Kaohsiung Exhibition Center Brochure_ Kaohsiung, Taiwan by Kaohsiung Exhibition Center Kaohsiung,Taiwan

Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung is the largest harbor city in Taiwan. Over the years, it transformed from a ﬁshing village to the manufacturing powerhouse responsible for the island’s economic growth. It houses the steel, petrochemical and shipbuilding industries, and attracts talents from all over the country. Its solid industrial heritage makes Kaohsiung a metropolis with well-established infrastructure including an excellent transportation and communication system, serving the city as Taiwan’s major gateway to the world.

Diverse ethnic groups and rich terrains craft the diﬀerent characteristics of Kaohsiung. This is a city where people can watch authentic Taiwanese opera in the world-class modern music center. This is a city where one can buy tasty local cuisine from street vendors and enjoy ﬁne dining prepared by Michelin chefs in 5-star hotels. This is a city surrounded by beautiful natural scenery from ocean, river and mountains, as well as skyscrapers which form the impressive Kaohsiung skyline.

Kaohsiung is vibrant, full of activities and perfect for your events!

Easy

international airport and a multifunctional seaport, have made the city

The only city in Taiwan with dual ports,

logistical hub.

National highways and a strong road network provide quick access to every corner of the island.

Taiwan High Speed Rail gives fast and easy connection to the Taoyuan International Airport and the capital city of Taipei in the north.

Inter-connected MRT, light rail and buses weave

seamless local public transportation network.

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Accessibility Kaohsiung International Airport Orange Line Light Rail transit Red Line R4 C8 R8 R11 R16 Kaohsiung Main Station High Speed Railway Sanduo Shopping District Ferry Boat C14-O1 KMRT

New Bay Area

With an area of over 600 hectares and a total investment of USD 4.3 billion by the central and city governments and private companies, the Asia New Bay Area is the jewel in the crown to the Kaohsiung Multi-functional Commerce and Trade Project based around Kaohsiung Harbor. The establishment of ﬁve major public projectsthe Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, the Public Library, the Pop Music Center, the Cruise Terminal and the Light Rail System, is an important step of the city's ambition to become a global city.

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Exhibition Center

Kaohsiung Exhibition Center ﬁlls a pivotal position in the Asia New Bay development project.

The building’s concept emphasizes Kaohsiung’s strong relationship with the sea as Taiwan’s largest harbor city.

The key design element is the huge wave-like structure and the glass panel roof that makes the building an eye-catcher from land and sea. The Central Boulevard that links the city to the waterfront, and the public art pieces installed in and outside the building make Kaohsiung Exhibition Center not only a venue, but also a community center.

Since its opening in 2014, Kaohsiung Exhibition Center has become an iconic landmark in Kaohsiung, earning numerous awards and certiﬁcations over the years.

The management and the staﬀ oﬀer their professional and heartfelt services to bring success to all our clients’ events.

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Sky-tower Pier 22 - Marina

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Venue

Designed to host heavyweight trade shows, such as the “Taiwan International Boat Show” and the “Taiwan International Fastener Show”, the center stands next to

sections to accommodate all sizes of exhibitions and events.

meetings to year-end banquets, wedding receptions, and many more!

KEC’s ﬂexible and highly adaptable space allows it to cater to any requirements from all business sectors, ranging from micro and exclusive gatherings to macro public exhibitions.

Halls

Two state-of-the-art exhibition halls connected by the Central Boulevard create ﬂexibility and inﬁnite possibilities for event planning.

Space on the ground ﬂoor extends seamlessly from indoors to the outdoor waterfront plaza facing the Kaohsiung Harbor. In addition to accommodating more booths or as a subspace for indoor events, our clients also use this space for self-contained outdoor events.

North Hall: 8,800 sqm, 12 m high ceiling with many suspension points

South Hall: 9,100 sqm, 27 m high, pillar-free

Distinctive features:

• Floors loads up to 5 tons allow heavy-machinery, yachts, tracks, etc.

• 12m*12m automatic sliding doors allow gigantic displays to be moved in easily

• Glass walls bring natural light into halls, saving power and creating a comfortable atmosphere

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Fifteen meeting rooms of different sizes are on the 3rd-floor of the Convention Center to accommodate different needs. Wide public spaces outside the meeting rooms are perfect for trade shows, sponsor booths, tea breaks or simply for the attendees to network and wind down in.

