2019年12月19日星期四
In support of inbound tourism - Visa
In support of inbound tourism
Visa has announced its partnership with Mid Valley Megamall. At the event, (from left) Ng, Tourism Malaysia Package Development Division director Syed Yahya Syed Othman, Tourism Malaysia Package Development Division Secretariat Shopping Malaysia head, Norliza Md Zain and Mid Valley City chief executive officer Daniel Yong.
KUALA LUMPUR: In support of Visit Malaysia 2020, and its target of achieving 30 million international tourist arrivals, Visa has unrolled a series of initiatives to promote inbound tourism.
“We have year-long promotions and offers in various parts of Malaysia including Klang Valley, Johor Baru and Penang. Visa cardholders can enjoy discounts and benefits at family attractions such as Legoland, Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, and KidZania, other outlets like BH Petrol and Swarovski, as well as hospitals such as ParkCity Medical Centre and Subang Jaya Medical Centre,” says Visa country manager for Malaysia, Ng Kong Boon.
Aside from establishing partnerships with such attractions, hotels and dining outlets, the company has also established tie-ups with major shopping malls to roll out attractive promotions in an effort to play its part in promoting Visit Malaysia 2020.
To this end, Visa has announced its partnership with Mid Valley Megamall in Kuala Lumpur recently on Dec 12. Being the world’s leader in digital payments, this partnership seeks to encourage tourists to use digital payment for their purchases during the festive season.
With this campaign Visa cardholders can make payment with their contactless card for purchases made at Mid Valley Megamall here and The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey, Johor Baru, to be eligible for redemption gifts. To sweeten the deal, when they shop on Friday, Saturday or Sunday and on the eve of public holidays and on public holidays, they will also receive eco-friendly metal straws and pans as giveaways for transactions about RM200 and RM350 respectively.
For the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration, Visa and Mid Valley will be introducing another campaign from Jan 5, 2020 to Feb 2, 2020 where Visa cardholders will receive Toys “R” Us vouchers when they spend minimum RM350 with their contactless cards.
Ng notes a tremendous growth in adoption of digital payment.
Visa cardholders in Melaka are also in for a treat as Visa has also partnered with Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, Terminal Pahlawan and Hatten Square. From now till Jan 2, 2020 Visa cardholders will receive a specially designed Barbie canvas shopping bag when they spend minimum RM300 using their contactless cards.
According to Ng, this is part of the effort to propel adoption of digital payment, which has seen a tremendous growth due to the introduction of e-wallets. Furthermore, digital payments are a more convenient and safe way to making payment, as no physical cash is involved and tourists do not need to walk around with a big amount of local currency.
“Many people have the impression that the exchange rate applied when using their cards to make payment in a foreign currency is not as good as what they can get at a money changer. However, this is not necessarily true, as the exchange rate offered by the banks are just as competitive.
“We are extremely excited to promote Malaysia as a tourist destination, especially to our neighbours in Asia Pacific. Based on our data, Singaporeans, Indonesians and the Chinese are the top spenders when they travel to Malaysia. During this festive period, we are partnering with malls frequented by tourists to encourage them to use their payment cards, particularly contactless payments, when they make their purchases here. These promotions are designed to help boost tourism spend as part of the Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign, “ Ng said.
~The Star~
Visa has announced its partnership with Mid Valley Megamall. At the event, (from left) Ng, Tourism Malaysia Package Development Division director Syed Yahya Syed Othman, Tourism Malaysia Package Development Division Secretariat Shopping Malaysia head, Norliza Md Zain and Mid Valley City chief executive officer Daniel Yong.
KUALA LUMPUR: In support of Visit Malaysia 2020, and its target of achieving 30 million international tourist arrivals, Visa has unrolled a series of initiatives to promote inbound tourism.
“We have year-long promotions and offers in various parts of Malaysia including Klang Valley, Johor Baru and Penang. Visa cardholders can enjoy discounts and benefits at family attractions such as Legoland, Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, and KidZania, other outlets like BH Petrol and Swarovski, as well as hospitals such as ParkCity Medical Centre and Subang Jaya Medical Centre,” says Visa country manager for Malaysia, Ng Kong Boon.
Aside from establishing partnerships with such attractions, hotels and dining outlets, the company has also established tie-ups with major shopping malls to roll out attractive promotions in an effort to play its part in promoting Visit Malaysia 2020.
To this end, Visa has announced its partnership with Mid Valley Megamall in Kuala Lumpur recently on Dec 12. Being the world’s leader in digital payments, this partnership seeks to encourage tourists to use digital payment for their purchases during the festive season.
With this campaign Visa cardholders can make payment with their contactless card for purchases made at Mid Valley Megamall here and The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey, Johor Baru, to be eligible for redemption gifts. To sweeten the deal, when they shop on Friday, Saturday or Sunday and on the eve of public holidays and on public holidays, they will also receive eco-friendly metal straws and pans as giveaways for transactions about RM200 and RM350 respectively.
For the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration, Visa and Mid Valley will be introducing another campaign from Jan 5, 2020 to Feb 2, 2020 where Visa cardholders will receive Toys “R” Us vouchers when they spend minimum RM350 with their contactless cards.
Ng notes a tremendous growth in adoption of digital payment.
Visa cardholders in Melaka are also in for a treat as Visa has also partnered with Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, Terminal Pahlawan and Hatten Square. From now till Jan 2, 2020 Visa cardholders will receive a specially designed Barbie canvas shopping bag when they spend minimum RM300 using their contactless cards.
According to Ng, this is part of the effort to propel adoption of digital payment, which has seen a tremendous growth due to the introduction of e-wallets. Furthermore, digital payments are a more convenient and safe way to making payment, as no physical cash is involved and tourists do not need to walk around with a big amount of local currency.
“Many people have the impression that the exchange rate applied when using their cards to make payment in a foreign currency is not as good as what they can get at a money changer. However, this is not necessarily true, as the exchange rate offered by the banks are just as competitive.
“We are extremely excited to promote Malaysia as a tourist destination, especially to our neighbours in Asia Pacific. Based on our data, Singaporeans, Indonesians and the Chinese are the top spenders when they travel to Malaysia. During this festive period, we are partnering with malls frequented by tourists to encourage them to use their payment cards, particularly contactless payments, when they make their purchases here. These promotions are designed to help boost tourism spend as part of the Visit Malaysia 2020 campaign, “ Ng said.
~The Star~
2018年9月2日星期日
SST: Not much difference for service sector
SST: Not much difference for service sector
The implementation of the Sales and Services Tax (SST) beginning this Saturday is not expected to make a major difference in the price of services.
According to tax expert Norsa’adah Ahmad, this was because the six per cent tax imposed on services such as those provided by hotels, insurance, and food catering companies was the same as that imposed by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) before this.
“There should not be much difference with the previous price...most (prices) will remain the same.
“Compared to the effect (of SST) on the price of other goods where the public is watching to see if prices increase or not, the price of services is not expected to show much difference,” she told Bernama today.
However, Norsa’adah who is also a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) did not discount the possibility of double taxation on the price of food and drinks sold in food outlets.
She said a 10 per cent sales tax is imposed on certain products like canned drinks at the production stage and it was not impossible that restaurants would increase their prices to cover the service tax.
Among the services on which the SST is imposed are those provided by night clubs, private clubs, golf clubs, casinos, lotteries, telecommunications, paid television, legal services, accounting services, forwarding agents, architects, engineers, valuers, security, parking, car rentals, advertising, domestic services, information technology services, credit cards and electrical services.
Meanwhile, hoteliers also do not expect an increase in room rates with the SST except for the usual increase during peak periods such as school holidays due to high demand.
However, executive director of the Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners Shaharudin M.Saaid said if the mechanism for the tax was the same as the previous SST, the room rates are expected to decrease.
“If the mechanism is the same as SST 1.0 before the GST was imposed, then room rates should be cheaper as the SST 1.0 did not impose a six per cent tax on service charges,” he said.
He said under the GST, a six per cent tax was imposed on service charges, resulting in an increase in the price of rooms and other services.
However Shaharudin hoped the mechanism for the implementation of the new SST is explained to the hotels quickly to avoid any confusion.
