17th Congress of the Union of the Producers, Transporters and Distributors of Electric Power in Africa

The African Energy Potential and the Sustainable Development

Participation File

Hammamet - Tunisia 28th May - 31st May 2012

Organization of African Congress on Energy Yasmine Hammamet - 28th May - 31st May 2012 The Tunisian Company of Electricity and Gas will organize from 28th May - 31st May 2012, in Yasmine Hammamet, the 17th Congress of the Union of the Producers, Transporters and Distributors of Electric Power in Africa Under the theme: Development of the African Energy potential and integration of networks for African countries Sustainable Development. The STEG, current president of the scientific committee of The UPDEA will insure the presidency of this union at the conclusion of Works of this Congress. With nearly 1.000 participants, this Congress aims at being a major event and intends to be a real and a major opportunity offered to all operators and actors in the electricity sector in Africa. This event will gather, in addition to senior managers of African electricity companies, professionals and industrialists of the electric power sector, decision makers and donors. On the sidelines of the congress, a space exhibition of hundred stands will be pre-installed and equipped to grant companies, industries and institutions the opportunity to exhibit their products and services, share their experiences and to enquire about the latest development in the sector. This International event will be for STEG a real opportunity to value and enhance its expertise through its subsidiary INTERNATIONAL STEG SERVICES.

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UPDEA UPDEA is the Union of Producers, Transporters and Distributors of Electric Power in Africa. It is a non-profit continental organization founded in 1970. Its headquarters is in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. UPDEA is a permanent member of the Executive Council of AFREC (African Commission of Energy) and a partner of NEPAD, the African Union Commission and the ADB. It is the founder and statutory member of the Managing Committee of the African Electrotechnical Standardization Commission (AFSEC). Its main mission is to promote the development and the integration of the African power sector to promote the establishment of an African market for electricity. Its principal activities include, inter alia, research and provision among member companies of relevant information on best management practices and techniques and establishing a benchmark to improve their performance-collection, processing and dissemination of data on the African electricity sector- studies and strategic analysis for the electricity sector. The union has 54 active members in Africa and 16 affiliated companies / organizations worldwide. Its last congress was held in June 2008 in Nairobi (Kenya).

TUNISIA Three-thousand-year- of history, Tunisia is considered as the cradle of civilization a concentrate of world history.Its geographic location at the heart of the Mediterranean sea, its past designates it as a brilliant center of culture and its values of tolerance and hospitality made it known as a welcoming and hosting land. Tunisia is an open and welcoming country. Its land is a real melting pot of peoples and civilizations of the Mediterranean area, Africa and Europe who met and merged together. This fruitful intermingling shaped the countrys cultural identity and gave it its unique character. With a population of 10.5 million inhabitants, a GDP of 3800 ($) USD per capita, a life expectancy of 74.5 years, an area of approximately 163,000 square kilometers, a coastline of more than 1300 km on the Mediterranean sea and a temperate climate, Tunisia is the perfect place for holidays.

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STEG The Tunisian Company of Electricity and Gas (STEG) was established in 1962 as an institution operating in the energy sector (electricity & gas). It is ranked among the best performing companies in the region. Nearly 10,000 highly skilled agents among which 23 % of managers are serving more than 3.1 million electricity customers and 520,000 gas customers and contribute massively to the economic and social development. With an electrification rate of 99.5%, 80 000 electricity connections each year, a 150 000km electricity network, an ambitious program of building gas infrastructure to supply 70,000 clients per year, STEG undertook a strategy of performance and quality comparable to that provided by the best electricity and gas companies from the north shore of the Mediterranean basin.

The 17th Congress of UPDEA

A well established three-year meeting
benefiting from the experience of the previous editions
The 17th edition will coincide with the 40th anniversary of UPDEA and will take place in Yasmine Hammamet Tunisia, one of the largest resort in the Mediterranean basin. The 17th Congress of UPDEA bring together hundreds of professionals in the electric energy sector and related industries throughout Africa. Among the participants, there will be decison makers, top managers, sponsors, operators of electric energy and renewable energy, equipment manufacturers and suppliers of electrical equipment, experts, consultants and research offices.

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Theme of the Congress

Development of African Energy potential and integration of networks for African countries Sustainable Development.
Congress Program Saturday 26th and Sunday, May 27th, 2012: Welcome members of the Steering Committee and participants + setting up stands, Monday, May 28th, 2012: Management Committee meeting at 9:30 - General Meeting at 15.00 - Official Inauguration of the exhibition at 18:00 - Welcome cocktail, Tuesday, May 29th, 2012: Congress Opening at 10AM Upscale Conference in the afternoon Session 1 & 2, Wednesday, May 30th, 2012: Continuation of the Conference Session 3, 4, 5 & 6 - Closing - Dinner & Gala Celebration of the 40th anniversary of the UPDEA, Thursday, 31st May 2012: Technical Tours, Mtline Bizerte The Congress is divided into two areas: CONGRESS AREA An upscale conference is planned under the theme Which strategies for a more enlightened Africa where experts of the energy will be invited to discuss real energy challenges and share their know-how and expertise.

