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New Straits Times
21 hours ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur wins top MICE venue award
KUALA LUMPUR: World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL), originally known as Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) has been named Best Established MICE Venue & Special Event at the Tourism Industry Awards 2025 (TIA 2025), cementing its status as a leader in Malaysia's business events scene. The award, presented on Aug 9 by Selangor's EXCO for Local Government and Tourism Datuk Ng Suee Lim, Tourism Selangor chief executive officer Chua Yee Ling, and TIA 2025 organising chairman Datuk Emmy Suraya Hussein, recognises industry players that deliver exceptional, holistic, and inclusive tourism experiences. TIA 2025, organised by the Malaysia International Tourism Development Association (MiTDA) in collaboration with Tourism Selangor and Santai Travel magazine, was graced by Menteri Besar Selangor Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari and Deputy Minister of Economy Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib. "This award reflects the continuous efforts of WTCKL's team to lead the MICE or business events, industry not only in Malaysia but also internationally," said Datuk Sri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim, group managing director of WTCKL and board member of the World Trade Centres Association (WTCA). "It further strengthens our drive to position Malaysia as a global hub for business events while also showcasing Malaysia's exquisite hospitality to the world." As one of Malaysia's most iconic convention centres, WTCKL continues to attract world-class conferences, exhibitions, and events, leveraging its professional services and strategic location. It offers a wide array of event spaces, exhibition halls, pillarless banquet halls, and functional rooms including the famous Dewan Merdeka. Its largest theatre can seat up to 3,000 guests. This latest accolade serves as a springboard for WTCKL to further expand its global reach and competitiveness in the fast-evolving business events sector.
Rakyat Post
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
Sunway Lagoon Unveils Malaysia's First Hybrid Water Coaster
Subscribe to our FREE Sunway Lagoon has expanded its lineup of iconic attractions with the launch of the Wild Chase Water Coaster, Malaysia's first hybrid water coaster that fuses the heart-racing excitement of a roller coaster with the splashing fun of a water slide. Located within Sunway Lost Lagoon, one of Sunway Lagoon's seven unique experiences, the Wild Chase Water Coaster is set to redefine family-friendly thrills. Guests will speed through over 280 metres of winding track, navigating high-banked curves, sudden drops, and exhilarating water sprays, all set against a lush, tropical backdrop. The ride is now open daily from 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (Closed every Tuesday, except during Malaysian school and public holidays). Developed with an investment of RM30 million, the Wild Chase Water Coaster underscores Sunway Lagoon's commitment to delivering world-class attractions that combine innovation, entertainment, and safety. From left: Mr. Nurul Nuzairi Mohd Azahari, Senior General Manager, Operations of Sunway Theme Parks; Ms. Chua Yee Ling, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Selangor; YB Dato' Ng Suee Lim, Executive Councillor for Local Government, Tourism, and New Village Development; Mr. Mohd Nizam bin Teh Kamaruddin, Senior Assistant Director of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health; and Professor Calvin Ho, Executive Director of Sunway Theme Parks at the official launch of Malaysia's first hybrid water coaster — the Wild Chase Water Coaster at Sunway Lost Lagoon, Sunway Lagoon. The launch was officiated by YB Dato' Ng Suee Lim, Executive Councillor for Local Government, Tourism and New Village Development, together with Ms. Chua Yee Ling, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tourism Selangor and Mr. Mohd Nizam bin Teh Kamaruddin, Senior Assistant Director of Occupational Safety and Health Department. They were joined by members of the media, invited guests, and the Sunway Theme Parks management team. The celebration came to life with vibrant performances, a marching band parade, cheerleading displays, and a ceremonial countdown. The VIPs then officially launched the Wild Chase Water Coaster with a symbolic button press, setting the ride into motion and marking the start of an exciting new chapter for Sunway Lagoon. 'At Sunway Lagoon, we are committed to continuously elevating guest experiences through innovation and world-class attractions. The Wild Chase Water Coaster is a testament to this vision, offering coaster-style thrills with splashing fun the whole family can enjoy,' said Calvin Ho, Executive Director of Sunway Theme Parks. YB Dato' Ng Suee Lim flags off the first ride of the Wild Chase Water Coaster, marking the official opening of the attraction to the public. Echoing this, YB Dato' Ng Suee Lim, Executive Councillor for Local Government, Tourism and New Village Development, emphasised the importance of ride safety and regulatory compliance. 'As we continue to promote tourism and develop vibrant attractions like the Wild Chase Water Coaster, safety and immersive guest experience remains a top priority. We commend Sunway Lagoon for its proactive collaboration with the relevant safety and health authorities to ensure the Wild Chase Water Coaster meets stringent safety standards. Attractions like this not only boost international tourism but also set a benchmark for safe, family-friendly entertainment in Malaysia,' he said. The Wild Chase Coaster at Sunway Lost Lagoon is now officially open, offering guests a one-of-a-kind blend of coaster thrills and splashing fun in a lush tropical setting. With the launch of the Wild Chase Water Coaster, Sunway Lagoon continues to expand its offerings as Malaysia's premier multi-park destination, where guests can enjoy a diverse mix of thrilling rides, wildlife encounters, world class attractions, and splash filled adventures all in one location. 7 experiences. 1 ticket. Over 12 hours of fun. Day or night? Why choose when you can have both? With a Sunway Lagoon Day Park ticket, guests get exclusive early access to the Sunway Lagoon Night Park starting from 2:00 P.M. That's 13 hours of continuous fun across seven unique experiences from morning till night. Get your tickets NOW on the Plan your voyage Set sail on your next adventure; visit the Sunway Lagoon website or follow Sunway Lagoon Studios on Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Malay Mail
