It is usual to give a vote of thanks at the end of an event, since one does not know in advance how things will go, the norm being to start with a "welcome". However in this case, we want to say thanks to all those who have helped us during the last two years.

The list of assistants is too long to publish here but we do want to name the pillars on whom the foundation of these Championships have been built. We wish to thank Gianni Baldi and his VuGraph team together with the FIGB for the equipment.

Messieurs Svoboda and Margiol, who's careful preparation and organisation has ensured that everything in the Vienna City Hall functions perfectly.

Alexander Prosek and Christian Bernscherer and the PARSEC-team for the computer equipment and it's installation.

Last but not least, Gunther Purkarthofer, who created and printed the programs and various forms, working furiously until the last minute. These are just some examples of the friendly helping hands that have made these European Championships possible for you, and given us the opportunity to welcome you to Vienna. We worked hard and gained friends in the process. We wish you all a most pleasant stay in Vienna.

Richard Wehler-Hardt and Gavriel Unger