2025 FAQs

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What is the registration deadline date?

We ask you to please complete your registration as soon as possible. Please note there will be no tickets available on-site. Once the event is sold out, there will be no additional tickets.

What hotel will I be staying at?  

You can book your own accommodation at one of our partner hotels in Bern.
Partner hotels and room rates can be found here: Hotels Deals — SIRM Forum

Who should I contact if I have any questions?

Please direct any questions to Sebastian Weidmann weidmann@newbury.ch or via our contact form here: sirmforum.ch/contact

Where is the SIRM Forum being held?

The SIRM Forum is being held at the address below on 19 and 20 November 2025. 
Kursaal Bern, Kornhausstrasse 3, 3013 Bern.

What are my ticket options?

  • Standard Tickets are valid on 19 Nov only, and cost CHF 795 per person

  • SIRM Partner Tickets are valid on 19 Nov only, and cost CHF 695 per person

  • SIRM Member Tickets are valid on both 19 and 20 Nov, and cost CHF 195 (price includes a maximum of two tickets for attendants of the same member company)

What is included in my ticket?

  • Standard Ticket (19 Nov 2025): Food and drinks are included throughout except for drinks at the evening party starting after the dinner

  • SIRM Partners 2025 Tickets (19 Nov 2025): Food and drinks are included throughout except for drinks at the evening party starting after the dinner

  • SIRM Members Ticket (19 + 20 Nov 2025): Food and drinks are included throughout except for drinks at the evening party starting after the dinner

When planning my travel arrangements, when should I schedule to arrive and depart Bern?

The SIRM Forum begins on Wednesday 19 Nov at 11:45 and concludes with a party in the evening. Day 2, 20 November, which is an internal day of workshops for SIRM Members only starts at 08.00 and closes after lunch at 14:00. 

Is it possible to extend my stay either before or after the event?  

Please contact directly the Bern Convention Bureau directly by mail meetings@bern.com or by phone +41 31 328 12 60. Hotel SIRM promo is only valid only for 19 to 20 November 2025.

What are the ground transport arrangements? 

You are responsible for all transportation to and from Kursaal Bern:

  • The bus/tram stop for the event location is Bern Kursaal

  • Walking distance from Bern main railway station: 15 minutes

  • Tram T9 (direction Bern Wankdorf, Bahnhof): 10 minutes

  • Please note that the last bus (B10) from Bern Kursaal leaves at 00:48 in the direction of Bern railway station.

If you would like to order a taxi, please contact the event staff or the Kursaal reception.

What is the dress code for the SIRM Forum?  

The dress code is business casual for all business sessions on 19 and 20 November. On the evening of 19 November, starting with the evening reception/dinner you may like to dress in the theme of the Four Elements (earth/water/air/fire). Photos will be taken in black and white.

How do I know if I am a SIRM Member?

Please refer to the list of our members here: sirmforum.ch/about