Delegates from around the world gathered for Euromover’s international annual conference in Amsterdam.

Over 100 delegates from around the world gathered for the 2011 Euromovers International Conference in Amsterdam on 7 May. The Luxembourg-based organisation has members across the globe and the conference attracted member companies and guests from as far away as Korea, the United States and Japan, as well as those closer to home in mainland Europe and the United Kingdom.

The theme of this year’s conference was ‘International Communication’ and members were given some important advice from keynote speaker Monica Jonsson from CoachDynamics on how to improve our understanding of the way we relate to each other, both in our written correspondence and during face-to-face meetings.  Later Antonis Karagiannis from Kae International in Athens explained how the internet has changed the way customers and suppliers exchange information and the importance of using the web effectively to promote individual member’s businesses and the Euromovers network. Bright Yoon, from Hyundai Relocation, suggested to the group that it might be necessary for moving companies to develop DSP (Destination Service Provider) relationships in Asia if they are to be successful in this market long-term.

After the formal part of the conference delegates enjoyed a boat trip through the narrow canals of the old city and experienced the vibrant life-loving atmosphere of Amsterdam. The evening was blessed with good weather and made a fitting end to an enjoyable and informative conference.

Many delegates commented that although modern communications have made keeping in touch much easier, face-to-face meetings in international business are as important as ever. The annual conference gives members the opportunity to reinforce relationships with old friends and forge new ones with members of Euromover’s growing family of international moving companies. 

For more information about Euromovers visit: www.euromovers.com.

Monica Jonsson of CoachDynamics addresses the Euromovers conference.