IPMA WORLD CONGRESS Astana, Kazakhstan 5-7 September 2017 - 30th IPMA World Congress

IPMA
WORLD
CONGRESS

Astana, Kazakhstan
5-7 September 2017

IPMA WORLD CONGRESS

Dates of the congress: 5-7 of September 2017

Place: Astana, Kazakhstan

The Venue of the 30th The IPMA World Congress is the Nazarbayev University
campus, located just 3 km south of the Central Business District of Astana and 6
km northwest of International Airport Astana, just the opposite of the EXPO-city,
which will have hotels, shopping malls, cafes and restaurants inside the new
EXPO-city.

CSP AND COD
MEETINGS

Date of the Certification system panel: 8 of September 2017

Dates of the Council of Delegates meeting: 9-10 of September 2017

Place: Borovoe (250 km from Astana). Transport will be arranged at organisers cost

Venue: Rixos Borovoe

The CSP and COD will be held in one of the most beautiful places of Kazakhstan –
Borovoe National Park. During these three unforgettable days in Borovoye, you will feel
traditional hospitality, and you will get expirience from unforgettable amazing life in
Great Kazakh steppe!

ABOUT KAZAKHSTAN

    Kazakhstan is in the middle of Central Asia, a vast territory that lies between Asia and Europe. This
    location endows the country with geopolitical and economic opportunities in both the East and
    the West, and it’s no surprise that the architecture in one of the world’s newest capitals is so
    varied and multi-directional.

    Kazakhstan is the ninth biggest country in the world (2 717 300 square km) and the second
    biggest country in the CIS. Its area could simultaneously accommodate European countries such
    as France, Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greece, Norway and Finland, or Asian countries such as Pakistan,
    Turkey, Iraq, Japan and Vietnam.

    You can find more information about Kazakhstan in: https://expo2017astana.com/en/page_id=218

                   Astana is part of Kazakhstan’s Brand
    In July 1999, Astana was awarded a UNESCO “city for peace” prize. The new capital has all the
    fundamental characteristics reasons to become one of the world’s 30 best cities.

    Kazakhstan’s modern capital is continuously growing and changing. It is becoming increasingly
    attractive both for the people of Kazakhstan and for foreign visitors. Its modern architecture,
    which combines the best European and oriental traditions, fully reflects the new capital’s role as
    an economic, political and cultural center.

The city has invited star architects like
Norman Foster and Kisho Kurokawa to
reinvent Astana's look, transforming the
city into an urban landscape that makes you
feel a little bit like you've travelled forward
in time.

Astana’s edifices combine both European
and Oriental motifs, so for visitors from
most parts of the world, somewhere,
something homey can be found in the
Kazakh capital.

   30TH IPMA WORLD CONGRESS: "BREAKTHROUGH COMPETENCES FOR MANAGING CHANGE"

WEATHER

Summers in Kazakhstan are hot and winters are cold. Since Kazakhstan has a vast
territory, weather can vary substantially in different parts of the country. For example
when sowing season begins in the South, the North might still be covered with thick
snow.

Average temperature in the coldest month of winter January is -18,7°С in the North
and -1,5°С in the South. Snowy winters are ideal for winter sports activities, for
example in ski resorts. However, additional care should be taken and appropriate
preparations must be done by those, who are not used to cold weather.

In September the average temperature maximum is 20°C with a minimum of 10°C.

CURRENCY, MONEY
AND BANKING

Currency Units
The currency unit is the Kazakhstani tenge (KZT).
Please, pay attention all payments in country in Kazakh tenge.

The following denominations are in circulation:
Notes: 200, 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5 000, 10,000 and 20,000 KZT.
Coins: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 KZT.
US dollars, Chinese Yuan, Russian Ruble, Euros and British pounds can be
exchanged locally in banks and exchange offices.

Credit Cards
Kazakhstan’s banking system complies with most international standards.
Credit/debit cards are commonly used for transactions. However, cash is generally
preferred in retail, small trading and catering points and taxis. Most of the major
international credit cards including American Express, Visa and Diners Club are
accepted in large hotels, shops and restaurants in Almaty and Astana. Outside of
these main cities, acceptance is limited. Travelers’ cheques, particularly American
Express, can be exchanged in banks in Almaty. Foreigners are advised to take
travelers’ cheques in dollars. Cash machines, bank departments and exchange
offices have widespread network in Astana and Almaty.