“We are waiting for clarification from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department,” he said. - Bernama
The implementation of the Sales and Services Tax (SST) beginning this Saturday is not expected to make a major difference in the price of services.
According to tax expert Norsa’adah Ahmad, this was because the six per cent tax imposed on services such as those provided by hotels, insurance, and food catering companies was the same as that imposed by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) before this.
“There should not be much difference with the previous price...most (prices) will remain the same.
“Compared to the effect (of SST) on the price of other goods where the public is watching to see if prices increase or not, the price of services is not expected to show much difference,” she told Bernama today.
However, Norsa’adah who is also a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) did not discount the possibility of double taxation on the price of food and drinks sold in food outlets.
She said a 10 per cent sales tax is imposed on certain products like canned drinks at the production stage and it was not impossible that restaurants would increase their prices to cover the service tax.
Among the services on which the SST is imposed are those provided by night clubs, private clubs, golf clubs, casinos, lotteries, telecommunications, paid television, legal services, accounting services, forwarding agents, architects, engineers, valuers, security, parking, car rentals, advertising, domestic services, information technology services, credit cards and electrical services.
Meanwhile, hoteliers also do not expect an increase in room rates with the SST except for the usual increase during peak periods such as school holidays due to high demand.
However, executive director of the Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners Shaharudin M.Saaid said if the mechanism for the tax was the same as the previous SST, the room rates are expected to decrease.
“If the mechanism is the same as SST 1.0 before the GST was imposed, then room rates should be cheaper as the SST 1.0 did not impose a six per cent tax on service charges,” he said.
He said under the GST, a six per cent tax was imposed on service charges, resulting in an increase in the price of rooms and other services.
However Shaharudin hoped the mechanism for the implementation of the new SST is explained to the hotels quickly to avoid any confusion.
“We are waiting for clarification from the Royal Malaysian Customs Department,” he said. - Bernama
2017年11月23日星期四
Fanning new life into Terengganu batik craft
Fanning new life into Terengganu batik craft
Beautiful batik: Maryam showing off some of the items for sale at a pop-up booth in Publika.
It was while she was miles away from the country that Maryam Samirah Shamsuddin developed a love for one of Malaysia’s traditional crafts – batik.
Maryam, who is now in her mid-30s, said that she started collecting and learning about batik when she was studying in Britain.
“You miss home and Malaysian items are not accessible, so you start to dig around to find stuff that reminds you of home,” she said.
This love for batik led her to start Cotton and Sago, a social enterprise aimed at helping Kuala Terengganu’s batik artisans, over a year ago.
“At first I read about batik online and learnt how to differentiate the designs of each maker.
“Then I went to Kuala Terengganu and found out that the number of batik producers had shrunk.
“In the 90s, they had over 300 batik artisans, but three years ago, when I visited, they had less than 10 who were still active,” she said, adding that hand-block batik manufacturing is a dying industry.
She said that the slowdown could be due to the fact that artisans were earning very low wages, which led to the younger generation’s reluctance to enter the trade.
“They were earning about 80 sen per sarong!” she added.
Seeing this situation, Maryam set about to create an enterprise that was not only focused on marketing the traditional hand-block batik, but one that will help create a sustainable future for the artisans.
She said that being a social enterprise, Cotton and Sago also tries to help raise the price of the batik products so that artisans can earn more.
“Now it is possible for them to earn a wage of RM1,000 per month, compared to about RM500 a month previously,” she said.
The profit that the enterprise earns, she said, is channelled into training and upskilling the artisans, including teaching them business skills.
Maryam said that there is a need to help revive the Terengganu traditional hand-block batik industry, as it is fast losing its skilled artisans to age.
“There is only one traditional blockmaker left in Terengganu. Now we have invested into getting a few young apprentices to learn from him,” she said.
“Otherwise there is only Pok Ya (Zakaria Ismail) and he is in his 60s.”
The tradition of producing batik needs to be preserved as batik tells the story of Malaysia, she said.
“The history of batik itself is about Malaysia. There is a theory that (the act of wearing) batik was a replacement for tattoos when Islam came into the country.
“The technique itself came from India. The (usage of) pastel colours came from the Chinese traders’ influences.
“Batik is a canvas and every culture that crosses our (country’s) path leaves a bit of its touch on it.”
~News courtesy of The Star~
Beautiful batik: Maryam showing off some of the items for sale at a pop-up booth in Publika.
It was while she was miles away from the country that Maryam Samirah Shamsuddin developed a love for one of Malaysia’s traditional crafts – batik.
Maryam, who is now in her mid-30s, said that she started collecting and learning about batik when she was studying in Britain.
“You miss home and Malaysian items are not accessible, so you start to dig around to find stuff that reminds you of home,” she said.
This love for batik led her to start Cotton and Sago, a social enterprise aimed at helping Kuala Terengganu’s batik artisans, over a year ago.
“At first I read about batik online and learnt how to differentiate the designs of each maker.
“Then I went to Kuala Terengganu and found out that the number of batik producers had shrunk.
“In the 90s, they had over 300 batik artisans, but three years ago, when I visited, they had less than 10 who were still active,” she said, adding that hand-block batik manufacturing is a dying industry.
She said that the slowdown could be due to the fact that artisans were earning very low wages, which led to the younger generation’s reluctance to enter the trade.
“They were earning about 80 sen per sarong!” she added.
Seeing this situation, Maryam set about to create an enterprise that was not only focused on marketing the traditional hand-block batik, but one that will help create a sustainable future for the artisans.
She said that being a social enterprise, Cotton and Sago also tries to help raise the price of the batik products so that artisans can earn more.
“Now it is possible for them to earn a wage of RM1,000 per month, compared to about RM500 a month previously,” she said.
The profit that the enterprise earns, she said, is channelled into training and upskilling the artisans, including teaching them business skills.
Maryam said that there is a need to help revive the Terengganu traditional hand-block batik industry, as it is fast losing its skilled artisans to age.
“There is only one traditional blockmaker left in Terengganu. Now we have invested into getting a few young apprentices to learn from him,” she said.
“Otherwise there is only Pok Ya (Zakaria Ismail) and he is in his 60s.”
The tradition of producing batik needs to be preserved as batik tells the story of Malaysia, she said.
“The history of batik itself is about Malaysia. There is a theory that (the act of wearing) batik was a replacement for tattoos when Islam came into the country.
“The technique itself came from India. The (usage of) pastel colours came from the Chinese traders’ influences.
“Batik is a canvas and every culture that crosses our (country’s) path leaves a bit of its touch on it.”
~News courtesy of The Star~
2014年12月9日星期二
Pavilion shines for Christmas
Pavilion shines for Christmas
The holiday spirit is in the air at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur as the shopping mall is covered with enchanting Christmas decorations to welcome the season.
To enliven the atmosphere, Pavilion has launched its first Magical Light Show, which is set to be the biggest light show in town.
The magical lights are synchronised to dance to the rhythm of popular Christmas songs and can be viewed by the public at the Bukit Bintang entrance of the mall.
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur marketing director Kung Suan Ai said: “Shopping malls have transcended its role from just shopping to becoming the epicentre of events, art, celebrations and festival.
“People come to shopping malls to celebrate many different occasions, so why not give them something special and memorable to experience during this festive season?
“Christmas is a magical time of the year. When people hear Christmas songs in the air, magical lights and see grand decorations, they instantly join in the holiday spirit. It’s always about bringing communities together,” she added.
Kung added that the Magical Light Show will take place daily at 8pm from now until Jan 4 next year.
More Christmas decorations and activities, including a 12.2m Santa Claus, await visitors at the centre court of the shopping mall.
Bright lights at Pavilion KL.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
The holiday spirit is in the air at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur as the shopping mall is covered with enchanting Christmas decorations to welcome the season.
To enliven the atmosphere, Pavilion has launched its first Magical Light Show, which is set to be the biggest light show in town.
The magical lights are synchronised to dance to the rhythm of popular Christmas songs and can be viewed by the public at the Bukit Bintang entrance of the mall.
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur marketing director Kung Suan Ai said: “Shopping malls have transcended its role from just shopping to becoming the epicentre of events, art, celebrations and festival.
“People come to shopping malls to celebrate many different occasions, so why not give them something special and memorable to experience during this festive season?
