THE EVENT IS STILL ON. WE’LL HELP YOU GET THERE.
Important information regarding the strike on 11 November
In light of the general strike called for 11 November, we would like to send you a clear message: EMPACK MADRID is going ahead as planned and will take place on the scheduled dates.
We are working alongside IFEMA and other partners to make it easier for exhibitors and visitors to attend, should there be any travel disruptions.
More than 450 companies are ready to welcome you, having put in months of hard work, with new products to discover and a great desire to share this latest edition of this unmissable event.
On 11 and 12 November, we can look forward to two days packed with meetings, innovation and opportunities.
Everything is ready. All that’s missing is you.
We are extending our opening hours to make it easier for everyone to take part
Greater flexibility in opening hours
We want to offer exhibitors and visitors greater flexibility so that they can organise their visit and make the most of the event.
We have therefore made the following changes:
11 November: we are extending opening hours by 30 minutes.
12 November: we are extending both opening and closing times by 30 minutes.
Updated opening hours:
If you are a visitor:
Wednesday 11 November: 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Thursday 12 November: 9.00 am – 6.30 pm
If you are an exhibitor:
Wednesday 11 November: 8.00 am – 6.00 pm
Thursday 12 November: 8.30 am – 6.30 pm
We recommend that you check the opening hours before you come and plan your journey well in advance.
We want to make things easy for you. We’re here to help you with whatever you need
New contact channel
We have set up a dedicated channel to deal with enquiries and issues relating to the strike and travel.
If you have any problems that might affect your attendance, please write to us and our team will try to help you find the best possible alternative.
We are working to make it easier for you to get to IFEMA
Transport options and travel support
We are preparing a range of measures to facilitate access to the venue on 11 November and minimise any potential transport difficulties.
The planned options include ride-hailing services and car-sharing options.
We are also working on a discount scheme for journeys with Uber.
We will soon be sharing information on how this will work, the eligibility criteria and any applicable limits.
*More information to follow
Car-share. Connect before you arrive.
Your best connection can start before you even arrive at IFEMA
Carpooling could be a good option to make travelling easier on 11 November.
We encourage you to get in touch with colleagues, business partners and other professionals travelling from the same area as you to discuss car-sharing options.
You can also make use of the networking tools on our app to get in touch with other professionals in the community in advance, organise your schedule and explore possible shared journeys.
Before you come, we recommend that you bear the following in mind:
- Plan your journey: Check the available transport options and allow extra time for your arrival.
- Use the app: Activate the matchmaking and car-sharing features to find other members of the community with whom you can share a journey or interests.
- Save our support email address: If any unforeseen issues arise regarding your attendance, we’ll be on hand to help.
- Check this page before you set off: We’ll update the information as and when we have any relevant news.
YOUR ARRIVAL TIME MAY CHANGE, BUT NOT YOUR CHANCES OF MAKING CONNECTIONS
The fair kicks off on our app! Download it and start connecting.
We want you to enjoy a comprehensive experience and make the most of your participation in the event. Now is the time to download our official app!
A tool designed to support you before, during and after the trade fair, wherever you are, and to help you make the most of every opportunity. Through our networking platform, you’ll be able to:
Discover exhibitors and companies that interest you, by exploring their profiles, products and solutions.
- Connect with industry professionals and expand your network.
- Contact exhibitors to request information about their products and services.
- Request and manage business meetings to follow up on your business opportunities.
- Stay in touch after the event and continue to develop professional relationships.
Frequently Asked Questions
The dates remain the same: 11 and 12 November at IFEMA Madrid.
We are working to ensure that any disruption caused by the strike has as little impact as possible on your experience.
Check the latest updates before you come and make use of all the resources we have prepared to make your visit as smooth as possible.
Yes. As things stand, the event is still on track, both in terms of dates and its usual programme.
We are working with IFEMA, suppliers and all other stakeholders to assess any potential disruption and minimise its impact.
Yes. To make it easier for visitors to attend:
11 November: the entry time will be extended by 30 minutes.
12 November: both the entry and exit times will be extended by 30 minutes.
The specific times will be available on this page and via the event’s official channels.
We have set up a dedicated email address for enquiries and are organising alternative transport options to help you get to the event.
Yes. We’ll keep the information available on essential services and any potential disruption to transport up to date to help you plan your visit.
Yes. As part of the special travel arrangements, we will contribute towards the cost of an Uber, subject to the terms and conditions of the scheme.
[TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON]
Yes. The event’s official app will soon include car-sharing options to make it easier for attendees to get in touch with one another and organise their journeys.
Yes. The app allows you to use the matchmaking feature before, during and after the event, so you can start connecting with other attendees and exhibitors before you arrive and maintain those connections afterwards.
Last updates
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