29 – 30 September 2010Barcelo Valencia, Spainwww.gocarbonfibre.com

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Strutture sandwich per veicoli aeronautici con anima flessa sotto carico d’impattoAircraft sandwichstructures with folded core under impact load

Quando il “primo della classe” battela soluzione unicanei softwareWhy best in classbeast the single vendor solution

L’infusione della resina e la sua efficaciaeconomicaCost effective resininfusion

Nuova tecnologia per strutture compositeavanzateNew technology for advanced compositestructures

Composites Europe:anticipazioniComposites Europe:preview

Dal Salone Aero 2009segnali positivi per ilsettore dell’aviazioneAero 2009 proves that the aviation industry is flying strong

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Previsioni informatiche sul comportamento dei compositi fibra-rinforzati durantelo stampaggioComputer Prediction of the Behaviour of Fiber-ReinforcedComposites duringMolding

Pannelli di chiusuradi Classe A percarrozzerie, basati sutecnologia “Sprint”Class-A Body ClosurePanels based on “Sprint” Technology

Gommare i compositi: la semplice integrazionedelle nuove versioniavanzate della vetroresinaRubberize yourComposites: New Features in Fiber-Reinforced Plastics (FRP)

Intervista a Klaus Ritter,Responsabile Generaledella divisione Automotivedi Huntsman AdvancedMaterialsGround Breaking New Technology and New Adhesives fromHuntsman AdvancedMaterials

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The newly re-branded GOCarbonFibre conference, organised by IntertechPira, builds on 12 years experience and reputation of the Global Outlook for Carbon Fibre and the world first Carbon Fibre Recycling and Reuse event to bring you Europe’s only 100% carbon fibre forum.

With high-level plenary sessions and two tracks focusing on ‘Virgin Carbon Fibre’ and ‘Recycling and Reuse’, this event is the essential date in the diary for those involved in the carbon fibre supply chain.

Featuring presentations from senior figures such as Zsolt Rumy of Zoltek, Dr Roland Thevenin of Airbus, Bill Carberry of Boeing and Bernard Zeller of Structil as well as a range of technical and analytical papers from carbon fibre industry experts, this unique format event gives you comprehensive coverage of all carbon fibre markets.

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EVERYONE involved in the carbon fibre supply chain needs to be at this event• Virgin carbon fibre suppliers • Resin, additive and coating suppliers • Composites processors • Market analysts and consultants • End users in aerospace, automotive, wind energy, offshore,

marine, military, and sports equipment • Engineers and designers • Equipment manufacturers • Waste management facilitators • Academics and researchers in compositesw

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The most up-to-date agenda, interviews, updates on the social events and much more useful information can be found on the GOCarbonFibre2010’s official website – www.gocarbonfibre.comWant to be the first one to receive conference updates and industry news? Sign up for the GoCarbonFibre2010 e-newsletter and get all the hottest information to your inbox twice a month! Log onto www.gocarbonfibre.com to subscribe.

Topics covered include:• Market analysis• Materials insight • Virgin CFRP production • CFRP recycling • Fabric and lay up innovation• Composite processing• Resource and energy efficiency • Cost reduction

GOCarbonFibre will bring together an anticipated audience of 200 industry professionals to share their experiences and knowledge in an unparalleled networking event. Complete with evening entertainment in the heart of the Parc des Sciences y de l’Artes, sponsored by Zoltek, this event is sure to meet the needs of the technical design fraternity.

Join us on Join your industry peers to discuss the latest issues of carbon fibre industry, receive industry news and network with GOCarbonFibre speakers, delegates, exhibitors and organisers! Click HERE to join.

Networking at GOCarbonFibre2010After the first day of the conference you are invited to a complimentary drinks and canapés reception at La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias. This will be an opportunity to network whilst enjoying amazing surroundings of this unique complex devoted to scientific and cultural dissemination. For further information please visit www.gocarbonfibre.com.

