January 31, 2020 – Statement from Diversified Communications Concerning the Novel Coronavirus
Source:https://www.seafoodexpo.com/north-america/novel-coronavirus-updates/
The health and safety of our attendees and exhibitors is our primary concern. We, Diversified Communications, organizers of Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, in partnership with the appropriate authorities in the city of Boston, are monitoring the situation regarding the Novel Coronavirus, both in the U.S. and internationally.
The current situation has not impacted attendee and exhibitor registration and we look forward to a successful event on March 15-17, 2020 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) in Boston, Massachusetts.
We are following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We are also working with the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA), and appropriate authorities on recommended protocols to protect our customers and attendees while at the Expo.
The Public Safety Department is coordinating with the City, State and Federal 1st responders for “real time” intelligence and response protocol related to the Novel Coronavirus
The BCEC has medically trained public safety staff as well as Boston Emergency Medical Services (Boston EMS) onsite during the event and will implement the most effective protocols in accordance with current recommendations
The BCEC will also increase hand washing signage and hand sanitizer stations throughout the facility and be diligent about the cleaning of public areas
In addition, the City of Boston has increased efforts to prevent the spread of disease citywide including preparedness meetings with Boston EMS, emergency management agencies, the Police Department and the Fire department. The Massachusetts Port Authority in conjunction with the Center for Disease Control have begun to screen for international travelers through the Boston port of entry at Logan Airport for any signs of illness related to the Novel Coronavirus.
We encourage our exhibitors and visitors to take preventive measures and review the links included below from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel (U.S. CDC’s Travelers’ Health page)
https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus
Diversified Communications has been responding to public safety situations for many years and has an effective crisis management protocol in place. We have great confidence in our partnerships with the cities and local authorities where our events take place, and we will continue to update our customers on new developments. We look forward to a safe and successful event in Boston.
Please continue to check this page for updates.