Technical Tour Programme

Technical Tours: Thursday 26th and Friday 27th August 2010

A limited number of technical tours have been arranged at the end of the Congress. These are to various places of technical interest in the Cape Metro region, and offer delegates an opportunity to see facilities of a diverse nature, giving insight into the level of science and technology employed in the local industry.

Places on these tours are limited and are offered on a first-come-first-served basis. Fees are moderate to cover costs of transport, some guiding, and lunches/refreshments, where offered.

All tours will depart from the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC).

The options offered are:

Tour Code
Tour Date
 Brief Description
Cost Per Person
TT01
27/08
 Full day tour to Stellenbosch University Institute of Wine Biotechnology and Distell Ltd, an international wine and spirits manufacturer in picturesque Stellenbosch.
R600.00
TT02
27/08
 Full day tour to well known Backsberg wine estate, with emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly practices in the Berg River valley.
R600.00
TT03
26/08
 Half day tour to Research and Development Centre in Epping of Nampak Ltd, a large, diverse packaging manufacturer.
R380.00
TT04
27/08
 Half day tour to Appletiser SA (PTY) Ltd, a unique fruit juice processor in Elgin surrounded by orchards.
R500.00

Click on the relevant tour code for further details.

Notes:

  1. The above technical tours are subject to minimum numbers being reached.
  2. Delegates participate in the tours entirely at their own risk.