Kenga Limited can transform any conference into a world-class event. We realize how essential it is to provide your attendees with the best interpretation possible. With that in mind, we only work with the finest and most knowledgeable conference interpreters locally and internationally. You can be assured that seasoned professionals will deliver a spectacular interpretation. We can provide the wireless equipment and receivers needed for up to 1000 participants.

 

First, let's define the differences between the two types of interpretation: simultaneous and consecutive.

 

Simultaneous interpreting is the process of interpreting one language into another at the same time as the presenter is speaking. This type of interpretation is best suited for professional conferences, presentations and theatrical events. The audience is provided with a small headset or earpiece that receives the interpretation via radio or infrared waves. If more than one language is being interpreted, the audience may shift between languages. Please keep in mind that a minimum of two interpreters per language is needed for this sort of interpretation. Each interpreter works in shifts of approximately twenty minutes. This method allows the presenter to speak at a normal pace.

 

Consecutive interpreting is a method which allows the presenter to speak for a short period of time, usually less than a minute. Then the interpretation is rendered into the target language. This type of interpretation is best for one-on-one situations, small group meetings, short presentations and telephone interpreting. The time required to render the interpretation is generally as long as, or longer than, the original message. Remember to factor in this additional time when determining the time required for such a presentation.

 

Information to provide

Please book these services as long as possible before the event and provide us with the following information:

 

Dates

The dates when the service is required.

 

Times

The exact times when the service is required, including start and finish times for meetings, workshops, coffee breaks, meal breaks, etc.

 

Languages

Indicate English and French, or the other languages required.

 

Location

Indicate where the conference is being held. Include the exact address and floor number, and the names or numbers of all meeting rooms involved. If the conference is being held in a remote area, please include the interpreters when booking hotel rooms and inform Conference Interpretation immediately.

 

Conference title

Provide all possible details, and explain any acronyms or abbreviations used in the title.

 

On-site contact

Provide the name of a person on site the interpreters can contact during the conference.

 

Documentation contact

Provide the name and telephone number of a person who can be contacted in advance to obtain all relevant documentation, so that the interpreters can prepare for the conference.

 

Participants' rank

Indicate who is participating, and their rank: for example, ministers, deputy ministers, assistant deputy ministers, directors general, provincial representatives, and private sector representatives. This enables us to determine the priority level of your event (see the section on setting priorities below).

 

Requester data

Provide the requester's name, address, telephone number and fax number.