“Christmas is a magical time of the year. When people hear Christmas songs in the air, magical lights and see grand decorations, they instantly join in the holiday spirit. It’s always about bringing communities together,” she added.
Kung added that the Magical Light Show will take place daily at 8pm from now until Jan 4 next year.
More Christmas decorations and activities, including a 12.2m Santa Claus, await visitors at the centre court of the shopping mall.
Bright lights at Pavilion KL.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
2013年12月20日星期五
KL's tallest Christmas tree
KL's tallest Christmas tree
The lighting of the tallest Christmas tree in Kuala Lumpur was met with cheers and admiration on a cool night at Suria KLCC recently.
Hours before the lighting up, shoppers had already gathered outside to take pictures in front of the 20-metre high Christmas tree.
The tree is located just outside the mall, facing Lake Symphony.
When the time came for the tree to be lit, over 500 people began the countdown to the lighting of the tree by Suria KLCC chairman Datuk Hashim Wahir.
Thirty thousand environmentally friendly LED lights and hundreds of Christmas baubles made the tree shimmer and sparkle.
The spotlight was on the green giant, which stole the limelight from the towering Petronas Twin Towers.
Spectators were then treated to Christmas carols by the Dithyrambic Singers.
As the tunes of Jingle Bells and We Wish You A Merry Christmas echoed through the night, more tourists and shoppers posed for pictures.
A visitor from Sabah, Clement Wong commented on how nice it was to look at the tree, saying that it was the largest tree he had ever seen.
For American Ron Frisinger, the tree was a sight to behold.
"I have seen taller trees, but this one is certainly beautiful to look at, especially with the Twin Towers behind it," he said.
Meanwhile Hashim said that Suria KLCC is always looking for ways to spread festive cheer among its visitors.
"Christmas is one of those festive seasons that many people find magical and special, so this Christmas we wanted to give our customers something special too.
"By lighting up the tallest tree in the city, we hope it will brighten hearts with some magical moments," he said.
The tree which took five days to complete weighs 13,500kg.
The majestic tree can be viewed by the public at Suria KLCC until Dec 25.
Suria KLCC will also be entertaining visitors with dazzling performances until Dec 26.
Several lucky children will also get to see Santa Claus on stage and receive candy canes.
Datuk Hashim Wahir (third from right) with the members of Suria KLCC’s management team and the beautiful tree in the background.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
The lighting of the tallest Christmas tree in Kuala Lumpur was met with cheers and admiration on a cool night at Suria KLCC recently.
Hours before the lighting up, shoppers had already gathered outside to take pictures in front of the 20-metre high Christmas tree.
The tree is located just outside the mall, facing Lake Symphony.
When the time came for the tree to be lit, over 500 people began the countdown to the lighting of the tree by Suria KLCC chairman Datuk Hashim Wahir.
Thirty thousand environmentally friendly LED lights and hundreds of Christmas baubles made the tree shimmer and sparkle.
The spotlight was on the green giant, which stole the limelight from the towering Petronas Twin Towers.
Spectators were then treated to Christmas carols by the Dithyrambic Singers.
As the tunes of Jingle Bells and We Wish You A Merry Christmas echoed through the night, more tourists and shoppers posed for pictures.
A visitor from Sabah, Clement Wong commented on how nice it was to look at the tree, saying that it was the largest tree he had ever seen.
For American Ron Frisinger, the tree was a sight to behold.
"I have seen taller trees, but this one is certainly beautiful to look at, especially with the Twin Towers behind it," he said.
Meanwhile Hashim said that Suria KLCC is always looking for ways to spread festive cheer among its visitors.
"Christmas is one of those festive seasons that many people find magical and special, so this Christmas we wanted to give our customers something special too.
"By lighting up the tallest tree in the city, we hope it will brighten hearts with some magical moments," he said.
The tree which took five days to complete weighs 13,500kg.
The majestic tree can be viewed by the public at Suria KLCC until Dec 25.
Suria KLCC will also be entertaining visitors with dazzling performances until Dec 26.
Several lucky children will also get to see Santa Claus on stage and receive candy canes.
Datuk Hashim Wahir (third from right) with the members of Suria KLCC’s management team and the beautiful tree in the background.
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
2013年2月20日星期三
Sungei Wang Plaza undergoes major facelift
Sungei Wang Plaza undergoes major facelift to keep up with the times
Staying relevant: An artist’s impression of Sungei Wang Plaza’s facade with its completed walkways.
IN a crowded marketplace where more than a dozen stalls are selling the same product, how does one stay relevant?
“Well, you have to reinvent yourself when you get a little older and keep doing so to stay competitive,’’ said Sungei Wang Plaza complex manager F.K. Tang.
He describes Bukit Bintang’s oldest mall, which opened 36 years ago, as a unique product, being the golden triangle’s first real shopping complex and it has been consistent in reinventing itself to continue attracting shoppers.
“It has managed to stay popular despite facing stiff competition from modern complexes such as Lot 10, Berjaya Times Square, Starhill Gallery and Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.
“We were the first and we were unique and iconic. But those days are over and like everyone else, we too need to remain relevant to stay on top,’’ said Tang, adding that the retail sector was continuously transforming itself and industry players had no choice but change with the times.
Tang said the Government’s plan to turn Bukit Bintang and KLCC into the country’s official premier shopping districts was in line with its Tourism National Key Economic Area (NKEA), thus serving as a catalyst to change.
The mall, which name when translated means “River of Gold”, is undergoing massive refurbishment involving the facade, ceilings, flooring, stage, toilets and other new additions.
Despite the refurbishment works, shoppers are still allowed in.
Unique: The iconic Sungei Wang Plaza looking brighter and better with new tiles.
“Work is only carried out after 10pm when the mall closes. We have, however, ensured that safety measures are in place, including making sure there is sufficient temporary lighting,’’ said Tang.
He said signs had been placed at strategic locations to alert shoppers.
“Once work is completed, the mall will be better and brighter, offering shoppers convenience and a pleasant experience,” he said, adding that the RM40mil refurbishment was expected to be completed by the end of October.
The mall, with its maze of corridors and walkways, is usually packed with people, especially during weekends.
Tang said the draw was the hundreds of small shops and kiosks offering a diverse range of products.
Sungei Wang opened in 1977 as a strata-title mall when it was first developed by Sungei Wang Plaza Sdn Bhd. Out of the nett lettable area (NLA) measuring 8,000 sq ft, CapitaMalls now owns 61.9% of the units or a NLA of 450,470 sq ft.
“With more than 800 shops covering about 1.2 million sq ft, Sungei Wang is a treasure trove.
“We are popular for fashion and beauty products. We have at least 10 haircare retailers, a major mobile phone market as well as extensive food and beverage choices, ” he said.
The award-winning mall’s latest addition is a food court with a modern feel.
The other draw is that Sungei Wang makes it a point to organise activities for all during the festive and school holiday period.
“They do not call us the happening mall for nothing,’’ said Tang.
“Our calendar is marked with a range of activities to keep shoppers entertained all year round.
“Last year, we held concerts, contests, fashion shows and corporate social responsibility programmes for shoppers.
An important feature in the refurbishment exercise involves a covered walkway that will be built along the fiesta street in front of the mall, offering the public seamless connectivity.
The walkway will be linked to Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s walkway, which starts from Imbi Plaza to the Bukit Bintang monorail station, and will include the Bukit Bintang MRT station that is under construction.
“Connectivity and accessibility are important factors that make a city a tourist attraction and we want to ensure that our mall is well connected,’’ Tang said.
In a survey conducted by CNN recently, Kuala Lumpur was ranked the fourth best shopping city. How-ever, despite scoring high points for value and variety, it scored low for connectivity.
“We need to improve in this aspect as it is important, just like how taxi services are important to draw the crowd,’’ Tang said.
For Sungei Wang Plaza, winning awards is nothing new.
In 2001, it received the Excellence Award (Shopping Centre category) from then Kuala Lumpur mayor Tan Sri Ahmad Fuad Ismail at the Kuala Lumpur Mayor’s Tourism Awards.
The award is aimed at recognising and rewarding establishments and individuals who have helped promote Kuala Lumpur as an international tourist destination.
