SMX undergoes upgrade works

SMX Convention Center, the premier venue for the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (M.I.C.E) industry in the Philippines, is undertaking major facility upgrades to its 46,647square meter flagship property SMX Manila in the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. The renovation is set to open more opportunities for business as Metro Manila progresses to be the premier host capital of the country.

The ongoing renovation started with its 1st phase during last quarter of 2015 covering major repairs and repainting works to the façade and the interior of the convention center, including an overhaul of the front portals leading to the Halls and Function Rooms, and landscaping of the grand lobbies on the first and second levels of the building. Subsequently, the 2nd phase continues with the replacement of the entire flooring on all levels and major refitting of the 15 meeting rooms on the second level of the property. The renovation, coinciding with the construction of the Conrad Hotel Manila - linked via two bridgeways to the convention center – scheduled to open soon, is targeted for completion midyear.

To complement the facility improvements, SMX is also adding more people to fulfill front-of-house functions and 24/7 operations. “The business is now about interaction with the clients. In order for us to operate like a hotel, there has to be stronger attention to detail and emphasis on service and overall event experience,” said Walid Wafik Vice President and General Manager of SMX Convention Centers and Tradehalls.