Question 1

What does this insurance cover?

Accepted Answer

This insurance covers the irrecoverable participation costs engaged for your participation in the Paris Air Show 2027 (SIAE) in the event of cancellation or interruption of your participation arising from an event covered under the contract.

Question 2

Which costs can be taken in charge?

Accepted Answer

Eligible costs notably include: stand fees, technical services, fittings, transport, logistics, and more generally the engaged and irrecoverable costs linked to your participation in the show. Claim payment is made against supporting documents.

Question 3

Can a restriction imposed by the French authorities be covered?

Accepted Answer

Yes, under certain conditions. The contract has been structured so as to be able to respond to certain situations in which an exhibitor would find itself prevented from participating in the show following an administrative decision, a governmental restriction, an instruction issued by the French authorities, or a measure affecting the participation of exhibitors of certain nationalities. Each situation is analysed individually in light of the exact circumstances, the administrative decisions concerned, and the applicable contractual terms. General decisions to cancel the show remain subject to the specific mechanisms put in place around the Organiser's framework and the show's insurance arrangements.

Question 4

Is cancellation of the show by the Organiser covered?

Accepted Answer

The consequences of a general cancellation of the show decided by the Organiser or the public authorities do not fall directly within the scope of the present "Exhibitor Cancellation" contract. SIAE has, however, put in place on its side specific insurance mechanisms intended to protect the organisation of the show in the event of a major occurrence affecting its holding. Within that framework, exhibitors who have subscribed to the official "Exhibitor Cancellation" programme benefit from a specific articulation with the insurance and contractual arrangements put in place around the show, in order to facilitate, in certain exceptional situations, the activation of refund or coverage mechanisms that may be triggered by the Organiser or its insurers. Each situation is naturally assessed in light of the circumstances, the available cover, and the terms applicable at the time of the claim.

Question 5

Is the risk of a terrorist attack covered?

Accepted Answer

Yes, under certain conditions. The contract provides for a specific extension covering, in particular, the consequences of attacks or acts of terrorism preventing the exhibitor from participating in the show, provided that they occur no more than 15 days before the show and in proximity to Le Bourget.

Question 6

Are pandemics or Covid covered?

Accepted Answer

No. The consequences of Covid-19, its variants, as well as pandemics or epidemics subject to restrictive measures are excluded.

Question 7

When does the insurance cover take effect?

Accepted Answer

Enrolment initially constitutes a reservation of cover. Cover will take effect on 4 September 2026, subject to final confirmation of capacity by the insurer.

Question 8

What happens if the insurer does not confirm cover?

Accepted Answer

All amounts paid will be refunded in full, with no fees and no penalty.

Question 9

Is there a deductible?

Accepted Answer

No. The contract applies with no deductible. This absence of any deductible is a material advantage of the programme.

Question 10

What amounts can be insured?

Accepted Answer

Nine flat-rate packs are offered: €30,000, €50,000, €80,000, €100,000, €150,000, €200,000, €250,000, €300,000 and €350,000. Above €350,000, a specific assessment is carried out on request.

Question 11

Can a key person be covered?

Accepted Answer

Yes. An optional extension makes it possible to cover the unavailability of a person essential to your participation in the show, to be declared at the time of enrolment.

Question 12

Which events can render a key person unavailable?

Accepted Answer

The contract notably provides for: death, accident, illness, family bereavement, criminal abduction, and certain transport delays.

Question 13

How do I subscribe?

Accepted Answer

Enrolment can be completed online, by email, or with the support of the VAX CONSEILS teams. A registration confirmation is sent once the dossier has been validated.

Question 14

Which documents do I need to provide?

Accepted Answer

In most cases, no document is requested at pre-enrolment. Additional supporting documents may be requested for certain high amounts or in the event of a claim.

Question 15

How do I report a claim?

Accepted Answer

If an event likely to lead to a cancellation occurs, contact VAX CONSEILS immediately, then the appointed loss adjuster if required (Groupe Polyexpert). VAX will then support you with the analysis of the available cover, the preparation of the claim file, and the exchanges with the insurer.

Question 16

Under which insurer is this cover provided?

Accepted Answer

The cover is structured by Cooper Gay on behalf of Fidelidade Companhia de Seguros SA, with distribution and support by VAX CONSEILS.

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