Ceramic & Bath Industry Show (CBIS)
HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM
Terms & Conditions
Who is a Hosted Buyer?
If you are a decision maker in your organization , responsible for shaping procurement strategies and guiding choices within your organization or control the organization budget or have a significant influence over purchasing within your organization, you may qualify for the “CBIS 2025 Hosted Buyer Program”.
What is the CBIS 2025 Hosted Buyer Program?
The CBIS 2025 - Hosted Buyer Program is an invite only initiative of the Organizers with a view to provide a mutually beneficial program, which ensures a productive experience for Buyers attending the Exhibition and meaningful engagements for Exhibitors.
Under this program the Organizer will, subject to a Buyer qualifying and fulling the Buyer’s Commitment as set out below:
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Sponsor the Buyer’s accommodation in Mumbai
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Provide coach transfers and
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Reimburse the Buyer’s Air Ticket fare, as per the terms and limits set out below.
CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM - DETAILS
QUALIFYING CRITERIA:
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Organization Chairman/ Directors/ Proprietors.
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Chief Financial Officers of Organizations.
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Procurements Head of Organizations
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Influential members of Organization
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Buyer to commit attendance of the entire Exhibition on all Exhibition Dates
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Buyer to book and attend a minimum of Seven (07) meetings per day.
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Buyer to provide accurate and verifiable information during the application process.
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Buyer to adhere to all CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM terms and conditions.
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Buyer to fill and submit necessary application and details to the Organizer, who shall review and approve the application.
BUYER COMMITMENT:
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Full Participation: A Hosted Buyer must attend the entire 3 days of the Exhibition.
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Meeting Requirements: A Hosted Buyer must commit to and attend a minimum of Seven (07) pre-scheduled appointments per day.
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Punctuality: Buyer Must arrive by 10:00 AM on Day 1 of the CBIS 2025 Exhibition.
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Photo and Logo Submission: Hosted Buyers are required to submit their professional photograph and company logo for event-related materials; and agree to repost the creative on their respective social media profile/accounts.
ORGANIZER COMMITMENT:
Any Buyer who fulfils the Buyer Commitment and is listed in the CBIS 2025 Hosted Buyer Program, will be entitled to:
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Free Stay of 03 Nights 04 Days with confirmed reservations at a Hotel ( 4 or 5 star) as per the Organizers selection
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Transfers to & Fro, by coach from the Hotel of stay to the Exhibition Venue – once a day
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Badge Access: Hosted Buyer badge granting access to:
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Pre-scheduled B2B meeting sessions and exhibition floors.
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Networking lunches and coffee sessions.
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Hosted Buyer Lounge for private meetings and relaxation.
Reimbursement on the last day of the Exhibition of Air Ticket Fare as per the below limits:
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Europe, Australia, Japan, Korea, Africa, Russia, USA & UK: Up to USD 700 or actual Air Ticket Fare, whichever is lesser.
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GCC, Asia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Yemen, Syria and Egypt: Up to USD 350 or actual Air Ticket Fare, whichever is lesser.
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North & South America: Up to USD 900 or actual Air Ticket Fare, whichever is lesser.
For the sake of clarity, if the actual Air Fare is in excess of the limits set above, then the Organizer shall be liable to reimburse only, up to the limits set out above and any excess fare over and above the limits set out above, shall be to the account of the Buyer only.
WHY SHOULD A BUYER PARTICIPATE IN CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM?
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Exclusive Access to Quality & Variety: Discover a wide range of premium ceramic and bath products from leading manufacturers, offering you unmatched variety and the latest innovations that meet your specific needs.
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Competitive Pricing & Better Deals: Take advantage of exclusive pricing and special offers from top suppliers, ensuring that you secure the best deals for your business. Whether you're sourcing for quality or value, CBIS 2025 provides the best options in the market.
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Explore the Indian Market: Tap into India's growing ceramic and bath industry, renowned for its cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and diverse product offerings. This is your opportunity to build strong relationships with top Indian suppliers and explore new avenues for growth.
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Maximized Value for Your Investment: Get more for your time and budget by connecting with multiple suppliers and evaluating a broad selection of products under one roof. The CBIS 2025 event makes it easy to find exactly what you’re looking for—without Global Sourcing Opportunities: Meet suppliers from across the globe in one place, ensuring you have access to the best quality products at competitive prices to suit your market demands.
