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Location, time and dates

The NCT APAC & PRO Challenge 2024 event will be held as follows: 

• Conference & Exhibition -  Wednesday, 16th October to Thursday, 17th October, 2024 

• PRO Challenge Trainings - Tuesday, 15th October to Friday, 18th October, 2024.  

The event will take place at the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa, which is located at 1573 Phetkasem Road, Cha-Am, Phetchaburi 76120, Thailand.

 

Exhibitor Schedule: 

  • Setup: 

 Date: 15 October 2024 

Time: 16:00 - 18:00 

  • Dismantling: 

Date: 17 October 2024 

Time: 13:30 - 14:30 

Conference and Exhibition Schedule: 

16 October  

  • Registration: 07:30 – 08:30 

  • Conference Sessions: 08:30 – 16:45 

  • Networking Reception: 16:45 – 18:15 

17 October  

  • Registration: 07:30 – 08:30 

  • Conference Sessions: 08:30 – 15:00 

PRO Challenge Schedule: 

Teams and sponsors participating in the NCT PRO Challenge training will receive a separate schedule from their NCT PRO point of contact.  

Accommodation and stay

You can contact our contracted hotels for the NCT APAC event. We have reserved a number of rooms to secure a great accommodation solution with exclusive discounts for the event.

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa
The dates available for booking are Oct 14 – 18, 2024. The address of the hotel is following: 1573 Phetkasem Road, Cha-Am, Phetchaburi 76120, Thailand.

You can book the hotel rooms by clicking on the following LINK.

Who can attend an NCT event?

Anyone interested in expanding their knowledge and network in the fields of CBRNe, C-IED, and EOD and demining is more than welcome to attend. We usually host many government institutions, civilian and military first responders, industry representatives, NGOs etc.

What is included in my delegate pass?

Your delegate pass includes access to the exhibition, including the live capability demonstration, when applicable, along with the 2 days conference and evening reception. During the event, lunch and two coffee breaks per day will be provided at no additional cost. NCT PRO Trainings are only accessible to training teams and representatives of sponsoring companies.

I cannot join anymore, can one of my colleagues attend on my behalf?

It is possible for you to change the name on the delegate pass. To do so please let us know who will be attending on your behalf by contacting us at eventsteam@nct-events.com

Please check the terms and conditions for the costs of changing the name on a delegate pass.

How can I speak at NCT APAC 2024?

If you are interested in speaking at one of our NCT events, please contact us at  eventsteam@nct-events.com

How can I become a media partner for the event?

If you are interested in becoming a media partner for our event, please contact us at  eventsteam@nct-events.com and put “Media partnership” as subject of your email.

What is the appropriate dress code for an event?

Uniform or business during conference days. Uniforms are accepted and endorsed. Please note that if you participate in trainings, you better wear a tactical uniform rather than a ceremony uniform.

COVID-19 containment measures

COVID-19 poses challenges to everyone, including participants and organizers of the NCT events. As a CBRNe specialized organization, the safety and personal protection of our participants is our highest priority. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 the NCT Team will strictly follow the current CDC guidance and DoD policies.

Additionally, the following measures will be implemented at the event:

  • Free KN95 masks (imported by IB Consultancy on behalf of the Dutch government and tested and approved for medical use) available for each participant;
  • Spacious set up of the event space to allow for social distancing and wherever needed, walking directions;
  • Disinfection stations available throughout the event space;
  • Regular announcements related to social distancing rules and the obligatory use of protective masks.

Can I buy a delegate pass onsite?

You can always buy a delegate pass onsite, but you will only be able to pay using cash. You can also book the event last minute through the website and pay using a credit card.

Exhibitor and Sponsor FAQs

Location, time and dates

The NCT APAC & PRO Challenge 2024 event will be held as follows:

• Conference & Exhibition -  Wednesday, 16th October to Thursday, 17th October, 2024

• PRO Challenge Trainings - Tuesday, 15th October to Friday, 18th October, 2024. 

The event will take place in Hua Hin, Thailand

I need a freight-forwarder to ship equipment

We have a partnership in place with IML – Messe Logistik GmbH. You can contact them at e-mail:  karma.knoll@iml-vienna.at, or  nct@iml-vienna.at, and phone: +43 676 842118203, or +31 610 644289.

I need specific furniture for my booth

Your booth comes fully equipped, and includes a high table, two chairs and electricity.

If you need additional items at your booth (e.g. screen), please contact us at eventsteam@nct-events.com.

What will be the % ratio of government vs industry?

NCT events have the highest percentage of government and end user participants in the industry. In 2018, 68% of the delegates was working in an active role for the government.