“The award recognises the best brands from Malaysia and Asia-Pacific, and Sungei Wang Plaza was selected based on criteria such as brand strategy, identity and brand culture,’’ Tang explained.
Other international awards won by the mall include the FIABCI Prix d’Excellence 1996 (Special Award-Retail Properties Category) from the Federation Internationale des Admin-strateurs de Biens et de Conseil Immobiliers, the Tourism Malaysia Awards for the Best Shopping Com-plex in 1996/1997 and the Best Supporting Shopping Outlet - Shop-ping Complex Category 2001/2002.
Sungei Wang also emerged first runner-up in the Flora Fest 2007- Shopping Complex Lobby Floral Decoration competition.
“We are not aiming to be different; we are different.
“We want to be the best and to achieve this, we are changing with the times,’’ said Tang.
～News courtesy of The Star～
2013年1月28日星期一
Sunway Pyramid welcomes Chinese New Year
Sunway Pyramid recreates docking junk to welcome Chinese New Year
New tourism platform: (From left) Ooi, Liang, Poo, Kam, H.C. Chan, Sunway Group property investment division managing director Datuk Ngeow Voon Yean, Ooi’s manager Susan Ooi and Sunway Shopping Malls chief operating officer Kevin Tan
Chinese New Year festivities have blown into Sunway Pyramid with the launch of its Winds of Fortune showcase.
Speaking during the launch recently, chief executive officer H.C. Chan said: “Shopping malls have now become a platform to showcase festivals to both locals and tourists.”
For its showcase this year, a replica of a Chinese Junk, the Sha-Chuan, docked at Fortune Harbour has been recreated at LG1 Concourse level.
“The junk symbolises the journey of sailing together into prosperity in 2013 and it is also a symbol of wealth,” said Chan.
To complement the scene, the concourse has been decorated with willow trees, red lanterns, sacks, crates and wooden barrels.
Shoppers will not only have a chance to enjoy the showcase but also get to walk through the Fortune Harbour and board the Sha-Chuan.
To add to the merriment, Sunway Pyramid will conduct various activities for shoppers, including lion dance performances, Spring Fleur Market, Sand Bottle workshop, Calligraphy workshop as well as a repeat of the Shanghai Tang Dance drama for those who missed it during the launch.
Also, Sunway Pyramid mascots Leo and Leona will give out treasure boxes during their walkabout.
While the festive season is a time for celebration, the shopping centre has also taken the opportunity to involve shoppers in its Some of Us Campaign: Food for Thoughts to help the underprivileged.
Capital FM radio announcer Xandria Ooi said the campaign was aimed at encouraging shoppers to put more thought into food and appreciate it.
Ooi, together with celebrities Joanne Kam, Liang and Chermaine Poo, donated food to the food bank.
The proceeds from the sales will be channelled to Jumble Station, a community outreach initiative to help single parents and the underprivileged.
“Non-perishable items can be donated to the Food for Thoughts box in front of Cold Storage and AEON until Feb 24,” said Ooi.
The Winds of Fortune showcase will be held until Feb 12.
~News courtesy of The Star~
2012年1月10日星期二
Shopping centre’s main CNY attraction
Shopping centre’s main CNY attraction is 600ft dragon
THE Year of the Dragon is almost upon us with shopping centres around Kuala Lumpur gearing up for Chinese New Year with magnificent displays.
The Pavilion shopping centre recently unveiled its very own “Dragon Festival” centre court bazaar.
The star attraction is a 600ft awe-inspiring dragon that greets shoppers as they enter the mall.
Roll on: The dragon dance marks the opening of the Pavilion KL Chinese New Year festivities.
“The Dragon is one of the most positive spirits of the Chinese Zodiac, signifying power, wealth and luck. As such, our aim is to create a grand and awe-inspiring experience for this Chinese New Year,” said Pavilion KL CEO Joyce Yap.
The Pavilion dragon, which took over two months to complete, is the largest centre court display in all of Malaysia and has already become a popular photography attraction.
However, the dragon is just one feature of Pavilion’s Chinese New Year extravaganza.
The month-long festivities at Pavilion include daily performances, lion and dragon dances, LED displays, dragon beard candy and calligraphy stalls as well as opportunities to dress in traditional Chinese costume.
Standing tall: The lion dance is still an important element of any CNY celebration.
Highlights include the eight lion dance and the double dragon dance which will take place at 4.30pm every Saturday and Sunday respectively.
The LED Lion Dance, taking place every Sunday at 8pm, is another not-to-be missed performance.
“The lion and dragon dances are only seen during Chinese New Year so we try to make it a special ocassion,” said Raymond Kue, executive director of Q Brothers and choreographer of the auspicious performances.
While Chinese New Year has embraced some modern elements over the years, Pavilion’s marketing director Kung Suan Ai said that many traditions continued to remain a part of the celebrations.
“We still have loud drumming, lanterns which symbolise prosperity and ang pow.
For luck and prosperity: Traditional tossing of yee sang.
“As we are catering to an urban market, the ang pow has adapted to meet consumer needs.
“Instead of money, we put coupons in the auspicious envelopes which are handed out to shoppers by the god of prosperity,” said Kung.
Chinese New Year festivities at Pavilion shopping centre in Bukit Bintang are definitely a feast for the senses.
“We bring in millions of people of all cultures, ages, religions and nationalities. As such, our role is to promote Malaysian culture and educate people who might not know too much about our country,” said Kung.
“The celebration really is for everyone and when you see everyone enjoying it you know you have done well.”
Pavilion’s centre court display will be on until Feb 6.
~News courtesy of The Star~
THE Year of the Dragon is almost upon us with shopping centres around Kuala Lumpur gearing up for Chinese New Year with magnificent displays.
The Pavilion shopping centre recently unveiled its very own “Dragon Festival” centre court bazaar.
The star attraction is a 600ft awe-inspiring dragon that greets shoppers as they enter the mall.
Roll on: The dragon dance marks the opening of the Pavilion KL Chinese New Year festivities.
“The Dragon is one of the most positive spirits of the Chinese Zodiac, signifying power, wealth and luck. As such, our aim is to create a grand and awe-inspiring experience for this Chinese New Year,” said Pavilion KL CEO Joyce Yap.
The Pavilion dragon, which took over two months to complete, is the largest centre court display in all of Malaysia and has already become a popular photography attraction.
However, the dragon is just one feature of Pavilion’s Chinese New Year extravaganza.
The month-long festivities at Pavilion include daily performances, lion and dragon dances, LED displays, dragon beard candy and calligraphy stalls as well as opportunities to dress in traditional Chinese costume.
Standing tall: The lion dance is still an important element of any CNY celebration.
Highlights include the eight lion dance and the double dragon dance which will take place at 4.30pm every Saturday and Sunday respectively.
The LED Lion Dance, taking place every Sunday at 8pm, is another not-to-be missed performance.
“The lion and dragon dances are only seen during Chinese New Year so we try to make it a special ocassion,” said Raymond Kue, executive director of Q Brothers and choreographer of the auspicious performances.
While Chinese New Year has embraced some modern elements over the years, Pavilion’s marketing director Kung Suan Ai said that many traditions continued to remain a part of the celebrations.
“We still have loud drumming, lanterns which symbolise prosperity and ang pow.
For luck and prosperity: Traditional tossing of yee sang.
“As we are catering to an urban market, the ang pow has adapted to meet consumer needs.
“Instead of money, we put coupons in the auspicious envelopes which are handed out to shoppers by the god of prosperity,” said Kung.
Chinese New Year festivities at Pavilion shopping centre in Bukit Bintang are definitely a feast for the senses.
“We bring in millions of people of all cultures, ages, religions and nationalities. As such, our role is to promote Malaysian culture and educate people who might not know too much about our country,” said Kung.
“The celebration really is for everyone and when you see everyone enjoying it you know you have done well.”
Pavilion’s centre court display will be on until Feb 6.
~News courtesy of The Star~
2011年7月1日星期五
Temperature rising at mall
Temperature rising at mall
THE latest shopping spot in Bukit Bintang — fahrenheit88 — joins in the hype and excitement for the 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival (1MMSC) from now till Aug 31.
