Sponsorship & Exhibits Options
ICNMD is an excellent opportunity to interact with a diverse group of clinicians, scientists, students, and industry professionals involved with muscle disorders (muscular dystrophies, myopathies), neuropathies, neuromuscular junction/transmission disorders (myasthenia gravis), and motor neuron diseases (spinal muscular atrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), to list only a few. Over 1,000 clinicians and scientists from around the world are expected to attend.
Increase your visibility and organization’s exposure to national and international markets by becoming a sponsor and/or exhibitor or by holding an industry-supported symposium at this outstanding and important Congress.
Please see below for background information, past event information, exhibit pricing, and other sponsorship options..
Statistics on Past Editions
Event Attendance
Demographics & Statistics
Regional statistics from past ICNMD editions:
Category statistics from past ICNMD editions:
Past Sponsors & Exhibitors
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Exhibit Opportunities & Exhibit Hours
The exhibition is a vital part of the ICNMD Congress. Every effort will be made to ensure that all exhibitors receive prime exposure and direct marketing opportunities with key players and decision makers in the field. Efforts include but are not limited to:
- Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall
- Morning and afternoon networking breaks in the Exhibit Hall on all Congress days
- Showcase Theatre presentations during the afternoon networking breaks in the Exhibit Hall
- Charging lounge and poster presentations in the Exhibit Hall
Exhibit Options
| Regular Space | Non-Profit Space | |
| Early Rate | EUR 6,500 | EUR 1,000 |
| Regular Rate* | EUR 8,000 | EUR 1,000 |
| Description | Rate per 9 m2 | For 4 m2 |
Early Rate: until 30 January 2026
*Regular Rate: after 30 January 2026
Included with each Regular Space booth purchase:
- Shell-scheme exhibit space (or exhibitor can choose custom build)
- Counter + 2 chairs (incl. carpet & electricity)
- Panel with organization name
- Two (2) complimentary exhibitor badges, Exhibit Hall access only
- Additional exhibitor badges (EUR 350 per badge), Exhibit Hall access only
- One (1) Congress badge at discounted exhibitor rate (EUR 775), access to Exhibit Hall and all Congress sessions
- Listing with company logo, 50-word description and web link on Congress website, onsite program and mobile app
- Access to live Participants List 60 days before the Congress (name, position, company, country, no contact information; only participants who consented)
Level sponsors have first choice in selecting booth location, followed by exhibitors on a “first-booked, first-served” basis, as long as payment is received. No exhibitor may sub-let or share with another exhibitor.
Non-Profit Spaces
Exhibitors who are defined as not-for-profit organizations are eligible to receive a reduced rate for a maximum of one (1) tabletop display (4 m2 space with table and 2 chairs + 2 complimentary exhibitor badges, Exhibit Hall access only). Assignment of space will be confined to a specific area on the floorplan. Non-profit exhibitors do not have the option to choose space in other locations on the exhibit floor at this reduced rate. Additional booths will be charged at the regular booth rate.
Exhibit Hours
- Tuesday 7 July: 18:00 – 19:30 (Welcome Reception)
- Wednesday 8 July: 10:30 – 16:45
- Thursday 9 July: 10:30 – 16:45
- Friday 10 July: 10:30 – 16:45
(Times subject to change)
Industry-Supported Symposia
The Congress offers opportunities for your company to host non-exclusive Morning or Luncheon symposia.