Sub-themes of the Congress

solar, hydrolic, 1 Renewable energy (aolean, Development. biomass, geothermal) and Sustainable

2 Development of electricity networks interconnections: Factor of Regional Integration in Africa. 3 Electrification programs for a better access to electricity, a vector of social and economic development.
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4 Mechanism for financing power projects in Africa.

Improving the management of electrical infrastructure for better performance of electricity companies in Africa.

6 Human Resources and Skills Development in Africa in the electricity sector: South-South Cooperation.

EXHIBITION AREA On the sidelines of the congress, and in a comfortable and original area, pre-installed and equipped stands will be available to companies, industries and institutions to exhibit their products and services, share their experiences and to ask about the latest developments in the sector.

For whom?
Business leaders, decision makers, industrialists and international business figures. Representatives of african and european media who come to cover the proceedings of Congress and meet with decision makers, exhibitors and visitors.

Who can exhibit?

Companies and business people interested in Africa, Tunisian companies or Tunisian subsidiaries of international groups, Organizations and institutions in the world of business and economic, scientific and technical cooperation, Service companies and engineering and consulting firms.

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Logistics Congress venue The conference takes place at the Medina Convention & Expo Center located in Yasmine Hammamet, 60km from the capital, Tunis. Yasmine Hammamet is also a marina with a marina of 740 berths, an old town with its ramparts, its souks, its traditional habitat and its theme park, casino, thalassotherapy center, an esplanade with its shopping arcades, green areas, shopping and entertainment centers, 5 miles away, 2 golf courses, Yasmine and Cytrus. Thousand and one attractions will make your stay an unforgettable experience. Space Expo The exhibition space is arranged by modules of 9 sqm fully equipped. (Table, 3 chairs, carpeting, ambient lighting and an electrical outlet).

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Accommodation
Iberostar Solaria

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Located a few meters from the convention center, this hotel features 239 rooms spread over 4 floors of a building. Accommodations are also provided for disabled persons. In terms of entertainment, Iberostar Solaria has a thalassotherapy center, a private beach, swimming pools and several restaurants and bars. Iberostar Saphir Palace It faces the convention center. This luxurious hotel unit features 236 rooms. For Saphir Iberostar Palace, food takes center stage: Tunisian and international cuisine. For relaxing: a solarium, swimming pools, a spa and care personal offers in steam room, sauna and massage service. El Mouradi Hammamet Located on the seafront, this hotel faces the convention center. It features 345 fully equipped rooms. It has a center thalassotherapy, outdoor swimming pool, an indoor pool, a fitness center, 4 restaurants and 3 bars. Laico Hammamet Laico Hammamet has a unique style inspired by the spirit of luxury liners which comfort, design and harmony of colors, give it a desired appearance and luxury. It is located on the seafront a few hundred meters from the conference venue. The hotel has 299 double rooms, 11 suites and 2 apartments. Residence Diar Lemdina Hotel Located within the Medina Mediterranea, this residence hotel category 4 * offers rooms and apartments accommodations. Away from the major places and entertainment spaces, Diar Lemdina is preserved from the hustle and the outside agitation. El Mouradi El Menzeh Facing the beach, and only 200 meters from the convention center, El Mouradi El Menzah is ideal for quality business trips as well as for holidays. It features 203 spacious rooms. It offers a wide range of activities such as tennis, basketball, petanque and many water sports. Tunisia Lodge Tunisia Lodge is located 450 m from the convention center. This hotel has 132 rooms, including spacious and comfortable suites overlooking the pool or the garden, and 3 restaurants to welcome you and offer various Tunisian and international cuisine.

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An online booking is available www.congres-updea2012.com

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SPONSORSHIP Associate ones image with UPDEA Congress, means: Benefit from a wider visibility and enhance its reputation among the network of business leaders and top executives, active in all economic sectors and present at all levels of economic decision-making in Africa; Be identified as partner in a major event in Africa where are raised the debates which answer real energy challenges and are widely reported in the media and in decision-making spheres; Share communication, values and strategy with the African elite (managers, researchers, entrepreneurs); Find B2B partnership opportunities, particularly international companies in the field of electrical energy; with

Meet peers who work for the largest companies, expand its address book and forge the bonds of personal and professional network internationally; Meet business leaders who will be tomorrows partners, suppliers and customers. COMMUNICATION Media coverage UPDEA Congress is a major event in Africa, largely covered by the press and major local and international media. Audio-visual coverage of Congress is scheduled (Recorded lectures and workshops - Interviews with speakers and guests). Coverage through the websites of STEG and UPDEA is also planned. Pamphlets
4, tion file: A 0 cm), Participa at (65x10 cm) rs: Form Poste (21x21 e, s: Format ide/revers Invitation ks, First s t 02 bloc Pamphle 5x21 cm) Papier (1 Catalog: s, Tarpaulin Banners.

