UL and IWCS cancel March 24-26 event in China due to concerns over Coronavirus

UL and IWCS China 2020 Symposium Cancellation Due to Coronavirus

The UL and IWCS China 2020 Symposium cancellation reflects rising global concerns over the Coronavirus outbreak. As a result, IWCS and UL chose to cancel the event. They made this decision to protect the health and safety of attendees, presenters, and their families.

Originally, organizers planned the fourth annual UL and IWCS China Cable & Connectivity Symposium for March 24–26, 2020. The event was set to take place at the Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre in Shanghai, China.

Reasons Behind the Event Cancellation

As the Coronavirus crisis worsened, event leaders acted quickly. Therefore, IWCS CEO David Kiddoo shared his support for those affected. He noted that the organization stands with colleagues in China during this challenging time.

In addition, L.F. Lai, Vice President and General Manager of UL’s Wire and Cable division, explained the decision. He emphasized that organizers focused on reducing risk and protecting public health.

Learn more about UL at https://www.ul.com and IWCS at https://www.iwcs.org.

Future Plans for the IWCS China Symposium

Although organizers canceled the 2020 event, they remain committed to the future. In fact, IWCS and UL have already begun planning the 2021 China Cable & Connectivity Symposium. They expect to host it again in Shanghai.

Meanwhile, both organizations continue to monitor the situation closely. For updates and official announcements, visit https://www.ulandiwcschina.org.

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