Enhances visitor services and celebrates 25th birthday
(Hong Kong, 30 July 2013) Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Ltd (“HML”) has recently introduced the enhanced version of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (“HKCEC”) mobile app and launched the “Unforgettable‧Collective Memories at HKCEC” campaign using an app on HKCEC official Facebook fan page to celebrate HKCEC’s 25thanniversary. The upgraded app, with a “Way Finding” function and a listing of “Today’s Events” newly added, is available on iPhone App Store and Google Play for free.
This latest version of the HKCEC mobile app enables users to find their way while inside the HKCEC by using the “Way Finding” function. Visitors can make use of signs bearing QR codes at prominent locations such as exhibition hall entrances, restaurants, lift lobbies to identify their current locations within the HKCEC. After entering the starting point and destination, the app will show the suggested routing on an elevated floor plan. This function is particularly handy and useful when multiple events are taking place at the HKCEC.
Another enhanced feature is “Today’s Events” included as part of the popular “Event Calendar”. This function is activated when visitors are within the HKCEC and using a GPS-enabled smartphone or tablet. Visitors can also find their way instantly by clicking the event venue shown on the list of “Today’s Events”.
The new features are in addition to “Where to Eat”, “Floor Plan”, “Transportation”, and “Announcements” etc which provide useful information and latest updates about the HKCEC.
Ms Monica Lee-Müller, Managing Director of HML, commented, “The upgraded version of the mobile app demonstrates HML’s commitment to continuously enhancing our customer services, and caters to the increasing popularity of smartphones in Hong Kong and worldwide. At HML, we hope to celebrate the milestones of the HKCEC with the public and friends from around the world. Facebook is an effective channel.”
Another new social media initiative that HML has recently taken is an application on the HKCEC official Facebook fan page, inviting the public to celebrate the 25th anniversary of HKCEC. The “Unforgettable‧Collective Memories at HKCEC” app, launched on 15 July 2013 to collect memorable photos and stories behind, has received enthusiastic response. To date, over 37 photos have been uploaded and the number of ‘Likes’ to the HKCEC fan page has soared to more than double.
The HKCEC, opened in 1988, is a globally renowned facility for world-class exhibitions and conventions as well as a landmark in Hong Kong. Many historical and significant events have been held at the iconic building and were attended by millions of local people and visitors from all over the world. HML hopes to rekindle fond memories and renew public’s awareness of its contribution to the Hong Kong economy over last 25 years.
Until 1 September, fans are invited to submit their photos and unforgettable stories. They have a chance to win café coupons and dinner buffet for 25 persons.
About the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
This award-winning 306,000 sqm building, first opened in 1988, offers 91,500 sqm of rentable space. An iconic Hong Kong landmark, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (‘HKCEC’) is located on a prime waterfront site in the central business district of Hong Kong. It is owned by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.
About Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Limited
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Limited (‘HML’) is a professional private management and operating company responsible for providing day to day management for the HKCEC, where it oversees administration, marketing, booking, scheduling, event co-ordination, maintenance and security. It also manages food and beverage operations at the HKCEC, including restaurants and catering services. HML provides world-class services for users, visitors and guests of the HKCEC, a venue which has been consistently awarded the title of ‘Best Convention and Exhibition Centre in Asia’ by leading industry professionals. Over 1,200 events are held at the HKCEC every year, including exhibitions, conferences, corporate meetings, entertainment events, seminars and banquets. These events contribute significant economic benefits to the city, and help raise the international image of Hong Kong.
HML is a member of NWS Holdings Limited. NWS Holdings Limited (“NWS Holdings”, Hong Kong stock code: 659), the infrastructure and service flagship of New World Development Company Limited (Hong Kong stock code: 17), operates businesses in Hong Kong, Mainland China and Macau. Its Infrastructure portfolio includes Roads, Energy, Water and Ports & Logistics projects. Its Services portfolio comprises Facilities Management (the management of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and Free Duty), Construction & Transport (construction, bus and ferry services) and Strategic Investments.
Issued by Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Ltd.
For further information, please contact:
Ms Mabel Hung, Communications Manager
Tel: +852 2582 7837 Mobile: +852 6295 6570
E-mail: mabelhung@hkcec.com Website: www.hkcec.com