FORCE MAJEURE

The organisers of ASNACC 2027 shall not be liable for any delay, modification, postponement, or cancellation of the Event arising from circumstances beyond their reasonable control ("Force Majeure").

Force Majeure includes, without limitation: war, terrorism, civil unrest or military action; natural disasters (including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and severe weather events); governmental or regulatory actions or restrictions; infectious disease outbreaks (including COVID-19, SARS, and MERS); visa refusals or delays; explosions; transport disruptions; airline insolvency; and any other event beyond the organisers' reasonable control.

For the avoidance of doubt, insufficient in-person attendance rendering the Event commercially or operationally unviable shall also constitute Force Majeure.

If the Event cannot be held in person due to Force Majeure, the organisers reserve the right to convert the Event to a fully virtual format or otherwise modify the format, programme, or delivery of the Event as deemed necessary. The organisers shall use reasonable endeavours to deliver the Event in a manner that is safe, practicable, and consistent with its objectives.

In such circumstances, all confirmed registrations shall remain valid for the revised format of the Event.

REFUNDS AND FINANCIAL LIABILITY

In the event of cancellation, postponement, or conversion to a virtual format due to Force Majeure, the organisers shall not be liable for any losses, damages, costs, or expenses incurred by delegates, including but not limited to travel or accommodation expenses.

Where applicable, the organisers may, at their sole discretion, provide a partial refund of registration fees, subject to deductions for costs and expenses already incurred in connection with the Event. No guarantee of a full refund is provided.

Any approved refunds shall be processed within two months following the conclusion of the Event.