The conference had initially been due to be held over 8-10 June before this was, in March, postponed to 21-23 September.

However, chair Steven Freudmann told TTG on Wednesday (27 May) the institute had since taken the "difficult decision" to move the conference back to 2021 and restore the event to its traditional mid-June slot.

The three-day event, to be held over 7-9 June, will continue to be staged at the five-star Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel as originally planned. Accommodation rates for delegates will remain the same as for June 2020.

"We are confident the conference will provide a welcome opportunity for ITT members to reunite and network in stunning surroundings, alongside attending engaging conference sessions and social events," said Freudmann.

A conference registration brochure will be circulated in autumn.

As a goodwill gesture to all registered 2020 conference delegates, discounts will be available to attend ITT’s UK events in the lead-up to the 2021 conference once they resume.