International Electronics Forum - IEF2008

 Future Horizons Announces The 17th Annual International Electronics Forum

May 7-9, 2008

Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE


"Where The International Electronics Community Meet®"

Under The Patronage Of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum

& The Auspices Of The Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority

 

Register Your Place Online

Forum Brochure

UAE Visa Policy & Application Form - Deadline Of 20th April Deadline For Visa Submissions

Forum Programme

Forum Sponsorship Opportunities

Buy IEF2007 Proceedings

 

Madinat Jumeirah Hotel Information

Dubai...The Next Silicon Frontier

The Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority

Forum Supporters

IEF2007 - Post-Forum Summary

IEF2007 - Photo Gallery

The 17th Annual International Electronics Forum will take place from Wednesday 7th through to Friday 9th May 2008 at the Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE.

A proven business catalyst, this Forum is the world's premier networking and visionary event for defined future global electronics industry directions. "This Forum is a 'must do' for every industry executive's calendar ... I can do serious business here"

Why Attend?

The Forum, now in its seventeenth year, is a unique gathering of the industry's key decision makers, keen to:

By gathering top industry executives in one place at one time, this Forum maximises productivity and delegate ROI. It is specifically designed to foster networking opportunities across a broad pool of disciplines in a condensed, value-added period. Such is the established reputation of the Forum, with rare exception, speakers and delegates stay for the full duration of the meeting.

"This Forum truly has its finger on the industry pulse"

Who Should Attend?

This decision maker's Forum is invaluable to executives from all sectors of the electronics industry. Whether a seasoned industry veteran or early stage start up, this Forum is for you.

Key Benefits
Forum Speakers

Formal presentations by senior executives from the world's leading electronics firms will be interspersed with informal mixer/networking sessions to maximise interaction and debate.  In addition, Future Horizons will present its latest market forecasts and industry analyses.

Welcome Address

Confirmed speakers include:

Closing Address

Forum Agenda
Wed May 7 16:30 - 19:30 Forum Registration - Al Qsar Koubba
18:30 - 19:30 Welcome Cocktail Reception - Al Qsar Koubba & Terrace
19:30 - 22:00 Welcome Reception Dinner - Al Qsar Khaymay al Bahar
Thu May 8 From 07:00 Breakfast - Al Muna (Mina A' Salam Guests) or Arboretum (Al Qsar Guests)
From 07:30 Forum Registration (Cont) - Joharah Ballroom Pre-Function Area A
08:30 Opening Remarks
08:45 Welcome Address
09:00 Invited Industry Keynote Presentations
10:30 Coffee/Informal Network Discussions - Joharah Ballroom Pre-Function Area A
11:15 Invited Industry Keynote Presentations
12:45 Lunch - Joharah Water Terrace
14:00 Invited Industry Keynote Presentations
15:00 Coffee/Informal Network Discussions  - Joharah Ballroom Pre-Function Area A
15:45 Future Horizons Market Analyses & Forecasts 
17:00 Forum Adjourns (Press Conference - By Invitation Only)
18:00-18:15 Coach Departure - Mina A' Salam Front Entrance
19:15 Forum Fiesta Reception - Al Hadheerah Village
Fri May 9 From 07:00 Breakfast - Al Muna (Mina A' Salam Guests) or Arboretum (Al Qsar Guests)
08:40 Opening Remarks
08:45 Invited Industry Keynote Presentations
10:45 Coffee/Informal Network Discussions  - Joharah Ballroom Pre-Function Area A
11:30 Grande Finale Executive Panel
12:45 Closing Remarks
13:00 Grande Finale Lunch - Mina A' Salam Wharf Restaurant
14:30 Coach Departure Mina A' Salam Front Entrance For Dubai Silicon Oasis
15:30 Dubai Silicon Oasis Briefing
17:00 Coach Departure DSO For Mina A' Salam
18:30 DSO Hosted Dinner - Mina A' Salam Majlis Al Mina

Forum Programme

Click Here to download the Forum Programme

Spouse & Extended Stay Option

Spouses are especially welcome to accompany Forum delegates, and are cordially invited to attend all of the Forum social functions.  In addition, a special Spouse Programme has been arranged for Thursday, with the emphasis on relaxation, enjoyment and conviviality.  The programme combines selected sightseeing opportunities with shopping and other items of interest, with the special spouse lunch traditionally the high spot of the day. The Friday finish offers delegates the opportunity to take advantage of the reduced Forum hotel rate to spend the weekend in Dubai after the Forum finishes.

Dubai Silicon Oasis

Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), a 100% owned entity by the Government of Dubai is a free zone, strategically placed on the Emirates road. DSO's urban master-planned community spans 7.2 square kilometers of state of the art office towers, R&D and industrial zones, educational institutions, luxury apartments, villas, hotels, healthcare and a full range of lifestyle facilities, which translate into a dynamic commercial and social environment. Businesses can flourish under the unrivalled package of incentives, including 100% ownership and high end IT infrastructure that allows companies to begin operating immediately.