Without a doubt, Putra World Trade Centre is a prestigious landmark and business address in Kuala Lumpur. Built in 1981, the building was officially opened on September 2nd, 1985 by Malaysia’s 4th Prime Minister, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohammad. It has been a staging area for important political assemblies, illustrious events, exhibitions and international live concerts ever since. As the preferred venue for these events, its strategic location and world-class service is renowned around the globe.
As a pioneer for hosting exhibitions and glamorous events, PTWC is renowned both locally and internationally. Situated at a prime location in the city centre, PWTC has evolved into one of KL’s most recognisable landmarks. Being the only World Trade Centre in Malaysia, it bears inherent affiliations to other eminent World Trade Centres globally. Its success as a centre for hosting great events has also won the venue enormous accolades and awards.
Within walking distance of a popular mall, restaurants and entertainment centre, PWTC is situated at the Putra Golden Triangle and only 50 minutes from Kuala Lumpur’s International Airport. It is accessible through public transport by the PWTC Light Rail Transport station on the Ampang Line or the Putra Komuter station on the Rawang-Seremban Line and Sentul-Port Klang Line.
With two international hotels within the premises, plus a selection of accommodation choices encompassing 3 to 5-star hotels in the vicinity, the PWTC area is one of Kuala Lumpur’s busiest and most vibrant areas. It extends from Jalan Raja Laut on the east over to Jalan Ipoh on the north and Jalan Sultan Ismail to the south, to the east is the popular eclectic neighbourhood of Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman; often touted as a shopper’s paradise.
Malaysia’s premier venue choice
In spite of the emergence of new venues for conventions and exhibitions, the PWTC area is still considered by many to be the most preferred choice with a proven track record. Every area has its own unique character and PWTC is no different. An interesting place in its own right, keen travellers wishing to enjoy Kuala Lumpur without quite as much westernisation will discover the PWTC vicinity much to their liking.
Good news for major exhibitors: PWTC provides 2,000 multi-level car parking bays which are accessible via two entrances. One will also find numerous parking facilities in the area surrounding the building. At the centre of every floor lies a large-capacity loading and unloading bay, which makes big equipment necessities easy to implement. The building’s cargo elevators are extra-large to support bulky and heavy exhibits. Should your event require it, there’s also an abundant and connectable water supply available. Of course, one of the most attractive incentives of hosting events with the PWTC is its ability to accommodate and facilitate the most demanding exhibition plans. Facilities that will promote productivity, coordination and the effectiveness of the event are always readily available.
Global scope
PWTC is a member of the World Trade Centre Association; a prestigious network of over 280 world trade centres globally. The World Trade Centre Club, located on level two of PWTC, allows members to promote business relationships through exchange of services and information. Hence, it provides local business contacts and trade information to foreign business professionals keen on pursuing commercial activities in Malaysia. The club has a wide range of support services such as a trade library and professional secretarial services. The ambience and excellent facilities make an ideal setting for negotiations, meetings, and boardrooms, while offices are readily available for rent. In the premises you can also find services for banking, a bookstore, florist, post office, batik centre, money changer and art gallery. With the Riverside Restaurant, Riverside Cafe and Tanjung Lounge all in the building, one is never far from a hearty meal.
Cutting-edge technology
PWTC is well-equipped with comprehensive facilities, modern technology and equipment that will boost your events and presentations to the highest level. With no fuss, any exhibition hall can be immediately transformed into a showcase venue for a dazzling sight and sound display. Be it a big concert or a simple musical event, PWTC can easily support the most stringent acoustical demands. To support large-scale meetings and business functions, PWTC has comprehensive facilities that include a business centre with full fax, telecommunications and Wi-Fi services. What’s more, translation booths that can perform simultaneous translations into six languages are also available.
PWTC has the ability to accommodate and facilitate the most demanding plans. Whether it is a gigantic automotive show or a small wedding reception; they will definitely run smoothly. The building features the largest exhibition space in the country, which totals over 23,000sq m. These include large halls and smaller rooms that can be readily customised and segmented to fulfil any exhibition plans. Tun Razak Hall 1 at PWTC has a generous space of more than 7,000sq m than can accommodate any large function comfortably. It is the only indoor hall in town that’s able to fit an audience of 10,000 guests. In total, there are four exhibition halls to choose from which are Tun Razak Halls 1,2,3 and 4.
In addition to the halls, there is also a large outdoor area for tented exhibitions as well as the foyer; these outdoor areas offer a refreshing choice for implementation style and a change of scenery from other ordinary indoor events. (For the record, PWTC has showcased many distinguished dinner parties and weddings at this outdoor location).
A proven track record
From ministers, foreign dignitaries, music celebrities to trade show giants, PWTC has hosted the best. Yet the venue is flexible and competitive enough to be the nation’s preferred choice. The following are just a few of the major events organised at PWTC:
CHOGM (Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting); EU-Asia Biomass Best, Metaltech Malaysia; Cosmobeaute Asia Beauty Fair; MATTA International Travel Fair; the PATA Conference; Automex; Partnering Conference; KL International Gifts; Premium & Stationary Fair; Malaysia International Food & Beverage Trade Fair; Malaysia Rubber Plastic Mould & Die Industry Fair; International Post-harvest Symposium; Software Development Forum and Lab Asia; Malaysian International Furniture Fair, KL International Book Fair; Perfect Livin’ and the Bruno Mars Live Concert (2011), plus many more.
With its fantastic track record, you can bet that your events are in the safest hands at the PWTC, where your show will be executed to the highest standards and with a touch of prestige by KL’s pioneering exhibition experts. Anyone looking to make an impact with distinction at their next event should look no further than PWTC – where staff have what it takes to make a difference to your products and ensure that your brand is both seen and heard.
Further information: www.pwtc.com.my
