The venue
PIC11 will be held at the Tjibaou Cultural Centre on the Tina Peninsula in Noumea, New Caledonia. Designed by architect Renzo Piano and opened in 1998, the centre celebrates Kanak culture and Pacific identity. Its ten case structures, inspired by Kanak architecture, face Magenta Bay and house world-class exhibition spaces, performance halls, and open-air amphitheatres.
Conference facilities
- Jean-Marie Tjibaou auditorium — 1,200-seat plenary hall
- Bwärä conference wing — 6 breakout rooms (30–120 seats each)
- Open-air pavilion — networking space and poster hall
- Baobab restaurant — catering for all conference meals
Accommodation
Noumea offers a full range of accommodation within 5–25 minutes of the venue.
- Hotel Hilton Noumea La Promenade — conference rate TBC (5-star, 12 min)
- Kuendu Beach Residence — self-catering apartments (4-star, 8 min)
- Hotel Le Méridien — conference rate TBC (4-star, 15 min)
- Various guesthouses — from 50 USD/night, advance booking strongly advised
A dedicated accommodation booking link will be available through the conference registration system. Delegates are advised to book accommodation as soon as registration is confirmed.
Getting there
Noumea is served by La Tontouta International Airport (NOU), approximately 50 km north of the city. Air connections are available via Sydney, Auckland, Brisbane, Tahiti, and Vanuatu. Conference shuttle services will operate from the airport on 5–6 September and to the airport on 11–12 September.
Visa requirements
New Caledonia is a French collectivity. Citizens of many Pacific Island Countries require a Schengen visa waiver or visa to enter. PIRT will provide a visa support letter to registered delegates on request. Please submit your visa letter request via the registration system.