Agenda

Following is the preliminary schedule for the Forum.  Sessions and times are subject to change.  All times are CET (Central European Time).

Monday, May 6

Tuesday, May 7

Wednesday, May 8

Featured Speakers

The following executives are featured speakers at the Forum.

Danilo de Faria

Global Digital Manufacturing Leader
Nestlé

Leading global Operations Technologies and Digital in Manufacturing at Nestlé, Danilo has 25 years of experience in the food & beverage industry in different areas. He has had leading positions in technical assistance, project management and corporate strategic groups. He is passionate for challenges and the exploration of new technologies, bringing all potential from Industry 4.0 solutions, identifying and leveraging their benefits to the company's needs while contributing to its ambitions and objectives.

Jacco Opmeer

Principal Automation Engineer
Shell

As Subject Matter Expert on Process Automation Systems, Jacco works on Shell’s global automation strategies. He co-leads the Open Process Automation Forum with a focus on creating a healthy business environment through the adoption of a fit for purpose O-PAS standard. In addition, Jacco is Executive Board member in the International Process Automation Users' Association WIB. Jacco has 35 years of experience in the process industries in engineering, operations and maintenance.

Dominic De-Kerf

ISA 95 L2 Architect, Corporate Smart Manufacturing
Cargill

Dominic started his career in 1991 as a local automation engineer. He became part of central engineering in the mid 90s and was involved in building factories in Turkey, Germany, and China. The company was acquired by Cargill in 2003 and Dominic became the best practice lead for automation for the starch business in Europe and moved more corporate roles in automation.  He has more than 30 years’ experience in the industry and is involved in ISA, NAMUR, and other industry associations.

List of Executive Speakers

Location

The Forum is held at the Meliã Hotel in Sitges (Barcelona), Spain.

Meliã Sitges 
Joan Salvat Papasseit, 38 
Barcelona - Sitges 08870 
Spain 
www.melia-sitges.com

Attendees should make their own hotel reservations. Note: Please make your hotel reservations by contacting the hotel directly.  Beware of any offers from third parties selling room reservations pretending to be calling on behalf of ARC or the hotel.

Overlooking the Sitges marina and the Costa del Garraf, the Meliã is within easy access of Barcelona international airport and walking distance from the historic center of Sitges.  Hotel amenities include complimentary fitness facilities, free WiFi internet in public areas and rooms, and an indoor car park.

To Register

Forum Fee

Forum fees are as follows:

• DTC Members*: 550 EUR
• End Users: 650 EUR
• Suppliers: 1,450 EUR

All fees are net, excl. VAT.  The fee includes lunch on both days, a Welcome Reception before the Forum convenes, and all program materials. Group rates are available.  

*If you are a technology end user, we encourage you to join the Digital Transformation Council and register as a DTC Member.  DTC is an end user only community. For more information on the DTC, please visit Digital Transformation Council. 

Registration Methods

• Register Online
• Call +49(0)211-3003-416 or contact ablech@arcweb.com

Cancellations and Substitutions

Substitutions may be made at any time at no additional charge. The registration fee is fully refundable up to 3 weeks prior to the Forum date. A 50% cancellation fee will be assessed after that date.  All cancellations must be received in writing.

Speaker Opportunities

For information on nominating a speaker for the forum, please visit our Speaking Opportunities page or contact ablech@arcweb.com.

Sponsorship Opportunities

For information on opportunities for sponsoring the forum, please visit our Forum Sponsorship page or contact ablech@arcweb.com.