Due to the high level of safety precautions and hygiene standards in place for travel in the EU as well as the mutations of the virus presently circulating, an international world-class event would inevitably be impacted by such travel restrictions and the continuing high coronavirus infection rates, said Obi CEO Sergio Giroldi and Wolfcraft proprietor Reinhard Wolff, the respective presidents of Edra/Ghin and Hima, in a statement. They make explicit reference to the Global DIY Network, launched by the associations in October 2020 to offer the sector a virtual platform for sharing information.
The organisers have given assurances that tickets and sponsorships for the Global DIY Summit 2021 remain valid and will be extended automatically.
The full wording of the statement by Sergio Giroldi and Reinhard Wolff can be found here.