Resort is within walking distance of ACC, and other hotels are located no more than 10 minutes by road from the Congress Centre.The organizers will provide a return shuttle service each day to transport participants to ACC in the morning, and back to the hotels after sessions haveended. This service will be in operation for all conference hotels, including the Furama Resort. Details regarding pick-up points and specific departuretimes will be available on check-in at the selected conference hotel.

ASK Event ManagementContacts: Abigail Stevens or Keta Hunt, Co-Directors Tel: +44 (0) 1725 519287 asia2018@askeventmanagement.com Unit 7, Town Farm Workshops, Sixpenny Handley, Salisbury SP5 5PA, UK

Accommodation can be booked via ouron-line booking system at the time ofregistration for the event.Please beware of scam accommodationbureaux, which often approach conference participants by telephoneor email, implying that they represent us.We do not contact delegates to offerhotel rooms by telephone, and stronglyrecommend that credit card details arenot given to those organizations whichdo so.