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June 12-15 2008
İSTANBUL ATATÜRK AIRPORT



Exhibitor - Terms & Conditions
1. TITLE, VENUE, DATES AND THE ORGANIZER
AIREX 2008
7th International Civil Aviation and Airports Exhibition
Istanbul Atatürk Airport, Istanbul, Turkey
June 12 - 15, 2008
 
Mint Exhibition Organizers
Ugur Mumcu Cad.65/9 Gaziosmanpasa, 06700, Ankara, Turkey
Tel:         +90 312 446 12 94
Fax:        +90 312 446 10 19
e-mail:   info@airex.aero.com
www.airex.aero
2. APPLICATION
Application for space will be made in duplicate and using only the enclosed Document -A- Application Form.
Acknowledging the terms and conditions, the Application Form will be completed, officially signed and stamped and the Organizer's copy be mailed to the following address in due course:
Mint Exhibition Organizers
Ugur Mumcu Cad.65/9, Gaziosmanpasa
06700 Ankara / Turkey
Applications subject to conditions or reservations will not be entertained. Every effort will be made to meet requests for specific sites, yet such requests will not be recognized as a condition for participation.
No undertaking can be given with respect to exclusion of competitors.
The application is binding on the applicant, irrespective of whether it is accepted by the Organizer or not.
The application will only be considered made when received by the Organizer, and it is binding until its acceptance or final rejection. The deadline for application is April 18, 2008.
3. ADMISSION
Only those manufactures, importers, and trade representatives whose program corresponds to the major exhibit groups are permitted to participate in AIREX 2008.
The decision as to whether an entity will be permitted to participate or products to be displayed remains with the Organizer.
The Submission of the application form does not entitle the recipient to assert any future claims regarding acceptance that may be denied without stating grounds for this refusal. In such cases, no claims for compensation will be entertained. Written confirmation will be given to the space reservation and will apply only to the firm shown in the application form. The contract between the Organizer and the Exhibitor becomes effective with the acceptance of the application.
The allocation of space and stand dimensions will be determined both by the theme of the Exhibition and space availability.
The Organizer reserves the right to cancel an approved space reservation on the basis or misleading or false information or if the participation requirements are no longer met.
4. ALLOCATION OF SPACE AND ALTERATIONS
In case the requested space is not available, the Organizer may allocate space in different position, slightly reduce or increase the stand size.
The Organizer reserves the right to alter entrances and exists to and from the fairground, halls and passages. No claims may be brought by the Exhibitor for the refund of the agreed total.
5. EXHIBIT GROUPS
100 Medium and Long Range Commercial Aircraft
105 Regional Aircraft
110 Business Aircraft
115 Cargo Aircraft
120 Agricultural Aircraft
125 Fire Fighting Aircraft
130 Air Ambulances
135 Helicopters
140 Sporting Aviation
145 Aircraft Engines
150 Aircraft Interior Design, Materials and Systems
155 Avionics, Flight Control and Navigation Systems
160 Flight Simulators and Training
165 Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and Services
170 Aircraft Handling and Servicing Systems and Equipment
175 Cargo Handling Systems and Equipment
180 Passenger Handling Systems and Equipment
185 Baggage Handling Systems and Equipment
190 Airfield Materials, Equipment and Services
195 Terminal and Hangar Materials, Equipment and Services
200 Air Traffic Control Systems and Equipment
205 Airport Security and Emergency Systems
210 Airport Information, Communication and Integration Systems
215 Airlines
220 Air Charter and Taxi Operators
225 Air Cargo Companies
230 Fractional Ownership Companies
235 Air Services
240 Aerial Photography and Satellite Imagery Companies
245 Airport and Terminal Engineering and Construction Companies
250 Airport and Terminal Operators
255 Ground Handling Companies
260 Airport Security Services
265 Aviation Clubs
270 Aircraft Leasing Companies and Financial Institutions
275 Flying Schools and Educational Services
280 Consultancy Services
285 Related Associations, Trade Magazines and Press
6. PARTICIPATION FEES
6.1. Stands and Chalets
For all non aircraft exhibits, both Outdoor and Indoor stand spaces will be provided in units of square meter. Part of a square meter will be charged as a full unit. In computing the fee for space that is not rectangular, that area making it up a rectangular will be included. Both indoor and outdoor areas are to be understood as raw space only.
