Index 20 postponed following coronavirus outbreak

Index 20 has been postponed as the Swiss Federal Council has prohibited all events bringing together more than 1,000 people following the coronavirus outbreak.

The event will instead take place in Geneva in October.

A statement read:

“In the current circumstances, the situation is qualified as a force majeure event.As a result, taking into account the negative evolution of the situation, Index 20 is postponed to 20th - 23rd October 2020.

“The situation has recently significantly deteriorated with the appearance of the first confirmed cases of coronavirus in Switzerland. The organisers had no other choice than to review their assessment of the situation and to act in strict compliance with the ordinance of the Swiss Federal Council.

“Please consult the Index website and the EDANA website for any updates.”

Pierre Wiertz, EDANA general manager, said: “We sincerely regret this situation, as large numbers of people around the world have invested in ensuring that the event takes place. However, the well-being and health of all Index exhibitors, visitors, and exhibition staff, as well as their business needs and expectations, remain our highest priority. We trust that all participants will understand this forced decision.”