| Luncheon Symposia - EUR 65,000 | ||||||
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Date |
Status |
Topic / Sponsor |
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Wednesday 8 July |
SOLD OUT |
MG (UCB) |
MMN (argenX) |
DMD (Dyne Tx) |
SMA (Novartis) |
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Thursday 9 July |
SOLD OUT |
DMD (Italfarmaco) |
MG (Alexion) |
CIDP (Sanofi) |
SMA (Roche) |
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Friday 10 July |
SOLD OUT |
MG/CIDP (argenX) |
TK2d (innotio) |
Pompe (Amicus Tx) |
SMA (Novartis) |
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Saturday 11 July |
SOLD OUT |
MG (JnJ) |
MG (Merck) |
FSHD/DM (Sarepta) |
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Times subject to change
| Morning Symposia - EUR 30,000 | ||||
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Date |
Status |
Topic / Sponsor |
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Thursday 9 July |
SOLD OUT |
MG (Novartis) |
DMD (Santhera) |
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Friday 10 July |
SOLD OUT |
MG (Vor Bio) |
DMD (Entrada) |
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Times subject to change
As the sponsor of an Industry Symposium, you will:
- Have the use of a meeting room at the Fortezza da Basso for the duration of the symposium. You are permitted to hold the meeting at another property; however the same fee applies, and meeting space & AV package will not be available through the Congress Secretariat, but will be at your own expense.
- Receive a basic AV package with projector and screen, microphone at the podium, audience microphones, and a head table with microphones.
- Be listed on the Congress website, in the onsite program and mobile app, with symposium description and hyperlink to company’s own event page (if desired).
- Receive two (2) complimentary badges for your team or speakers to access your symposium.
- Include a complimentary delegate bag insert promoting your symposium (supplied by Sponsor; insert to be approved by Congress Secretariat).
- Get access to the live Participants List 60 days before the Congress (name, position, company, country, no contact information; only participants who consented).
- Be listed in a summary e-blast highlighting all symposia, sent through the Congress Secretariat to all registered delegates prior to the Congress.
Important Information:
- Prices above do not include food and beverage; food and beverage can be ordered from the official catering provider via the Congress Secretariat
- Only basic AV is included. Additional AV equipment can be ordered from the official AV supplier via the Congress Secretariat
The Sponsor must provide the symposium program as well as presentation slides to the Congress Secretariat, for approval by the Organizing Committee, closer to the Congress dates. Details will be communicated in the next few months.
The information discussed must be presented in an objective, balanced and scientifically rigorous manner. The content and format of the symposium or its related materials must promote improvements or quality in healthcare and not a specific proprietary business interest or a commercial interest. Titles must be indicative of the program topics.
Showcase Theatre Presentations
EUR 15,000
The Congress is pleased to introduce a new opportunity to present your research or updates to delegates. Presentations will be offered in the Showcase Theatre during afternoon networking breaks.
Benefits:
- 15-minute speaking opportunity / demonstration held in the Showcase Theatre, a dedicated area of the Exhibit Hall.
- Basic AV package with projector, screen, and microphone at the podium.
- Presentation description listed on the Congress website, in the onsite program and mobile app.
- Summary e-blast highlighting all Showcase Theatre presentations, sent through the Congress Secretariat to all registered delegates prior to the Congress.
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Status |
Topic / Sponsor |
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Wednesday 8 July |
SOLD OUT |
DMD (Satellos) |
LGMD (BridgeBio)
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Thursday 9 July |
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MD (Lupin) |
Available |
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Friday 10 July |
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Available |
Available |
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Onsite, Print & Digital Advertising
Onsite Advertising
Pillar Wraps
Near your booth or near the Showcase Theatre or near Food & Beverage stations – NOT near another company’s booth.
Each
EUR 5,000
Totem Signage
Along Cavaniglia (Plenary / Registration building) or along Spadolini (Exhibit Hall / Concurrent Sessions building).
Each – 5 max
EUR 8,500
Window Covering (Spadolini)
Interior staircase, ground level (Exhibit Hall) or upper level (Concurrent Sessions).
Each – 2 max (ground level) & 4 max (upper level)
1 SOLD (upper level)
EUR 10,000
Onsite Banner (Spadolini)
Entrance to Exhibit Hall / Concurrent Sessions building.
EUR 20,000 - SOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Onsite Banner (Cavaniglia)
Entrance to Plenary / Registration building, across from venue entrance.