Panphlets will be made available to participants and potential exhibitors. Contacts & Informations: For any information, contact Mr. Sami Ben Hamida: E-mail : updea2012@gnet.tn Tel/Fax : (+216) 71 345 492

PARTICIPATION Provision of exhibitors modules of 9sqm furnished (table, 3 chairs, carpeting, ambient lighting and electrical outlet). Exhibitors can choose from a possible additional modules at a rate of 2000DT per module of 9 sqm. For the choice of participation form and location of the stand, the first registered will be the first served. Several options are available for reservation: GOLD PARTNER Pack Furnished stand of 30sqm Presentation of 10 minutes in plenary session Banner on the homepage of the Congress website Insert logo on all communication media of the Congress Company profile page and advertising towards on the Congress catalog Display + TV LCD in coffee break space Invitation for 4 persons (Cocktail + Gala Dinner + Lunches and Coffee Breaks) Price 25 000 DT

The number of GOLD PARTNER packs is limited to six.

SILVER PARTNER Pack Furnished stand of 20sqm Company file on the Congress website. Company profile page and advertising in the Congress catalog Display + TV LCD in coffee break space (for one day) Invitation for 4 persons (Cocktail + Gala Dinner + Lunches and Coffee Breaks)

Price 15 000 DT

The number of SILVER PARTNER packs is limited to ten

EXHIBITOR Pack Furnished stand of 9m2 Company identification sheet in the catalog of the Congress Company profile on the Congress website Invitation for 2 persons (Cocktail + Gala Dinner + Lunches and Coffee Breaks)

Price 3 000 DT
The number of EXHIBITOR packs is estimated to fifty.

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SPONSORSHIP Advertising insertions in the Congress Catalog Papier (15cmx21cm) 2000 copies
2nd cover page 3rd cover page 4th cover page Double-page inside Full page inside Half page inside 1 200 DT 1 200 DT 1 500 DT 1 200 DT 750 DT 500 DT

Grande Place Errahba - Banderole : 12x1m

Posters 400 copies

Format : (65x100 cm) 2 000 DT

Invitations (Exclusif sponsor) 6000 copies

Format (21x21 cm) - 4th page
Bab Skifa El Kahla 2 - Bches 1,9x8m

10 000 DT

Tarpaulins
Format (4mx5m) - 01 copy Format (1,9mx8m) - 01 copy Format (5mx2,3m) - 01 copy Format (12mx1) - 01 copy Format (5mx1) - 01 copy 2 000 DT 1 600 DT 1 200 DT 1 200 DT 1 000 DT

Entre Expo Center 4x5m

Banners
Format (5mx1m) - 30 copies 2 000 DT

Entre Expo Center 5x2,3m

Centre de Congrs - Bche : 5x1m

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Order for the 17th Congress of UPDEA I undersigned .......................... Acting as ........................................................................ Representing the company................Activities ............ Phone (s) ........Fax..................................................E-mail : ......................................................... Web address: ......................... Address...................... Wishes to participate in the 17th Congress of UPDEA in conformity with the services described below, Undertakes me to pay my participation from the order and in every case before 30/03/2012.
Participation Form Unit Price GOLD PARTNER Pack SILVER PARTNER Pack EXHIBITOR Pack Additional Modules Number 2 000 Colors Advertisement in the Congress catalog Unit Price 2 nd cover page 3 rd cover page 4 th cover page Inside pages Double page Number 1 200 Full screen Number 750 Half Page Number 500 Sponsorship Benefit Posters (65cm/100cm) Inserting LOGO Cover (4m/5m) Inserting LOGO Cover (1,9m/8m) Inserting LOGO Cover (5m/2,3m) Inserting LOGO Cover (12m/1m) Inserting LOGO Cover (5m/1m) Inserting LOGO Banner (5m/1m) Inserting LOGO Total Total price 25 000 15 000 3 000 Total price 1 200 1 200 1 500

Price 2 000 2 000 1 600 1 200 1 200 1 000 2 000

Established inon.Signature and seal :

Please check the form and the selected services (all prices are stated in Tunisian )

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REGISTRATION AND CONTACTS Thank you for sending us by email or fax your order form completed and signed. E-mail: updea2012@gnet.tn Tel./Fax : (+216) 71 345 492 Upon receipt of your Order, a confirmation with practical details of your participation will be sent and a member of the organizing team will guide you in your steps (collection of communication elements, logistics,...) and guarantee your satisfaction. Settlement By check payable to: STEG 17me Congrs UPDEA By bank transfer in Tunisian Dinars to ATB Account: N : 01 001 020 1112 0057 45 05 By bank transfer in foreign currency to ATB Account: N : TN59 0100 1020 1112 0057 4505 For bank transfers, please send usa copy of Swift by e-mail. Internet The conference website: www.congres-updea2012.com

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PLAN

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Tel/Fax: (+216) 71 345 492 E-mail: updea2012@gnet.tn www.congres-updea2012.com