The countdown is on for the 68th International Congress of Hearing Aid Acousticians and the accompanying Industry Exhibition, which will open in just a few weeks in Hanover. Attendees can look forward to several exciting features, including the new EUHA-Live Area, a career kick-start package for young professionals, and Future Friday with renowned speakers such as Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Benedikt Höing.
The new EUHA-Live Area, located in Hall 6, will serve as a central networking hub, linking the Congress more closely with the Industry Exhibition. The area will feature opportunities for interaction, including the “Partner Innovation Hub” focused on Denmark, the “Meeting Point for Apprentices/Students” supporting young talent, and dedicated spaces for hearing aid acousticians and start-ups.
The Congress will officially open on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 9:15 a.m. in the EUHA-Live Area. Beate Gromke, President of the EUHA, and Gregor Dittrich, representing the BVHI board, will deliver the opening addresses. A welcoming message will follow from Dr. Andreas Philippi, Lower Saxony’s State Minister of Social Affairs, Labour, Health, and Equality, and a greeting from Peder Søgaard-Pedersen, Director for DI Life Science, representing Denmark, this year’s partner country.
On Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., the Congress Get-together will be held at the Peppermint Pavillon, located on the eastern side of the exhibition grounds. The evening’s theme is inspired by Danish fairy tales, and attendees are encouraged to dress creatively, with options like the Little Mermaid or “The Emperor’s New Clothes.”
The EUHA app, available at the end of September, will provide participants with real-time information about the 2024 Congress, including program details, speaker information, a floor plan, and a list of exhibitors. The app also supports networking, offering features for appointment scheduling, reminders, and matchmaking to help users connect with relevant contacts.
For more information on the Congress program and to purchase tickets, visit euha.org/en. The floor plan and exhibitor list can be accessed at ausstellung-euha.org/en/exhibitor-list.
Congress Highlights at a Glance:
- Congress Opening (EUHA-Live Area, Hall 6):
Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 9:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. - Knowledge Symposium and Research Paper Presentation (Hall 3):
Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Expert Lectures (Hall 3):
Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 17, 2024, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, October 18, 2024, 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Future Friday Keynotes (Hall 3):
Friday, October 18, 2024, 2:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., featuring Priv.-Doz. Dr. med. Benedikt Höing. - Congress Get-together (Peppermint Pavillon):
Thursday, October 17, 2024, 7:00 p.m.
The Industry Exhibition will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, and from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday.
Source: EUHA