EUR 30,000
EXCLUSIVE
Congress Program Advertising
Full-Page Ad in digital Program Book
Each
EUR 5,000
Full-Page Ad in printed Pocket Program *and* digital Program Book
Each – 4 max
EUR 10,000 -
SOLD OUT
Inside Back Cover in printed Pocket Program & digital Program Book
EUR 15,000
SOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Outside Back Cover in printed Pocket Program & digital Program Book
EUR 18,000 -
SOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Booth Pin & Full-Page Ad in printed Exhibit/Congress Map
EUR 18,000
ON HOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Sponsor will be responsible for providing the advertisement in high-resolution, print-ready format as per specifications to be communicated by the Congress Secretariat.
Digital Advertising
Social Media Post
Per post
Each post to be posted on all 3 platforms (X, Facebook, LinkedIn).
EUR 4,000
Banner Ad on Congress Website
Per month
EUR 6,000
Banner Ad in Initial Registration Email
Each delegate will receive an initial confirmation email at time of registration. Your custom banner will be displayed in the body of the email.
EUR 9,000 -
SOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Banner Ad in Final Confirmation Email
All confirmed delegates will receive a final confirmation email a few days before the Congress. Your custom banner will be displayed in the body of the email.
EUR 12,000 -
SOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Dedicated E-Blast
Your full HTML content will be sent to all confirmed delegates on your behalf by the Congress Secretariat before the Congress.
EUR 20,000
EXCLUSIVE to Diamond Level & Up
Sponsor will be responsible for providing the advertisement as per specifications to be communicated by the Congress Secretariat.
Marketing & Networking Items
Choose from a variety of marketing items to increase your exposure and visibility.
Meeting Room/Office Space, per day
Limited meeting/office space is available at the Fortezza da Basso for you to host reviews, hospitality suites, staff offices, press rooms, etc.
The meeting/office space comes with basic AV package, including projector and screen.
EUR 6,000
"Ask Me" Shirts
Staff and volunteers are necessary to ensure the Congress runs smoothly. All staff and volunteers wear shirts for clear identification.
As the exclusive sponsor of the “Ask Me” Shirts, you will have your logo on the shirts along with the Congress logo.
EUR 10,000
EXCLUSIVE
Delegate Help Desk
The Delegate Help Desk will be located within the registration area at the Fortezza da Basso. Multilingual staff will be available to assist delegates with any questions they may have regarding the Congress, the Scientific Program, or Florence.
As the exclusive sponsor of the Delegate Help Desk, you will have the desk branded with your logo or custom design.
EUR 15,000
EXCLUSIVE
Water Stations
Water stations will be provided throughout the venue to provide delegates a quick refresh as they move about all day.
As the exclusive sponsor of the Water Stations, you will have your logo / custom design displayed near the stations.
EUR 18,000
ON HOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Poster Session
Abstracts accepted for poster presentations will be displayed on poster boards in the Exhibit Hall. Presenters will be present twice daily during both refreshment breaks to answer questions and discuss their research with delegates.
As the sponsor of the Poster Session, you will:
- Have the opportunity to position one or more custom free-standing banner(s) around the poster boards (banner(s) supplied by Sponsor; maximum size 3’ x 5’)
- Have your logo displayed on all poster signs on the poster boards and on all relevant signage associated with the Poster Session
EUR 18,000 -
SOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Charging Lounge
The Charging Lounge will allow attendees to power up their mobile phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices for free. This lounge will be in high demand and can be placed in the Exhibit Hall near your booth.
As the exclusive sponsor of the Charging Lounge, you will:
- Have the Charging Lounge branded with your logo or custom design
- Have the opportunity to position a custom free-standing banner in the Charging Lounge (banner supplied by Sponsor; maximum size 3’ x 5’)
- Have the opportunity to place promotional materials in the Charging Lounge
EUR 25,000
EXCLUSIVE
Welcome Reception
The Welcome Reception is the official opening of the Congress, providing delegates and exhibitors with the opportunity to mix and mingle, and increase professional connections.