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Plenary 1 08.00 Registration and refreshments

09.00 Opening remarks from the Chair Bernard Zeller, Chairman and CEO, STRUCTIL, France

09.10 OPENING KEYNOTE PRESENTATION Carbon fibre in aerospace: we know about the present... but what about the future? •ReviewofA350compositesstructuresandapplications •Lessonslearnedfromthelast3years •FutureapplicationsforcarbonfibreatAirbus •Dealingwithcarbonfibrewastes-ourapproachto

compositesrecyclingandend-of-lifeaircraft DrRolandThevenin,SeniorCompositeExpert,AIRBUSSAS, France

09.45 The future of carbon fibre in the automotive sector Special Guest Speaker – please see www.gocarbonfibre.com for further details

10.10 Morning refreshments

10.50 An update on work with recycled carbon fibre for aircraft components Bill Carberry, Project Manager: Aircraft Recycling, BOEING COMMERCIAL AIRPLANES, US

11.25 Recycled carbon fibre for motorsport crash impact structures DrJamesMeredith,ProjectManager,International Manufacturing Centre, UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK, UK

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VIRGIN TRACK13.30 Opening remarks from the Chair Bernard Zeller, Chairman and CEO, STRUCTIL, France

13.40 Pultrusion: an innovative process for aerospace applications Sophie Essayan, Product Engineer, STRUCTIL, France

14.15 Review of ORNL’s latest work on low cost carbon fiber manufacturing technologies Prof Felix Paulauskas, Engineering TechnologyDivision,OAKRIDGENATIONAL LABORATORY, US

15.20 Afternoon refreshments

16.00 Novel fibre placement architecture for improved damage tolerance Ir Martin Nagelsmit, Researcher, NATIONAL AEROSPACE LABORATORY, The Netherlands

16.35 Analysis of developments in the Asian marketplace for carbon fibres Speaker TBC

17.10 Closing remarks

RECYCLING TRACK13.30 Opening remarks from the Chair Prof Steve Pickering, Associate Professor, UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM, UK

13.40 Recycled nonwoven materials for the future: from fuel cells to aerospace MarkJames,ResearchScientist,TECHNICAL FIBREPRODUCTS,UK

14.15 Novel technologies for reclamation of carbon fibres from waste CFRP material Olivier Mantaux, Researcher, LGM²B, on behalfofRECCOProject(AIRBUS,EADS ASTRIUM,UNI.BORDEAUX,SNECMAPS), France

15.20 Afternoon refreshments

16.00 End-user case study – applications for recycled carbon fibres Tim Rademacker, Marketing & Sales Manager CFKVALLEYSTADERECYCLING,Germany

16.35 How the microstructure of recycled composites can be tailored during recycling DrSilvestrePinho,Lecturer,Departmentof Aeronautics, IMPERIAL COLLEGE, UK

17.10 Closing remarks

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Plenary 2 13.25 Opening remarks from the Chair Robert Stead, HeadofEvents-Europe, IntertechPira, UK

13.30 Upstream generator and downstream user challenges for carbon fiber recycling TomHunter,President,FIREBIRDADVANCEDMATERIALS, US

14.05 CLOSING KEYNOTE PRESENTATION The future of commercial carbon fibres Zsolt Rumy, CEO, ZOLTEK COMPANIES INC., US

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VIRGIN TRACK08.30 Registration and refreshments

09.00 Opening remarks from the Chair DaveWarren, Transportation Composites, OAKRIDGENATIONAL LABORATORY, US

09.05 Efficient and energy optimised exhaust gas treatment for carbon fibre processes and recycling MarkusDertinger,EnvironmentalandEnergy Systems,DÜRRSYSTEMSGmbH,Germany

09.40 OPEN FORUM The need for a global standards system in production of carbon fibres Chaired by: DaveWarren,TransportationComposites, OAKRIDGENATIONALLABORATORY,US

An open forum discussion will debate the need for standards, what these specifications should be and how to proceed with establishing an international standards system

10.15 Morning refreshments

Speaking slots available We have kept 2 speaking slots open for the latest research and developments in this rapidly changing field. If you are interested in speaking, please forward an abstract to robert.stead@pira-international.com.

