By accessing, browsing, or using https://21st-conference-mumbai.iala.int (the “Site”), or by submitting any registration form for the 21st IALA Conference 2027, to be held from 8 to 12 November 2027 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, India (the “Conference”), you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”). If you do not accept these Terms, please do not use the Site or register for the Conference.

The Conference is organised by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL), Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, in association with the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA) (together, the “Organizer”).

The Organizer may update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes take effect as soon as they are posted on the Site. Continued use of the Site or participation in the Conference after such changes means you accept the revised Terms.

Registration is available in four categories: Delegate (domestic and international), Exhibitor, Speaker, and Member State. Each category is subject to these Terms and to any additional conditions communicated for that category. A registration cannot be transferred from one category to another after submission.

1. Each registrant must use a unique email ID and mobile number.

2. All registrations are subject to review and approval by the Organizer. Submission of a form does not by itself confirm participation.

3. An acknowledgement will be sent by email and WhatsApp on submission, and a confirmation will be sent once the registration is approved.

4. The Organizer may reject or cancel any registration that contains incomplete, inaccurate, or misleadinginformation, or that does not meet eligibility requirements.

Participation in the Conference is subject to on-site entry and security requirements, the code of conduct, and instructions issued by the Organizer. Participants must:

• Carry valid photo identification and their registration confirmation for entry.

• Comply with all Conference rules, venue regulations, and directions from the Organizer and venue staff.

• Exhibitors must conduct business only from their allocated stall or space and follow the exhibitor guidelines issued by the Organizer.

All content, trademarks, logos, graphics, text, software, and data on the Site belong to DGLL, IALA, or their licensors. No material may be copied, reproduced, republished, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any form without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

The Conference may be photographed, filmed, or recorded. By attending, participants consent to the use of such material by the Organizer for documentation, reporting, and promotional purposes.

All content, trademarks, logos, graphics, text, software, and data on the Site belong to DGLL, IALA, or their licensors. No material may be copied, reproduced, republished, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any form without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

The Site may contain links to third-party websites for convenience only. The Organizer does not control or endorse these websites and is not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or practices.

The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available”, without warranties of any kind, express or implied. The Organizer will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of the Site or participation in the Conference, including loss of or damage to personal belongings.

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless DGLL, IALA, their officers, employees, partners, and service providers against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from their use of the Site, participation in the Conference, or breach of these Terms.

By registering, users consent to the collection and processing of their personal information as described in the Privacy Policy. Registration details may be shared between DGLL and the IALA team for verification and approval. Users are responsible for keeping their login credentials confidential and for all activity under their account.

The Organizer may change the programme, speakers, schedule, or venue where necessary. Such changes will be communicated to registered participants and will not by themselves entitle participants to a refund, except as stated in the Payment Policy.

The Organizer will not be liable for any delay, postponement, or cancellation caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, epidemics, war, strikes, or government action.

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of India. Any dispute arising from these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at [New Delhi / Mumbai]