Great duty-free offers, discounts, promotions and contest are on throughout the sale carnival. With free vouchers, gifts and contest prizes worth up to RM100,000 to be given away, be sure to free yourself for the 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival 2011 at fahrenheit88.
Stand a chance to win amazing duty-free prizes worth up to RM20,000. Every RM100 charged to your MasterCard or RM150 spent in a single receipt mall-wide entitles you to one form. Maximum of 10 forms redeemable at Concierge Counter, Ground Floor. jewellery sets, designer fragrance hampers, stylish accessories and so much more to be won.
You can also get a free RM10 shopping voucher when you charge RM100 to your MasterCard or RM100 in a single receipt mall-wide.
For Mastercard holders, get a free gift when you charge RM200 in a single receipt to your card.
The first 200 shoppers get free coffee or ice-cream treats when you charge RM200 in a single receipt to your MasterCard.
Shopping is now made easy at fahrenheit88 with free two-hour parking when you spend RM100 in a single receipt at any specialty stores or RM300 at Uniqlo. Redemption at Concierge Counter, Ground Floor.
Enjoy great discounts, offers and promotions at participating shops.
·Get up to 70% off at Geb, Icon Fashion and Material.
·Get up to 50% off at A8, Bare Face, Da Louis, Donald and Claire, Focus Point, My Diamond, Poxzl and Summit.
·Get up to 30% off at Leather Avenue, My Diamond and Porgie & Co.
·Get up to 20% off at A8, Crocs, G-Factory, Leather Avenue and Material.
·Get up to 10% off at California Pizza Kitchen, Crocs, Folli Follie and Material.
·Receive free gift with purchase at A8, Donald and Claire, Mircoz, Pacific Coffee Company, R20, The Perfume Shop and Thai Odyssey.
·Enjoy special deals at Catch Up, Discreet, Diva, Larrie, Love G and Thai Odyssey.
~News courtesy of The Star~
THE latest shopping spot in Bukit Bintang — fahrenheit88 — joins in the hype and excitement for the 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival (1MMSC) from now till Aug 31.
Great duty-free offers, discounts, promotions and contest are on throughout the sale carnival. With free vouchers, gifts and contest prizes worth up to RM100,000 to be given away, be sure to free yourself for the 1Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival 2011 at fahrenheit88.
Stand a chance to win amazing duty-free prizes worth up to RM20,000. Every RM100 charged to your MasterCard or RM150 spent in a single receipt mall-wide entitles you to one form. Maximum of 10 forms redeemable at Concierge Counter, Ground Floor. jewellery sets, designer fragrance hampers, stylish accessories and so much more to be won.
You can also get a free RM10 shopping voucher when you charge RM100 to your MasterCard or RM100 in a single receipt mall-wide.
For Mastercard holders, get a free gift when you charge RM200 in a single receipt to your card.
The first 200 shoppers get free coffee or ice-cream treats when you charge RM200 in a single receipt to your MasterCard.
Shopping is now made easy at fahrenheit88 with free two-hour parking when you spend RM100 in a single receipt at any specialty stores or RM300 at Uniqlo. Redemption at Concierge Counter, Ground Floor.
Enjoy great discounts, offers and promotions at participating shops.
·Get up to 70% off at Geb, Icon Fashion and Material.
·Get up to 50% off at A8, Bare Face, Da Louis, Donald and Claire, Focus Point, My Diamond, Poxzl and Summit.
·Get up to 30% off at Leather Avenue, My Diamond and Porgie & Co.
·Get up to 20% off at A8, Crocs, G-Factory, Leather Avenue and Material.
·Get up to 10% off at California Pizza Kitchen, Crocs, Folli Follie and Material.
·Receive free gift with purchase at A8, Donald and Claire, Mircoz, Pacific Coffee Company, R20, The Perfume Shop and Thai Odyssey.
·Enjoy special deals at Catch Up, Discreet, Diva, Larrie, Love G and Thai Odyssey.
~News courtesy of The Star~
2011年6月14日星期二
2011年5月27日星期五
Bookshop offering 50% discount
Bookshop offering 50% discount for clearance sale
THE Big BookShop in Atria Shopping Complex is having a clearance sale with 50% storewide discount from its already marked-down low prices.
Its manager-in-charge K.C. Chow said the bookshop was moving out soon because of redevelopment plans. “Since we are moving out, we wanted to have a good clearance instead of bringing back stocks to the warehouse.
“And a 50% storewide discount is our way of rewarding loyal customers and avid book readers,” said Chow.
He said Big BookShop in Atria has always operated as a warehouse concept for the past couple of years where good-value books are sold for really low prices.
“For a novel that usually retails between RM35 and RM40 in the market, we will sell it at RM15.
“And now with the 50% discount, it means we are selling the novel at RM7.50,” said Chow.
He said bookworms can expect a good range of books which also boasts of overseas publishers like Harper Collins and Random House, among others.
For children, there are the Ladybird books to buy while people who love to cook can look forward to the Family Circle Mini Cookbooks that are going for RM1 only. There are various topics under this mini cookbook series to select from such as sizzling wok and roast to tapas as well as fats and carbohydrates.
The 50%, said Chow, was applicable to everything which included general titles, novels, hobbies, business, health and cookery except for local school books that were given a 20% discount.
Stationeries are also going at a special 20% off.
“We have received positive feedback from the public since we started on May 20.
“The prices are amazingly low, the books are brand new and titles are current.
“In fact, for Times Edition books as well as Hannah Montana and High School Musical, we are selling them at 70% discount, which translates to RM3 per book only,” said Chow.
The clearance sale ends on Sunday, with over 150,000 books to be cleared. It is held from 11am to 9pm.
Big Bookshop is located on the first floor of Atria in Damansara Jaya, Petaling Jaya.
~News courtesy of The Star~
THE Big BookShop in Atria Shopping Complex is having a clearance sale with 50% storewide discount from its already marked-down low prices.
Its manager-in-charge K.C. Chow said the bookshop was moving out soon because of redevelopment plans. “Since we are moving out, we wanted to have a good clearance instead of bringing back stocks to the warehouse.
“And a 50% storewide discount is our way of rewarding loyal customers and avid book readers,” said Chow.
He said Big BookShop in Atria has always operated as a warehouse concept for the past couple of years where good-value books are sold for really low prices.
“For a novel that usually retails between RM35 and RM40 in the market, we will sell it at RM15.
“And now with the 50% discount, it means we are selling the novel at RM7.50,” said Chow.
He said bookworms can expect a good range of books which also boasts of overseas publishers like Harper Collins and Random House, among others.
For children, there are the Ladybird books to buy while people who love to cook can look forward to the Family Circle Mini Cookbooks that are going for RM1 only. There are various topics under this mini cookbook series to select from such as sizzling wok and roast to tapas as well as fats and carbohydrates.
The 50%, said Chow, was applicable to everything which included general titles, novels, hobbies, business, health and cookery except for local school books that were given a 20% discount.
Stationeries are also going at a special 20% off.
“We have received positive feedback from the public since we started on May 20.
“The prices are amazingly low, the books are brand new and titles are current.
“In fact, for Times Edition books as well as Hannah Montana and High School Musical, we are selling them at 70% discount, which translates to RM3 per book only,” said Chow.
The clearance sale ends on Sunday, with over 150,000 books to be cleared. It is held from 11am to 9pm.
Big Bookshop is located on the first floor of Atria in Damansara Jaya, Petaling Jaya.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Mall to open Japanese-themed precinct
Mall to open Japanese-themed precinct in July
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur (KL) will be launching its latest themed precinct, Tokyo Street, inspired by the modern yet traditional Asakusa district in July this year.
As with the popular district located in Japan’s capital city Tokyo, one of the key focal attractions at this area will be a giant red lantern that will greet visitors entering the 6th Floor precinct.
“Our lantern will be a bit smaller compared to the one in the real Asakusa but it is fabricated by the same company that created the original,” shopping centre head of design and fit-out Tan Peng Han said, adding that it took three months for the lantern to be completed.
Raising the red lantern: (From left) Yap along with leasing director Lovell Ho and design and fit-out head Tan Peng Han unveiling the logo for Tokyo Street, the new themed precinct to be opened in July.
