20th - 24th March 2017
WORKSHOP ON SUSTAINABLE LIGHT AND POWER FOR THE
NEXT GENERATION (IALABATT / IALALITE)
Koblenz Kongress, Koblenz, Germany
Koblenz-Kongress, Julius-Wegeler-Str. 4, 56068 Koblenz, Germany
The International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) in association with the German Federal
Waterways & Shipping Administration is hosting a workshop on Sustainable Light and Power for the Next Generation (IALABATT / IALALITE)
in Koblenz, Germany, from 20 to 24 March, 2017.
BACKGROUND
Over the past several years, AtoN technology has progressed
significantly. The workshop will provide opportunities to review the
innovative work that has been undertaken by IALA members within PROCESS
areas such as light source technology and applications, sustainable
AtoN provision, energy generation and storage technology and The Workshop will include presentations on various aspects
management, as well as the design and management of AtoN relevant to fixed and floating AtoN. The programme includes
Systems. discussion periods, a technical study tour and work on draft IALA
documentation. The intent is that the Workshop report will contain
TOPICS recommendations for areas of further work. The working language
for the workshop will be English.
The workshop will cover subjects related to sustainable AtoN
design, provision and management such as LED light sources and VENUE
applications, wind, solar and wave energy, battery technology,
charging and management, fuel cells, system management. The The venue will be in the Koblenz-Kongress, Julius-Wegeler-Str. 4,
programme will include a technical visit to the WSV light laboratory 56068 Koblenz, Germany.
with a number of practical demonstrations.
ATTENDEES
OBJECTIVE
The workshop is directed towards those responsible for the
The workshop aims to provide attendees with an opportunity to management, supply, design, maintenance, procurement and
exchange expert knowledge, information and ideas on the latest operation of fixed and floating aids to navigation.
developments in fixed and floating aids to navigation technology;
to understand present and emerging technologies in energy supply REGISTRATION FEE
and storage in AtoN provision; to understand present and emerging
technologies on light sources and their application in AtoN; to The registration fee for the Workshop is EUR 650. It includes
promote the use of renewable energy in AtoN provision; to develop workshop material, lunches, coffee breaks and social events.
IALA documentation on AtoN lights and energy systems; to provide
an opportunity to increase technical awareness among members;
and to share operational experiences..
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VENUE AND HOTEL
The meeting will take place in the city of Koblenz, Germany at the Koblenz Kongress Centre, Julius-Wegeler-Str. 4, 56068 Koblenz. The 2000-
year-old town of Koblenz is situated in the picturesque landscape of the Rhine and Moselle. The international airports in Frankfurt and
Cologne have train connections to Koblenz (appr. 90 min). Train stations are right beside the terminals. Ryanair, Wizz Air and SunExpress
arrive at Hahn-airport. A block booking was made with the hotels listed below. Quote “IALA” to get the special rate. Further hotels are
available e.g. at hrs.de.
Classification Distance Distance
Hotel Price (incl. breakfast)
(stars) venue station
Hotel ibis
Rizzastrasse 42 ** 75€ 650 m 500 m
56068 - KOBLENZ
Hotel Mercure
Single occupancy:105€ plus 19€ breakfast
Julius-Wegeler-Str. 6 **** indoor walk 1100 m
Double occupancy: 122€ plus 19€ breakfast
56068 KOBLENZ
Accommodation should be booked directly with the hotels. Visa applications, if necessary, should be lodged with the local representative of
Germany.
PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME
Day 1, Monday
1300 - 1400 Registration
Session 1 Opening of the Workshop, and work definition
Session 2 Emerging light sources technology and applications
Session 3 Emerging energy technology and management
Evening Welcome reception
Day 2, Tuesday
Session 4 Sustainable energy generation
Session 5 Sustainable AtoN management and environmental compliance
Session 6 Application of technology in lights and power systems
Session 7 Discussion and establishment of Working Groups
Evening Social event – Champagne caves visit
Day 3, Wednesday
Session 8 Technical study tour to the Federal Waterways & Shipping Administration light range in Koblenz with practical
demonstrations of light and colour measurement.
Sessions 9/10 Working Groups
Day 4, Thursday
Sessions 11/12/13/14 Working Groups
Day 5, Friday
Session 16 Reports from Working Groups on their work on draft IALA documentation and Panel discussion
Session 17 Workshop Conclusions and closing
12:00 Departure
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REGISTRATION FORM IALA Workshop on Sustainable Light & Power for the Next Generation (IALABATT/IALALITE)
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CANCELLATION POLICY
All cancellations must be sent by e-mail to
[email protected]
A refund in full of the registration fee will only be provided if
notification is given at least one week prior to the event. Otherwise, a
cancellation charge of 50% will be applied.
Name changes will be accepted.
In case of a no-show, 100% of the registration fee will be charged.
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Dear IALA Member
The International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) in
association with the German Federal Waterways & Shipping Administration is hosting a workshop on
Sustainable Light and Power for the Next Generation (IALABATT / IALALITE ) , from March 20 to 24, 2017
in Koblenz, Germany.
The venue will be at the at Koblenz Kongress, Julius-Wegeler-Str. 4, 56068, Koblenz, Germany.
The aim of the workshop is to provide attendees with an opportunity to exchange expert knowledge,
information and ideas on the latest developments in fixed and floating aids to navigation technology; to
understand present and emerging technologies in energy supply and storage in AtoN provision; to
understand present and emerging technologies on light sources and their application in AtoN; to
promote the use of renewable energy in AtoN provision; develop IALA documentation on AtoN lights and
energy systems; to provide an opportunity to increase technical awareness among members; and to
share operational experiences.
Online Registration is now open and online payment are now available on the IALA Website:
http://www.iala-aism.org/product/workshop-sustainable-light-power-next-generation/
More information is provided on the attached Flyer.
We hope to see you in Koblenz.
For the IALA Secretariat
Best regards,
Audrey GUINAULT
Administrative Assistant / Assistante Administrative
Tel +33 (0)1 34 51 70 01 – Fax +33 (0)1 34 51 82 05 – E-mail :
[email protected]