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finishing tracks ) plus an additional two credits for attending the show . Individuals who attend SME education programmes may be eligible to receive one credit per hour attended towards their SME-managed re-certification requirements ,” commented the FABTECH organisers .
FABTECH also offers a series of quarterly short webinars , featuring a diverse and dynamic line-up of expert speakers who will discuss relevant topics to help manufacturers navigate through 2022 and beyond . Each webinar will be 30-45 minutes , followed by time for Q & A with presenters .
Getting there
Transportation is convenient in and around Atlanta . Fly into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and reach hotels and the Georgia World Congress Centre ( GWCC ) by car , taxi , train or a variety of ground
transportation services .
A free shuttle bus service is provided between official FABTECH hotels and the Georgia World Congress Centre ( US $ 30 value ). Note : Attendees must book hotel rooms through onPeak , the official housing provider for FABTECH 2022 , to receive the complimentary shuttle service .
FABTECH is partnering with Delta Airlines to offer potential discounts on return air fares to FABTECH . Book your flight using meeting code : NMVC3 . n
The Georgia World Congress Centre , Atlanta , USA .
Public Transportation
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority ( MARTA ) is Atlanta ’ s public transportation system comprised of a bus and rail system that connects all parts of Atlanta . A single fare covers one-way bus or train trips , including transfers . The GWCC is MARTAaccessible at two stations .
For many events on the GWCCA campus , parking is at a premium and MARTA is the fastest and easiest way to arrive . The GWCCA is MARTAaccessible at three stations .
Events in Centennial Olympic Park can use the Dome / GWCC / Philips Arena / CNN Center Station ( W-1 ) or the Peachtree Center Station ( N-1 ) which is approximately a six-block walk . Events in the Georgia Dome can use either the Dome / GWCC / Philips Arena / CNN Center Station ( W-1 ) or the Vine City Station ( W-2 )
Events in GWCC Buildings A and B can use the Dome / GWCC / Philips Arena / CNN Center Station ( W-1 ). Events in GWCC Building C can use the Dome / GWCC / Philips Arena / CNN Center Station ( W-1 ) or the Vine City Station ( W-2 ).
If you are coming from Hartsfield- Jackson Atlanta International Airport , MARTA has a rail station located at the north end of the airport , near baggage claim . This service offers the quickest and least expensive way to get to and from the airport to downtown Atlanta .
For more information on MARTA , visit :
www . itsmarta . com
Taxi Services
Atlanta has more than 1,500 taxis available to take attendees to and from their hotel throughout Atlanta . With pre-set rates for trips to and from the airport and within Downtown and Midtown , taxis provide an economical mode of transportation .
Atlanta Streetcar
Attendees staying in the downtown area can board the Streetcar at one of the 12 stops along the route to get to restaurants , hotels and other local attractions , including Centennial Olympic Park .
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