Pavilion KL retail chief executive officer Joyce Yap said they wanted to offer customers an authentic Japanese experience and even brought in real Japanese brands to this end.
“Of the 29 confirmed brands we have opening in Tokyo Street, 12 are authentically Japanese while the rest feature Japanese concepts.
“Currently, 95% of the area is occupied with over 60% of the brands debuting for the first time in Malaysia,” Yap said at the press conference to announce the precinct.
The confirmed brands are mainly food and beverage types followed by retail and services such as a hair salon and a travel agent.
“We decided to do Tokyo Street after extensive research as there is a rising interest among consumers in Japanese-themed trends,” Yap said.
The total gross floor area of the precinct will be 3,716sq m whereas the total net lettable area is 2,517.59sq m with 41 lots including kiosks.
Yap also said that the target market was 70% local and 50% tourists.
“We will primarily target the urban crowd, modern individuals who relish the energy of Tokyo and the dynamism of cosmopolitan living with a love of fashion, gadgets, dining and entertainment,” she said.
The secondary market will be the Japanese expatriate community. “We hope they will come to regard Tokyo Street as a home outside of Japan,” she added.
Special concierge staff who will be able to speak Japanese will also be on hand to assist customers at the precinct that will emulate the Japanese way of living in many ways.
Japanese culture will also come alive at the precinct through various celebrations that will be organised from time to time such as Tanabata, Tango No Sekku (Boys’ Day) and Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival).
Yap said lots of effort and investment had gone into creating Tokyo Street.
“Creating a precinct or a concept like this is not just about acquiring hardware. It takes lots of planning, marketing, pricing and research. If this precinct is successful, it is possible we will look into creating others to emulate other cultures,” she said.
Yap said that they would continue working closely with the Tourism Ministry to get Tokyo Street recognised as a prime tourism destination in the Bukit Bintang area and within Pavilion KL.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Pavilion Kuala Lumpur (KL) will be launching its latest themed precinct, Tokyo Street, inspired by the modern yet traditional Asakusa district in July this year.
As with the popular district located in Japan’s capital city Tokyo, one of the key focal attractions at this area will be a giant red lantern that will greet visitors entering the 6th Floor precinct.
“Our lantern will be a bit smaller compared to the one in the real Asakusa but it is fabricated by the same company that created the original,” shopping centre head of design and fit-out Tan Peng Han said, adding that it took three months for the lantern to be completed.
Raising the red lantern: (From left) Yap along with leasing director Lovell Ho and design and fit-out head Tan Peng Han unveiling the logo for Tokyo Street, the new themed precinct to be opened in July.Pavilion KL retail chief executive officer Joyce Yap said they wanted to offer customers an authentic Japanese experience and even brought in real Japanese brands to this end.
“Of the 29 confirmed brands we have opening in Tokyo Street, 12 are authentically Japanese while the rest feature Japanese concepts.
“Currently, 95% of the area is occupied with over 60% of the brands debuting for the first time in Malaysia,” Yap said at the press conference to announce the precinct.
The confirmed brands are mainly food and beverage types followed by retail and services such as a hair salon and a travel agent.
“We decided to do Tokyo Street after extensive research as there is a rising interest among consumers in Japanese-themed trends,” Yap said.
The total gross floor area of the precinct will be 3,716sq m whereas the total net lettable area is 2,517.59sq m with 41 lots including kiosks.
Yap also said that the target market was 70% local and 50% tourists.
“We will primarily target the urban crowd, modern individuals who relish the energy of Tokyo and the dynamism of cosmopolitan living with a love of fashion, gadgets, dining and entertainment,” she said.
The secondary market will be the Japanese expatriate community. “We hope they will come to regard Tokyo Street as a home outside of Japan,” she added.
Special concierge staff who will be able to speak Japanese will also be on hand to assist customers at the precinct that will emulate the Japanese way of living in many ways.
Japanese culture will also come alive at the precinct through various celebrations that will be organised from time to time such as Tanabata, Tango No Sekku (Boys’ Day) and Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival).
Yap said lots of effort and investment had gone into creating Tokyo Street.
“Creating a precinct or a concept like this is not just about acquiring hardware. It takes lots of planning, marketing, pricing and research. If this precinct is successful, it is possible we will look into creating others to emulate other cultures,” she said.
Yap said that they would continue working closely with the Tourism Ministry to get Tokyo Street recognised as a prime tourism destination in the Bukit Bintang area and within Pavilion KL.
~News courtesy of The Star~
2011年5月21日星期六
Largest gathering of supercars in a mall
Largest gathering of supercars in a mall
OVER 100 super cars roared their way into the cavernous courtyard of ‘space u8’ recently, making it the largest single gathering inside a mall in Malaysia.
The Ferraris, Porsches, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins and Maseratis assembled at Shah Alam’s newest mall as a prelude to the 2011 Supercar Charity Challenge, raised funds for orphanages in Negri Sembilan, Malacca and Johor.
“We are thrilled to offer space u8’s 70,000sq ft courtyard as the venue for the charity event and it reflects the mall’s identity as a fun, lifestyle location,” said its chief executive officer Raja Ahmad Nizam Raja Razali.
The mall which is located in the Bukit Jelutong township will also host the inaugural Shah Alam Motor Show from June 23 to 26 which will be open to the public, offering a range of activities for car enthusiasts and families.
“Space u8 is gearing up for our soft launch a little later this year and this is our way of inviting people for a fun sneak preview while contributing to charity as we are also a main sponsor of the Supercar Charity Challenge,” added Raja Ahmad.
~News courtesy of The Star~
OVER 100 super cars roared their way into the cavernous courtyard of ‘space u8’ recently, making it the largest single gathering inside a mall in Malaysia.
The Ferraris, Porsches, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins and Maseratis assembled at Shah Alam’s newest mall as a prelude to the 2011 Supercar Charity Challenge, raised funds for orphanages in Negri Sembilan, Malacca and Johor.
“We are thrilled to offer space u8’s 70,000sq ft courtyard as the venue for the charity event and it reflects the mall’s identity as a fun, lifestyle location,” said its chief executive officer Raja Ahmad Nizam Raja Razali.
The mall which is located in the Bukit Jelutong township will also host the inaugural Shah Alam Motor Show from June 23 to 26 which will be open to the public, offering a range of activities for car enthusiasts and families.
“Space u8 is gearing up for our soft launch a little later this year and this is our way of inviting people for a fun sneak preview while contributing to charity as we are also a main sponsor of the Supercar Charity Challenge,” added Raja Ahmad.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Landscape paintings
Landscape paintings
THE Han’s Art Gallery is having an art exhibition featuring Chong Buck Tee’s Chinese landscape paintings. The exhibition runs until May 29 at L320, 3rd Floor, Amcorp Mall, 18, Persiaran Barat, Petaling Jaya. The gallery is open from 11am to 7pm. The gallery is closed on Mondays. For details, call 03-7954 0805.
~Info courtesy of The Star~
THE Han’s Art Gallery is having an art exhibition featuring Chong Buck Tee’s Chinese landscape paintings. The exhibition runs until May 29 at L320, 3rd Floor, Amcorp Mall, 18, Persiaran Barat, Petaling Jaya. The gallery is open from 11am to 7pm. The gallery is closed on Mondays. For details, call 03-7954 0805.
~Info courtesy of The Star~
2011年5月14日星期六
Fashion month
Fashion month
MAY will be a month for fashion at Sunway Pyramid with the theme High Fashion High Tea. With purchases of more than RM100 in a single receipt until May 19 customers will stand a chance to get their fashion bills paid in full and a chance to embark on a day of RM20,000 cash shopping spree. Spend more and you might get a free makeover complete with a High Fashion High-Tea photo shoot. Visitors can also enjoy high-tea at selected outlets along with a preview of what’s latest in fashion. For details, call Sunway Pyramid at 03-7494 3100 or log on to www.sunwaypyramid.com.
~Info courtesy of The Star~
MAY will be a month for fashion at Sunway Pyramid with the theme High Fashion High Tea. With purchases of more than RM100 in a single receipt until May 19 customers will stand a chance to get their fashion bills paid in full and a chance to embark on a day of RM20,000 cash shopping spree. Spend more and you might get a free makeover complete with a High Fashion High-Tea photo shoot. Visitors can also enjoy high-tea at selected outlets along with a preview of what’s latest in fashion. For details, call Sunway Pyramid at 03-7494 3100 or log on to www.sunwaypyramid.com.
