KSK’s Kempinski Hotel at 8 Conlay recognised as Entry Point Project

KUALA LUMPUR (March 9): KSK Land Sdn Bhd’s (KSK Land) Kempinski Hotel at its 8 Conlay development here was recognised by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture (MOTA) as an Entry Point Project (EPP) under the tourism National Key Economic Areas (NKEA) in Malaysia’s Economic Transformation Programme  (ETP).

“KSK Land is pleased to receive this recognition from the Malaysian Government. We believe the hotel component of 8 Conlay will help to support the nation’s goal of targeting more discerning travellers to spur growth for the nation’s tourism sector,” said KSK Group Bhd CEO and KSK Land managing director Joanne Kua (pictured, right).

8 Conlay is a mixed-use development with a gross development value of RM5.4 billion that comprises a 68-storey tower with a five-star Kempinski Hotel and Kempinski Residences and also a lifestyle retail component by two YOO-interior designed branded residence towers of 56 and 61 storeys named YOO8 serviced by Kempinski that will be connected via two sky bridges at levels 26 and 44.

Moreover, Kempinski Hotel KL is expected provide more than 700 new job opportunities while committed investment value, excluding land cost, is expected to be about RM360 million which will contribute to the gross national income.

“In addition to considerable employment opportunities, the Kempinski Hotel Kuala Lumpur also spurs further development of talent in the local service industry, thus stimulating the economy,” Kua added.

The tourism NKEA aims to attract high-yield tourists through the development of an optimal mix of quality hotels, with a high level of service delivery.

“Landmark developments such as Kempinski Hotel at 8 Conlay will contribute to Malaysia’s competitiveness and further strengthen the nation’s standing as a preferred destination for both business and leisure travellers.

The Ministry will continue to facilitate and encourage development of hotels in line with projected needs in Malaysia,” said Secretary General of Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia Tan Sri Ong Hong Peng.