The following links provide useful information for locating ATMs/banks throughout the world:

American Express
(www.amexnetwork.com/atmfinder/);
MasterCard
(www.mastercard.com/us/personal/en/cardholderservices/atmlocations);
Visa
(http://visa.via.infonow.net/locator/global).

Currency Controls
Currency regulations relate to the import and export of currencies based on normal travel
expenses and is subject to change. Expatriates should consult with the appropriate national
bank for details on recurrent payments and capital payments.

Import/export currency controls
Nationals, as well as foreign visitors and residents of Kazakhstan, may import/export an
unlimited amount of cash (national and foreign currency), Travelers’ cheques provided that it is
done in compliance with customs regulations. Exported/imported cash, Travelers’ cheques are
subject to declaration to customs if the amount exceeds 10,000 USD.

USING PUBLIC
TRANSPORT
Public transport in Kazakhstan is reliable, inexpensive and safe. Operational hours
of most buses are from 6.30 am to 11.00 pm. Locate your nearest bus stop and plan
your route by bus on https://kz.easyway.info/en/cities/astana website. You may also
use Astrabus App available both in Appstore and Google market. If travelling by
bus, try not to wait at bus stops alone. Ask someone to meet you at the bus stop if
you are travelling late and have a long way to walk. Local friends or colleagues can
often give advice about the best bus for your destination. Remember it never hurts
to ask. Take along someone familiar with the system and the route for your first trip.

Have an idea of where you want to go and which streets will get you there before
you use the system. Vehicles are often crowded, especially during rush hours so
pick your travel times if you have some flexibility. Just like in any crowded situation,
keep a good hold on your belongings. If you are travelling a long way by train, make
sure someone knows which train you are travelling on and when you are due to
arrive. Always have cash with you and a back-up plan if you are separated from the
people you are travelling with.

USING TAXIS
If you need to use a taxi, ask the dispatching service of the University, the hotel you stay
in, or your friends/ colleagues, who will recommend you a taxi company in Astana. Try to
use an official taxi only. Eco Taxi, Expo taxi, Lider taxi and Aruzhan taxi companies
 operate in Astana. Also you can use the UBER and YANDEX taxi applications.,
Eco Taxi - +7 (727) 3 900 500; +7 (777) 672 77 77
Expo taxi - +7(7172) 27-96-96; +7 (701) 227-96-96
Lider taxi - +7 (7172) 48 81 81; +7 (702) 295 71 71
Aruzhan taxi - +7 (7172) 44-40-00

TRAVEL

Astana International Airport one ofthe most modern air hubs in Central Asia. There are 120 regular daily
flights offered by 25 airlines including Air Astana, KLM, Lufthansa, Turkish airlines, Etihad, Transaero,
Austrian airlines, China Southern Airlines etc.

Logistics:
*Astana – Borovoe – Airport/Astana,
*Airport – Borovoe – Airport/Astana
Congress host is pleased to inform that transport will be arranged at organisers cost.

1. From Astana airport to Borovoe in case you are directly going to the Council of Delegates
meeting (return).
- Please send your flight details to and from Astana to the following email address:
orgcongress2017@gmail.com, provide us information so that we can manage
transportation accordinally.

2. From Astana to Borovoe if you are attending both the Congress and the Council of
Delegates meeting (return).
- Departure from Nazarbayev University to Rixos-Borovoe: on September 7 at 18:00.
- Departure from Rixos Borovoe to Airport/Astana: on September 10 at 15:00. (additional
transport will be organized in accordance with flight schedule of delegates)

     30TH IPMA WORLD CONGRESS: "BREAKTHROUGH COMPETENCES FOR MANAGING CHANGE"

VISAS

Kazakhstan is a safe country to travel in, provided you follow normal safety precautions. In general, all
foreign nationals are required to have business or tourist visas to enter Kazakhstan. To obtain a
Kazakhstan visa foreign citizens should apply to a Kazakhstan diplomatic/consular institution in
their country of residence. To get more information about visa you should follow the link:
http://mfa.gov.kz/en/visa/index

  CONTACTS

 Organizing Committee:

 53 Kabanbay Batyr Ave, Astana,
 Republic of Kazakhstan, 010000
 T: +7 707 766 60 90
 E: orgcongress2017@gmail.com