Environmental Sustainability – Electrictity

Environmental Sustainability Electricity

From the maximum use of natural light to the incorporation of energy efficient lighting and emission minimising climate control, the CTICC is designed to be green at heart.

CTICC Sustainability Electricity

During 2021/2022 the CTICC used a total of 31 477.5 gigajoules of energy from primary sources (fuel) and electricity generation. This amounts to a 17.8% increase year-on-year.

The increase in energy usage was due to an uptake in events after lockdown restrictions were removed.

Future energy-saving plans

Our ability to make further savings is now incremental, but we continue to seek out possible areas of saving where we can. One example is the replacement of all the CTICC 1 gallery lights along the CTICC 1 corridors and walkways, which is currently underway.

These lights use a considerable amount of electricity in their current form; but replacement with LEDs will reduce the wattage and power consumption by 75% – a substantial saving. The installation of PV solar power generation panels on our rooves is also still part of our five-year capital expenditure plan.

A more immediate decision has been made to install heat pumps for more efficient water heating in CTICC 1. These will replace our existing boilers, which use a significant amount of power.

The tender has been awarded but the project was put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the installation of the Hospital of Hope in the CTICC 1 exhibition halls. 

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Environmental Sustainability – Waste

Environmental Sustainability Waste

The CTICC is committed to reducing the impact of waste on the environment, which is generated as part of the events and exhibitions we host.

Managing our Waste Diversion

The overall weight of waste produced has increased from 37 tonnes to 200 tonnes during the 2021/22 financial year, with diversion to landfill at 20% of total waste.

The reduced number of events held during the year generated general waste that could not be easily recycled.

When Covid-19 restrictions were lifted and CTICC began to host larger events once more, the amount of recyclable waste increased.

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Over 100 international events confirmed for the CTICC

Over 100 international conferences, which are expected to bring over 127 000 delegates to Cape Town, has been confirmed to take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre up until 2026.

This comes after ICCA’s (International Congress and Convention Association) announcement confirming Cape Town as the number one meetings destination in Africa.

“The international conference segment is one of the centre’s key focus areas and presents tremendous potential for the CTICC and the city as a whole. Having secured 105 international conferences up until 2026, these events will have a significant impact on the Western Cape and South African economy. With South Africa’s economic growth prospects at 1.2% in 2019, securing international events can only positively affect our economy and bolster much needed job creation,” said Julie-May Ellingson, Chief Executive Officer at the CTICC.

Most recently, the centre has been awarded nine international conferences. Of these, the World Economic Forum and World Dairy Summit had been previously hosted at the CTICC.

Here is a list of the most recent events confirmed to take place at the CTICC:

World Economic Forum on Africa 2019
World Dairy Summit 2020
World Engineering Education Forum (WEEF), Global Engineering Deans Council        Conference (GEDC) & Global Student Forum (GSF) 2020
INSOL International Conference 2020
Entrepreneurs Organisation Global Leadership Conference 2020
International Symposium on Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy in Veterinary Medicine 2021
International Symposium on Pneumococci and Pneumococcal Diseases 2022
World Association of Waterborne Infrastructure – PIANC World Congress 2022
INF (International Netball Federation) Netball World Cup 2023

The World Dairy Summit 2020 will provide an opportunity for the South African dairy industry to gain exposure to major dairy producing countries from all over the world.

The summit, which is themed Wholesome and Sustainable, is expected to bring together 1 200 delegates from 65 countries.

Topical issues on the agenda include farm management, animal health and welfare, environmental challenges, and research and development.

“The dairy industry, like many other industries, is complex and needs to deal with international common challenges as a collective. These challenges are highly complex, require a scientific approach, needs a structured environment and requires the meeting of likeminded individuals, working in groups with the guidance and participation of world experts and leaders,” said Melt Loubser, Chairman and Media Liaison of the South African Mils Processors Organisation.

Why host the event in Cape Town and the CTICC for the second time?

“The experience we had in 2012 at the CTICC was professional, very effective, well executed and the venue was truly world-class. The size of the venue and the fact that the whole conference included all parallel sessions and could be accommodated under one roof was very positive. The infrastructure of Cape Town, safety, the pristine beauty, the cosmopolitan atmosphere, excellent accommodation, spectacular sightseeing and wonderful culinary experiences contributed to this decision,” added Loubser.