EXCLUSIONS UNDER THE CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM:
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Visa and Travel Documents - Visa fees and associated application costs: Hosted Buyers are responsible for ensuring possession of valid passports, visas, or travel permits. The Organizer will only provide the invitation letter. The Organizer is not responsible in the event of rejection of the Visa by the Authorities.
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Personal Expenses: Personal expenses incurred by the Buyer towards upgrades or incidental expenses at the hotel or duration of the stay.
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Meals: Meals outside official program schedules.
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Transportation: Private transfers & Taxi fares.
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Travel Insurance: Buyer to procure and maintain adequate travel insurance
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Additional Stay: Accommodation or travel beyond CBIS 2025 official dates
CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM BUYER CANCELLATION & NO - SHOW POLICY
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Buyer must submit cancellation requests in writing at least 01 (one) month prior to scheduled Exhibition start date.
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Penalties for Late Cancellation or No-Show:
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Potential exclusion from future CBIS Hosted Buyer Programs.
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Financial Liability: Responsibility for reimbursing travel and accommodation costs incurred by CBIS.
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No-Show Charges: Buyers who fail to attend without notice may be invoiced for full program expenses.
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Buyers who fail to attend and/or cancel 30 Day before the event will be billed for the accommodation/hotel booking charges.
CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM - TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
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Participation of a Buyer in the CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM is subject to the sole discretion of the Organizer.
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Sharing, transferring, or misusing Hosted Buyer Program badges is strictly prohibited. Hosted Buyer badges must be worn at all times during the Exhibition.
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Buyer are not permitted to schedule external meetings or attend other events during official CBIS Exhibition hours during the Exhibition dates, without prior written approval. Violations may result in penalties, as per discretion of the Organizer
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If a Hosted Buyer does not attend the Exhibition or fails to fulfil his/her obligations as a Hosted Buyer, then the Buyer must reimburse the Organizers for accommodation expenses.
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In case of participation of several Hosted Buyers from the same company, the Organizer only reimburses the Air travel Fare of one representative
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Participation in the Exhibition as a Hosted Buyer is non-transferable. Should you be forced to cancel your participation in the Exhibition, another person from the same company may take your place. The organizers will make the final decision regarding the person designated as a replacement, in their sole discretion.
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A Hosted Buyer grant his/her irrevocable consent to: The Use of their Name, photograph, likeness and company logos for the Exhibition and/or CBIS HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM marketing and promotion across all online and offline media including but not limited to social media platforms, websites, print, promotional emails etc. in perpetuity without payment of any royalty or compensation.
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On-site photography and videography during the Exhibition with the right to use the images, footage, video bytes used for the Exhibition and/or CBIS HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM marketing and promotion across all online and offline media including but not limited to social media platforms, websites, print, promotional emails etc in perpetuity without payment of any royalty or compensation.
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Hosted Buyer Exhibition badges are personal, non-transferable, and must be used strictly for official CERAMIC & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2025 activities. The Organizers reserves the right to amend or cancel the terms of the CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM
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The Organizers may postpone, reduce or extend the duration of the Exhibition as a result of special circumstances or force majeure. Such circumstances will not entitle the Hosted Buyer to cancel its participation or to demand compensation for loss or harm.
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Every hosted Buyer shall be liable to take all necessary precautions of personal belongings at the Hotel and Exhibition and the Organizers shall not be liable for any theft, damage, personal injuries, or losses sustained during the Exhibition.
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Hosted Buyer to obtain adequate travel insurance coverage, including baggage, medical coverage, and cancellation protection.
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A Hosted Buyers must comply with all local laws and regulations during their participation in the CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM.
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Any disputes or claims related to the Hosted Buyer Program will be governed by laws of India, with the courts in Mumbai, India having exclusive jurisdiction.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
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Click on the invite received from the Organizer, inviting the Buyer to participate in the CBIS 2025 HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM.
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Application is reviewed by the Organizer
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Buyer will be intimated about acceptance or rejection of the application
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Upon receiving confirmation, the Buyer receives a Hosted Buyer Badge.
Contact Us
For further details, clarifications, or assistance with your application, the Exhibition, or the CBIS Hosted Buyer Program Please connect via email - marketing@emeraldwwc.com