70 th IIW Annual Assembly

& International Conference

Green Welding Technologies for Effective and Reliable Manufacturing 25-30 June, 2017 International Convention Center Shanghai, China

Circular No. 2 Hosted by the Chinese Welding Society

IIW 2017 | Shanghai∙China Shanghai∙China | IIW 2017

CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION

General Information 2 Time & Venue Secretariat Welcome Message 3 25-30 June, 2017 Shanghai Jiao Tong University Local Committees 5 Shanghai International 800 Dongchuan Road, Shanghai, Conference Center, China Welcome to Shanghai 9 No. 2727 East Binjiang Road, Mrs Caiyan HUANG Shanghai, China Transportation 11 Tel:+86-451-86322012 Organiser +86-18686870750 Useful Information 15 Email: [email protected] Chinese Welding Society (CWS) Registration Fees 17 2077 Chuangxin Rd., Dr Haichao CUI Harbin, China Tel:+86-21-34202814 Accommodation 21 +86-13764612543 Registration Email: [email protected] IIW 2017 Schedule at a Glance 25 www.iiw2017.com Ms Wen JING IIW 2017 Annual Assembly (Provisional Programme) 27 Hotels Tel:+86-451-86322012 +86-15804623325 The organisers have selected a IIW Working Units 29 Email: [email protected] series of hotels with special rates

IIW 2017 International Conference 31 for participants at IIW 2017. They

may book their hotels via a direct Social Events 33 link to the hotel booking page.

Technical Visits 35

Sightseeing Tours 37

IIW Member Countries 43

Sponsors 44

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WELCOME MESSAGE WELCOME MESSAGE

On behalf of the Chinese Welding Society (CWS), I am pleased to In the past, the Silk Way connected ancient China to other parts of the cordially invite you to take part in the 70th IIW Annual Assembly and world, while today I believe that IIW 2017 will join the Chinese welding International Conference in Shanghai, China from 25-30 June, 2017. community to the global communities in an even more comprehensive way. It is 23 years since the CWS held the 49th IIW Annual Assembly in Beijing, and great changes have taken place during these years. Now I truly hope that participants in this event will discover the unique IIW 2017 provides a fantastic opportunity for the IIW family to explore China in their own way. It is more than a country with 9.64 million and experience the multiple faces of China. square kilometres of land and 1.3 billion people. It is a country with a 5,000-year history, breathtaking national landscapes, a vibrant This highly anticipated event will not only bring together professionals cultural heritage and immense potential for development and experts to exchange innovative welding and jointing technologies opportunities. and ideas, but will also offer outstanding networking opportunities for exploring cooperation and strengthening friendships. I look forward to meeting you all in Shanghai!

Prof. Qiang Chen

Chairman of the Organising Committee President of the Chinese Welding Society

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LOCAL COMMITTEES LOCAL COMMITTEES

Organising Committee Advisory Board Vice Secretary General Prof. Jiluan PAN Member of Chinese Academy of Science A/Prof. Zhenguo SUN Tsinghua University Prof. Qiao GUAN Member of Chinese Academy of Engineering Prof. Shanben CHEN Shanghai Jiao Tong University Prof. Binshi XU Member of Chinese Academy of Engineering Prof. Dongguang PIAO Harbin Welding Institute Prof. Shangyang LIN Member of Chinese Academy of Engineering Prof. Zhuguo LI Shanghai Jiao Tong University Prof. Tianhu SONG Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society Secretary Prof. Lin WU Harbin Institute of Technology Mrs Caiyan HUANG Chinese Welding Society Prof. Jianhong CHEN Lanzhou University of Technology Dr Haichao CUI Shanghai Jiao Tong University Prof. Ping SHAN Tianjin University Ms Wen JING Chinese Welding Society Prof. Yanmin ZHANG Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society Annual Assembly Committee Chairman Prof. Qiang CHEN Tsinghua University Chairman Prof. Yixiong WU Shanghai Jiao Tong University Executive Chairman Prof. Yixiong WU Shanghai Jiao Tong University Vice Chairmen Prof. Xiaoyan LI Beijing University of Technology Vice Chairmen Prof. Zhuguo LI Shanghai Jiao Tong University Prof. Zhiling TIAN China Iron & Steel Research Institute Group Prof. Jiasheng ZOU Jiangsu University of Science &Technology Prof. Shi HE Harbin Welding Institute Prof. Chuansong WU Shandong University Prof. Jicai FENG Harbin Institute of Technology Prof. Mingyu LI Harbin Institute of Technology Prof. Zhenkui XUE China Petroleum Pipeline Bureau Prof. Linshu WANG Chinese Welding Society Secretary General Prof. Xiaoyan LI Beijing University of Technology

