New Chiang Mai Convention And Exhibition Centre, Chang Puak

[Choonpon]

Anyone knows when is the new addition going to be officially opened?

[lsk]

They had government officials and VIPs there a couple of nights ago so pretty soon I would guess.

[Choonpon]

They had government officials and VIPs there a couple of nights ago so pretty soon I would guess.

Thank you. I was wondering it would be a white elephant or not.

[thailandebiz]

it will be opened by April.

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[SoloFlyer]

... How's that possible when they're advertising for management, but won't let potential managers in to inspect??

[junglechef]

The word I've heard is they are going to use it for "official use" first as they are not yet booking events. Supposably the communications infrastructure is as specified in the original quote and so out of date that it would be hard to imagine a trade show or convention using it at all.

[hellodolly]

... How's that possible when they're advertising for management, but won't let potential managers in to inspect??

It is the Thai method. As a foreigner you might have a hard time understanding it.

[barefoot1988]

its the place behind tops that used to be a cabaret right?

[Rancid]

The word I've heard is they are going to use it for "official use" first as they are not yet booking events. Supposably the communications infrastructure is as specified in the original quote and so out of date that it would be hard to imagine a trade show or convention using it at all.

So in other words the bureaucrats built an underspec building so they could grad 30% of the budget? Same as it ever was.

[junglechef]

Sorry can't speak for anyone else but I'm sure if you ask them they'll give you a straight answer immediately

[Choonpon]

The word I've heard is they are going to use it for "official use" first as they are not yet booking events. Supposably the communications infrastructure is as specified in the original quote and so out of date that it would be hard to imagine a trade show or convention using it at all.

Welcome to Thailand

[Choonpon]

New Year 2013 wishes:

Looking forward to a prompt, straightforward and efficient Thailand

[hellodolly]

New Year 2013 wishes:

Looking forward to a prompt, straightforward and efficient Thailand

I think Santa forgot to bring it. We will have to do with the old boys club current system.

[WinnieTheKhwai]

Be careful what you wish for.

[jonwilly]

CM officials are 'Talking' of 80,000 visitors to some of the Conventions.

All local places with accommodation have been approached on number of rooms available, or so I am informed.

The traffic will be frightening.

john

[khwaibah]

Convention Center slated to open at Songkran

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In a progress report on the construction of the Convention Center, Seksan Nagwong Deputy Permanent Secretary Ministry of Tourism and Sports, said the construction is complete, some remaining outbuildings and infrastructure remain to be completed but it is expected to be fully completed by March 2013 and the opening is scheduled for some time during Songkran.

The Deputy Permanent Secretary also announced that the Cabinet has approved the Pingnakorn Development Office (Public Organization) which will see the merger of the Chiang Mai Night Safari, Royal Park Ratchaphruek and the International Convention and Exhibition Centre under one management, commemorating His Majesty’s 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary or CMICE. This operation will be used to promote both domestic and international tourism.

“The Chiang Mai International Convention and Exhibition Center is a policy driven and MICE driven project. Thailand’s MICE industry promotes normal growth of 7-10% to 10-15%. Chiang Mai has organized 427 different MICE conventions, with more than 60,000 people bringing in more than 3.35 billion Baht to the economy. The conventions have included public sectors, Chambers of Commerce, trade fairs, private associations and more in the year 2012. Among international events, conventions from the Federation of Global Exhibition, UFI: Union des Foires International Association, IAEE: International Association of Exhibition and Events Association, and ICCA: International Congress and Convention Association. Marketing strategies such as roadshows, tradeshows, and marketing development through networks such as chambers of commerce members have been the main focus,” the Deputy Permanent Secretary said, adding that CMICE will be used to promote both domestic and international visitors.

Chiang Mai Mail

[junglechef]

I was under the impression that the Night Safari was a private enterprise