User Group Meeting 2027

April 8-9

AP University – Schools of Arts

Desguinlei 25
2018 Antwerp
Belgium

What is the User Group Meeting?

The ASIMUT User Group Meeting (UGM) is an annual, two day event taking place in the springtime with participation of delegates from the ASIMUT user institutions and members of the ASIMUT team. The main purpose is to discuss and prioritize future developments, promote knowledge sharing and networking among users and provide training in new functionalities. But it is not all ASIMUT – we are delighted to host a forum where staff from the world’s best run schools of music, drama and art meet, socialize and share professional knowledge and experience.

The first UGM took place in 2014 at the Royal College of Music in London. Since then we have met each year in April at a new school in a new city. Since the first UGM, participation has grown from around 30 to more than 90 delegates, traveling from Europe, Asia and North America to participate. ASIMUT is used broadly at the institutions, and the participants reflect this: The UGM is attended by schedulers, event managers, building coordinators as well as directors, heads of department and student council representatives.

The UGM is brought to you by ASIMUT software and participation is free of charge, including the meals mentioned in the agenda. The 2027 event will be hosted by the AP University – Schools of Arts in Antwerp.

Participants must arrange their own travel and accommodation.

Sign up

To participate in the User Group Meeting 2027, please sign up below.

The sign-up deadline is December 6, 2026.

Benefits of participation

If you would like a comprehensive overview of the benefits of attending the User Group Meeting, for instance to obtain financial approval from your management, you can find them here.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding the User Group Meeting 2027, please feel free to reach out to us on the email address below.

Plan your trip

Accommodation

Here you can find a selection of hotels near the AP University – Schools of Arts:

The ASIMUT team is staying at: Crowne Plaza Antwerp
Gerard le Grellelaan 10, 2020 Antwerp, Belgium

Pullman Antwerp – 500 meters, 7 min walk to AP Schools of Arts
Desguinlei 94, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium

Transportation information

Antwerp is conveniently accessible from several international airports. The closest major airport is Brussels Airport, just a 30-minute direct train ride from Antwerp. Rotterdam The Hague Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport are also excellent alternatives, with regular train services providing fast and convenient connections to Antwerp. Please explore the options below.

Brussels Airport (BRU) is an international airport located in Zaventem, Belgium, approximately 45 km (28 mi) south of Antwerp city centre. Check out the Brussels Airport guide to public transportation here.

Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) is an international airport located in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, approximately 100 km (62 mi) north of Antwerp city centre.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is an international airport located in Haarlemmermeer, the Netherlands, approximately 160 km (99 mi) north of Antwerp city centre.

WhatsApp groups

Once again, we will have optional UGM WhatsApp groups, as requested by many of you previously.

Please note that messenger services are not always secure means of communication and bear that in mind when choosing to use this additional service. If you wish to be part of the group(s), please add your phone number in the sign-up form and let us know what group(s) you would like to join.

Please note: If you join a group, all other members can see your phone number. WhatsApp is owned by META/Facebook and subject to their data privacy policy.

Groups:

  • UGM 2027 Info: strictly for information and questions regarding program points and changes and session relevant information/exchanges.
  • UGM 2027 Socializing: in this group participants can share pictures and all kinds of socializing information.

The app is available in your regular app store and is free of charge. You can find more information at whatsapp.com.

Tourist guide

You will find all kinds of information about Antwerp in English here.

Power plugs

Depending on where in the world you’re coming from, you may want to check whether the local plugs are compatible. Click here for info.

Currency

The currency used in Belgium is the Euro (€ EUR). In most places, you will be able to use your regular credit card (Visa and MasterCard are most popular).
You can easily withdraw euros from any ATM.

Benefits of participation

If you would like a comprehensive overview of the benefits of attending the User Group Meeting, for instance to obtain financial approval from your management, you can find them here.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding the User Group Meeting 2027, please feel free to reach out to us on the email address below.