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LOCAL COMMITTEES LOCAL COMMITTEES

Finance Committee Members Prof. Guisheng ZOU Tsinghua University Chairman Prof. Jianxun ZHANG Xi’an Jiao Tong University Prof. Shi HE Harbin Welding Institute Prof. Zhen LUO Tianjin University Vice Chairmen Prof. Peng HE Harbin Institute of Technology Mrs Mei XING Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society Prof. Shuili GONG Beijing Aeronautical Manufacturing Prof. Xianzheng LI Tangshan Kaiyuan Electric Group Technology Research Institute Prof. Xiangdong JIAO Beijing Institute of Petrochemical Sponsor Committee Technology Chairman Prof. Liming LIU Dalian University of Technology Prof. Yixiong WU Shanghai Jiao Tong University Prof. Wenya LI Northwestern Polytechnical University Secretary General

International Conference Committee Dr Haichao CUI Shanghai Jiao Tong University Chairman Mrs Caiyan HUANG Chinese Welding Society Prof. Zhiling TIAN China Iron & Steel Research Institute Group

Directors Prof. Shanben CHEN Shanghai Jiao Tong University Prof. Shuili GONG Beijing Aeronautical Manufacturing Technology Research Institute Prof. Xiaoyan LI Beijing University of Technology Prof. Chuansong WU Shandong University Prof. Guisheng ZOU Tsinghua University

Secretary General A/Prof. Zhenguo SUN Tsinghua University

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WELCOME TO SHANGHAI WELCOME TO SHANGHAI

The Culture of China Chinese Drama For thousands of years, the culture of China has attracted and moved China is a country with multiple theatrical activities spread over its many people from all over the world, being so unique and large area. Chinese traditional opera, an integration of singing and one-of-a-kind as well as elegant and inspiring. The Chinese culture performance, is the most common, unique and representative form of that has evolved for thousands of years contains immense beauty and Chinese theater. Chinese drama includes traditional opera and enchanting history. modern drama. Traditional Chinese drama, ancient Greek tragicomedy and Indian Sanskrit drama are called the World's Three Ancient Shanghai - An International Metropolis Dramas. Shanghai is the largest city in China in terms of population and one of Chinese Kongfu the largest urban areas in the world, with over 20 million people in its extended metropolitan area. It is located in China's central eastern Chinese martial arts, also referred to by the Mandarin Chinese term coast at the mouth of the Yangtze River and the city is administered as Wushu and popularly as Kongfu, are a number of fighting styles that a municipality with province-level status. have developed over the centuries in China. These fighting styles are often classified according to common traits. Examples of such traits Chinese Food include physical exercises involving animal mimicry, or training Chinese food culture is an important part of Chinese culture in terms of methods inspired by Chinese philosophies, religions and legends. both cooking and leisure. Chinese cuisine culture goes hand-in-hand Styles which focus on “qi” manipulation are labelled as internal, while with the sophisticated history of China. Chinese food also has a others which concentrate on improving muscle and cardiovascular worldwide reputation due to its long-term spread from China to the fitness are labelled as external. other regions of the world. The famous China Towns in different countries are known for their special service of Chinese food.

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TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION

Most international passengers will access Shanghai from Shanghai

Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao

International Airport (SHA).

