New Builds
Calgary Stampedes to a CAD $ 500m expansion
which showcase heavy and tall equipment for construction , manufacturing , automobile and defence .
IICC will offer India ’ s largest auditorium , with a capacity of 6,000 people , along with the grand ballroom ( 3,000 capacity ).
In addition , there will be 15 conference rooms providing more efficient spaces for business meetings with cutting-edge conference equipment and security systems .
IICC will also be positioned as a major business , transit , and entertainment hub , since it will have excellent connectivity from and to all parts of India . The Centre is just 10km from Delhi Airport and Aerocity and there is a Metro station inside the exhibition hall .
The official commercial operation date of the IICC will be announced on the website , so stay posted . ( www . iiccnewdelhi . com )
The BMO Centre at Stampede Park in Calgary , Canada , is undergoing a CAD $ 500m expansion to become Western Canada ’ s largest convention facility .
When opened in mid-2024 , it will provide a high-quality offering for meeting organisers and attendees . There will be top-tier meeting space and improved efficiency behind the scenes .
Features include :
• Over 1 million square feet of total space
• 102,500 square feet in new exhibit hall
• 68,000 square feet in new meeting rooms
• A 50,000 square foot new ballroom
• Outdoor plaza and pavilion
• Four public art sites
• Market café
• HQ hotel connection
Many industry trends and user expectations influenced the BMO Centre expansion design , including :
Covid-19 – The pandemic allowed the team the opportunity to understand how the building design and operational model needs to reflect the health and safety requirements in a post-Covid world . It was an opportune time to be innovative in the response .
Technology – With attendees toting multiple Wi-Fi-connected devices , on top of the usual AV equipment and connectivity requirements for presentations , accommodating high bandwidth demands became a primary consideration .
Safety and security – The new venue will balance the need to provide positive user experiences with the requirement to integrate tighter safety and security measures .
Energy efficiency and sustainable design – The design uses sustainable materials , natural lighting , and layouts that accommodate modern space , sustainability and technology requirements .
‘ The Calgary experience ’ – Attendees are increasingly looking for a unique experience when deciding to attend a convention destination . The new Centre is sure to deliver the Calgary experience – warm , Western hospitality in an innovative , welcoming space .
Learn more – contact Jennifer Beatty , business development director at Tourism Calgary - jbeatty @ meetingscalgary . com
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