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EXHIBITOR MANUAL: SERVICES & SUPPLIERS

aef 2024 Barcelona

OFFICIAL CONTRACTORS

Below are our official suppliers; some are compulsory and some are recommended. We strongly advise you to use our suppliers, as we are able to verify their services. If you have any questions, please do reach out to our Operations Team

ACCOMMODATION

Bnetwork
Tel: +34 93 550 03 50
aefhotels@bnetwork.com
https://aefhotels.bnetwork.com

We have teamed up with bnetwork to offer exclusive and discounted rates at pre-approved hotels close to the Fira de Montjuïc. Barcelona gets very busy in June and hotels will book up quickly, so book asap to avoid disappointment. 

AUDIO VISUAL

EventPro will be providing all of your AV needs; you can start ordering now using the information below:

Online Link: www.eventproav.co.uk/order
Password: eu (lowercase)

The deadline for ordering is 10th June 2024 - any orders placed after this will have a 20% surcharge

All exhibitor queries should be directed to:

Contact: Wilkes 
Email: hiredesk@eventproav.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 1827 250500

CARPET & FLOORING

All stands must have flooring; Shell Scheme Packages will have this included, but Space Only will need to organise this in accordance with the regulations outlined here

You can order this via the Fira Store.

You can contact Servifira on aef@firabarcelona.com | Tel: +34 93 233 20 00

You are also welcome to use your own provider should you wish.

CATERING

Calblay is the official and sole supplier for catering at Africa Energy Forum. Calblay hold the exclusive right to supply all food and beverages consumed on-site. This is required so that the organisers can ensure strict controls of health and safety standards are in place. 

Please see the Stand Catering Brochure here and Online Shop - https://webapp.yumminn.com/4b8f77934e614e318ba68738669f674f  please note that all accessories (plates, cups etc) need to be ordered in addition to the food and drinks. 

If you are ordering a coffee machine or similar, you will also need to order a table to put this on and an an electrical point. 

To order catering for your stand and/or meeting room, please use the contact details below:

Cristina Olivé
cristina@calblay.com
+34 673 614 306

 

HAPPY HOURS

This year we are encouraging our exhibitors to participate in our Happy Hours on Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th June.

Exhibitors are encouraged to host drinks receptions on their stands from 4pm. Drinks and canapes can be ordered via our online shop here.

Please do let us know if you are planning to host a happy hour, so that we can promote it at the Forum. All sponsors that inform us of their reception before 31st May 2024 will be given 1 FREE floor sticker, which will be placed on the floor next to their stand and listed on the official Happy Hour listing. We can also provide an e-mail signature banner for your emails.

Please note, that sponsors will not be permitted to host any drinks receptions on Tuesday 25th June as our official opening reception will be taking place. 

 

The aef VIP Restaurant

Due to popular demand and following on from its continued success since it launched in 2021, we are delighted to announce our VIP seated restaurant is back. Why not book a lunch meeting?

Tables can be reserved on Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th June for lunch between 12 noon and 2pm.

Each day, there will be a new menu with a choice of two options, serving a 3-course meal comprising of a light starter, main and a choice of miniature desserts.

To book a table at the restaurant, please do so by clicking the link below:

Restaurant Booking (smartsheet.com)

Tables will also be available onsite to sponsors on a first come, first serve basis. Please note one table per sponsor per day is permitted

CAR PARKING

Parking is very limited at this venue, so we do recommend that you use Public Transport. Lots of helpful information can be found here

If you wish to book a parking pass which are valid for the duration of the event, plus the Sunday and Monday of build-up, you can purchase via the Fira Store

For any questions about parking, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: servifira@firabarcelona.com

CLEANING

The first clean of your stand pre-show will be provided by us; all subsequent cleaning thereafter must be arranged by the exhibitor for all stands; this can be ordered via the Fira Store.

Early Bird Deadline is 6th June 2024 - after this a surcharge will be added. 

For any questions about cleaning, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: aef@firabarcelona.com

ELECTRICS

Electrical connections must be arranged by the exhibitor for all stands; this MUST be organised through the Fira HERE

Early Bird Deadline is 6th June 2024 - after this a surcharge will be added. 

For any questions, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: aef@firabarcelona.com

EXHIBITOR BADGES

You can register for your exhibitor badges via the LiveBuzz Exhibitor Hub; you will have been emailed your link to this, but please reach out to aef@energynet.co.uk or call +44 (0)207 384 8281 if you need any assistance. 

FURNITURE

There is a wide range of furniture available via the Fira Store

Early Bird Deadline is 6th June 2024 - after this a surcharge will be added. 

For any questions, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: aef@firabarcelona.com

GRAPHICS

There is a wide range of graphic services available via the Fira Store

Early Bird Deadline is 6th June 2024 - after this a surcharge will be added. 

For any questions, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: graphics@firabarcelona.com  

INTERNET & WIFI

There will be an event-wide WiFi available which is suitable for browsing and checking emails, but if you need a stronger connection for presentations, streaming etc, please order this via the Fira Store

Early Bird Deadline is 6th June 2024 - after this a surcharge will be added. 

For any questions about cleaning, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: aef@firabarcelona.com

LEAD SCANNERS

We are working with SmartScan by LiveBuzz for Lead Retrieval / Badge Scanners. You can manage or purchase a license for this app via your Exhibitor Hub; please reach out to aef@energynet.co.uk if you cannot locate this in the hub. 

LOGISTICS - SHIPPING, LIFTING & CUSTOMS

Kuehne & Nagel is the official and sole suppliers for freight services (including freight forwarding, deliveries, lifting and storage) at Africa Energy Forum. Exhibition Kuehne & Nagel is the only company permitted to operate forklifts and other lifting machinery within the marquees, and can assist you with:

  • Customs clearance
  • Transportation of goods from within the UK and from overseas
  • Forklift, trolley, and pallet truck hire services
  • Handling of goods on site
  • Empties storage

Their Expo and Event Logistics platform myFairLOG offers a range of services to support the planning, coordination, and logistical requirements of your event; Here’s how it works:

We recommend that you book your services through our platform and explore the full range of offerings available. To discover the comprehensive list of services, please visit our platform and check what we have to offer. If you prefer to use an order form, download it here

Kuehne+Nagel Expo & Events UK Ltd
3 Avenue Road, Aston, B64AG
Contact : Robert Towler
T: 0121 352 2823
E:clarion.events@kuehne-nagel.com

SHELL SCHEME & NAMEBOARDS

The Fira will be providing your Shell Scheme Package - please follow this link for full information

For any questions about your package, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: aef@firabarcelona.com

SPACE ONLY CONTRACTORS

Space Only stand are required to engage a stand contractor to build their stand. Below are some suggestions. 

Our official contractor for the event is ServiFira, who also have a build team:

Build Up by Fira
https://www.buildupfira.com/en/
info@buildupfira.com

We can also recommend the following companies, although they are not our official suppliers:

Koa Factory
www.koafactory.com
Lou: lou@koafactory.com
Jordi: jordi@koafactory.com
Tel: +34629665899

RC Projects
Elvira Tarré
M +34 650 183 627 · T +34 93 300 68 04 
elviratarre@rcprojects.es 
www.rcprojects.es

TEMPORARY STAFF

Should you require hosts, security, manpower or other temporary staff for your stand, you can order via the Fira Store

Early Bird Deadline is 6th June 2024 - after this a surcharge will be added. 

For further questions, please contact:
Tel: +34 93 233 20 00
Email: aef@firabarcelona.com

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