Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre has been accredited the ‘Gold Certification for MICE Venues’ by the internationally recognised halal travel promotion company CrescentRating in December 2024. This makes HKCEC as the first MICE venue in Hong Kong to receive this certification which is the highest ranking of the certification scheme, reassuring the good experience that the exhibition centre has created for Muslim exhibitors and visitors.

The internationally recognised halal travel promotion company CrescentRating was commissioned by the Hong Kong Tourism Board to carry out a series of work, including assessing local hotels, attractions and MICE venues based on categories and standards on par with international benchmarks.  To achieve Gold Certification for a exhibition venue met several of the stringent rating requirements.

A separate prayer spaces for male and female users were added on the second floor of the exhibition venue marked with the direction of Qibla and equipped with prayer mats. While restrooms next to the prayer room are now fitted with water-friendly facilities including hand showers and ablution facilities. Dietary needs of Muslim visitors are provided halal certified food and concession stands during events with the food and beverage team, offering tailor-made Halal menus upon request.

According to Ms. Monica Lee-Müller, managing director of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Management Limited, the presence of Muslim exhibitors, buyers, and visitors has grown notably at HKCEC. To enhance the experience of its guests, and provide them with the dedicated support, have introduced several Muslim-friendly facilities enhancing its reputation, as a Muslim-friendly travel destination.