24/07/2022
LARGEST convention centre in Penang scheduled to be completed in first quarter of 2025 😍
Known as the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC), it will act as a catalyst for more events to take place in Penang after its scheduled completion in Q1 of 2025.
Measuring about 76,000sq ft, it is a project under The Light City, which is located next to the Penang Bridge and is developed by IJM Perennial Development Sdn Bhd (IJMPD).
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, who was present to inspect the work’s progress of The Light City project, expects the PWCC to be a key venue attraction for major events.
“We welcome the construction of PWCC to accommodate more huge events to take place in Penang as more business visitors will visit the state.
“Of course, we have the Setia SPICE Convention Centre in Bayan Lepas to cater to various events, but a bigger convention facility is needed as an alternative.
“The conclusion of the prestigious SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA) 2022 in Setia SPICE Arena and Convention Centre last month has proven that a larger facility will be a boost for us.
“This is to ensure that more events can take place in Penang, rather than they are held in our neighbouring countries.
The ongoing construction works of The Light City project, which is located next to the Penang Bridge, is developed by IJM Perennial Development Sdn Bhd (IJMPD).
The shopping-centre component of the mixed development will feature a variety of retail tenants.
The RM4.5bil mammoth mixed development project has two phases. The first phase includes The Waterfront Shoppes, PWCC, hotel & office tower and Mezzo residences, while the second phase comprises The Waterfront Shoppes, Commercial Tower (future development) and Essence residences.
Both phases are expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.
Credit: Buletin Mutiara