Written by Niall O'Brien on 10 May 2024. Posted in Uncategorised.

Stand Information

Stand information

Dimensions and facilities

A modular stand system, which can be customised with your brand, will be introduced at the Vet24 Conference this year. The INEC, Killarney offers state-of-the-art facilities and an exciting opportunity for the Vet24 Conference to introduce a modular stand system. There will be two stand sizes available, and the exhibition floorplan will be designed to create an easy flow of delegates to maximise engagement with stand holders. This format will also offer more space for companies to be imaginative with their stand in attracting visitors.

Shell scheme sizes available 2m x 3m and 2m x 6m

Electricity and spot lighting

Electricity and spotlights will be supplied to each stand. All exhibitors must bring their own extension leads where required
WIFI

Complementary high-speed WiFi is available.
Furniture

Trestle tables and chairs will be provided as standard. Further furniture can be organised by contacting; Exhibit A Display www.exhibitadisplays.ie
Branded material

Branded shell scheme nameplates/panels, pull-ups and backdrops can be arranged by contacting; ciaranbroughaThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Set-up and take-down

Access to the Exhibition space will be available from 6pm on Thursday 10^th October for set up. Stands will need to be ‘dressed’ by 1pm on Friday 11^th October, in advance of registration. The opening address will take place at 2.30pm.

Stands can be dissembled from 4pm on Saturday 12^th October, after the last break.

* should you have additional requirements please contact a member of our team. Stand out options by quotation.

Exhibitor information – Terms and Conditions

AUTHORITY OF SHOW ORGANISERS – The authority of Veterinary Ireland in relation to all aspects of this event is absolute
ACCOUNTS - Payment must be received within 30 days of invoice and can be made by bank electronic transfer or credit card.
VAT – Exhibitors should note VAT is applicable at 23%
SHELL STANDS – A modular stand system, which can be customised with your brand, will be introduced at the Vet24 Conference this year. The INEC, Killarney offers state-of-the-art facilities and an exciting opportunity for the Vet24 Conference to introduce a modular stand system. There will be two stand sizes available (3m x 2m and 6m x 2m), and the exhibition floorplan will be designed to create an easy flow of delegates to maximise engagement with stand holders. This format will also offer more space for companies to be imaginative with their stand in attracting visitors. Shell stands are provided in certain positions. Such stands will be erected with partitions between adjoining stand holders with the name of the Exhibitor above the Stand in clear lettering.
ALLOCATION OF POSITION – The allocation of positions for stands rests entirely with the Organisers. The Organisers will endeavour, as far as possible, to meet any special wishes expressed by an Exhibitor, The PCO shall not be responsible in respect of loss or damage arising from any error in the appointment of space, or from any encroachment by one Exhibitor on the space apportioned to another for any amount greater than the sum paid by the Exhibitor for the space allocated.
SUBLETTING – No exhibitor will be permitted to sublet or allow to be used by another person, firm or organisation the whole or any portion of the space allotted to them.
SERVICES – Electricity and spotlights will be supplied to each stand. All exhibitors must bring their own extension leads where required. Complementary high-speed WiFi is available. Trestle tables and chairs will be provided as standard. Further furniture can be organised by contacting; Exhibit A Display www.exhibitadisplays.ie
BRANDING – Exhibitors are responsible for the branding of their own stand. Should you require assistance with the printing of branded nameplates/panels, pull-ups and backdrops please contact the organisers.
SET UP AND TAKE DOWN – Stands must be in place by 12pm on Friday 11^th October. The exhibition will open at 1.30pm and will remain open until 4.30pm on Saturday 12^th October. All exhibition materials should be removed by 7pm on Saturday 12^th October.
DELIVERY OF EXHIBITS TO STANDS – Prior to Show and not before 9^th October. Materials may be addressed to: Breffni Ingerton, REF: Vet24 Conference, C/o Gleneagle Hotel, Muckross Road, Killarney, Co Kerry, V93 V6WF
PERSONNEL – 3 members of staff per day, per stand are permitted to attend.
CUSTOMER INVITATION TICKETS – Exhibitors may purchase delegate passes for veterinary customers only
PROGRAMME & NOTES – Exhibitors must submit a 200 word company biography and high resolution jpeg of their company logo to appear in the delegate full programme and notes
SOCIAL MEDIA AND VET ALERTS – All exhibitors consent to the use of their logo for promotional purposes across social media platforms and veterinary email alerts.