The Entrepreneurs Organisation Global Leadership Conference 2020 will take place in Africa for the first time.

The leadership conference will bring together188 member chapters from 58 countries.

According to Jason Sze, Chairperson of Entrepreneurs Organisation (EO), the 2 000 participants can expect intense training and information-sharing sessions.

“As EO’s flagship event, the Global Leadership Conference, creates community among our leadership and allows us to train incoming chapter member leaders in an intense track training programme developed by our committee members and facilitated by EO facilitators,” said Sze.

Hosting the event on African soil for the first time, Sze said:

“The EO’s Board of Directors came to Cape Town for a meeting and we loved the experience… and said ‘Why aren’t we coming here for our Global Leadership Conference?’. We loved the favourable exchange rate, the exotic location and were very impressed by the great local hospitality.”

For more information on the CTICC, go to cticc.co.za connect with us LinkedIn, Cape Town International Convention Centre, like us on Facebook @CTICC or follow us on Twitter @CTICC_Official and Instagram, official_cticc #ExperienceExtraordinary.

Contact the CTICC Corporate Communications Department for more information on media@cticc.wowfingers.com or call +27 21 410 5000. 

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Maps & Directions

Getting to the CTICC is easy as Cape Town is a dynamic, cosmopolitan city with well-established transport systems in place. The CTICC is also conveniently located in the central business and entertainment hub of the city, and is close to many major attractions, and places to stay and eat.

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Transport Options to the CTICC

• Taxi
• Bus
• Driving
• Water Canal
• Cycling
• Air Travel

Ask your taxi driver to pick you up or drop you off at the designated pick-up and drop-off zones outside the main entrance of CTICC 1 and CTICC 2. You can also make use of accredited taxis at the drop-off and pick-up point infront of CTICC 1. Should you require assistance, enquire with the reception desk.

The CTICC is conveniently located along two MyCiTi bus public transport routes. The CTICC bus stops are located on Walter Sisulu Ave, near the main entrance of CTICC 1. These stops are serviced by routes 104 and 116, which also run to the popular V&A Waterfront.

A dedicated City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off bus stop is also is located at Entrance 3 on Walter Sisulu Avenue. Sightseers can stop at the CTICC, visit the coffee shops, or attend one of our scheduled consumer shows. Guests can also purchase tickets to any of the consumer shows, on the day at the show venue.

Delegates wanting to go on the City Sightseeing bus directly from the CTICC can hop-on and purchase tickets prior to departure.

Driving to and parking at the CTICC is a little simpler, with over 1 400 secure parking bays. Accessible on-site parking bays are available to visitors in P3 & P5. Please click here for more information on parking garage locations and tariffs.

The unique Roggebaai Canal offers a relaxed, charming journey via City Sightseeing’s Hop-on Hop-off Canal Cruise water taxis between the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the CTICC. The taxis stop outside CTICC 1, near the P1 parking garage entrance, and run every 20-30 minutes.

In an effort to minimise its carbon footprint, the CTICC encourages the use of bicycles and offers free bicycle parking facilities in P3 and on Convention Square outside the entrance to CTICC 1.

Flying to Cape Town

Cape Town shares a time zone with many European and African cities and is as close as an overnight flight. Direct flights to Cape Town are available from over 20 international destinations. Domestic airlines also link Cape Town to all other centres around the country.

Transport from the Airport

When arriving at Cape Town International Airport, there are several options for transport into the city.

The MyCiTi bus public transport system offers a non-stop shuttle to and from the airport. The bus station can be found right outside the main terminal entrance, and buses depart every 30 minutes on the hour and half hour.

You can also catch a taxi from outside the terminal or request an Uber by following the directions on the app to the designated pick up zone in the P1 parking garage.

A wide range of car hire companies are also available, while private luxury air-conditioned coaches and shuttle buses regularly run between the airport, hotels, the city centre and most major tourist destinations.

