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SPECIAL OFFER: Save €200 if you register before 13th January 2017

27 – 29 March 2017Meliá Castilla Hotel,

Madrid, Spain

The international conference on artificial grass from raw material & manufacture through to end use specification,

installation & user experience

The Grass Yarn & Tufters

Forum 2017

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27 - 29 March 2017, Meliá Castilla Hotel, Madrid, Spain

AMI’s Grass Yarn & Tufters Forum 2017 will be the 12th edition of this annual international conference looking at technical and commercial developments in artificial grass/synthetic turf.

This forum is recognised as the foremost platform to share insight and highlight technological developments from around the world. The Grass Yarn & Tufters Forum 2017 will provide a unique opportunity to learn about and discuss recent product, technological and performance developments, structural changes in the market, the industry’s growth prospects and better understand what is going on in the different regions of the world and various applications. Participants in the last couple of years have included sports associations, municipal buyers, industry associations, tufters, component producers, raw material producers, testing houses and maintenance experts.

Volatile growth rates and changing technologies make artificial grass a dynamic industry to be involved in. It gives good prospects for those that position themselves well, but threatens difficult challenges and significant changes to the business models deployed. The Grass Yarn & Tufters Forum 2017 will give delegates time to discuss the industry’s issues, lobby for changes and gain understanding of the opportunities and threats facing the business.

The Grass Yarn & Tufters Forum 2017 will attract senior personnel involved in all aspects of the supply-chain from materials and machinery through to the production of synthetic grass and its installation.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION OFFERRegister before 13th January 2017 and pay €990 saving €200 on the full price of €1190. There are additional discounts for group bookings. The registration fee includes attendance at all conference sessions, the Networking Cocktail Reception, lunch and refreshment breaks on both days and a set of conference proceedings.

EXHIBITION SPACEMake it easy for the delegates to find you at this busy event with your own table top exhibition space. Bring your own display stand, banners or use the space to showcase samples of your products and ensure that you make an impact. The table top exhibition will run throughout the conference in the spacious lobby next to the main meeting room.

The exhibition package includes 1 delegate place!

Space is limited so to avoid disappointment please register for this service as soon as possible.

SPONSOR THIS EVENT A variety of sponsorship opportunities are available at this conference to help to promote and enhance your company’s products and services to this highly targeted international audience. Contact the Conference Hotline for further information.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONDelegates are responsible for booking their own accommodation. AMI have negotiated a limited number of rooms at the rate of €145 for a double room and €135 for a single room, including breakfast and Wi-Fi (tax not included), at the Meliá Castilla Hotel until the 12th February 2017. To reserve a room, please go to the Accommodation tab in the Grass Yarn & Tufters 2017 webpages and click on the link given.

CONFERENCE VENUEThe capital of Spain since 1562, Madrid is located at the geographic center of the Iberian Peninsula and is a city of great monuments. Among its highlights are the medieval center dating back to the Habsburg Empire and the Prado Museum. From sprawling museums to traditional restaurants and bars, every corner you turn uncovers a spot that draws in tourists and locals alike.

Save €200Register before 13th January 2017

CONFERENCE HOTLINE

Contact: Kaja-Marie Beiswanger, Conference OrganiserTel: +44 (0) 117 314 8111 Fax: +44 (0) 117 311 1534

Email: kmb@amiplastics.comTwitter: @AMIconferences #attendAMI

FIVE GOOD REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND:

1. Learn about the latest technical developments from around the world

2. Discuss market trends and future developments

3. Gain understanding of structural changes within the industry

4. Influence key decision makers in the supply chain

5. Meet senior delegates from Europe, US, Middle East and Asia

T H E G R A S S Y A R N & T U F T E R S F O R U M 2 0 1 7

Monday 27th March 2017

18.00 - 19.30 Registration and Networking Cocktail Reception

There are no conference sessions on this day

Tuesday 28th March 2017

08.00 Registration and welcome coffee09.00 Opening announcements

SESSION 1 – SPORT’S PERSPECTIVE

09.10 The role & status of artificial turf in French football Mr. Jean-Michel Berly, Manager, FRENCH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION, France

09.40 How artificial turf can shape rugby development at HK Mr. Daniel Fan, Facilities Manager, HONG KONG RUGBY UNION, Hong Kong

10.10 Multi-sports use – does this have to mean 3G? Mr. Alastair Cox, FIH Facilities and Quality Programme Manager INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY FEDERATION, Switzerland

10.40 - 11.20 Morning coffee

SESSION 2 - RECYCLING

11.20 Summary of the activities of the ESTO Recycling Workgroup in 2016 Mr. Peter Mackey, Principal Consultant, PU CONSULTING ASSOCIATES, United Kingdom

11.50 Reinventing the artificial turf business model Mr. Arnoud Fiolet, Managing Partner, EUROPEAN TURF GROUP, Netherlands

12.20 Characterization of rubber recycled from ELT’s & assessment of the risks associated with dermal and inhalation exposure Mr. Daniele Fornai, Technical Director, ECOPNEUS, Italy

12.50 - 14.20 Lunch

14.20 New benchmark on turf removal – Arena concept Mr. Meelis Koik, Director of Development, ADVANCED SPORTS INSTALLATIONS EUROPE AS, Estonia

SESSION 3 - BIOMECHANICS

14.50 Biomechanics research including data from recent tournaments and findings from 2016 study on different surfaces Mr. Nicolas Evans, Group Leader FIFA Quality Programme, FIFA, Switzerland

