General regulation

Conditions of participation in SIAT 2026

The general regulation specifies the conditions of participation, exhibitor obligations, stand allocation rules, included services and safety regulations.

Download the regulation (PDF)

Key points

The exhibition runs from 28 to 31 October 2026 inclusive.
Minimum stand surface: 9 sqm.
Mandatory registration fee: 300 TND excl. VAT. Stand rates: 290 to 380 TND/sqm excl. VAT.
Registration deadline: 30 September 2026.
Payment: 50% on booking, balance before 30 September 2026.
Stand guarding and security are provided by the organisation.

Schedule & timeline

The timeline below summarises the key stages of the exhibition, from stand set-up to dismantling. Exhibitors are kindly asked to strictly comply with these time slots.

Stand set-up & installation
From 19 October 2026 — 9:00 to 18:00
Access to the exhibition area for fitting and installing stands, daily from 9:00 to 18:00 until 27 October.
Exhibitor welcome & badge collection
27 October 2026
Final stand preparation, exhibitor welcome and collection of access badges. Stands must be ready the day before opening.
Official inauguration
28 October 2026 — 10:00
Official opening ceremony of SIAT 2026 in the presence of officials and partners.
Open to the public
From 28 to 31 October 2026 — 9:00 to 18:00
The exhibition is open to trade visitors and the general public every day from 9:00 to 18:00.
Stand dismantling
31 October 2026 (from 18:00) to 1 November 2026
Dismantling may only begin after the official close of the exhibition. Exhibitors must return their space to its original condition.

Fitted stands: mandatory design approval

Exhibitors with a fitted stand (custom construction) must send their stand design to the address below, so that the design and its compliance with the exhibition regulation can be approved before set-up.

Deadline for submitting stand designs for approval: 5 October 2026.

validation@3ec.tn

General regulation

The following articles summarise the main participation rules. They complement — without replacing — the general conditions and the exhibitor pack available for download above.

Article 1 — Admission & stand allocation

Participation is reserved for companies, institutions and organisations whose activity falls within the exhibition's sectors.
Registration is only final upon receipt of the signed participation form and payment of the deposit.
Stand locations are allocated by the organisation according to the reserved surface, the activity and the order of registration.
The organisation reserves the right to change a stand's location for technical or organisational reasons.

Article 2 — Stand fitting & installation

Each exhibitor fits their stand strictly within the allocated surface, without encroaching on aisles or neighbouring stands.
Structures, partitions and decorative elements must comply with the exhibition's technical plan and be made of non-flammable or fireproofed materials.
Electrical connection and lighting must meet applicable safety standards; all installation must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Exhibitors with a fitted stand must submit their stand design to validation@3ec.tn to approve the design and its compliance with the exhibition regulation.
Aisles, emergency exits and safety equipment must remain clear at all times.

Article 3 — Set-up & dismantling

Set-up takes place during the slots set by the schedule; no set-up is allowed during public opening hours.
Stands must be fully completed the day before the official opening.
Dismantling may not begin before the official close of the exhibition, under penalty.
At the end of the exhibition, the exhibitor returns their space clean and in its original condition; any damage is at their expense.

Article 4 — Exhibitor obligations

The exhibitor undertakes to occupy and run their stand throughout the exhibition and during the entire opening hours.
Assigning, subletting or sharing all or part of the stand is prohibited without the organisation's written authorisation.
Demonstrations, activities and sound broadcasts must not disturb neighbouring exhibitors or visitors.
The exhibitor complies with the organisation's instructions and the general regulations of the exhibition park.

Article 5 — Security, insurance & guarding

A general guarding service is provided by the organisation across the exhibition area outside opening hours.
The organisation cannot be held liable for theft, loss or damage affecting exhibitors' goods; each exhibitor remains the custodian of their equipment.
Each exhibitor takes out insurance covering their civil liability as well as their goods and equipment.
Safety and fire-prevention instructions must be respected at all times.

Article 6 — Cancellation & sanctions

Any cancellation must be notified in writing to the organisation; deposits paid remain acquired according to the general conditions.
If the stand is not occupied at opening, the organisation may freely dispose of it, without refund.
Failure to comply with this regulation may result in the exhibitor's exclusion, without compensation or refund.
The organisation has sole authority to settle any dispute or case not provided for in this regulation.

For any question about the regulation: siat@3ec.tn