How to get to the Venue from PVG？

Dongchang Road Direction: Shanghai Airport → Venue

Distance: 45 km

Transport / Time / Fee:

 By Metro / approx. 90 minutes / RMB 6 Yuan

Take Metro at Pudong International Airport and get off at Lujiazui station Exit 1 or 2. 5 minute walk (300 metres) to the Longyang Road Guanglan Road venue. Line 2

 By Maglev+ Metro / approx. 75 minutes / RMB 50+5=55

Yuan

Take the Maglev at Pudong Airport and get off at Longyang Road, Maglev then transfer to Metro line 2 and get off at Lujiazui station Exit 1 or 2. 5 minute walk (300 metres) to the venue.

 By Taxi / approx. 65 minutes / RMB approx. 150 Yuan

It will take approximately 65 minutes and about 150 Yuan from Pudong International Airport (PVG) PVG to the venue. You may show the driver the following Chinese characters in case they do not speak English: 请带我到上海国际会 Pudong International Airport to Lujiazui station 议中心，谢谢！（Hi, Please take me to Shanghai International Conference Center, thank you） Working hours: Metro Line 2: 5:30 am - 11:00 pm Maglev: 7:02 am - 9:42 pm

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TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION

How to get to the Venue from SHA?

People’s → Zhongshan Square Lujiazui Direction: Hongqiao Airport Venue Park Line2 Distance: 20 km Nanjing Transport / Time / Fee: Shanghai Hongqiao Airport East Road  By Metro / approx. 50 minutes / RMB 6 Yuan Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Lujiazui station Take Metro line 2 at Hongqiao Airport and get off at Lujiazui station

Exit 1 or 2. 5 minute walk (300 metres) to the venue. Working hours:

Metro Line 2: 5:30 am - 11:00 pm  By Taxi / approx. 45 minutes / RMB approx. 85 Yuan It will take approximately 45 minutes and about 85 Yuan from SHA to the venue. You may show the driver the following Chinese characters in case they do not speak English: 请带我到上海国际会 议中心，谢谢！（Hi, Please take me to Shanghai International

Conference Center, thank you）

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USEFUL INFORMATION USEFUL INFORMATION

Visa and Invitation Letter Emergency & Helpful Phone Numbers All foreign visitors entering China must possess a valid passport. Police Assistance: 110 Should you need a Letter of Invitation please contact: Emergency Medical Information Center: 120 [email protected] Fire Assistance: 119 Currency Language The official currency in China is the Renminbi (Yuan). Most major credit The official language of the 70th IIW Annual Assembly and cards are accepted in hotels and shops. Visa and Master Card are International Conference is English. acceptable at the IIW 2017 registration desk. Personal or company cheques will not be accepted. Coffee Breaks and Lunch Coffee will be served during breaks at the Shanghai International Tipping Conference Center. Participants can purchase a buffet lunch at the Tipping is not required in most cases. Oriental Riverside Hotel. There are also many restaurants in Zhengda Electricity and Voltage Square which is a five-minute walk from the conference venue. The standard voltage in China is 220V 50 Hz. The electric outlet Internet Access consists of two or three flat holes. For convenience, we suggest that Free Wi-Fi access will be available in all meeting rooms. Also an participants bring an adapter plug appropriate to their own equipment. Internet Café will be set up in the conference venue where participants Time can connect to the internet using free access computers. The time zone in China is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time Smoking (GMT+8hrs). Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the whole venue. The specified Insurance area outside the venue is permitted to smoke. It is advised that participants arrange their own personal health, accident and travel insurance.

Climate The average daytime temperature in Shanghai in June is around 20-30℃ (68-86℉). It rains a lot at this time of the year, so an umbrella will be very helpful.