15.20 - 16.00 Afternoon tea sponsored by:

SESSION 4 – TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTS

16.00 Novel Cooling Technology for Artificial Turf Mrs. Virginie Assemat, Associate TSD Scientist, DOW Polyurethanes, DOW FRANCE, France

16.30 The role of weaving technology and new hybrid solutions Mr. Piotr Jakubiak, CEO, DYWILAN SA, Poland

20.00 Conference Dinner

Wednesday 29th March 2017

08.30 Registration and welcome coffee09.00 Opening announcements

SESSION 5 – MARKET GROWTH & DRIVERS

09.10 United States artificial turf market Mr. Rom Reddy, Managing Partner & CEO, SPRINTURF, United States

09.40 The factors which influence market development of artificial turf Ms. Joanna Lee, Deputy General Manager, COCREATION GRASS CORPORATION (CC GRASS), China

10.10 How a turf producer can offer added value for a multi-pitch buyer Mr. Bryn Lee, Managing Director, SIS PITCHES, United Kingdom

10.40 - 11.20 Morning coffee sponsored by:

11.20 Artificial grass market developments in 2016 Mr. Jon Nash, Head of Strategic Research, AMI CONSULTING, United Kingdom

11.50 Advancing the artificial turf industry’s interests Mr. Dan Bond, President & CEO, SYNTHETIC TURF COUNCIL, United States

12.20 Next generation metallocene polyethylene for artificial grass yarn Dr. Jeroen Wassenaar, Market Development Engineer Infrastructure & Durables, TOTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY FELUY, Belgium

12.50 - 14.20 Lunch

14.20 Developments in field testing & maintenance Mr. Nicolas De Geyter, General Manager, ASTROBOT NV, Belgium and Mr. Stijn Rambour, Head of Artificial Turf Testing, GHENT UNIVERSITY - ERCAT, Belgium

14.50 Influence of the structural components, the wearing and the temperature on the mechanical behaviour or artificial turf football fields Dr. Leonor Gallardo Guerrero, Senior Lecturer, UNIVERSITY OF CASTILLA - LA MANCHA, SCHOOL OF SPORTS SCIENCE, GROUP IGOID, Spain

15.20 Novel infill based on renewable feedstocks Mr. Lee Hanson, President & Owner, GUARDIAN INNOVATIONS, United States

15.50 Afternoon tea and conference ends

Conference lanyard sponsored by:

Conference iPad prize draw sponsored by:

AMI reserves the right to alter the programme without notice.

The latest programme including any new speakers or changes to schedules can be viewed on our website www.amiconferences.com

THE GRASS YARN & TUFTERS FORUM 2017CONFERENCE INFORMATION

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Fax back to: +44 (0) 117 311 1534 or Email: kmb@amiplastics.com

CONFERENCE HOTLINE

KAJA-MARIE BEISWANGER, CONFERENCE ORGANISERApplied Market Information Ltd. 6 Pritchard Street, Bristol, BS2 8RH, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 117 314 8111 Fax: +44 (0) 117 311 1534 Email: kmb@amiplastics.com Twitter: @AMIconferences #attendAMI

The latest programme, including any new speakers or changes to the schedule, can be viewed on our website: www.amiconferences.com

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Date and location27 – 29 March 2017 Meliá Castilla Hotel Calle del Capitán Haya, 43 Madrid 28020, Spain

Tel: +34 915 675 000 Fax: +34 915 675 051

Registration feeThe registration fee includes attendance at all conference sessions, the Networking Cocktail Reception, lunch and refreshment breaks on both days and a set of conference proceedings.

• Early bird registration: Register before 13th January 2017 for only €990. Thereafter the cost is €1190.

• Group rates: For companies wishing to register two or more delegates, group discounts are available. Please contact the Conference Organiser for more details. (Please note to qualify for the group discount delegates must be booked at the same time, otherwise additional delegates may be charged at full price).

Table top exhibitionA limited number of table top exhibition spaces are available in the lobby next to the main meeting room. The table top exhibition fee is excellent value for money and includes 1 delegate place. Exhibitors may either use tables provided by the hotel or bring their own stand or display.

Sponsor this eventA variety of sponsorship opportunities are available at this event that can help to promote and enhance your company’s products and services to this highly targeted international audience. For further information, please contact the Conference Organiser on: +44 (0) 117 314 8111.

Social eventsThe social events organised for The Grass Yarn & Tufters Forum 2017 will provide an ideal setting for delegates and speakers to mix business with pleasure.

• Networking Cocktail ReceptionA networking cocktail reception will be held on the first evening. This offers an excellent opportunity for delegates to meet with speakers and other colleagues. All delegates are invited to attend and admission is included in the delegate fee.

• Conference DinnerAll delegates are warmly invited to attend the Conference Dinner, which will take place at a local restaurant on the evening of 28th March 2017. The additional cost is €90.

Hotel accommodationDelegates are responsible for booking their own accommodation. AMI have negotiated a limited number of rooms at the rate of €145 for a double room and €135 for a single room, including breakfast and Wi-Fi at the Meliá Castilla Hotel until the 12th February 2017. To reserve a room, please go to the Accommodation tab in the Grass Yarn & Tufters 2017 webpages and click on the link given.

CancellationsFull refunds, less a cancellation charge of €200 will only be made on cancellations received prior to 24th February 2017. Thereafter we regret that no refunds can be made. Delegates may be substituted at any time. Please note that refunds will not be given on table top bookings, sponsorship packages or Conference Dinner places at any time.

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