Social Programme

The ITS Conventions always strive to achieve the perfect balance between business and pleasure, and ITS Vancouver is no exception, with a glittering array of social events built into the programme. On the Monday evening there is the Damen-sponsored Welcome Cocktail Party which will take place at the Westin Bayshore, while on the Tuesday there will be a ‘Happy Hour’ in the exhibition, sponsored by Foss. There will be a number of private Receptions on the Wednesday evening and on Thursday the Gala Dinner and Cabaret, sponsored by The Council of Marine Carriers, will take place at the brand new Vancouver Convention Centre. On the Friday, delegates can go on a harbour tour sponsored by The Shipowners’ Protection, and on that evening Smit International will be hosting the farewell party.

A special selection of tours is being organised by Venue West for the 18th, 19th and 20th May. Spouses or partners can Click Here to download the Tour Brochure or click on the following link to be directed to Venue West's dedicated ITS 2010 Companion Tours site, where all the tours can be booked. Click Here to be directed to the dedicated site.

Spouses are invited to the Welcome Cocktail Party sponsored by Damen on Monday 17th May; the Harbour Tour sponsored by The Shipowners’ Protection Ltd and the Smit sponsored Farewell Party on 21st May. Spouses wanting to attend the spectacular Gala Dinner and Cabaret, sponsored by CThe COuncil of Marine Carriers on Thursday 20th May must purchase a ticket. These are priced at US $200 and include a drinks reception, four-course dinner with wines and cabaret. Please indicate your requirements on the delegate registration form.