In the past weeks we have been suffering from times of uncertainty about the state of emergency caused by coronavirus, a high-risk pandemic and its origin mainly from China. Mobile World Congress 2020 is at stake.
In the coming weeks i The New World Congress, the world's largest technology, to fit millions of people to attend and that in today's environment it looks like it is in danger. As the day approaches, there are many companies withdrawing from the event, and the organization responds to the concerns of those planning to attend.
Concern about the coronavirus sets the Mobile World Congress apart
Due to the rapid coronavirus expansion, several companies have made the decision to withdraw from this year's biggest technology event. Your whole reason is because of coronavirus concerns and the potential harm to its employees.
Today there are 5 major companies focused on MWC: LG, HP, Amazon, Nokia and Nvidia. Although HP's decision does not appear to be coronavirus-related, some companies have presented their causes through official statements (you can read below).
GSMA takes action: if you were in China 14 days ago you would not be able to attend the event
John Hoffman, CEO of GSMA, the organization responsible for organizing the event, sent last-minute statements to all the attendees, explaining the situation:
"I know that the coronavirus has caused havoc, especially for exhibitors and attendees worldwide, including 5,000-6,000 (5-6%) historically from China. Our sympathies with those affected. Today, GSMA moves as planned and will host the MWC between February 24 and 27. While GSMA has confirmed that some of the major attackers have decided not to attend the show this year others continue to think about next steps ».
The GSMA is working with Spanish health authorities to reduce the impact, which is why they have had to extend some additional security measures:
- All visitors to the province of Dubai will not be allowed to attend the event for the next 4 years.
- Everyone in China must show proof of their departure from China 14 days prior to the event (passport and health certificate).
- Temperature meters will be used.
- Attendees should make sure they do not contact anyone who is infected.
Other safety tips for the Mobile Wolrd Congress 2020
- An increase in the cleansing and disinfection process in all areas with high levels of physical contact.
- Double the medical support on site compared to last year.
- Awareness campaign online and locally.
- The availability of hygiene and disinfectant for public use.
- Training all employees to take preventative measures.
- Advice to analysts to use methods of cleaning and disinfecting there is stationary, and guidance on personal hygiene and preventive behaviors.
- Barcelona's public health and communications guidelines: hotels, public and private transport.
- New reminders for hygiene recommendations were added.
- The protocol is used to convert and clean the presentation microphones.
- Communication policy of "Don't shake hands".
- The 24 security calls and medical services, running from February 12 to 29. A telephone number will appear for all documents, event use and event posters.
Official announcements The World Congress Congress 2020: LG
LG Electronics is monitoring and closely monitoring the current state of the coronavirus outbreak recently declared a global emergency by the World Health Organization, as the virus continues to spread outside China.
To put the safety and health of its employees, partners, consumers, LG decided to cancel their show and to participate in the MWC 2020 to be held later this month in Barcelona.
This decision completely eliminates the risk of exposing LG employees to the virus on international travel, a task that has severely restricted LG's as the virus continues to spread.
Instead of participating in MWC 2020, LG will soon host other events to announce their new 2020 mobiles. Nokia Electronics thanks its users and the public for their understanding of these difficult and challenging times.
Amazon
"Due to the outbreak and ongoing concern about the new coronavirus, Amazon will move away from the exhibition and affiliation of Soft World Congress 2020".
Nokia
Following the ongoing outbreak of coronavirus spread, Nokia is looking forward to development and has complied with the recommendations of health authorities. The company has taken numerous steps to ensure the health and safety of its employees to minimize the impact on the company's operations.
After assessing the high risk, Nokia has decided to take the MWC Barcelona 2020, the largest event in the telecommunications industry, as a precautionary measure.
Sony appreciates what the GSMA has done to manage the risk. However, as one of the biggest viewers, Nokia has thousands of visitors every day. Even though the risk is low, the company cannot guarantee the health and safety of employees and visitors.
Börje Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericcson said: "The health and safety of our employees, customers and other members are our top priority. This is not a poor decision. We want to showcase our latest innovations at MWC Barcelona. firmly that the most responsible business decision is to withdraw our participation in this year's event.
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Nvidia
«We announced to GSMA, organizers of the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona that we will not be sending our staff to this year's event.
Given the coronavirus public health risk, ensuring the safety of our partners, partners and customers is our biggest challenge.
The New World Congress in Barcelona is one of the largest technology conferences. We have always wanted to share our work in the AI, 5G and vRAN sectors. We regret not going, but we believe it is the right decision.
Thanks to the GSMA leadership and the ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of all in attendance. »
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