25th and 26th November 2021

Brussels

Covid-19 updates in Belgium:

As part of the latest Belgian government health measures, wearing a mask is mandatory both indoors and outdoors. This measure is in addition to the mandatory presentation of the "Covid Safe Ticket" already in place. It is a proof of complete vaccination, of a negative PCR test or of a certification of recovery. The “Covid Safe Ticket” and the mask are therefore mandatory for the entire duration of our event.

The AIVP accepts no responsibility for changes in local health and safety requirements. It is the responsibility of the participants to check with local authorities. Please check travel protocols and guidance before traveling.

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You are not a Belgian resident and you are planning to stay for more than 48 hours in Belgium? 

The following rules apply when you are in Belgium:

1. You have to fill in the Passenger Location Form (PLF) within 6 months before your arrival in Belgium, even if you are fully vaccinated. The PLF must be filled in by anyone travelling directly or indirectly to Belgium.​

2. Check the colour code of your country and/or whether it is listed as a very high-risk country. 

3. Check which COVID certificate you have.

For more information about the evolving local health and safety requirements, please check local governments’ current guidance:

• https://www.info-coronavirus.be/en/

• https://www.info-coronavirus.be/en/travels/

The time has come to meet in person again! Finally, after 2 years marked by covid restrictions, numerous video calls, home office and travel limitations, AIVP members will have again an opportunity to meet in person. On the 25th and 26th of November, a new edition of the Port & City Days and the General Assembly will take place in Brussels, Belgium. In cooperation with the Port Authority and the Municipality, we have programmed a rich event, both for the internal functioning of our organisation and the content programme.

This meeting will mark the end of the successful 6 years presidency of Mr. Philippe Matthis and the start of a new era in AIVP, with a new president. We will have an opportunity to reflect on the hard past months and present the plans for the future of our organisation.

During the two days of the Port & City Days by AIVP we will host several keynote speeches and roundtables on the different key topics relevant for the present and future of port cities worldwide. We will discuss about main issues related to the AIVP Agenda 2030, such as climate change adaptation, protection of biodiversity, the global challenge of having quality food for all, the restart of cruises and tourism after covid-19 or blue economy and innovation ecosystems in port cities.

A major highlight will be the high-level political roundtable of the first day, to discuss the recent policy package “Fit for 55” presented by the EU. This session, with the confirmed presence of Mr. Edouard Philippe (Mayor of Le Havre and former Prime Minister of France) will have a special focus on the energy transition in the maritime sector and urban energy demands. We will also debate on the consequences of the EU Green Deal and its repercussions on the global context.

See you in Brussels!

Useful Information

Covid-19 updates: COVID travel guidelines

As part of the latest Belgian government health measures, wearing a mask is mandatory both indoors and outdoors. This measure is in addition to the mandatory presentation of the "Covid Safe Ticket" already in place. It is a proof of complete vaccination, of a negative PCR test or of a certification of recovery. The “Covid Safe Ticket” and the mask are therefore mandatory for the entire duration of our event.

For more information about the evolving local health and safety requirements, please check local governments’ current guidance:

• https://www.info-coronavirus.be/en/

• https://www.commissioner.brussels/en/updates-covid-19/item/884-covid-safe-ticket

Not feeling like travelling yet? Port & City Days by AIVP in remote mode!

After two years marked by Covid, the AIVP is offering for the first time the possibility to attend its Port & City Days remotely. Available both live and streaming, you will also have the possibility of interacting. Thanks to this unique service, you will not miss any of the sessions and will even be able to keep your access to the content several weeks after the event through a dedicated platform, accessible to participants through logins given upon registration. 

For only 220 euros (excluding VAT) as an AIVP member or 275 euros (excluding VAT) for a non-AIVP member, do not let restrictions prevent you from accessing an event offering quality content, hopefully providing some answers to the major issues we are facing together today.

Virtual Access

This is a hybrid event. To follow the event virtually, you have to join the platform Swapcard

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Download here the instructions

Event Venue
Hilton Brussels Grand Place hotel

This year, our Statutory General Assembly and AIVP Meetings will take place at the Hilton Hotel in the heart of the political capital of the 27, near the Grand Place in Brussels. For your comfort, the AIVP has also reserved a limited number of single and double rooms for its members. When you make your reservation, you can select the number of nights of your choice. The price is per room per night, including buffet breakfast and local taxes. Requests will be fulfilled according to availability at the time of receipt.

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Central location in the hearts of Brussels

Featuring chandelier-lit interiors, the hotel is next to Brussels Central railway station and three blocks from the iconic Grand Place, located within 10 minutes of Square Brussels Meeting Center and the Place Royale’s Museum district.

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What to expect during your visit?

We work closely with the event venue, the Hilton Brussels Grand Place hotel to provide you a safe and relaxing stay. For information about their initiatives related to COVID, please visit https://www.hilton.com/en/p/what-to-expect/. Hilton is committed to providing a safe, enjoyable experience from check-in to check-out. Learn more at https://www.hilton.com/en/corporate/cleanstay/. Face coverings may be required. Please contact the hotel for more information.

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Available: Executive Lounge, Fitness Center.

Available but with modified service: Breakfast, On-site Restaurant(s), Room Service.

Temporarily not available: Business Center.

Arrival time:

Check-in: 2:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Contacts:

Hilton Bruxelles Grand Place

Carrefour de l'Europe 3, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique

www.hilton.com

+32 2 548 42 11

Walking distance between the venue (Hilton Brussels Grand Place) and the reception venue (at the Brussels City Hall) on Thursday 25th November 2021: 10 minutes.

Registration

Please download the registration form and return it filled in and signed to AIVP

Or by email to one of the following addresses of your choice:

• Chloé COLBOC, Assistant General Secretary: ccolboc@aivp.org or

• Corinne LALLEMAND, Director General Secretary: clallemand@aivp.org or

• aivp@aivp.org

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Or by post to the following address:

AIVP - 5, quai de la Saône

76600 LE HAVRE - France

If you have any questions, you can contact the AIVP by telephone at +33 2 35 42 78 84 or +33 2 35 42 76 53.

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CANCELLATION CONDITIONS – AIVP DAYS:

Cancellations must be sent to AIVP by email aivp@aivp.org or by post.

Cancellation received before 24th October 2021: refund of the registration fees.

Cancellation received after 24th October 2021, or you are failing to appear on the first day of meeting: no refund shall be granted.

HOTEL CANCELLATION POLICY:

Cancellations must be sent to AIVP by email aivp@aivp.org or by post.

Cancellation before 24th October 2021: 50% of the total invoice for the nights remains due.

Cancellation after 24th October 2021: 100% of the invoice remains due.

Except in cases of force majeure linked to COVID-19, free cancellation up to the event subject to official medical proof.