Room 305

Oceanview Banquet Room:

Theatre: 800 pax Classroom: 500 pax Banquet: 50 round tables

Room 304 (304a/304b) :

Theatre: 800 pax Classroom: 400 pax

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Grand Hall 301:

Theatre: 2,000 pax

Classroom: 1,000 pax

Sound-proof meeting environment | Pillar-free high ceiling | Ergonomic tables and chairs Center

VIP Room 2 Conference Rm. 301a Grand Hall 301Conference Room 304 Conference Rm. 301b West Bridge Freight EV #8 Freight EV #9 Entrance Entrance East Bridge Stage Conference Rm. 304a Conference Rm. 304b Ocean View Banquet Room 305 303c 302c 303b 302b 303a 302a 303d 303e 302d 302e

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A Unique Experience

the beautiful Kaohsiung Harbor, this vast waterfront plaza will redeﬁne your imagination about events! Waterfront

Increase the Value

AI Speech Translation System

In KEC, our 5G private network creates the perfect environment for innovation, cross-industry technology applications and opportunities to increase the value of your event! • Remote HD video transmission • Real-time production and broadcasting • High-speed, low-latency, multiple-connections • OMO marketing • Streaming • Hybrid events Characters: • A one-to-many interpreting system integrated with 5G and AI. • The system allows speakers to talk freely as guests can listen to voice translation simultaneously. • No more hiring of interpreters and renting translation equipment. Simply connect the audio cable to the speakers’ microphone and invite audiences to download the app. • Best for 1. Exhibition Tours 2. Real-time interpretation with subtitles • Available in Chinese, English, Japanese and Korean.

Kaohsiung Exhibition Center cares about the dietary needs of your attendees as much as it cares about your events. Hence, we work with a group of select partners who practice the highest standards in food preparation.

In KEC, we introduce high-quality local produce, fruits and seafood in our menus to ensure the freshness of the serving while cutting down its carbon footprint.

KEC is full of gourmet meals, from exotic food to exquisite and luxury banquets! Tea break snacks, buﬀet, Chinese cuisine, craft beer, and fresh coﬀee, you name it. Vegan and Halal food are also on the menu.

Highlights

Taiwan International Boat Show" and "Taiwan International Fastener take place biennially at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center. The two iconic trade shows represent local industry and their business strength.

Kaohsiung Exhibition Center was proud to be the venue of "The 59th ICCA Congress" in 2020. During the COVID outbreak, KEC worked swiftly and closely with Kaohsiung City Government and ICCA Headquarters to turn the South Hall into a safe and hygienic meeting room for ICCA's ﬁrst-ever hybrid congress. The venue's smooth and fast internet connectivity allowed clear signal to stream in and out of various regional hubs that joined the iconic meeting. A total of 1,500 participants attended the congress, a record high in ICCA's history.

In 2022, the "Creative Expo Taiwan" took place outside Taipei City for the ﬁrst time since 2010. Kaohsiung Exhibition Center hosted the Expo's Creative and IP licensing sessions, attracting more than 150,000 visitors during the 5-day event, which was possible due to the Center's vast space and convenient location.

Awards & Membership | We strive for excellence!

KEC constantly garnered praise from clients and industry peers, topped polls, received awards as well as high customer- satisfaction ratings.

Stay, Shop & Sightseeing

Kaohsiung is embraced by mountains, seas, rivers, ports, and metropolitan vibes. The well-planned urban landscape and open spaces make it the perfect destination for all events. Attendees can have the advantages of living in the city without being intimidated by the hustle and bustle of urban noise.

Accommodations

In addition to delicious cuisines and beautiful scenery, comfortable accommodation is another element to pamper business travelers.

Kaohsiung boasts 469 hotels and 24,173 rooms; 3,509 of which are in ﬁve-star hotels. One can choose from international luxury brands to local boutique hotels according to your budget and needs, all served with heartfelt hospitality!

Shopping

KEC is surrounded by famous shopping districts with name-brand outlet malls, aﬄuent department stores and busy night markets, all of which strive to win visitors' attention. Warehouse stores such as Costco, IKEA, and Carrefour are all within walking distance of KEC.

If you would like to take home a piece of memory from Kaohsiung, you will not leave empty-handed!

Attractions

One can enjoy Kaohsiung from day to night and from the coast to the mountains.

Visit the popular spots around the harbor, including the romantic esplanade of the Love River Bay, the magniﬁcent Kaohsiung Music Center, and the elegant Big Harbor Bridge. Take beautiful photos on the white merry-go-round and watch them go viral on your social media!

Make your visit to Kaohsiung unforgettable by taking mind-cleansing tours in the mountainous regions. Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center, Meinong Hakka Village, and the Maolin National Scenic Park allow you to embrace Taiwanese religion and indigenous culture, immerse yourself in phytoncides, and feel physical and mental relief before returning to your daily schedule.