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PIPOC 2017 AN 1 INVITATION he MPOB International Palm Oil A trade exhibition with more than 340 TCongress and Exhibition (PIPOC) is a exhibition booths will also be held throughout biennial event organised by the Malaysian the Congress to provide opportunities for Palm Oil Board (MPOB). PIPOC will once delegates to view and discuss current again be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention technologies, state-of-the art equipments Centre (KLCC) which offers a stimulating and products related to the oils and fats environment for conferences and exhibitions. industry. The exhibition also provides networking opportunities for buyers and PIPOC 2017 is expected to draw more than sellers. 8000 participants and trade visitors comprising mainly CEOs, directors, We value your presence at this Congress researchers, policy makers, plantation to hear what the industry experts and managers, millers, traders, export personnel researchers have to share about the oil palm and all those who are involved directly and industry technology advancements and their indirectly in the palm oil industry, from 50 impact on our businesses and daily lives. countries. It will be one of the world’s largest We would also love to hear your thoughts palm oil technical and trade congregations. and opinions at this not-to-be missed event – PIPOC 2017, from 14-16 November at the PIPOC has five concurrent conferences to Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. provide a strategic platform for interaction and in-depth deliberation of the many facets Thank you, and we look forward to your of oil palm and the palm oil industry, on confirmed participation. innovations, latest developments, challenges and the way forward for the industry. Best regards, The theme for PIPOC 2017, ‘Treasuring the Past, Charting the Future’, is timely with the commemoration of 100 years of commercial planting of oil palm in Malaysia. The theme reflects an emphasis on the vital aspects of research and development and commercialisation in the effort to chart the way forward for the palm oil industry. The Congress will provide participants with a platform to explore opportunities for further Dr Ahmad Kushairi Din advancements in the technologies related to Director-General, the palm oil industry. Malaysian Palm Oil Board TEntativE PROGRAMME Time AcTiviTy SUNDAY 12 NovEMBER 2017 8.00 am Golf 8.00 am – 6.00 pm Congress pre- registration 2.30 pm – 6.00 pm Technical tour registration MONDAY 13 NovEMBER 2017 7.00 am Technical Tours 7.30 am – 4.30 pm International Seminar on 100 Years of Technological Advancement in Oil Palm Breeding & Seed Production 8.00 am – 6.00 pm Congress Pre-Registration 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm Certified Sustainable Palm Oil Forum 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm Congress Mixer TUESDAY 14 NovEMBER 2017 8.00 am Congress Registration 9.00 am Arrival of Participants and Guests 9.30 am Arrival of the Honourable Guests 10.00 am Official Opening and Keynote Address 11.00 am Refreshment/ Exhibition/ Posters Viewing 12.30 pm Lunch 2.00 pm Plenary Lectures 5.00 pm Exhibition/ Posters Viewing 5.30 pm Evening Forum 7.30 pm High Tea WEDNESDAY 15 NovEMBER 2017 8.30 am- 5.30 pm Concurrent Conferences: • Agriculture, Biotechnology & Sustainability Conference • Chemistry, Processing Technology & Bio-energy Conference • Oleo & Specialty Chemicals Conference • Global Economics & Marketing Conference • Food, Health & Nutrition Conference 8.00 pm Congress Dinner THURSDAY 16 NovEMBER 2017 2 8.30 am- 5.30 pm Concurrent Conferences: • Agriculture, Biotechnology & Sustainability Conference Treasuring • Chemistry, Processing Technology & Bio-energy Conference the Past • Oleo & Specialty Chemicals Conference Charting the Future • Global Economics & Marketing Conference • Food, Health & Nutrition Conference THE CONGRESS PIPOC 2017 The Congress features five concurrent conferences covering upstream, midstream, downstream, economics and marketing. A keynote address will be delivered by a distinguished speaker. Five plenary lectures by experts in 3 the field of oils and fats will be held in the afternoon of 14 November 2017. The lectures will cover various topics of interest in line with the theme of the Congress. Objectives: • To discuss strategic R&D findings in all aspects of the oil palm and palm oil industry worldwide; • To adopt recent technological findings that will improve the oil palm/palm oil industry; and • To formulate strategies towards enhanced sustainability, competitiveness, automation and policies on trade, market trends and trade challenges. THE VENUE Situated at the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s central business district, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) is the city’s most technologically advanced, purpose-built facility for international, regional and local conventions, trade shows, public exhibitions, entertainment and private functions. Designed as a ‘city within a city’, KLCC offers a stimulating environment where one can work, live, shop, visit and enjoy life. Other components include a 25-ha park, the signature PETRONAS Twin Towers, the