Common use of Approval Clause in Contracts

Approval. Advertising by means of loudspeakers, the display of slides or films, or the inclusion of performances or shows require the written approval of Messe Berlin. Written approval must also be obtained for the use of other equipment and installations intended to enhance the impact of advertising either optically or acoustically. Advertising of a political nature is strictly prohibited. In all cases it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to obtain official approval. Exhibitors are responsible for ensuring the compliance with GEMA (performing rights) regulations, as well as with regulations pertaining to trading and industrial law, police regulations, health regulations and other legal requirements. This also applies in particular to the “Law on technical equip- ment“ (Gerätesicherheitsgesetz). Moreover, exhibitors must observe the “Technical Guidelines“ as specified in the Exhibitor Ser- vice Documents, in particular with regard to the regulations contained therein relating to stand construction and design, and the extensive safety regulations also specified in this folder.