The United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and E-business (UN/CEFACT) organises the 26th session of the UN/CEFACT Forum in the Palais de la Bourse, Marseille (France) from 2 to 6 November 2015. Priorities at the Forum are:

UN/CEFACT supports activities dedicated to improving the ability of business, trade and administrative organizations, from developed, developing and transition economies, to exchange products and relevant services effectively. Its principal focus is on facilitating national and international transactions, through the simplification and harmonization of processes, procedures and information flows, and so contributing to the growth of global commerce.

Forum sessions are held bi-annually in different locations throughout the world. Information on previous Forums is available

Forum weekly schedule (updated 2 November 2015):  Morning    Afternoon

Team Agendas:

The Forum will take place in Palais de la Bourse, 9 La Canebière, 13001 Marseille, France.

The Tourist office will give you general information concerning the city: events, places to visit etc.

From the airport there is a shuttle with final destination Marseille Saint Charles (central railway station) which is in the center of Marseille.

The cost of a one-way ticket is 8.80 €. With the return ticket the cost is 14.10€.

It takes less than half an hour (dedicated lane). The station is near the Palais de la Bourse, and the hotels recommended are all near the Palais de la Bourse. From the station to the Palais de la Bourse the distance is around 600 meters (7 minutes walk). You can also take the Metro from the station Saint Charles bound for Le Vieux Port (two stops). If you prefer a taxi the cost will be around 10 €.

Download the list of hotels.

UN/CEFACT Round Table - "Semaine économique de la Méditerranée"