TNC23 WELCOMES THE DIGITAL GENERATIONS

This year the international R&E community comes together in the colorful capital of Albania to celebrate another year of achievements, create new connections, and devise new plans for collaborations. GÉANT and RASH, the National Research and Education Network of Albania, welcome you to Tirana!

We’re delighted to be back in Southern Europe to spend the last few days of spring in the embrace of a warmer climate and make the most of the renowned Albanian hospitality. Most importantly, Tirana, awarded the European Youth Capital for 2022, with a vibrant community of students and young workers, welcomes the digital generations. The TNC23 team has been working around the clock to deliver another memorable TNC conference. Ann Harding, Chair of the TNC23 Programme Committee says, “I would like to welcome everyone to the vibrant city of Tirana and hope that we will be inspired, challenged, and connected as we mix digital generations from all over the globe in the sessions, and of course at the social events.”

The Palace of Congresses was the TNC23’s main venue, the Palace of Congresses, is an impressive building that serves as a hub for political, cultural, and social events in the Albanian capital. Built during the late communist era. It currently has a capacity of 2,100 seats. 
Rogner Hotel Only a three-minute walk away from the Palace of Congresses, host selected meetings and presentations in the ‘one track’ room.

The TNC23 Kick Off party will take place in the pedestrian street ‘Murat Toptani’ and the ‘The Cloud’ installation: it will be an open-air party!  ‘Murat Toptani’ is the popular stone-paved and tree-lined street in the very heart of Tirana, passing many cafes, also recognized as the capital’s historical gallery and museum. ‘The Cloud’ is a monumental art installation accessible from Murat Toptani.  Murat Toptani will be closed off exclusively for the TNC23 party goers. 

CONFERENCE DINNER - Ferma 100 is a farm restaurant located in the village of Vishnja in a small oasis in the middle of the Erzen River valley, just a few kilometers from Tirana city center. Al fresco dining, tasting fresh local produce and traditional Albanian cuisine, with a stunning view of the valley will make it a summer night to remember.