Third Global Dairy Congress
21 - 23 April 2009, Madrid
Online booking for the Global Dairy Congress is now closed. For information about booking onsite, please contact the events team on +44 (0)1225 327900.
Now that the dairy sector has successfully established a new era of innovation and healthy choice, the conference theme, 'Making the most of dairy' aims to highlight the importance of maintaining momentum in product development while also addressing the need for strengthening ethical and sustainable practices.
Now in its third year, the Congress is once again designed for industry leaders, suppliers, customers and analysts to gain a complete overview of the latest trends and developments across all continents from top companies around the world, with extensive time for informal contact and discussion.
Highlights include:
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Conference: Making the most of dairy
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Grupo Leche Pascual plant tour
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Functionality case studies
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Gala industry dinner
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Nutrition and health claims workshop
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Market briefing
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09.00 - 12.00 |
Registration |
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Grupo Leche Pascual plant tour |
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Depart 09.30 |
Coach leaves for the Aranda de Duero plant, one of Leche Pascual's major sites, located near Burgos - two hours' drive north of Madrid. |
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Depart 12.00 |
Tour will include the production of soy, milk, yogurts, juices, functional drinks and dairy desserts, refrigeration, storage and distribution. Visit will also include briefing and product sampling. Family owned Grupo Leche Pascual Alimentación has activities across the food sector including in milk, dairy products, juices, breakfast cereals, mineral water, egg derivatives, soft drinks and animal feed. The company's turnover is now over 1 billion euros and it exports to almost 100 countries worldwide. |
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16.00 - 18.30 |
Registration |
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18.30 - 19.30 |
Welcome reception |
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08.45 |
Registration and refreshments |
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International market perspective |
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09.15 |
Welcome and Spanish market overview |
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09.35 |
Keynote address |
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10.05 |
Questions and discussion |
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10.45 |
Refreshment break |
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Consumers, health and wellness |
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11.15 |
Keynote address: New agenda for nutrition, health and wellness while creating shared value |
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11.45 |
Consumer outlook in the new economic climate |
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12.05 |
Improving communication on dairy and wellness |
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12.25 |
Questions and discussion |
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12.45 |
Lunch |
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Sustainability, ethics and the environment |
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14.00 |
Promotional colloboration across the value change |
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14.20 |
Understanding retailer priorities |
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14.40 |
New sustainability development in dairy bottles |
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15.00 |
Questions and discussion |
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15.15 |
Refreshment break |
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Emerging markets |
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15.45 |
Brazil: Export opportunity |
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16.00 |
Russia: Growth potential |
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16.15 |
India: Driving forward |
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16.30 |
China: innovation trends in the Chinese dairy market |
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16.45 |
Questions and discussion |
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17.00 |
Close |
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Gala dinner |
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18.45 |
Coaches leave hotel for short drive to Casino de Madrid Completed in 1910, the Casino de Madrid is a grand and ornate masterpiece of classical architecture. Its original role was as a club for aristocrats and military officers, artists and writers. Never actually used as a casino, its main role today is as host to numerous special events with a gastronomic flair, guided by a three Michelin star chef. |
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19.15 |
Cocktail reception in La Glorieta |
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19.45 |
Gala industry dinner in the Salón Alcalá |
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22.00 |
Coaches back to Westin Palace Hotel |
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New dairy dimensions |
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09.30 |
Keynote address: Beauty from within |
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09.50 |
Benecol for heart health |
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10.10 |
Questions and discussion |
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10.30 |
Refreshment break |
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Functional case studies |
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11.00 |
Functionality and innovation in dairy |
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11.15 |
Omega 3: no compromise on taste |
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11.30 |
Dahlicious Lassi - naturally probiotic |
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11.45 |
Taking a portfolio approach to functionality |
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12.00 |
Questions and discussion |
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12.30 |
Lunch |
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13.45 |
Workshop: Nutrition and health claims |
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15.00 |
Dairy market briefing |
Madrid is the largest and capital city of Spain. Situated on the river Manzanares, it is considered the major financial centre of the Iberian Peninsula, hosting head offices to the majority of Spain's leading companies, as well as providing headquarters to some of the world's biggest enterprises.
With a population of over three million, Madrid has a reputation as the liveliest capital city in Europe. Against a backdrop of glittering skyscrapers, its bustling Puerta del Sol, also known as the 'people's quarter', is a maze of tiny streets where visitors can enjoy a wide range of bars and restaurants. The city has numerous architectural and cultural splendours, from the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor to the Puerta del Sol and Prado Museum.
Situated between the Prado and Parliament, the Westin Palace Hotel was commissioned by King Alonso XIII in the French Baroque style and overlooks Neptune Square. Now meticulously restored, the 5 star hotel has 465 guest rooms and suites with a new fitness club and business centre.
The nearby Casino de Madrid is a grand former club for the wealthy and is renowned for its ornate architecture as well as excellent cuisine. Madrid Barajas International Airport offers a wide choice of international flight connections and is a short taxi ride to the city centre.