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REGISTRATION FEES REGISTRATION ENTITLEMENTS

***Only persons registered as Delegate/Expert/Observer or Young Professional will be entitled to register any “Accompanying Persons”. Early Bird Regular Full Registrations – Delegate / Expert / Observer / include: Registration Type  Access to all sessions including the Annual Assembly and Before 30 April, From 1 May, 2017 and International Conference 2017(CNY) later (CNY)  Name badge, conference bag and handbook Note: the average exchange rate from July 1-December 31, 2016 is: 1US$ =6.75CNY, 1EUR=7.40CNY.  One ticket to Welcome Reception  One ticket to Chinese Evening Delegate/Expert/Observer 7500 8500  One ticket to Gala Banquet *Young Professional 4300 4600  One ticket to Welcome Reception of International Conference International Conference 2000 2300 Full Registrations – Young Professional include: Only  Access to all sessions including the Annual Assembly and **Student(Annual Assembly and 2400 2700 International Conference International Conference)  Name badge, conference bag and handbook Student(International  One ticket to Welcome Reception 1200 1500 conference only)  One ticket to Chinese Evening ***Accompanying Person 2600 2900  One ticket to Gala Banquet Those who are willing to be officially registered as an expert/delegate or  One ticket to Young Professionals’ Evening and Ice Breaking session member to specific commission(s) and/or group are invited to contact their  One ticket to Welcome Reception of International Conference national member society for official appointment. International Conference Only Registration includes: *Young Professionals must be able to provide evidence that they have been  Access to International Conference employed in the field of materials joining for not more than two years and are  Name badge, conference bag and handbook under the age of 35.  USB Conference Proceedings **Proof of student status will be required.  One ticket to Welcome Reception of International Conference

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REGISTRATION ENTITLEMENTS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Student Registrations (Annual Assembly and International Payment Terms Conference) include: All fees are in CNY (Chinese Yuan).  Access to all sessions including the Annual Assembly and Payment can be made via PayPal or bank transfer when registering International Conference via the website. Credit card and cash is acceptable at the registration  Name badge, conference bag and handbook desk. Any bank charges which may be incurred will be the  One ticket to Welcome Reception responsibility of the attendee.  One ticket to Chinese Evening  One ticket to Gala Banquet Cancellations and Refund Policy  One ticket to Young Professionals’ Evening and Ice Breaking session All cancellation must be made in writing to the IIW 2017 Secretariat by  One ticket to Welcome Reception of International Conference Email. Student (International Conference Only) Registration includes: Any cancellation before 31 May 2017 may receive a refund minus a  Access to International Conference 500 Yuan administration fee. No refund will be made for cancellations  Name badge, conference bag and handbook after 1 June 2017.  USB Conference Proceedings  One ticket to Welcome Reception of International Conference On-site Registration and Registration Desk Registered attendees should collect their registration package at the Accompanying Person Registrations include (Annual Assembly registration desk located in the Shanghai International Conference Only): Center. The registration desk will be open on 8:00 am-5:00 pm from  Name badge Sunday to Friday.  One ticket to Welcome Reception Additional Fees  One ticket to Chinese Evening  One ticket to Gala Banquet Payments for technical and sightseeing tours for attendees and  One ticket to Welcome Reception of International Conference accompanying persons must be made at the same time as the registration fee payment. *Note: The USB proceedings of international conference will be available for sale of RMB300 for the Delegate/Expert/Observer and Young Professional.

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ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION

The organisers have selected a series of hotels with special rates for For further enquiries about hotel bookings, participants and they may book their hotels via a direct link to the please contact Ms Sarah SHOU. hotel booking page. A special code will need to be quoted for each Email: [email protected] hotel. Check www.iiw2017.com for details.

