GeoAfrica 2009 is the first African regional conference on geosynthetics. The event, to be held under the auspices of the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) and hosted by the Geosynthetics Interest Group of South Africa (GIGSA), will take place 2 – 5 September 2009 in Cape Town.
Organizers have just announced an extension of the early-bird registration rate to 30 June 2009. Fees increase ZAR 600 thereafter (USD $60).
The conference is shaping up to be a grand one, with more than 100 papers over three days, a sold-out exhibit hall and plenty of networking opportunities.
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For those planning to attend GeoAfrica in September, please know that two blank pages may be needed in your passport for you to gain entry. This has been reported to us by an engineer who traveled to South Africa in recently. Please keep this in mind as you plan your trip.
The conference website:
https://www.geosyntheticssociety.org/geoafrica_2009/index.asp
Chris Kelsey is editorial director for geosynthetica.net. He can be reached at chris@geosynthetica.net.