04-08-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Sunway Lagoon launches Malaysia's first hybrid water coaster — part roller coaster, part water slide
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 — Sunway Lagoon expanded its range of iconic attractions with the launch of the Wild Chase Water Coaster, Malaysia's first hybrid water coaster, which combines the heart-racing excitement of a roller coaster with the splashing fun of a water slide. In a statement, Sunway Theme Parks said that the RM30 million investment in the new attraction demonstrates Sunway Lagoon's commitment to delivering world-class experiences that blend innovation, entertainment, and safety. According to the statement, the Wild Chase Water Coaster promises family-friendly adventure, allowing guests to speed through over 280 metres of winding tracks while navigating sharp curves, sudden drops and exhilarating water sprays, all set against a lush tropical backdrop. 'The ride is now open daily from 10am to 6pm and closed every Tuesday, except during Malaysian school and public holidays,' read the statement. The Wild Chase Water Coaster was jointly launched by the Selangor Local Government, Tourism and New Village Development chairman, Datuk Ng Suee Lim and Tourism Selangor chief executive officer Chua Yee Ling recently. Meanwhile, the Executive Director of Sunway Theme Parks executive director, Calvin Ho, said that at Sunway Lagoon, they are committed to continuously elevating guest experiences through innovation and world-class attractions. 'The Wild Chase Water Coaster is a testament to this vision, offering coaster-style thrills with splashing fun the whole family can enjoy,' he said. In the meantime, Ng emphasised the importance of ride safety and regulatory compliance, praising Sunway Lagoon's proactive collaboration with relevant safety and health authorities to ensure the Wild Chase Water Coaster meets stringent safety standards. 'Attractions like this not only boost international tourism but also set a benchmark for safe, family-friendly entertainment in Malaysia,' he said. With this latest addition, Sunway Lagoon further solidified its position as Malaysia's premier multi-park destination, offering visitors an extensive variety of thrilling rides, wildlife encounters and world-class water-based adventures in a single location. 'With a Sunway Lagoon Day Park ticket, guests get exclusive early access to the Sunway Lagoon Night Park starting from 2 pm. That's 13 hours of continuous fun across seven unique experiences from morning till night,' it said. Tickets can be purchased via the Sunway Lagoon website or Sunway Super, while the latest updates on upcoming initiatives, exclusive collaborations, and immersive experiences are available on the Sunway Lagoon website or by following Sunway Lagoon Studios on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and RedNote. — Bernama
The Star
24-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Extra public holiday ‘boon' for domestic tourism
PETALING JAYA: Tourism players in Selangor have been urged to take advantage of the long weekend in September to come out with tourism packages to attract visitors to the state. Tourism Selangor chief executive officer Chua Yee Ling welcomed the announcement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on July 23, declaring Sept 15 as an additional public holiday. "This declaration would surely drive up domestic tourism as families get to enjoy a long weekend from Sept 13 to Malaysia Day on Sept 16. "Tourism players in Selangor should grab this opportunity to come out with packages unique to the occasion to attract tourists," she said during a press conference about Tourism Industry Awards 2025 at Sunway Resort Hotel. On a separate matter, Chua also said the Selangor Travel Fair 2025, scheduled for July 26 and 27, is expected to attract 300,000 visitors. "Various performances as well as a buy-one-free-one campaign are awaiting," she said. The event will be held at Pasar Seni, Kuala Lumpur.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Selangor tourism boost with Piano Land cruise ship at PKCT
PORT KLANG: Selangor's tourism industry is set for a major boost with the permanent docking of the Piano Land cruise ship from China at the Port Klang Cruise Terminal (PKCT) starting in the fourth quarter of this year. Tourism Selangor CEO Chua Yee Ling said this move will enhance international tourist arrivals and expand the state's maritime tourism potential. 'The Piano Land ship can accommodate around 2,000 passengers, and PKCT's selection as its home port highlights the terminal's competitive facilities for cruise tourism,' Chua said during the Surprising Selangor Media & Influencer Hi-Tea 2025 event. To improve visitor experiences, Tourism Selangor is designing an exclusive package allowing tourists to travel directly from PKCT to Pulau Ketam without transit. 'Currently, tourists must take a taxi to South Port Terminal Jetty before boarding a boat. With this upgrade, they can go straight to Pulau Ketam upon arrival,' she added. PKCT has also upgraded a special jetty for this purpose. The initiative aligns with short-term tourism packages around Klang and Shah Alam, enhancing Selangor's maritime tourism appeal. Additionally, the Selangor Travel Fair 2025 will be held on July 26 and 27 at Central Market, Kuala Lumpur, featuring over 30 exhibitors, performances, and the launch of the official video and song 'Selangor Kan Ada!' Selangor Local Government and Tourism Committee chairman Datuk Ng Suee Lim said the state aims for eight million tourists this year, targeting RM11.2 billion in tourism revenue. As of March 2025, Selangor recorded 1.77 million visitors, with 72% being domestic tourists. 'Selangor has led in domestic visitors for four consecutive years, with 34.5 million visitors last year,' Ng added. - Bernama