Pudong Shangri-la Hotel, East Shanghai Oriental Riverside Hotel Five-Star Five-Star No. 33 Fu Cheng Road, Pudong, Shanghai, 200120 No. 2727 Binjiang Ave, Pudong, Shanghai, 200120 www.shangri-la.com/cn/shanghai/pudongshangrila www.shicc.net

Pudong Shangri-la Hotel is located by the historic Bund and in the Oriental Riverside Hotel is affiliated to Shanghai International center of Lujiazui, Shanghai’s financial district. The hotel consists of Convention Center, the official venue of IIW 2017.The hotel has a two parts, the River Wing and the Grand Tower, with 948 beautifully fantastic Bund view and has 273 river-view deluxe rooms and suites, decorated rooms. catering facilities in different styles and diversified recreational and fitness facilities.  Free Wi-Fi  15 minute walk to the Convention Center  Free Wi-Fi

 2 minute walk to the Convention Center

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Shanghai Hotel Four-Star The hotel has 525 rooms, and is ideally located in the heart of Lujiazui, No. 505 North Wulumuqi Road, Jingan District, Shanghai the financial center of Shanghai, close to the historic old city of www.shanghaihotel.com Shanghai, the Xintiandi Recreation Center and other major attractions of Shanghai. It is within walking distance of Metro Line 4.  Free Wi-Fi  7 km or 20 minute drive to the Convention Center  A free shuttle bus may be scheduled between the hotel and the Convention Center during IIW 2017 depending on the number of participants staying here. The hotel offers 527 well-appointed rooms. Shanghai Hotel is within Four Points by Sheraton Shanghai walking distance of famous shopping streets such as West Nanjing Four-Star Road and Huaihai Road. A Metro Line 2 stop (Jinan Temple Station) is No. 2111 Pudong Nan Road, Shanghai, 200127 located close to the hotel. www.fourpointsdl-hotel.com  Free Wi-Fi  9 km or 20 minute drive to the Convention Center.  A free shuttle bus may be scheduled between the hotel and the Convention Center during IIW 2017 depending on the number of participants staying here.

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IIW 2017 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 25 June, 2017 26 June, 2017 27 June, 2017 28 June, 2017 29 June, 2017 30 June, 2017 Opening of IIW IIW Board of IIW Technical IAB-A IAB-B IAB Board International Directors Management Board Conference IIW Board of IIW Working Units IIW Working Units IIW Working Units IIW Working Units IIW Working Units Directors

IIW International IIW International IAB Members Conference Conference

Technical Visits Technical Visits

Sightseeing Tours Sightseeing Tours Sightseeing Tours Sightseeing Tours Sightseeing Tours Sightseeing Tours

National Delegation General Assembly Meetings IIW Opening Ceremony National Delegation National Delegation IIW Chair + TMB Meetings Meetings Young Professionals’ Ice Breaking session Young Professionals’ Welcome Reception Evening Welcome Reception Chinese Evening Gala Banquet IIW International IIW Board of Conference Directors’ Dinner

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2017 ANNUAL ASSEMBLY (PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME)

SUNDAY, 25 JUNE WEDNESDAY, 28 JUNE TIME IIW WU OR EVENT TIME IIW WU OR EVENT 08:30-13:30 IIW Board of Directors 08:30 - 18:00 IAB Board 08:30-17:00 IIW Working Units 08:30-18:00 IIW Working Units 14:00-16:00 General Assembly 14:00 - 18:00 IAB Member Meeting Young Professionals’ Ice Breaking 16:30-17:30 19:00 - 22:00 Gala Banquet Session

18:00-19:30 Opening Ceremony 19:30-22:30 Welcome Reception THRUSDAY, 29 JUNE MONDAY, 26 JUNE TIME IIW WU OR EVENT 09:00 - 18:00 IIW International Conference TIME IIW WU OR EVENT 08:30 - 18:00 IIW Working Units 08:30-18:00 IAB-A 16:00 - 18:00 Chair-TMB 08:30-18:00 IIW Working Units IIW International Conference 12:30-14:00 National Delegation Meetings 19:00 - 22:00 Welcome Reception Chinese Evening 19:00-22:00 ( Cruise) FRIDAY, 30 JUNE TUESDAY, 27 JUNE TIME IIW WU OR EVENT 09:00 - 18:00 IIW International Conference TIME IIW WU OR EVENT 09:00 - 11:00 IIW TMB Meeting 08:30 - 18:00 IAB - B 11:00 - 17:00 IIW Board of Directors Meeting 08:30-18:00 IIW Working Units 12:30 - 14:00 National Delegation Meetings 18:30 – 21:30 Young Professionals’ Evening