Please check http://www.gocarbonfibre.com/agenda.aspx for updates.

12.05 Closing remarks from the Chair

12.10 Lunch

RECYCLING TRACK08.30 Registration and refreshments

09.00 Opening remarks from the Chair Prof Steve Pickering, Associate Professor, UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM, UK

09.05 Alignment of recycled carbon fibre for high fibre volume fraction composites Prof Steve Pickering, Associate Professor, UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM, UK

09.40 Recycling process for carbon fibre composites in condition of the aircraft industry in the Czech Republic Ing. Zdenêk Mašek, AERONAUTICAL RESEARCHANDTESTINSTITUTE,Czech Republic

10.15 Morning refreshments

10.55 A comparison of chemical, morphological, and mechanical properties of carbon fibers recovered from commercial recycling facilities JosephHeil,ResearchAssistant,Institutefor Maintenance Science & Technology, NC STATE UNIVERSITY, US

11.30 Mechanical performance of a recycled composite has been measured to be similar to that of an aerospace-grade woven composite Soraia Pimenta, IMPERIAL COLLEGE, UK

12.05 Closing remarks from the Chair

12.10 Lunch

With an anticipated audience of over 200 of your industry peers, Global Outlook for Carbon Fibre 2010 is the perfect opportunity to gain exposure for your business. IntertechPira offers a range of bespoke Sponsorship and Exhibition packages, tailor made to suit your needs.

By sponsoring this prestigious event you are not only increasing the profile of your business in your target market, you are also publicly declaring your business’s position as a key contributor in steering the future direction of the carbon fibre industry.

GOCarbonFibre2010 Sponsorship &

Exhibition PackagesDidn’t find the sponsorship package you were looking for? We can customize the options to suit your objectives and budget. Contact Brian Santos at +1 207 781 9618 or brian.santos@pira-international.com for more information.

GOCarbonFibre2010 Sponsorship &

Exhibition Packages

All packages include:» Exhibit table in the exhibition area» Your logo and profile on the GOCarbonFibre2010 event website » Exclusive marketing exposure through website, e-newsletter, PR campaign and

marketing brochures» Mention of sponsorship from the podium at the event» Complete attendee list given before and after the conference

» 50% discount on additional tickets

PACKAGES• Introductory Exhibition £1,900 - comes with skirted tabletop

exhibit and 1 registration to technical conference• Premium Tradeshow £3,500 - comes with skirted tabletop exhibit

and 2 registrations to technical conference• Luncheon Sponsor £4,500 - sole sponsorship of Luncheon

w/signage and comes with skirted tabletop exhibit and 2 registrations to technical conference

• Drinks Reception Sponsor £5,500 SOLD TO ZOLTEK• Main Event Sponsor £7,500 - please call Brian Santos at

+1 207-781-9618 for more details

Upgrade any of the packages detailed above by mixing and matching from a selection of add-ons. Prices on application.

• Banner advert on dedicated event website • Sponsorship of onsite merchandise (badges/pens/bags etc.)• Sponsorship of pre-event marketing e-shots

Carbon Fibre 2009 Delegate Analysis - Company Types

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Suppliers of CF-related process technology and components

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Academic staff , consultancies, research centres

CF converters and fabricators

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CFRR 2009 Delegate Analysis: Company Types

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CF recycling plants

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End users (incl. planes, army products, space transportation, satellites,computers manufacturers)R&D centres, laboratories, industry associations

Equipment suppliers

Media

Universities

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Venue The Barceló Valencia**** is a brand new hotel located in Valencia next to the Arts and Science Complex. The hotel features state of the art meeting rooms and ‘Cyber Corner’ making it an ideal place for our conference. Its Spa & Wellness facilities will help you to relax after busy days you will experience at GOCarbonFibre2010.

