DUBLIN – August 2, 2008 - Today, The Convention Centre, Dublin (CCD), is celebrating securing The European Union Geriatric Medicine Society’s conference, which will take place in the first month of opening in September 2010.

Over 750 delegates will attend this 3-day meeting at The CCD. Launched in 2001, the EUGMS represents 25 countries across Europe and aims to promote research and education, continue professional development, and represent the speciality to EU and national governments.

Catherine Newhall-Caiger, Director of International Sales, The Convention Centre, Dublin, said: “We are immensely pleased and very proud to be hosting the EUGMS in our opening month in 2010. This conference will provide us with a real opportunity to demonstrate our stunning iconic conference centre and showcase exactly what The CCD and the city of Dublin have to offer delegates.”

Nicola McGrane, Managing Director, Conference Partners Ltd., who is the Professional Conference Organiser for this conference, said, “I am thrilled to be one of the first conference organisers who will use The Convention Centre, Dublin, and I would like to thank The CCD Team for their help and support in securing this prestigious conference for Dublin. We look forward to working with them over the next two years to ensure that our first conference at The Convention Centre, Dublin, is a true success.”

The CCD is located on the banks of the River Liffey in the heart of the vibrant city of Dublin and is within easy walking distance of hotels, . restaurants and famous landmarks. It is a sophisticated, cutting-edge conference venue, which combines iconic architecture, flexible multi-purpose conference facilities with an experienced professional team who will deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Work is currently underway on site at The Convention Centre, Dublin, and it will open for business on 1st September, 2010. For more information please visit www.theccd.ie

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Notes to editors:

With 22 flexible conference spaces, which can accommodate up to 8,000 delegates, The CCD also boasts a state-of-the-art 2,000-seat auditorium and fully serviced 4,500 sqm exhibition space, with the ability to simultaneously banquet for 3,000 people.

The CCD is also significantly investing in the latest AV and communications technology, which will position it as one of the leading technological venues in Europe.

Careful consideration has been given to environmental impact - carbon-neutral concrete has been used in the venue’s construction and a district heating system has been installed.

Previous EUGMS conferences have taken place in Copenhagen, Paris, Vienna, Madrid and Geneva.