19:00 - 22:00 Board of Directors’ Dinner

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IIW WORKING UNITS IIW WORKING UNITS

Technical Commissions (C) Select Committees (SC) C-I / Additive manufacturing, surfacing and thermal cutting SC-AIR / Permanent joints in new materials and coatings for aircraft C-II / Arc welding and filler metals engineering C-III / Resistance welding, solid state welding and allied joining SC-AUTO / Automotive and road transport processes SC-MICRO / Research developments and applications in micro- and C-IV / Power beam processes nano-joining technologies C-IX / Behavior of metals subjected to welding SC-QUAL / Quality management in welding and allied processes C-V / Non-destructive testing and quality assurance of welded products Board of Directors Working Groups C-VI / Terminology WG-COM / Communications and Marketing C-VIII / Health, safety and environment WG-RA / Regional Activities C-X / Structural performances of welded joints - fracture avoidance WG-STAND / Standardisation C-XI / Pressure vessels, boilers and pipelines C-XII / Arc welding processes and production systems TMB C-XIII / Fatigue of welded components and structures TMB / Technical Management Board C-XIV / Education and training CHAIR C-XV / Design, analysis and fabrication of welded structures C-XVI / Polymer joining and adhesive technology CHAIR / Chairmen of Working Units (combined with TMB) C-XVII / Brazing, soldering, and diffusion bonding IAB Board of Directors IAB / Qualification and Certification BOARD / IIW Board of Directors IAB Groups GA / IIW General Assembly IAB-Assessors / Lead and Peer Assessors Study Groups (SG) IAB-Board / Board of IAB IAB-Group A / Education, Training and Qualification SG-212 / The physics of welding IAB-Group B / Implementation, Authorisation and Certification SG-RES / Welding research strategy and collaboration IAB-MM / Members Meeting of IAB

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IIW 2017 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE IIW 2017 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

Green Welding Technologies The conference will open with the distinguished Portevin Lecture, followed by two plenary lectures in a half-day plenary session, which for Effective and Reliable Manufacturing will be delivered by highly respected and well-known experts in the welding world. In the next one-and-half days, the conference will Welding is an essential technology that bond materials together in the continue in four parallel sessions with relevant topics: manufacturing sectors such as the automotive industry, power industry, construction industry and even the aviation industry. With the  Advanced/green welding and joining processes recent progress of materials-added manufacturing, welding itself has  Simulation in welding now become a form of manufacturing.  Welding of heavy plates, non-ferrous metals and high strength materials The world today is highly focused on manufacturing, both in  Additive manufacturing. developed countries and emerging economies. Whereas green Prospective authors are invited to submit their abstracts online before welding is crucial to achieving sustainable development of the 15 February, 2017 via the conference website www.iiw2017.com manufacturing industries, efficiency and reliability are the critical factors for enterprise competiveness and for improving the quality of Important Deadlines: life of people. Therefore, the theme “Green Welding Technologies  A 150-400 words abstract with title, authors and Email to: for Effective and Reliable Manufacturing” was chosen for this [email protected], by 15 February, 2017 International Conference to explore these modern challenges.  Full paper submitted to: [email protected], by 10 March, This conference will be held in Shanghai on 29-30 June, 2017 in 2017 conjunction with the 70th IIW Annual Assembly. It will be a unique  Notification of acceptance: by 30 March, 2017 (Templates will opportunity for Chinese manufacturers, members of the welding be provided) industry and students to hear world-class speakers address the latest  Camera-ready manuscripts submitted to: topics relevant to their industry. [email protected], by 30 April, 2017

