High-tech cleaning
Since the outbreak of Covid-19, sanitisation and safety have become a priority for event venues worldwide.
At AWE, the washrooms in public circulation areas and halls are being renovated in phases. All handwashing devices in washrooms and kitchens will be integrated with an ozone disinfection system.
Also part of its extensive upgrades, AWE will harness new technology to make sanitisation more efficient.
A first in the global MICE industry, AWE is introducing the three-in-one CLeanTech device, which helps to sanitise visitors and their items in just 12 seconds. This has already been adapted to a tunnel setting for large-scale crowd admissions.
Yet more smart solutions have been implemented throughout the year. For instance, all escalators at AWE now feature built-in UV devices to constantly sanitise handrails. All lifts have further been upgraded with touchless buttons, while automatic doors are in place to minimise contact with surfaces.
What's more, AWE is automating cleaning processes by deploying cleaning robots for venue changeover between events.
Retractable seat riser and other hardware upgrades
Aimed at improving operational efficiency and turnaround capacity, a variety of upgrades are being carried out in all ten halls, organiser rooms, backstage, in dining outlets as well as in common areas.
The upgrades cover interior design, lighting and AV systems, ventilation, drainage and new equipment such as a Retractable Seat Riser System.
“After operating for 15 years, this is a milestone year for us,” remarked Irene Chan, CEO of AWE. “This is the perfect time to launch a large-scale renovation project, one which will position AWE for the many opportunities that lay ahead. Our extensive facility upgrade programme is an ongoing project bringing new value to organisers, while also engaging patrons with new experiences."
Now fully ready for the return of events, AWE already has a line-up of public shows planned in the months ahead, including the 2021 Hong Kong Brands & Products Shopping Festival, and the Puppy Summer Fun Expo, both of which are debuting at AWE, as well as the long-awaited Music Is Live 2021.