Partners of the International Polar Foundation

A donor can choose to become a "partner" by helping the IPF as a whole or by sponsoring a specific project. Some of our partners chose to help us in the form of services or equipment.

AGC Glass

Based in Brussels, AGC Glass Europe produces and processes flat glass for the construction industry (external glazing and indoor decorative glass), the automotive industry, the solar industry, and specialist industries*. It is the European branch of AGC Glass, the world's largest producer of flat glass. AGC Glass kindly offered the IPF their support for the Ice Cube project at the Shanghai World Expo 2010.
AIR

Air is an independent advertising agency launched in 1993 and based in Brussels and Paris. What makes Air special is that it is one of the only independent agencies in Europe running international accounts such as Lancôme, Glaxo SmithKline, Guerlain, Frisk, etc. as well as local Belgian and French accounts such as Mobistar, Delvaux, Mercedes, Materne and Amnesty International, etc. always with the same philosophy: a unified expertise and frame of reference for all projects - the brand, its signs and its values. Air has internationally recognised strengths in identifying emerging consumer and social trends as well as creating new ones.

Air is committed to operating in an environmentally sustainable way. It is providing substantial support to the IPF - demonstrating its commitment to addressing climate change.
AuxiPress - Your Information Agent

AuxiPress s.a., since 1919 specialized in monitoring and analysing the printed and audiovisual press, is leader on the Belgian market.

AuxiPress will browse all media (Written press, Internet websites, Television and radio broadcasts, ...) for information matching the keywords and topics given by its clients. These tailor-made press reviews are transmitted regularly to the clients.

AuxiPress can also produce quantitative and qualitative analysis measuring the media impact of a company, product or communication campaign. Those analyses can then be used as tools to improve or direct communication strategies.
Belgacom

Belgacom is a telecommunications company in Belgium and an important player in a number of areas, including retail and wholesale fixed-line telephony services, mobile communications services, broadband data and Internet services. At year end on 31 December 2004, the Group posted a total revenue of EUR 5,540 million and an operating income before depreciation and amortization (excluding non-recurring items) of EUR 2,394 million.

Belgacom is committed to operating in an environmentally sustainable way. It is providing substantial support to the IPF - demonstrating its commitment to addressing climate change.
Belgian Defense

The Defence Department is often considered to be a rather specific institution. And it is true. The diversity of its functions and missions is such that the Department combines practically all the specifics which it is possible to find in modern society. Over past years, the Defence Department has changed enormously. Its structure has been simplified to become unique, thus preventing repetition. It has equipped itself with a strategic plan, followed by a master plan, which provides it with a long term vision. Some major investments have been launched. All of this has been set up to create a tool which, it is true, is smaller, but which is more efficient. It is a Department which is also present in all fields. Our soldiers are currently deployed over four continents in operations devoted to the service of peace, each of which also has a humanitarian dimension designed for the benefit of the local population.

By contributing in real terms to the IPF project and the SPP federal science policy with the new Princess Elisabeth station, the Department also wants to associate itself with innovative projects which offer the promise of hope.
Belgian Federal Public Service (FPS): Public Health, Food Chain Security and Environment

The DG Environment of the FPS is happy to sponsor the information and education work of the International Polar Foundation. As National Contact point of the Committee for Environmental Protection (Antarctic Treaty), the International Affairs department of the DG Environment handles the requests for permit of Belgian expeditions to Antarctica. It takes policy initiatives at the annual meetings of the Antarctic Treaty in order to address the pressures on the Antarctica environment. It is also represented at the Strategic Council of the Belgian Polar Secretariat which will manage the Belgian scientific station. For the marine part of Antarctica, the Southern Ocean, it is an active member of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR).
Château Maris

Château Maris is an organic and biodynamic winery located in the Languedoc region of Southern France. Despite boasting more than a millennium of wine grape growing experience, Languedoc historically has been one of the least understood regions of France. Today, Languedoc is quickly building a reputation as the French frontier of winemaking. Château Maris is at the forefront of this movement, producing wines that are being recognized globally by top wine critics for their depth, intensity, and character.

The Château Maris estate is located on 210 acres in the Minervois La Liviniere Appellation of Languedoc. La Liviniere is the first village in the Languedoc to be allowed to put its name after the appellation name, indicating that this specific area produces wines of distinct quality. Château Maris vines are certified as organic and biodynamic by Ecocert, the international certification body. Vineyard management practices on the estate focus on increasing soil fertility and health by introducing live matter via compost and companion planting. Two plough horses are kept on the property to avoid damage to vineyards caused by heavy tractors.
Chai & Bar – Total Wine Experience

Chai & Bar, a unique concept located in the splendid Royal Depot at Tour & Taxis, is probably the best place in Brussels to buy wine and champagne at reasonable prices. With an exceptional selection of 450 wines, Chai & Bar offers the opportunity to taste and buy wine from Bordeaux, Burgundy, the Rhone, the Loire, Languedoc-Roussillon, Italy, Spain, Argentina, Chile, South Africa, and many more.

The expertise at Chai & Bar, however, goes well beyond the wide selection. Following the advice of the sommeliers, you will be able to choose your wines and enjoy wine at the Tasting Bar. All year around, Chai & Bar offers competitive prices, advantageous promotions, and attentive personal service.

The exclusive distributor of Château Maris Wine for Belgium, Chai & Bar also chose to support the International Polar Foundation in its mission to inform, educate and demonstrate on Polar Science and act as a bridge between science and society.
CMS DeBacker

CMS is an alliance of 9 of Europe's leading law firms, with a presence in 47 business centres across the world and consisting of more than 2,000 lawyers and tax advisors, and a total staff of around 3,800.

Within the alliance each firm retains autonomy in respect of organizational and fee structures and as such we can continue to offer the same quality and standards whilst preserving our normal fee levels. As part of the wider CMS alliance our partners can offer the benefit of their local knowledge and experience, underpinned by the international capabilities that membership of CMS affords us.

Clients therefore benefit from the services of a firm which understands the local environment and which can offer a strong international capability. The same quality, standards and dedication will apply regardless of whether their matter is being handled in Belgium, London or Rome. For more information, visit the cmslegal website.

CMS DeBacker, the Belgian member of CMS, developped over the years an expertise in energy markets and regulations and all the related environmental aspects, with a specific focus on climate change issues. Fore more information, visit the energy-law website. CMS DeBacker is also issuing GreenLaw, a newstter deicated to Law and Environment.
David Suzuki Foundation

Since 1990, the David Suzuki Foundation has worked to find ways for society to live in balance with the natural world that sustains us. Focusing on four program areas - oceans and sustainable fishing, forests and wild lands, climate change and clean energy, and the web of life - the Foundation uses science and education to promote solutions that help conserve nature.