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SOCIAL EVENTS SOCIAL EVENTS

Opening Ceremony Chinese Evening Auditorium, Shanghai International Conference Center Huangpu River Cruise Sunday, 25 June at 18:00-19:30 Monday, 26 June at 19:00-22:00 The Opening Ceremony of the 70th IIW Annual Assembly and The Chinese Evening will take place on a cruise on the beautiful International Conference will take place on the first Sunday evening. Huangpu River. While sharing a great moment with friends and The programme will include short speeches by the Chairman of the colleagues from around the globe, you may also discover the Local Organising Committee and the IIW President, followed by the magnificent view along both sides of the Huangpu River and traditional IIW Prizes and Awards ceremony. Performances of Chinese experience the long history and stories of this amazing land. traditional entertainment may also be included. Dress code: Casual Dress code: business attire Gala Banquet Grand Ballroom 1, Shanghai International Conference Center Wednesday, 28 June at 19:00-22:00 The Gala Banquet will offer a delicious dinner and great entertainment. The programme will include short speeches and IIW Flag Handover Ceremony. A Singing and Dancing Show in the 1930s Shanghai style will take place later in the evening.

Dress code: Formal Welcome Reception Grand Ballroom 1, Shanghai International Conference Center International Conference Welcome Reception Sunday, 25 June at 19:30-22:30 Pearl Room, Shanghai International Conference Center The Welcome Reception will follow the Opening Ceremony. Take a Thursday, June 29 at 19:00-22:00 bite of traditional Chinese delicacies with drinks and experience the The Welcome Reception of the International Conference will offer unique charm of the Oriental city of Shanghai. delicate food and beverages and will provide you with an unforgettable Dress code: business attire evening in Shanghai.

Dress code: business attire

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TECHNICAL VISITS TECHNICAL VISITS

Tuesday, 27 June at 13:00-17:00 Wednesday, 28 June at 13:00-17:00

Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) enjoys a long history in China. The Maglev Train is the first commercial magnetic levitation line in the It is a key university directly under the administration of the Ministry of world. The line runs between and Pudong Education of China and the Shanghai Municipal Government. The International Airport, taking less than 8 minutes to complete the Shanghai Key Laboratory of Materials Laser Processing and distance of 30 km. It can reach up to 431 km/hr (268 mph) during the Modification will be open to visitors. journey. You will find more details about the Maglev Train during this trip to the Maglev Museum. Tuesday, 27 June at 13:00-17:00 Wednesday, 28 June at 8:00-12:00 Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd (COMAC) is a state-owned company that functions as the main vehicle in Shanghai Electric Nuclear Power Equipment Co., Ltd. specialises in manufacturing master devices for nuclear facilities such as reactor implementing large passenger aircraft programmes in China. It is also pressure vessels, steam generators, pressurisers and core makeup focused on the overall planning of trunk liner and regional jet tanks. It provides a large number of product series, good technologies programmes in China. and services and is highly competitive in the Chinese market.

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SIGHTSEEING TOURS SIGHTSEEING TOURS

Old Shanghai Tour (4 Hrs.) For inquiries and/or customised tour requirements, please

Sunday, 25 June at 1:30 pm-5:30 pm contact: Ms Sarah SHOU Email: [email protected]

 Yuyuan Garden: one of the most famous classical gardens in Be a Shanghainees for Half a Day (4.5 Hrs.) China. It was inaugurated in the Ming Dynasty and has a total area of 20,000 square metres. The garden demonstrates perfectly Monday, 26 June at 9:00 am-1:30 pm

the sophisticated art of combining several different elements to This morning, you will step into the true Shanghainees’ life; our tour create a world in miniature - ingeniously mingling pavilions and corridors, small hills and carefully selected and well-placed rocks, starts with a visit to the People’s Square where local people do lotus ponds, bridges, winding paths, and trees and shrubs. As a morning exercises such as Taichi, badminton or fan dancing. Then paragon of the south Chinese landscaping style of the Ming and you will be guests in a new workers’ residential area. You will visit Qing dynasties, it is a MUST for visitors to Shanghai. local families, kindergartens and the local food market. During lunch time, you will be invited to prepare lunch together with a local  City-God-Temple Bazaar: the well preserved old part of housewife in her own house. Shanghai, where cobbled streets are lined with traditional shops selling herbal medicines, handicrafts, Chinese tea and a variety of Tour price based on groups of 3 persons or more: RMB 400/ person. tantalising snacks. Price includes: -English speaking guide  one of Shanghai’s most recognisable destinations, the The Bund: -Air-conditioned coach Bund is known for its impressive array of foreign concession-era -Entrance fees Art Deco and neoclassical architecture, taking both Western and -Lunch Chinese characteristics.

