A spotlight on the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre ( the Centre ) is an award-winning purpose-built venue and a perfect business events partner for any occasion
The Centre ’ s client-centric philosophy and flexible partnership approach provides innovative value-add solutions that are customised and delivered by its highly experienced and professional team to create unique experiences . Name it and the Centre can do it .
Overlooking the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers and 50-acre KLCC Park , the Centre is strategically located in the heart of the distinctive Kuala Lumpur City Centre ( KLCC ) precinct . This 100-acre ‘ city within a city ’ development was designed as a one-stop hub to work , play , shop , visit , and live . The precinct infrastructure also provides excellent accessibility and connectivity , with most attractions within a comfortable 5- to 10-minute walk via covered air-conditioned walkways from the Centre .
Four on-site and surrounding hotels with over 25,000 hotel rooms offer a huge variety of great value accommodation choices ( budget and boutique to 5-star properties ) near exciting entertainment options , trendy restaurants , popular retailers , and relaxing public spaces . These locations make the KLCC precinct a dream destination for visitors , business event participants , and meeting planners .
Additionally , the international connectivity and accessibility of Malaysia , its experienced supply chain , attractive value proposition and widespread use of English are among the primary factors attracting exhibitions to the country .
The Centre ’ s general manager , Alan Pryor , says : “ We continuously invest to enhance our customer journey and ensure it successfully meets the latest market trends and client requirements . Our flexible partnership approach means we can create deals for organisers and are always looking to collaborate and find the best solutions for shows we host .”
“ As a result of this approach , we average over 60 exhibitions a year , with many recurrent events from sectors including oil and gas , transportation , consumer , educational , and information and communication technology ( ICT ), among others .”
The venue places a major emphasis on its social responsibility and sustainability , its commitment to ensuring operating procedures , and ensuring that processes are up-to-date and in line with world-class quality standards and service excellence .
Pryor adds , “ We are committed to supporting the long-term sustainability of the business events industry in Malaysia , the environment , and society and communities at large . To this end , we
are passionately pursuing a firm set of goals with activities focused on prioritising sustainable operations in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ). We are also engaging with stakeholders to create a sustainable venue and precinct , as well as expanding initiatives to meet our zero-carbon pledge .”
“ Most recently , we launched our SDGs Legacy Programme and signed the first public-private sector SDGs Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU ) which will contribute towards the SDGs of the nation and the Kuala Lumpur City Hall ’ s ( DBKL ) efforts to create a sustainable city ,” Pryor concludes .
Since opening , the Centre ’ s strong track record of hosting high-profile events and market leadership has been acknowledged by industry peers and the community – with the receipt of over 200 international and national awards and accolades . Over the years , the venue has been recognised for excellence in venue management , world-class facilities , innovative products and services , creative culinary offerings , human resources initiatives , and more .
For the Centre ’ s latest news and highlights , visit the www . klccconventioncentre . com or follow on their social media .
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