As the exclusive sponsor of the Welcome Reception, you will:
- Have your logo branded on directional signage to the Welcome Reception
- Have table top cards with your logo on all food and beverage stations during the Welcome Reception
- Receive five (5) invitations to the Welcome Reception for non-delegates
If you are a pharmaceutical company, please check with your internal compliance team as your rules may not allow this item.
EUR 25,000
EXCLUSIVE
Wireless Internet
Wireless internet will be available throughout the Fortezza da Basso at no charge allowing delegates to use the Congress onsite mobile app to view the scientific program, access abstracts, or connect with other delegates and colleagues. This item is only available to official Level sponsors of the Congress.
As the exclusive sponsor of the Wireless Internet, you will:
- Have your logo displayed on all relevant signage associated with the wireless internet
- Have your custom graphic displayed on the access page of the wireless network
EUR 30,000 -
SOLD
EXCLUSIVE
Digital Info Board
A digital board will enable delegates to post messages for each other. It will also serve as a social media wall, keeping track of posts & interactions through Facebook, Twitter and the official mobile app through a social media leaderboard. This item is only available to official Level sponsors of the Congress.
As the exclusive sponsor of the Digital Info Board, you will:
- Have the Board branded with your logo or custom design
- Have the opportunity to publish three (3) promoted messages on the Board per day
EUR 35,000
EXCLUSIVE
Hotel Key Cards
The Headquarter Hotel near the venue will offer the opportunity to custom brand their hotel key cards. This is a unique opportunity to put your branding in the hands of most delegates. Please note: production costs are not included in the sponsorship price, please consult with the Congress Secretariat.
EUR 40,000
EXCLUSIVE to Diamond Level & Up
Onsite Mobile App
The Onsite Mobile App will be provided to delegates free of charge and will be available for most iOS and Android mobile devices.
The mobile app will include the full scientific program, the exhibit floorplan including exhibitor biographies, and general Congress, venue and local information. Timely updates about any onsite program changes or important announcements will be sent through the app via notification alerts.
As the exclusive sponsor of the Onsite Mobile App, you will:
- Have your custom banner displayed near the top of the home page
- Have your logo and 50-word write-up showcased in an exclusive Sponsor Tile on the home page
- Have the opportunity to have one (1) push notification per day
- Have a banner ad displayed near the top of non-program-related mobile app pages (can be same banner as home page or different)
EUR 45,000
EXCLUSIVE to Diamond Level & Up
Sponsorship Levels & Benefits
To reach a sponsorship level, you can:
- pick “a-la-carte” items from the options in the sections on the side (exhibit items as well as sponsorship/marketing items), or
- make a general contribution to the Congress, or
- choose a combination of these two options: if the total of your “a-la-carte” items doesn’t reach the minimum amount for the sponsorship level of your choice, simply add a general contribution amount.
Upon reaching one of the amounts mentioned below, you will unlock the benefits associated with the respective sponsorship level, in addition to the specific benefits associated with each “a-la-carte” items you will have chosen.
| DIAMOND ELITE EUR190k+ | DIAMOND EUR140k+ | GOLD EUR100k+ | SILVER EUR60k+ | BRONZE EUR30k+ | |
| Complimentary Congress registrations | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Acknowledgement on website, program, signage, mobile app | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Acknowledgement on Session Holding Slides | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Access to live Participants List 60 days before the Congress * | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
* Name, position, company, country, no contact information; only participants who consented.
Example:
You chose 2 regular booths (to get an 18-m2 space), a luncheon seminar, and the outside back cover ad. Your total reaches EUR 96,000. You wish to be a Gold Sponsor. You can choose additional items and/or add a general contribution to the Congress of EUR 4,000 to bring your total to EUR 100,000 and unlock the following benefits:
- 4 complimentary Congress registrations
- Acknowledgement as Gold Sponsor on website, program, signage, mobile app
- Acknowledgement as Gold Sponsor on session holding slides
- Access to live Participants List 60 days before the Congress
Our experienced Partnerships Manager will work closely with you to customize the best package to achieve your specific organization’s goals.