Tour price based on 3 persons or more: RMB 300/ person Price includes: -English speaking guide -Air-conditioned coach -Entrance fees. .

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SIGHTSEEING TOURS SIGHTSEEING TOURS New Shanghai Tour (4 Hrs.) Chinese Gardens and Water Village Tour (Full Day) Monday, 26 June at 11:30 pm-5:30 pm Tuesday, 27and Friday, 30 June at 8:30 am-7:00 pm

 Shanghai Center: the highest building in China, and a new  Suzhou: regarded as “a paradise on earth” and renown for its landmark of Shanghai. It is 632 metres high with 121 floors. classical Chinese style gardens. Suzhou was also named by Shanghai Center boasts the world's highest sky deck to provide Marco Polo as the “Venice in the Orient” for its numerous and tourists with an ultimate visual experience of the city. rivers and canals.  Master of the Nets Garden: the smallest yet the most delicate landscaped garden in Suzhou. Being an elegant structure of a typical official's residence in the Qing Dynasty (1636-1911), Master of the Nets Garden consists of a residential quarter and the garden proper. The garden is especially fancied by overseas visitors and is praised as the most ornate and intact private garden in Suzhou.  : one of the most popular water towns in China. This Zhouzhuang is a small ancient town where waterways thread their way through

the flagstone streets and alleys. Hundreds of years of history,

Chinese-ink-painting-like-scenery, traditional houses built on

waterways and interesting folk customs are the unique scene of  Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall: completed in 2000 Zhouzhuang. Explore graceful scenery, unique-flavored foods and and opened to the public in the same year, Shanghai Urban simple and colorful folk-customs. Planning Exhibition Center will show to the visitors the city’s Tour price based on 3 persons or more: RMB 800/ person unique pace of development. Price includes: English speaking guide; Air-conditioned coach; Entrance Tour price based on 3 persons or more: RMB 400/ person fees; Lunch Price includes: -English speaking guide . -Air-conditioned coach -Entrance fees

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SIGHTSEEING TOURS SIGHTSEEING TOURS Shanghai Acrobatic Show: ERA-Intersection of Time Cultural Tour in Shanghai (4 Hrs.) Tuesday, 27 and Thursday, 29 June at 6:30 pm-10:00 pm Wednesday, 28 June at 8:30 am-12:30 pm.

ERA is an acrobatic performance with impressive skills and elaborate  Shanghai Museum: one of the most famous museums in China. costumes. The show offers unforgettable memories and is held in the It covers an area of 38,000 square metres. Ancient Chinese Circus World of Shanghai every night from 19:30-21:00. bronzes, sculptures, ceramics, jades, seals, calligraphy, coin and currency, paintings, Ming and Qing-dynasty furniture, and crafts of Tour price based on 3 persons or more: RMB 400/ person China's national minorities are displayed in the museums. Price includes: English speaking guide; Air-conditioned coach; One ticket

 Xintiandi (Shanghai new world): an interesting place where

ancient and modern meets. The renovated old Shikumen

residential area is located here, and you will also find lots of bars

and restaurants too. International visitors will love the Chinese

culture at Xintiandi, while Chinese people also enjoy the exotic

feeling here.

Tour price based on 3 persons or more: RMB 300/ person Price includes: English speaking guide; Air-conditioned coach

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IIW 2017 70th IIW Annual Assembly & International Conference 25-30 June, 2017

Shanghai, China