Joint sessions, at the of the Congress, will deal with common topics, such as general papers, keynote addresses, the global situation at the present time, future prospects and innovation in the 21st century.

Plants visits in the wider Düsseldorf area will be planned and arranged on Friday, 1 July 2011. All necessary details will be provided at a later date.

On Wednesday evening, 29 June 2011, an informal, relaxed networking opportunity for delegates is planned. All necessary details will be provided at a later date.

English is the official language of the Congress. The full text from all papers, including tables and figures, will be published and distributed to all delegates during the Congress.