ASIAWORLD-EXPO in Hong Kong has launched two new venues to beef up its ability to court more international events, especially those that require multiple flexible facilities.
Runway 11, a refurbished venue, offers 4,400m2 of column-free space that comes equipped with state-of-the-art programmable lighting system, suitable for events with 500 to 3,800 guests.
The Runway Suites is a collection of up to 10 rooms, each capable of seating between 80 and 200 people in a theatre set-up. All rooms are fully carpeted, sound-proofed and equipped with audio-visual technologies.
Allen Ha, CEO of AsiaWorld-Expo Management, said in a press statement: “Hong Kong’s MICE industry is a major engine of economic growth, and this has been reflected in the business performance of AsiaWorld-Expo. In the financial year of 2011-2012, the number of large-scale events hosted at the venue and the total metreage sold increased by over 20 per cent.”
When asked how the two new venues will boost business at AsiaWorld-Expo, the centre’s spokesperson would only say “the venue will sustain strong business growth in the coming year”.