~Info courtesy of The Star~
2011年5月11日星期三
Uniqlo opens second outlet at KLCC
Uniqlo opens second outlet at Suria KLCC
HUNDREDS of smiling shoppers made their way out of the Uniqlo Suria KLCC store last Friday, some with several bags in tow.
Queues were formed several hours ahead of the opening of Uniqlo’s second store in Malaysia, which is located at Lots C19-21, Concourse Level, Suria KLCC.
Many were there to purchase selected wardrobe staples like t-shirts, jeans and sandals that were being offered at introductory prices by Uniqlo.
Colourful t-shirts: Shoppers checking out the various Uniqlo t-shirts depicting a variety of pop culture, art elements and designs at Uniqlo Suria KLCC.
Asked about the brand’s popularity, Uniqlo Asia/Japan managing director and group executive vice president Naoki Otoma attributed it to the brand’s universal appeal and products that are of good quality and price.
“It is the people who choose the clothes they want to wear, not the other way around.
“They can mix and match the items according to their style and preferences,” he said.
For both genders: Uniqlo offers a full range of apparel that can be used to mix and match.
Uniqlo, which declared its clothing is “made for all”, is known for its stylish, high quality and affordable clothing incorporating Japanese technology.
“We are happy with Uniqlo KLCC’s store location. While we hope to expand on the store size, our focus right now is on the business angle,” said Otoma.
He revealed Uniqlo has rapid expansion plans, with the intention to have more stores in Malaysia.
“Uniqlo has been very well accepted in Kuala Lumpur, not unlike the stores in other cities like Hong Kong or New York.
“After our first two outlets located within the heart of KL, we are now in negotiations to open our next outlet in the Klang Valley.
“We plan to open 10 stores within three years, with at least five in KL. Once we have achieved that, we will look into locations in other states,” said Otoma.
It was reported Fast Retailing Co, which runs Uniqlo, would open its second store in Malaysia and two more outlets in Singapore by May, making it a total of five stores in the island country.
Uniqlo Japan and Uniqlo International recorded sales of ¥605.5bil (RM22.46bil) and ¥72.7bil (RM2.7bil) respectively for fiscal year 2010.
On Uniqlo’s numerous creative collaborations, Otomo said either the brand approached those with news value for their creation or ideas, or the designer suggested a collaboration with the brand.
“Most importantly, there must be global appeal. The designer must understand Uniqlo’s philosophy, hence there will be mutual discussions to reach that goal.
“As a fashion brand, most of Uniqlo’s collaborations are with fashion designers, although our UT t-shirts do feature various organisations and creative projects,” he added.
While there are no plans at the moment, Otomo said they are open to the possibility of collaborating with a Malaysian designer.
“We believe in 10 years’ time, the Malaysian economy will be equivalent to that of Japan, and the Asian market will be the huge driving force in the economy.
“We hope to see Uniqlo being a part of the Malaysian lifestyle like how Uniqlo is in Japan.” Otoma said.
A fashion showcase featuring renowned Malaysian personalities like Alex Yoong, Deborah Henry, Dennis Lau, Yasmin Hani, Josiah Ng and Ella took place at a pre-opening party on the eve of Uniqlo Suria KLCC’s store opening.
~News courtesy of The Star~
HUNDREDS of smiling shoppers made their way out of the Uniqlo Suria KLCC store last Friday, some with several bags in tow.
Queues were formed several hours ahead of the opening of Uniqlo’s second store in Malaysia, which is located at Lots C19-21, Concourse Level, Suria KLCC.
Many were there to purchase selected wardrobe staples like t-shirts, jeans and sandals that were being offered at introductory prices by Uniqlo.
Colourful t-shirts: Shoppers checking out the various Uniqlo t-shirts depicting a variety of pop culture, art elements and designs at Uniqlo Suria KLCC.
Asked about the brand’s popularity, Uniqlo Asia/Japan managing director and group executive vice president Naoki Otoma attributed it to the brand’s universal appeal and products that are of good quality and price.
“It is the people who choose the clothes they want to wear, not the other way around.
“They can mix and match the items according to their style and preferences,” he said.
For both genders: Uniqlo offers a full range of apparel that can be used to mix and match.
Uniqlo, which declared its clothing is “made for all”, is known for its stylish, high quality and affordable clothing incorporating Japanese technology.
“We are happy with Uniqlo KLCC’s store location. While we hope to expand on the store size, our focus right now is on the business angle,” said Otoma.
He revealed Uniqlo has rapid expansion plans, with the intention to have more stores in Malaysia.
“Uniqlo has been very well accepted in Kuala Lumpur, not unlike the stores in other cities like Hong Kong or New York.
“After our first two outlets located within the heart of KL, we are now in negotiations to open our next outlet in the Klang Valley.
“We plan to open 10 stores within three years, with at least five in KL. Once we have achieved that, we will look into locations in other states,” said Otoma.
It was reported Fast Retailing Co, which runs Uniqlo, would open its second store in Malaysia and two more outlets in Singapore by May, making it a total of five stores in the island country.
Uniqlo Japan and Uniqlo International recorded sales of ¥605.5bil (RM22.46bil) and ¥72.7bil (RM2.7bil) respectively for fiscal year 2010.
On Uniqlo’s numerous creative collaborations, Otomo said either the brand approached those with news value for their creation or ideas, or the designer suggested a collaboration with the brand.
“Most importantly, there must be global appeal. The designer must understand Uniqlo’s philosophy, hence there will be mutual discussions to reach that goal.
“As a fashion brand, most of Uniqlo’s collaborations are with fashion designers, although our UT t-shirts do feature various organisations and creative projects,” he added.
While there are no plans at the moment, Otomo said they are open to the possibility of collaborating with a Malaysian designer.
“We believe in 10 years’ time, the Malaysian economy will be equivalent to that of Japan, and the Asian market will be the huge driving force in the economy.
“We hope to see Uniqlo being a part of the Malaysian lifestyle like how Uniqlo is in Japan.” Otoma said.
A fashion showcase featuring renowned Malaysian personalities like Alex Yoong, Deborah Henry, Dennis Lau, Yasmin Hani, Josiah Ng and Ella took place at a pre-opening party on the eve of Uniqlo Suria KLCC’s store opening.
~News courtesy of The Star~
2011年4月30日星期六
Mall’s Fashion Week to present latest trends
Mall’s Fashion Week to present latest trends
THE Fashion Week returns at the Curve with the latest collection of trendy designs for urbanites.
The Fashion Week that runs from May 5 to 8 will kick off with a gala night on May 5.
Celebrity models like Tengku Azura, model-actor-emcee Hansen Lee, Miss Malaysia World 2009 Thanuja Ananthan and well- known international model Joey R are set to strut the runway during the night.
Popular comedienne Joanne Kam Poh Poh will be producing the gala night.
Strutting it: Models line the runway showcasing outfits for every occasion, from casual dress to formal business attire and evening wear.
The Fashion Week, which will be hosted by bubbly VJ Natalie Kniese, will bearing the theme ‘Revolution in Progress’ and boast a diverse range of brands catering to modern lifestyle.
Women can look forward to collections from August 8, Elements, T-Joue, Nichii, Kitschen, Cache Cache, Debenhams and Metrojaya for the latest in ready-to-wear staples.
G2000 Men is also set to wow male shoppers with the current office trends while Binwani’s and Fit & Match will dazzle the crowd with tailor-made costumes for both men and women.
Hush Puppies and Rockport are also set to show off the latest in shoe designs while Girls and Ginger Snaps, a new addition to children’s fashion in the Curve, will hold fashion shows for children as well.
The Curve centre manager Adele D. Flores said through the event they wanted to expose shoppers to fresh designs in clothing and accessories.
“We want shoppers to experiment with new and ‘edgy’ fashion styles as creativity knows no boundaries,” she said.
In conjunction with the Fashion Week, shoppers stand a chance to win exciting prizes like a brand new Hyundai Sonata 2.0L worth RM134,888 in the Curve’s “Drive the Hyundai Home” contest.
