On behalf of my colleagues in the American Society of Safety Engineers - Middle East Chapter (ASSE-MEC), I am delighted to extend an invitation to all safety, health and environmental (SH&E) professionals, and other professionals interested in these important fields, to attend this important event.

The 9th Professional Development Conference & Exhibition (PDC&E) will be held in the Kingdom of Bahrain, during the period February 20-24, 2010, at the Gulf International Convention & Exhibition Center located at the Gulf Hotel, with the theme: “Global Look into Safety, Health and Environment.” Throughout the years, our conferences have become the premier SH&E professional development events in the Middle East. They feature the most extensive education and networking opportunities offered to the profession. Specifically, this conference offers a wealth of information and brings a wide variety of perspectives to our attendees through 60 specialized technical sessions and 18 preconference workshops. All of these educational activities present variety and depth addressing the key issues and challenges facing the SH&E profession and the skills and knowledge to deal with those challenges. Attendees will enjoy the advantage of a wide range of networking opportunities that our 9th PDC&E has to offer. Those looking for a training program or new skills to protect people, property, and the environment can visit the exhibition hall. Our exhibitors will bring their insights and expertise to help provide solutions to the profession.

Our team has designed this event with participants in mind, ensuring this will be an unforgettable one.

My colleagues and I look forward to seeing you at the conference.