Whatever the purpose may be, any outdoor area temporarily covered or used for building by the Exhibitor, is to be considered as indoor area and charged accordingly.
12, 50 and 300 square meter minimum stand space is required for indoor, outdoor and aircraft display areas, respectively.
Participating fees are to be understood net. Current VAT which is to be added to the below given prices is 18%. Exhibitors will be notified of any changes in the VAT rate.
·          Indoor stand area:  USD 250,-/sqm (min. 12sqm)
·          Outdoor stand area:  USD 75,-/sqm (min. 50sqm)
·          Temporarily covered outdoor stands:  USD 250,-/sqm
·          Chalets are available in the following sizes and with corresponding prices;
o   Type A 6x6m with 2 x 6m balcony       USD 30,000.-
o   Type B 6x12m with 2x12m balcony    USD 40,000.-
o   Type C 6x18m with 2x18m balcony   USD 50,000.-
Prices are to be understood net and as unfurnished. All chalets are subject to availability. Carpeting, electrical installation, lighting and air conditioning are standard in all types.
Custom made chalets are also available upon request. A quotation will be made by the Organizer upon the request of the Exhibitor. Deadline for ordering custom made chalets is January 31, 2008.  
6.2. Aircraft Participation Fees
Aircraft participation fees are calculated according to the empty weight per aircraft and not to the area covered, provided that;
a) The exhibit is strictly understood as static display and hence, the aircraft remains in its position throughout the exhibition period.
b) The positioning of the aircraft is determined by the Organizer.
Should these conditions are complied with, the below given tonnage/price scale is to be used in calculating the aircraft fees. Otherwise, aircraft are to be charged according to the area covered and the aircraft display area fee is to be charged.
Participating fees are to be understood net. Current VAT which is to be added to the below given prices is 18%. Exhibitors will be notified of any changes in the VAT rate.
·          Aircraft Display area: USD 50,-/sqm (min. 300 sqm)
·          Aircraft Exhibits:
o         Less than 1 ton                  USD 1,000.-/aircraft
o         1 to 3 tons                          USD 1,500.-/aircraft
o         3 to 10 tons                         USD 2,500.-/aircraft
o         10 to 25 tons                       USD 4,000,-/aircraft
o         25 to 40 tons                       USD 6,000,-/aircraft
o         40 to 60 tons                       USD 8,500,-/aircraft
o         More than 60 tons               USD 12,500,-/aircraft
A fee of USD 500,-will be charged for each co-exhibitor or company represented, occupying the same stand space as the applicant entity.
7. TERMS OF PAYMENT
50 % of the total participation fees including VAT, will be paid by cheque or bank transfer at the time of application. The remaining balance is payable by December 30, 2007.
For applications received later than December 30, 2007, immediate payment in full is required.
The wire transfer details should be enclosed together with the Application Form, Document A.
The cost of services ordered directly to or through the Organizer must be paid one month prior to the opening of the Exhibition, otherwise, the Organizer will be bare no responsibility for the provision of these services.
All complaints must be submitted in writing within 7 business days immediately after receipt of the confirmation of application. Objections raised at a later stage will be disregarded.
8. CANCELLATION AND NON-PARTICIPATION
Applications can be withdrawn up until admission. In such cases, USD 2,500,- plus 18% VAT must be paid as a withdrawal fee. Once the space reservation has been confirmed, the Exhibitor will not be entitled to rescind the contract nor to reduce the stand area. The participation charges will be payable in full together with the costs actually entitled. Should the Organizer makes alternative use of unoccupied areas to improve the general appearance of the Exhibition, the parties that reserved such areas will not be released from their financial obligations.
9. EXHIBITS
Under all circumstances, exhibits are not permitted for removal from the stand during the Exhibition. Only the forwarding agents appointed by the Organizer will be permitted to handle consignments within the fairground. In that, all offloading and loading, delivery to and pick up from stands will be handled by the Organizer's agent.
10. SECURITY
The Organizer is responsible for the general security arrangements for the halls and the outdoor section. Patrolling will start the first day of construction period and terminate last day of dismantling period. The Organizer is empowered to take any security measures necessary. Special security posts may only be employed from the Organizer's accredited agent. Despite the measures taken, the Organizer does decline liability for damages to property and personal injury.
