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The 66th International Conference of Scandinavian Simulation Society, SIMS 2025
Stavanger, Norway, September 23-24, 2025
The University of Stavanger (UiS) in collaboration with the Norwegian Society of Electric and Automatic Control (NFEA), Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet), and the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN).
Author instructions
Information for both discussion and full paper submission
- The language of the conference and all contributions is English
- Papers should be submitted online using Papercept, please visit https://ifac.papercept.net/conferences/scripts/start.pl
- IFAC templates for both LaTeX and Word are available at https://www.ifac-control.org/events/author-guide
- The IFAC author guide is available at: https://www.ifac-control.org/events/author-guide/Author%20Guide2014.pdf/view
- PDF Compliance requirements specified by IFAC will be followed
- A link to download all accepted papers will be made available to the participants
- Each presenting author is responsible for his/her registration fee(s) as well as travel and accommodation costs
- See specific information for discussion and paper submissions below
Specific information for discussion paper submission
- For submissions with the goal of being presented at the conference, without generating a scientific publication
- Industrial contributions are especially encouraged, but we welcome submissions also from academia and research
- Discussion papers should be 2 pages long and contain sufficient information for their thorough evaluation
- Discussion papers will NOT be included in the conference proceedings and thus NOT be published on IFAC-PapersOnLine
Information for full paper submission
- Initial submission can be up to 8 pages
- All final papers must be minimum 4 and maximum 6 pages long in A4 size and PDF format and limited to 2 MB in size
- Accepted full papers will be published on IFAC-PapersOnLine https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/ifac-papersonline/
IFAC Copyright conditions
All publication material submitted for presentation at an IFAC-sponsored meeting (Congress, Symposium, Conference, Workshop) must be original and hence cannot be already published, nor can it be under review elsewhere. The authors take responsibility for the material that has been submitted. IFAC-sponsored conferences will abide by the highest standard of ethical behavior in the review process as explained on the Elsevier webpage https://www.elsevier.com/authors/policies-and-guidelines, and the authors will abide by the IFAC publication ethics guidelines https://www.ifac-control.org/conferences/organizers-guide/PublicationEthicsGuidelines.pdf/view.
Accepted papers that have been presented at an IFAC meeting will be published in the proceedings of the event using the open-access IFAC-PapersOnLine series hosted on ScienceDirect https://www.sciencedirect.com/. To this end, the author(s) must grant exclusive publishing rights to IFAC under a Creative Commons license when they submit the final version of the paper. The copyright belongs to the authors, who have the right to share the paper in the same terms allowed by the end user license, and retain all patent, trademark and other intellectual property rights (including research data).
IFAC Inclusion and Diversity Statement.
Venue
City of Stavanger
Welcome to Stavanger, a city where history, nature, and innovation meet! Nestled along the stunning Norwegian coastline, Stavanger offers a perfect backdrop for the 66th International Conference of Scandinavian Simulation Society. As one of Norway’s most dynamic cities, it boasts a unique blend of old-world charm and cutting-edge industry. Wander through its charming streets lined with wooden houses, explore the iconic Pulpit Rock towering above the fjords, or dive into the vibrant cultural scene that includes world-class museums and galleries.
Stavanger is not only a hub for energy and technology but also a gateway to unforgettable natural beauty. The city’s proximity to breathtaking fjords, serene beaches, and scenic hiking trails invites exploration after the conference sessions. For the food lovers, Stavanger offers some of the best culinary experiences in Norway, featuring locally sourced seafood and modern Nordic cuisine.
Whether you seek inspiration from the serene landscape, historic sites like the Cathedral from 1125, or the buzzing innovation scene, Stavanger promises an enriching and memorable experience. We can’t wait to welcome you to this picturesque city for a conference where knowledge meets nature!
Clarion Hotel Energy
is located next to DNB Arena, the home of the Stavanger Oilers Hockey Team, close to one of the main roads in Stavanger the hotel is easily accessible by public transportation with busses to downtown every 5 minutes during conference hours. The hotel offers family rooms and various amenities that cater to families, such as a playroom for children, board games/puzzles, kid meals. The hotel has easy access to nearby attractions, making it convenient for family outings. Examples of nearby attractions: Sword in Rock, a commemorative monument of a historic Viking battle featuring three 10-meter-tall bronze swords planted into solid rock (30 min walking distance). AMFI Madla, the largest shopping center in Stavanger, located at walking distance (10 minutes) with over 80 stores, as well as various services like a library, fitness center, and medical facilities. Store Stokkavatnet, a beautiful lake popular for outdoor activities such as hiking, running, and bird watching, featuring an 8 km loop trail, surrounded by lush greenery is also at walking distance from the conference venue (10 minutes).
Location: Clarion Hotel Energy, Ishockeyveien 2, 4021 Stavanger, Norway
Program
- September 22 – Social event (optional)
- September 23-24 – SIMS conference! With keynotes and technical presentations.
Keynote speakers
- Prof. Kjersti Engan, University of Stavanger (UiS),Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- Dr. Morten Kjeldsen, Flow Design Bureau (FBU), Stavanger, Norway
- Dr. Knut Erik Teigen Giljarhus, Associate prfessor, University of Stavanger (UiS) and NablaFlow AS
Accommodation
Clarion Hotel Energy
Ishockeyveien 2, 4021 Stavanger, Norway
For booking,
Ishockeyveien 2, 4021 Stavanger, Norway
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Submissions
Submission of papers
Specific information for discussion paper submission
- The deadline for the discussion paper submission is MAY 31, 2025
- Presenters of accepted discussion papers must register for the Conference attendance with a FULL or 1-DAY registration
- Final submission deadline JULY 31, 2025
Information for full paper submission
- The deadline for the draft paper submission is extended to MAY 12, 2025 (final extension)
- Presenters of accepted papers must register for the Conference attendance with a FULL registration
- Final submission deadline JULY 31, 2025
Registration
Participation fee
- 570 € Full Early Registration before 06.07.2025
- 730 € Full Normal before 24.08.2025
- 790 € Full Late Registration
- 100 € MSc and BSc Students Early before 06.07.2025
- 120 € MSc and BSc Students Normal before 24.08.2025
- 140 € MSc and BSc Students Late
- 200 € Light 1-day registration
- 115 € Accompanying guest/ extra banquet dinner
STUDENTS: Please send us an email before you register. To ensure that you get the right prize we need to pre-register you in our system as a master/bachelor student!!!
IFAC Affiliates: If you are IFAC Affiliate, please write «IFAC Affiliate» in the comment field during registration. We will deduct 10 EURO from the registration fee and email you when it done.
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All prices on the registration site will be in NOK!
- All lunches and coffee breaks are included
- Banquet is only included in Full registration
- Full registration allows the submission of 1 full or discussion paper contribution and unlimited discussion paper contributions
- 1-day registration allows the submission of 1 discussion paper contribution
- For authors presenting more than one full paper, a charge of 220€ per additional full paper will be required.
DINNER
3-course dinner at «The Social», the hotel restaurant. More information will follow!
Contact
Questions about the conference should be emailed to UiS / Damiano Rotondo:
Questions about practical arrangements should be emailed to NFEA / Barbro Berg Bakken:
Questions about practical arrangements should be emailed to NFEA / Barbro Berg Bakken:
SIMS, the Scandinavian Simulation Society, is a member of
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EUROSIM, Federation of European Simulation Societies
http://www.eurosim.info/