Social Events

Exhibitors are welcome to attend the Friday night BBQ and Saturday night Gala Dinner. Tickets can be purchased by contacting us on +353 1 7096900 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Pre-booking required.

Why Exhibit?

Following the success of Vet23 in Cork last year, the Vet24 Conference will take place on 11^th, 12^th and 13^th October in the INEC, Killarney, Co Kerry. Vet24 is Ireland’s largest and most exciting veterinary conference, where there are many engaging opportunities for you to showcase your brand, and to meet the veterinary profession’s most enthusiastic and progressive vet

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250 delegates across the profession are expected to attend.

The trade exhibition will take place on the afternoon of Friday 11th October and will run up to the evening of Saturday 12th October. There are five hours of dedicated exhibition time over the two days with staggered breaks built into the programme, creating a steady flow of delegates through the exhibition.

Interaction at your stand

Catering for the weekend will be served in the exhibition area. Lunch will be provided for exhibitors on Saturday. Please be sure to include some novel ideas at your stand to attract the attention of delegates. Full House Events would be delighted to work with you on these.

Personnel

A maximum of three staff members are permitted each day included in the cost of your stand.

Social Events

Vet24 will include the opportunity to mix with friends and colleagues at our social events on Friday and Saturday night, in a relaxed setting. All welcome!

Vet24 Social Friday

11th October

On Friday evening there will be a casual social event for delegates, speakers and industry personnel. Industry representatives are welcome to attend this event. Transport to and from the Killarney Convention Centre will be provided. Click below to book a place by Tuesday 1^st October.

Dress Code: Smart casual, i.e. blazers optional, no trainers.

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Vet24 Conference Dinner Saturday

12th October

Exhibitors are invited to attend the Vet24 Conference dinner on Saturday night, which will take place in the hotel. Individual tickets or tables of 10 can be purchased from This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Bookings required by Tuesday 1^st October. Dress Code: Semi formal (not black-tie)

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Gallery

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Abstracts

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Joint workshop

Speakers - Joint workshop

Hazell Mullins

BVM BVS PG Cert ACP

Hazell Mullins qualified from Nottingham in 2013 and was in full-time mixed practice for eight years in both Cork and Kerry. She worked as large animal director for Highfield Veterinary Group for 18 months in Naas. She is now dairy farming in partnership and locums for local practices in North Cork. She is also a columnist for the Farming supplement of The Irish Examiner and co- founder of Vet Space Ireland. She is also the current president of Veterinary Ireland.
Martin Blake

MVB MRCVS

Martin Blake is the Chief Veterinary Officer with policy responsibility within the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine for the ‘One Health, One Welfare’ area, which includes animal health, animal welfare, veterinary public health and food safety.

Responsibilities also include operational controls across these areas and extending to animal by-products, veterinary medicines, import controls at border controls posts regarding animals, products of animal origin, animal by-products and plant products, as well as certification to support of exports of animals and products of animal origin to existing and new markets.

He is assisted in these responsibilities by the Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer June Fanning, Director of Operations and Chief Operations Officer, Michael Sheahan and Director of Food Safety and Animal Welfare James Choiseul.
Dr Rachel Brown

MVB Cert CHP

Dr Rachel Brown is based in Moy Veterinary Clinic, Ballina, Co. Mayo, where she is a partner in a mixed animal practice. Rachel has over 25 years’ experience working as a veterinary practitioner. Rachel has served on the Veterinary Council since January 2018. Rachel served as the Deputy President in 2022-2023 and was elected as President of the Council in January 2024.
Rory Breathnach

MVB MSc FRCPATH

Rory qualified from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCD) in 1986. Following an internship in small animal clinical studies in Dublin, he obtained an MSc in drug toxicology from the University of London. After four years in small animal practice, he returned to the Dublin Vet School in 1991 as a lecturer. His PhD was obtained in UCD and involved a study of the immunopathogenesis of idiopathic pododermatitis in the dog. Rory currently teaches various aspects of small animal internal medicine, toxicology and dermatology. In addition, Rory is a member of the Advisory Committee on Veterinary Medicines (Health Products Regulatory Authority) and the Committee for Veterinary Medicinal Products (CVMP, European Medicines Agency). Rory is the Chair of the Scientific Advice Working Party (Veterinary) of the CVMP and has been Clinical Director of the UCD Veterinary Hospital since 2015.