Ancillary Meetings
Any meeting organized in conjunction with ICNMD by industry with participants who are registered Congress attendees (regardless of professional role or designation) will be deemed an Ancillary Meeting, whether held onsite or offsite.
Examples include roundtable discussions, steering committee meetings, advisory board meetings, investigator meetings, meet-the-specialist meetings.
Meetings that do not fall under this category are internal/staff meetings where only company staff are participating (whether attending the Congress or not).
Ancillary Meetings are not allowed to take place during blackout times, so as not to conflict with the official scientific program.
Blackout Times:
| Tuesday 7 July | 17:15 - 19:30 |
| Wednesday 8 July | 08:30 - 18:15 |
| Thursday 9 July | 07:00 - 18:15 |
| Friday 10 July | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday 11 July | 08:30 - 16:15 |
All times are subject to change.
Meetings with fewer than 10 attendees and held onsite in a space reserved through ICNMD may take place at any time during the Congress. They are not subject to the above Blackout Times. They are still subject to approval and fee.
All Ancillary Meetings, whether held onsite or offsite, must be submitted to, and approved by, the Congress Secretariat.
Please provide Day, Time, Location, Audience Numbers, Audience Type, and Topic.
See Contact Us paragraph below for contact information.
A Meeting Fee (space rental fee) is required for meetings held onsite. Duration includes setup, slide prep, meeting time, and teardown.
| EUR 6,000 | 1 day (8 hrs) |
| EUR 3,000 | ½ day (4 hrs) |
| EUR 1,000 | 1 hr |
This fee includes a basic AV package, including projector and screen. Requests or modifications outside this basic package may incur additional fees. See Contact Us paragraph below for contact information.
Supporters found hosting an onsite or offsite Ancillary Meeting without prior approval by the Congress Secretariat will be subject to a penalty of EUR 15,000 and/or removal of benefits.
Requirements with the Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA)
As required by current regulations of the Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA), all companies holding marketing authorizations (MAs) in Italy or with registered offices, branches, or representative offices in Italy who intend to contribute financially or through sponsorship to educational events involving drugs for human use are required to submit a pre-request for authorization to AIFA at least 70 days prior to the event.
Please note that the AIFA authorization is *NOT* necessary when:
- A company promotes only medical devices or food supplements during a meeting (products without Marketing Authorization) but subjected to MEDTECH authorization (if the company is associated);
- When a company sponsors a meeting about arguments not related to the use of any of its pharmaceutical products; in this case the company is not allowed to expose or distribute any kind of advertising material during the meeting (Section 9 art. 124 D.L. n.219/06).
Fargo International di Giulia Cambria
Via Pietro Maroncelli, 32
50137 Firenze
Italy
P.Iva 07325650484
Email: info@fargointernational.it
Ref. Giulia Cambria
Contact Us
Please contact our dedicated Partnerships Manager for more information on our sponsorship and exhibits options, and to start discussing how you would like to support and be involved in ICNMD.
Mrs. Cali (Carine) Vindeirinho, B.Eng., M.Sc.
Senior Manager, Partnerships
ICNMD-Sponsorship(at)icsevents.com
Direct: [+1] 604 639 3919 (Pacific Standard/Daylight Time)
Office: [+1] 604 681 2153 x 138
Hotel Accommodation: Book Official!
The Congress Secretariat (International Conference Services, Ltd.) is the official housing bureau and will coordinate housing for the ICNMD Congress. Discounted room rates have been negotiated for delegates and groups. All sponsors and exhibitors are asked to support the Congress by booking accommodations via the official housing bureau. Full rates are available on the website’s Accommodation page.