Asy’Syakirin Mosque, six-storey Suria KLCC shopping centre, PETROSAINS interactive science discovery centre, Galeri PETRONAS and the Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS, home of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. THE LANGUAGE English is the official language of the Congress. WHO SHOULD ATTEND PIPOC 2017 caters for those involved in the oil palm, palm oil and other oils and fats industry including R&D personnel, scientists, planters, millers, traders, processors, manufacturers, economists, policy makers and academicians. The Congress will be especially useful for networking with your peers in the oils and fats industry while exchanging views and sharing new ideas. CONGRESS ATTIRE Office attire/smart casual. RELATED INTEREST EXHIBITION A trade exhibition will be held concurrently during the MPOB International Palm Oil Congress and Exhibition (PIPOC 2017) on 14-16 November 2017. This has become the avenue for making contacts and networking and the best way to promote products, equipment and services to attract new clients and decision-makers worldwide especially in the palm oil/oil palm industry. Participating at PIPOC 2017 Exhibition will provide wide business opportunities in this highly competitive market by: • discussing your products with your new and existing clients; • launching new products and services; • gaining new contracts and obtaining new leads; • meeting existing and potentialSOLD working partners; OUT and • much more… For registration or enquiry, please contact: [email protected] or Tel: +603-8769 4889 GOLF The game is open to interested participants and their guests. The PIPOC 2017 Golf Tournament will be held on Sunday, 12 November 2017 at Amverton Cove Golf & Island Resort, Carey Island, Selangor. A fee of RM 400 (USD 150) is applicable. For further enquiries, please contact: Dr Mohd Hefni Rusli [email protected] Tel.+603-8769 4473/ Fax +603-8925 8215 +6 011-1624 3302 Mohd Naim Hamid [email protected] Tel.+603-8769 4515/ Fax +603-8925 9652 +6 019-240 0048 CONGRESS DINNER An evening not to be missed… Participants are invited to attend the Congress Dinner on 15 November 2017, showcasing a live entertainment featuring the multicultural heritage of Malaysia. Participants may purchase extra tickets at RM 230 (Malaysian) and USD 85 (Non-Malaysian) per person for accompanying spouse and guests. 4 Treasuring the Past Charting the Future PIPOC 2017 TECHNICAL TOURS Technical tours to selected establishments will be conducted on Monday, 13 November 2017. 5 Participants may select one of the following options: FEE Option Tour Malaysian Non Malaysian (RM) (USD) A1 Sime Darby Plantation Sdn Bhd 400 150 (Plantation & Mill) Ladang West, 42960 Pulau Carey, Selangor A2 Felda Sungai Tekam 400 150 (Plantation & Mill) 27000 Jerantut, Pahang A3 Sime Darby Tennamaram Estate 400 150 (Plantation & Mill) Batu 37, Jalan Raja Musa, 45600 Bestari Jaya, Selangor B Kilang Sawit Felda Sungai Tengi 400 150 (Biogas Plant) 44010 Kuala Kubu Baru, Selangor C Stesen Penyelidikan MPOB Keratong 400 150 (General Kilometre 137, Lebuhraya Segamat-Kuantan, Research 26900 Bandar Tun Razak, Station) Pahang The registration fee is inclusive of refreshments. For enquiry, please contact: Julia Madzuin Muda [email protected] Tel. +603-8769 4512 Fax +603-8925 2850 Mohd Ramzan Rusli [email protected] Tel. +603-8769 4435 Fax +603-8925 2850 Seats are limited and will be based on first come, first served basis with full payment. FEES Congress Registration FEE Congress Registration Fee* RM USD (Malaysian) (Non-Malaysian) Participants Standard 3 100 1 165 Walk-in Participants 3 150 1 185 Poster Presenter (Industry) 1 550 580 Student 930 350 Walk-in Student 980 370 5% discount for group registration of 5 and more persons. MPOB Licensee Standard 2 800 - Walk-in MPOB Licensee 2 850 - * Inclusive of 6% GST, book of abstracts, refreshments, lunches and congress dinner. • Separate charges are applicable for TECHNICAL TOURS, EXTRA CONGRESS DINNER TICKETS and GOLF. • For more information, please contact: [email protected] • You are encouraged to register via MPOB website: www.mpob.gov.my pipoc.mpob.gov.my TERMS AND CONDITIONS • Requests for cancellation must be made in writing. • 100% refund will be made for written cancellation received before 1 August 2017. Refund will be issued after the Congress. • No refund will be given for cancellation received after 1 August 2017. However, replacement is acceptable and please forward the name to MPOB. • The Registration Form serves as the official invoice. 6 Treasuring the Past Charting the Future PIPOC 2017: PIPOC TENTATIVE PROGRAM 2017 Time AcTiviTy veNUe 7 TUESDAY 14 NovEMBER 2017 8.00 am - 6.00 pm Congress Registration L3: Banquet Hall 9.00 am Arrival of Participants and Guests L1: Plenary Hall Auditorium 9.30 am Arrival of Honorable Guests L1: Plenary Hall Auditorium 10.00 am Official Opening & Keynote Address L1: Plenary Hall Auditorium 12.30 pm Lunch GL: Exhibition Hall 1 2.00 pm PL1: AGRICULTURE, BIOTECHNOLOGY & L1: Plenary Hall SUSTAINABILITY CONFERENCE Auditorium Title : A Vision for Transformation of the Oil Palm Industry Speaker : Dr Ahmad Kushairi Din, MPOB Chairperson : Dr Tristan Durand-Gasselin, PalmElit SAS.