Nestled on the picturesque island of Borneo, Sabah stands as one of Malaysia’s thirteen constituent states. Ranking as the second largest state in Malaysia, Sabah shares Borneo’s expanse with Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesian Kalimantan.

Blessed with an abundance of natural wonders, diverse cultures, thrilling adventures, stunning coastlines, and delectable cuisines, Sabah offers an all-encompassing experience for the adventurous palate. From the awe-inspiring Rafflesia, the world’s largest flower, to the majestic Mount Kinabalu, one of Southeast Asia’s highest peaks, and the renowned dive site of Sipadan Island, Sabah boasts a plethora of attractions. Moreover, the state is renowned for its ecological treasures, including the globally recognized Danum Valley Conservation Area and Tabin Wildlife Reserve, the largest in Sabah.

In addition to its myriad attractions, Sabah welcomes visitors with warm Sabahan hospitality, inviting exploration into its rich culture and traditions, promising unforgettable memories.

Formerly recognized as North Borneo, Sabah was under British colonial rule from the late 19th century until the early 20th century. Achieving self-governance on August 31, 1963, Sabah, alongside Malaya, Singapore, and Sarawak, formed the Federation of Malaysia on September 16, 1963.

Sabah boasts a diverse tapestry of over 30 indigenous groups, with the Kadazan-Dusun people constituting the largest indigenous community and the Chinese forming the largest non-indigenous group. Additionally, the Bajau, Murut, and Rungus are prominent ethnic groups in Sabah. Alongside Sabah’s diverse array of native languages, Bahasa Malaysia (the national language) and English are widely spoken, with Mandarin and various Chinese dialects also prevalent.

Spread over five levels, the well-designed floor plan at SICC features an expansive column-free convention hall with a retractable partition system divisible into three sections. Each multipurpose hall can cater for up to 1,500 delegates, offering a combined floor space of 6,800 square metres, including an extensive pre-function area.

On a separate level, are three contiguous exhibition halls encompassing a 5,200 square metres flexible event space plus six meeting rooms and private VVIP lounge. The top floor is dedicated to 13 individual private meeting rooms, while situated on level three are VIP rooms and VVIP lounges leading to the grand foyer of Sabah’s first world-class performing arts hall. The two-tier amphitheatre has a seating capacity of 1,250.

Connecting to the main lobby, an outdoor plaza of 7,000 square metres, set against a sunset backdrop of islands and the South China Sea, is well suited for open-air events.