How to book your accommodationDelegates are responsible for organising their own travel and accommodation. A limited number of rooms have been reserved for conference delegates wishing to stay at the Barcelo Valencia Hotel at a special rate of €153 for a single room including breakfast. To take advantage of this special rate, delegates must reserve their room no later than 16 August 2010. Wherever possible, accommodation should be reserved early as rooms cannot be guaranteed and rates are subject to change after this date.

To book your accommodation, please contact our agent Origin Events on: Tel: +44 (0)845 301 9002 Intl tel: +44 (0) 131 445 2933 E-mail: info@originevents.co.uk Please quote ‘IntertechPira GOCarbonFibre2010 conference’ when booking

Hotel contact detailsAv. de Francia, 11 (esq. Padre Tomás Montañana)46023, Valencia, Spain Phone no.: 34 963 306 344Fax: 34 963 306 831E-mail: valencia@barcelo.comwww.barcelovalencia.com

ValenciaValencia is known around the world for its “Fallas”, “La Tomatina” festival, its Cathedral, the kindly nature of their people, its famous gastronomy, which best representant is the “Paella Valenciana”, its night life, its great weather and of course its agriculture, specially by their oranges which are widely exported.

Click HERE to find out more about what this amazing city has to offer!

Contact usDelegate booking enquiriesPaul Squirespaul.squires@pira-international.com+44 (0)1372 80 2051

Sponsorship and exhibition sales enquiriesBrian Santosbrian.santos@pira-international.com+1 207 781 9618

Programme enquiries Robert Steadrobert.stead@pira-international.com +44 (0) 1372 80 2087

your event organiserIntertechPira provides events, market research, publications, strategic and technical consulting to niche, emerging and high growth industries.

Market coverage includes lighting and displays, clean energy, home and personal care, industrial biotechnology, performance materials and chemicals. IntertechPira is a division of Pira International. Find out more on www.intertechpira.com

Media & press enquiriesVeronika Fricovaveronika.fricova@pira-international.com+44 (0) 1372 80 2017

Logistics enquiriesJo Stonejo.stone@pira-international.com +44 (0) 1372 80 2044

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PricingStandard conference fee £999 Academic fee £249

Note:

Late booking of £100 will apply to all bookings made after 13 September.

Group bookings are available. Contact Paul Squires at paul.squires@pira-international.com or on

+44 (0)1372 80 2051 to find out more.

Conference Fees The conference fee includes entry to the conference sessions, full documentation, lunch and refreshments.

However, fees do not include delegate travel and accommodation.

PLEASE NOTE Credit card payments (in £STG) will be necessary if your booking is made less than 10

business days prior to the start of the event. Where fund have not been received in advance, delegates will

be required to supply credit card details at registration in order to gain entry to the conference. This credit

card will be charged on-site and in £STG only. Current exchange rates and bank charges will apply.

Cancellations Cancelling 10 working days or more prior to the event

A cancellation request must be made in writing to the Operations Manager Jo Stone at

jo.stone@pira-international.com. A 20% handling fee applies to all cancellations.

Cancelling less than 10 working days prior to the event

No refunds can be made for any delegate cancelling for any reason during this time. Please note this still

applies if funds have not yet been received.

Substitutions

Delegates can provide a substitute at any time online or by contacting the Sales Manager. No cancellation

fees apply if a delegate place is substituted

Note IntertechPira does not accept liability for any loss of or damage to the personal effects of delegates

attending the conference. IntertechPira reserves the right to cancel, defer or otherwise modify the

proceedings without prior notice.

Visas Delegates requiring visas should request a visa invitation letter from IntertechPira at the time of booking;

ensuring that sufficient time is left for applications to be completed. Delegates are then responsible for

contacting the relevant/appropriate embassy themselves. IntertechPira can do nothing further to assist in

this process.