Despite going to great lengths to validate the level of interest and potential attendance at the IBDA OutReach events in 2013, it now appears that there is an insufficient level of interest to stage the OutReach EuroAfrica this year.
Our validation exercise (directly after the 2nd IBDC in 2012) resulted in over 30 expressions of interest. This was considered to be a sufficient number to launch the programme. Now, the actual number of registrants for OutReach EuroAfrica is much less, making the event non-viable. To avoid a significant investment in time by IBDA Partners and considerable financial risk to the IBDA, we are cancelling the event.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by our decision, but we are confident that you will understand it.

Dear IBDA Member

Planning is underway for the 2013 series of OutReach Designer Seminars as follows:

The OutReach Designer Seminars are our way of keeping designers up to date on technology, developments, risks and new features, substrates and processes. They differ significantly from the International Banknote Designers Conference (IBDC) in that the subject matter is very focused, with small groups of about 10-12 designers receiving hands-on training and information in a practical and efficient manner. These seminars can be considered training courses on specific topics and will ensure that our members are fully aware of progress and evolution in banknote design and related issues.

OutReach Designer Seminars consist of a two-day programme allowing designers select up to four seminars per day. Each seminar will last approximately 1.5 hours. The OutReach Programme content will be developed by the IBDA in association with the IBDA Partners. The actual seminars will be delivered by technical experts from IBDA Partner organisations.