The airport is a 20-30 minute drive from the CTICC and the city centre.

What’s On At The CTICC

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Tourism Marketing Conference

26 – 27 Nov

Africa Travel Week | WTM Africa 2021

7 – 9 April

AllSport Coaches Workshops

14 Oct – 25 Nov

Virtual AfricaCom & AfricaTech 2020

10 – 12 Nov

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LCP – Call 2 Care

Call 2 Care

Call 2 Care is a Cape Town based non-profit organization, mandated to improve lives through educational outreach projects and socially conscious volunteer events.

Their mission:

To deliver sustainable outreach initiatives, in collaboration with, and to the benefit of under-resourced communities, delivering solutions tailored to the needs of beneficiary partners. By connecting those who can support, to those in need of support, Call 2 Care is able to go further and do more, together.

What they do

The NPO began as a passion to support people and became a solution. Started on Heritage Day, 24 September 2014, Call 2 Care has, every day since, worked towards remembering and honouring South Africa’s cultural heritage by connecting with underprivileged communities to improve health, education, financial security and work-readiness. They also uplift and empower local artists through fundraisers, provide access to basic needs and implement food gardens so that beneficiaries can earn a living and feed themselves.

Their projects

Call 2 Care was built on the foundation of encouraging independence and allowing beneficiaries to progress beyond their dependency on organisations. Consequently, many of their projects are aimed at working with communities to support them with the skills and tools  needed to empower themselves and inspire others.

Please visit www.call2care.org.za to find out more about the NGO and how to get involved.

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LCP – help2read

help2read

help2read targets underprivileged primary schools across South Africa, providing children who struggle to read with one-on-one attention.

Their mission:

The gift of literacy can transform a life, a community and even a country. When a person can read, they are able to get the most out of their education, which can lead to securing a job and breaking the cycle of poverty. This results in strong, empowered communities and nations, and help2read is working towards making this vision a reality.

What they do

This non-profit organisation (NPO) is an English literacy intervention programme that has been in operation since 2006. Through consistent literacy input, reading help and fun activities, the children that participate in the programme not only learn to read, but fall in love with it.

Their projects

The organisation recruits and trains unemployed, literate adults from township communities to be Literacy Tutors who, in turn, assist with teaching and running the programme in township schools. The tutors receive an income and participate in personal development and work readiness programmes, helping to secure a better future for themselves and their families.

This full-circle approach means that not only do our youth benefit but so do those who assist them. This type of support is crucial to transforming and uplifting communities.

Please visit www.help2read.org to find out more about the organisation and how to get involved.

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LCP – FARR

Foundation for Alcohol Related Research (FARR)

FARR is dedicated to building positive futures in South African communities by significantly reducing birth defects caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Their mission:

FARR is committed to improving the lives of all South Africans by increasing the awareness of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), which is caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

What they do

Through their pioneering research, FARR has become the leading non-governmental organisation (NGO) in South Africa in the fight against FASD. This disorder is completely preventable but not curable and, unfortunately, South Africa has the highest reported FASD prevalence rate in the world. FARR is working hard to change this.

Their projects

Implementing impactful community interventions, driving social awareness programmes, conducting world-class research and offering extensive diagnosis, management, support, training, educational and mentorship services.

Partnership with the CTICC

As a convention centre that serves alcohol, the CTICC believes it has a duty to promote the responsible consumption thereof. Our partnership with FARR has been invaluable, as it demonstrates the CTICC’s support for alcohol-related research, as well as the centre’s commitment to spreading awareness about alcohol usage and abuse and its far-reaching consequences.

The CTICC is honoured to have supported FARR in their important work over the last nine years. We have made them our long-term partner and will be assisting them with the venue sponsorship of their AGMs into the future.

Please visit www.farrsa.org.za to find out more about the organisation and how to get involved.

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Francois van Coke at the CTICC for One Night Only

Francois van Coke fans living in Cape Town are in for a treat for one night only on 14 December 2019. The Cape Town Convention Centre (CTICC) brings you an intimate stage show displaying local Afrikaans music at its best with Francois. Be entertained by like never before, as Francois takes you on a musical journey featuring the stories behind the songs.