11. INSURANCE COVERAGE
The Organizer provides insurance for covering risks that may occur to the Exhibition area. This does not include the exhibits or the belongings of the Exhibitors. Thus, Exhibitors are expected to insure their own goods and personnel against all risks, against damages caused by their own personnel or contractors, as well as the third parties.
The Organizer will bare no responsibility for any damage or loss of goods or harm done to any person by virtue of being or exhibiting at the Exhibition. Organizer undertakes no responsibility for loss, theft or pilferage of exhibits during the Exhibition. Valuables and precious exhibits can be deposited for safe-keeping under sealed packaging with the Organizer.
The Organizer will not be held responsible for the safety of any exhibits or property of any Exhibitor, their staff, contractors or agents or any other person, for loss of or damage to or destruction of the same caused by theft, burglary, fire, storm, tempest, lightning, national emergency, war, civil commotion, labor strikes, lock-outs or by reason of all and accident, force majeur not within the control of the Organizer whether ejusdem generis or not or by occasion of such and similar happenings the holding of the Exhibition is impossible or inadvisable or is postponed or closed prematurely. As the Organizer cannot and will not accept any responsibility for any or all loss suffered by any Exhibitors are advised to cover themselves by their own insurance prices.
12. PRINTED MATERIALS
The Organizer will publish an . The entrance to the catalogue is free of charge to all Exhibitors and detailed information will be provided in due course.
No claims can be entertained with respect to errors or omissions in the catalogue. The Exhibitor is responsible for the content of the entries and for any damage incurred through the publication thereof.
13. TECHNICAL AND CLEANING SERVICES
All water and electrical installations to individual stands are charged separately to Exhibitors as well as consumption costs. The Organizer may request advance payment for these special services.
All installations to the stands will be undertaken by the Organizer. Only in-stand works may be carried out by outside contractors, provided that their names are submitted to the Organizer. The Organizer however, will not be obliged to inspect the installation works and is not liable for any damages caused thereof.
The Organizer may not be held responsible for losses and damages caused by the failure of power supplies.
The Organizer will arrange for the cleaning of outdoor and indoor areas. The Exhibitor is responsible for the daily cleaning of the stand before the opening time.
Should the Exhibitor does not wish the cleaning to be undertaken by its staff, outside contractors can be employed provided that they will be appointed by the Organizer.
14. DOMESTIC AUTHORITY
Safety and Security Regulations of the Istanbul Atatürk Airport Authorities and other authorities involved and their demands thereof, are essential and fully binding for all parties involved in the Exhibition.
Other than that, the Organizer has the full authority within the entire Exhibition ground for the duration of the event starting from the beginning of construction period until the end of dismantling period.
Animals are not allowed in the fair ground. The Organizer has the right to issue additional instructions and regulations.
15. RESERVES
If necessary, for reasons beyond her control, the Organizer may postpone, curtail, extend or cancel the event or change the . In justifiable and exceptional circumstances - as in all cases of force majeur and undertakings of the Turkish Government and The State Airport and Air Traffic Control Authority and other parties involved - Exhibitors are not entitled to rescind their contracts or to claim damages, nor reduction of participation charges. If the event can not take place for the indicated reasons, Exhibitors can be charged up to 35% of the participation fee to cover incidental expenses. More can be requested from those Exhibitors that have given instructions for additional work to be done at their own cost.
No participation charges will be payable if the Organizer is not responsible for the cancellation of the event.
The Organizer entertains no claims for damages.
16. OTHER LEGAL MATTERS
All agreements, approvals and arrangements, irrespective of their nature must be made in writing. Exhibitors acknowledge that they participate in the Exhibition with their own free will and decision. This contract does not entail any oral or written promise or guarantee on the Organizer's side, as to the amount or level of business, and to the success of the organization.
All claims by Exhibitors on the Organizer will be entertained only if made in writing before 17:00 hours of the last day of the Exhibition. Claims to be made afterwards will not be valid.
The place of jurisdiction for all mutual obligations is Ankara, Turkey or upon request of the Organizer, Exhibitor's place of business.
Laws of the Republic of Turkey are binding.

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