Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu city, the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) stands as a beacon of excellence in event hosting, serving as the proud venue for the highly anticipated 42nd Conference of the ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organizations (CAFEO42). With its unparalleled facilities, stunning waterfront location, and strategic accessibility, SICC sets the stage for a memorable and impactful conference experience.
Spanning six hectares, SICC is the largest waterfront purpose-built conference, exhibition, and entertainment facility in Borneo. Boasting a well-designed floor plan spread over five levels, SICC offers a versatile space that caters to the diverse needs of conferences, exhibitions, and entertainment events.
At the heart of SICC is its expansive convention hall, featuring a retractable partition system that can be divided into three sections, accommodating up to 1,500 delegates each. With a combined floor space of 6,800 square meters, including an extensive pre-function area, the convention hall provides a dynamic setting for keynote speeches, panel discussions, and plenary sessions.
Additionally, SICC offers three contiguous exhibition halls, totaling 5,200 square meters of flexible event space, along with six meeting rooms and a private VVIP lounge. The top floor houses 13 individual private meeting rooms, while VIP rooms and VVIP lounges on level three lead to the grand foyer of Sabah’s first world-class performing arts hall, complete with a two-tier amphitheater seating 1,250 attendees.
One of the standout features of SICC is its outdoor plaza, spanning 7,000 square meters and offering panoramic views of the surrounding islands and the South China Sea. This picturesque setting is ideal for open-air events, networking sessions, and social gatherings against the backdrop of Sabah’s stunning natural beauty.
In terms of accessibility, SICC is conveniently located near Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), the second busiest airport in Malaysia. With direct flights from major regional hubs and over 25 daily flights from the capital city Kuala Lumpur, SICC is easily accessible for both domestic and international delegates. Taxi and e-hailing services are readily available to transport visitors to and from the airport, which is just 11 kilometers away.
Moreover, SICC prioritizes inclusivity and accessibility, with wheelchair access provided from all public areas, designated undercover parking spaces, elevators to every floor, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms on all levels. This commitment to accommodating the needs of all visitors underscores SICC’s reputation as the venue of choice for event planners seeking excellence in hosting.
In conclusion, with its state-of-the-art facilities, stunning waterfront location, and commitment to accessibility, the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) is the premier venue for CAFEO42, promising an unforgettable conference experience for delegates from across the ASEAN region and beyond.
