Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre the Venue of Choice for Corporate Events in 2018
October 8, 2018
Out of 901 events held in the first eight month of the year, 237 or 26 percent were new events choosing the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (the Centre) for the first time.
From Jan. 1-Aug. 31, corporate meetings and banqueting events (corporate sales segment) recorded the biggest growth of the Centre’s business segments, with a jump of 161 events which was a 22% increase in comparison to the same period last year.
Elaborating on this, the Centre’s General Manager, Alan Pryor, shared, “We are pleased with our performance so far this year, especially in the corporate sales segment. This growth reinforces the significance of our strategic location in the heart of the world-class Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) integrated precinct that provides exceptional connectivity and accessibility for corporate delegates, especially participants with limited time and those who want convenience at their doorstep. Our location gives guests access to a varied and exciting range of recreational, entertainment, food & beverage and accommodation options, all within walking distance.”
With a flexible partnership approach, the Centre takes pride in its customisable solutions and services that are tailormade to suit a client’s specific event requirements in order to meet their demands and deliver a seamless and rewarding customer journey from beginning to end.
“As a purpose-built facility, with a highly experienced team, we have amazing flexibility in our offering. This allows us to tailor make our solutions to match the client’s needs - providing excellent value and surprising affordability within the marketplace. We pride ourselves on our efficient and flexible internal processes which allows our team to work extremely closely with clients to find space on their preferred dates. Basically, we are affordable and available!” continued Pryor.
He added, “Our world-class facility also enables us to cater for both large and small events. Whether it’s an intimate gathering for 10 or a major conference for thousands, we have the capability to do any kind of event. This flexibility along with our focus on investment in technology, culinary distinction, service excellence and international quality standards, delivered by a knowledgeable and experienced team, is something that our current clients enjoy and is why so many of them come back to us again and again. It has also played an important role in helping us attract new business, especially in the corporate sales segment.”
Some of the new events hosted this year included Malaysia Fintech Expo & Business Award 2018, Della Live in Malaysia, Sapura Secured Technologies – Forum, Mercedes S Class Launch and Anugerah Telenovela 2018, to name few.
“The Anugerah Telenovela 2018 was a great success. We are honoured to have had our event at this prestigious venue that is very well located in the golden triangle of Kuala Lumpur. We received excellent service from the team who were very cooperative and helpful in making sure the event went as planned. We are definitely looking forward to doing our next event at the Centre again!” said Hasan Hamzah, Chairman of Yayasan Pembangunan Buku Negara.
Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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