Francois van Coke will be performing a unique show for one night only at the CTICC on Saturday, 14 December 2019. This intimate evening will feature his two guitarists, Jedd Kossew and Richard Onraet, as Francois performs acoustic renditions of his most popular hits from his time as the frontman of Fokofpolisiekar and Van Coke Kartel, and as an award-winning solo artist. In between, he will regale his audience with the background stories of timeless classics such as ‘Toe Vind Ek Jou’, ‘Komma’, ‘Ek Skyn (Heilig)’ and ‘Tot Die Son Uitkom’.

The Francois van Coke concert forms part the CTICC’s events portfolio which focuses on innovation and unique possibilities. The CTICC, through various collaborations with companies and productions, has created a collection of events, including The Gift Fair and the CTICC All Sports Expo. The versatility of our venues and years of experience allows us to host any type of event conceivable at the CTICC the possibilities are endless.

This unique Francois van Coke concert is for one night only, 14 December 2019, from 19:30 to 22:00, and exclusive to the CTICC, tickets can be purchased at Quicket. For more information on the CTICC, go to cticc.co.za connect with us LinkedIn, Cape Town International Convention Centre, like us on Facebook @CTICC or follow us on Twitter @CTICC_Official and Instagram, official_cticc #ExperienceExtraordinary.

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Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

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The CTICC Launches Events Collection

The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) has been a leader in the venue hosting industry for the past 16 years, and now the convention centre has created events to add to its portfolio. The CTICC already has a collection of events planned for 2019 and 2020 including; The Gift Fair, a Francois van Coke concert and the All Sport Expo.

The Gift Fair’s promises guests a festive shopping experience on the Foreshore. Mark your calendars for 29 and 30 November 2019 and make your way to the CTICC for artisanal food, bubbly and cocktails while you shop for locally sourced curated gifts.

Francois van Coke will be performing a unique show for one night only at the CTICC on Saturday, 14 December 2019. This intimate evening will feature his two guitarists, Jedd Kossew and Richard Onraet, as Francois performs acoustic renditions of his most popular hits from his time as the frontman of Fokofpolisiekar and Van Coke Kartel, and as an award-winning solo artist. In between, he will regale his audience with the background stories of timeless classics such as ‘Toe Vind Ek Jou’, ‘Komma’, ‘Ek Skyn (Heilig)’ and ‘Tot Die Son Uitkom’.

The centre’s major event showcase is the All Sport Expo, set to take place in September 2020, and features virtually every indoor, outdoor and water sport. This expo is the perfect show for people of all fitness levels, offering something for everyone in the sports and wellness arena.

Innovation forms an integral part of the CTICC values, an ethos that allows the centre to retain its position as a leader in the industry. These events are a natural progression for the centre as it harnesses the existing skills as well as additional experts, all with varied backgrounds in the events, management and hospitality industry.

The addition of these events facilitates the growth of the centre’s business, substantially increasing the CTICC’s contribution to job creation through events.

The CTICC focuses on a triple bottom line strategy and reporting framework, a sustainable and inclusive business practice focused on people, planet and profit. Over the last financial year and with the addition of CTICC 2, the CTICC has generated 14 593 direct and indirect jobs, while substantially contributing to the Western Cape GGP and the South African GDP.

The inclusion of these events into the centre’s portfolio is set to maximise on the success of the CTICC, opening up potential business and numerous possibilities.

The Gift Fair takes place on 29 and 30 November 2019 and tickets are free, grab your online ticket here.

Francios van Coke’s concert is a one night only acoustic journey on 14 December 2019, get your ticket to see this exclusive show here.

Exhibitors interested in the All Sport Expo can contact the Sales Department, sales@cticc.wowfingers.com, while visitors can keep a lookout for the ticket announcement.

For more information on the CTICC, go to cticc.co.za connect with us LinkedIn, Cape Town International Convention Centre, like us on Facebook @CTICC or follow us on Twitter @CTICC_Official and Instagram, official_cticc #ExperienceExtraordinary.

Contact the CTICC Corporate Communications Department for more information on media@cticc.wowfingers.com or call +27 21 410 5000.