From May 5 to June 15, shoppers who spend RM100 and above in a maximum of two receipts, and answer a few questions will be eligible to be in the running to win the car.
At the gala night, Astro Battle-ground 2009 winners Katoon Network are set to keep the crowd entertained with their quick moves.
KL Stompers, a new-age style percussion group will also be wowing the crowd with their unique blend of high-impact performance and sounds of junk percussion.
~News courtesy of The Star~
THE Fashion Week returns at the Curve with the latest collection of trendy designs for urbanites.
The Fashion Week that runs from May 5 to 8 will kick off with a gala night on May 5.
Celebrity models like Tengku Azura, model-actor-emcee Hansen Lee, Miss Malaysia World 2009 Thanuja Ananthan and well- known international model Joey R are set to strut the runway during the night.
Popular comedienne Joanne Kam Poh Poh will be producing the gala night.
Strutting it: Models line the runway showcasing outfits for every occasion, from casual dress to formal business attire and evening wear.
The Fashion Week, which will be hosted by bubbly VJ Natalie Kniese, will bearing the theme ‘Revolution in Progress’ and boast a diverse range of brands catering to modern lifestyle.
Women can look forward to collections from August 8, Elements, T-Joue, Nichii, Kitschen, Cache Cache, Debenhams and Metrojaya for the latest in ready-to-wear staples.
G2000 Men is also set to wow male shoppers with the current office trends while Binwani’s and Fit & Match will dazzle the crowd with tailor-made costumes for both men and women.
Hush Puppies and Rockport are also set to show off the latest in shoe designs while Girls and Ginger Snaps, a new addition to children’s fashion in the Curve, will hold fashion shows for children as well.
The Curve centre manager Adele D. Flores said through the event they wanted to expose shoppers to fresh designs in clothing and accessories.
“We want shoppers to experiment with new and ‘edgy’ fashion styles as creativity knows no boundaries,” she said.
In conjunction with the Fashion Week, shoppers stand a chance to win exciting prizes like a brand new Hyundai Sonata 2.0L worth RM134,888 in the Curve’s “Drive the Hyundai Home” contest.
From May 5 to June 15, shoppers who spend RM100 and above in a maximum of two receipts, and answer a few questions will be eligible to be in the running to win the car.
At the gala night, Astro Battle-ground 2009 winners Katoon Network are set to keep the crowd entertained with their quick moves.
KL Stompers, a new-age style percussion group will also be wowing the crowd with their unique blend of high-impact performance and sounds of junk percussion.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Pedestrian strip mall to open in September
Pedestrian strip mall to open in September
A NEW landmark in the capital city — a pedestrian strip mall called KL CityWalk — is set to open in September.
The 500m row of shops fronting Jalan P. Ramlee and Jalan Pinang, will be made up of about 50 outlets, 23 kiosks and 19 carts.
Apart from restaurants, bistros and cafes including a famous local noodle shop from Kampung Baru, KL CityWalk’s attractions will include a local handbag design team that supports an indigenous Thai hilltribe, art dealers and fashion and lifestyle boutiques.
A full concierge service will be made available to provide information to tourists and other visitors while a box office will enable patrons to buy tickets for performances in the Klang Valley.
Calming walk: KL CityWalk will incorporate greenery as one of its striking features.
KL CityWalk itself will be an entertainment spot as an events space will be set up for entertainment and cultural performances.
Built at a cost of RM15mil by Go Venture Sdn Bhd, the mall will be managed by CityWalk Enterprises Sdn Bhd.
Inspiration for the mall came from the Portobello Market in London, Zeil in Frankfurt as well as Xintiandi in Shanghai.
The strip mall is in line with City Hall’s vision to create an iconic location that is available in other cities around the world.
Ronnie Choong, group managing director of Trend Matrix Enterprise Sdn Bhd, the parent company of Go Venture, said construction work on KL CityWalk began in 2007 and the certificate of fitness was issued just two months ago.
He said tenants were expected to open their outlets in July and August followed by a soft launch before the grand opening in September.
“A lot of tourists and locals like to take a stroll in the city but the malls are usually closed, so KL CityWalk will offer something different.
“We are featuring local designers, infusing our multiculture and heritage into this,” he said.
He added that with the LRT and monorail stations close by, the strip mall was conveniently located for pedestrians.
On traffic assessment for the area, Choong said they had taken car parking into consideration to allow people to park in nearby hotels and buildings in the area.
“About 8,000 parking bays are available in the surrounding buildings.
“We are expecting thousands of people to visit the walk all day long,” he said.
Asked about the difference between KL City Walk and Kasturi Walk near the Central Market, Choong said KL CityWalk was a full-fledged mall with events, F&B and a greenery project.
For details, call 03-2170 6688 or log on to www.klcitywalk.com
~News courtesy of The Star~
A NEW landmark in the capital city — a pedestrian strip mall called KL CityWalk — is set to open in September.
The 500m row of shops fronting Jalan P. Ramlee and Jalan Pinang, will be made up of about 50 outlets, 23 kiosks and 19 carts.
Apart from restaurants, bistros and cafes including a famous local noodle shop from Kampung Baru, KL CityWalk’s attractions will include a local handbag design team that supports an indigenous Thai hilltribe, art dealers and fashion and lifestyle boutiques.
A full concierge service will be made available to provide information to tourists and other visitors while a box office will enable patrons to buy tickets for performances in the Klang Valley.
Calming walk: KL CityWalk will incorporate greenery as one of its striking features.
KL CityWalk itself will be an entertainment spot as an events space will be set up for entertainment and cultural performances.
Built at a cost of RM15mil by Go Venture Sdn Bhd, the mall will be managed by CityWalk Enterprises Sdn Bhd.
Inspiration for the mall came from the Portobello Market in London, Zeil in Frankfurt as well as Xintiandi in Shanghai.
The strip mall is in line with City Hall’s vision to create an iconic location that is available in other cities around the world.
Ronnie Choong, group managing director of Trend Matrix Enterprise Sdn Bhd, the parent company of Go Venture, said construction work on KL CityWalk began in 2007 and the certificate of fitness was issued just two months ago.
He said tenants were expected to open their outlets in July and August followed by a soft launch before the grand opening in September.
“A lot of tourists and locals like to take a stroll in the city but the malls are usually closed, so KL CityWalk will offer something different.
“We are featuring local designers, infusing our multiculture and heritage into this,” he said.
He added that with the LRT and monorail stations close by, the strip mall was conveniently located for pedestrians.
On traffic assessment for the area, Choong said they had taken car parking into consideration to allow people to park in nearby hotels and buildings in the area.
“About 8,000 parking bays are available in the surrounding buildings.
“We are expecting thousands of people to visit the walk all day long,” he said.
Asked about the difference between KL City Walk and Kasturi Walk near the Central Market, Choong said KL CityWalk was a full-fledged mall with events, F&B and a greenery project.
For details, call 03-2170 6688 or log on to www.klcitywalk.com
~News courtesy of The Star~
2011年4月17日星期日
Let’s celebrate World Book Day
Let’s celebrate World Book Day
Books take centre stage come April 23 as the world celebrates World Book Day.
The Embassy of Spain, Instituto Cervantes, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka and MPH Bookstores are joining hands once again to highlight this special day with activities planned throughout the month.
There will be drawing competition, quiz, uninterrupted reading with participants across the globe, and storytelling from string-a-story.
More information about these activities can be obtained from MPH Bookstores April event leaflet, or simply log on to www.mphclick.com.
All activities are open to public, both young and old, and would serve as a great opportunity for all book lovers to come together.
As part of its continued efforts to encourage reading, MPH Bookstores will be having an exclusive World Book Day Members’ Weekend with 20%* discount off on all books *(terms and conditions apply).
The offer is valid from April 21 to 24. A limited edition World Book Day 2011 bookmark will also be given out to customers with any purchase at selected major MPH outlets throughout the month of April (while stocks last).
The origins of April 23 dates back to 1923 when booksellers in Spain took to the streets to honour the passing of Miguel de Cervantes.
Later on, the practice of man giving a rose to a lady in exchange for a book became part of the tradition.
Another famous author, William Shakespeare is said to have passed on on this date but this holds true only in the Julian Calendar, which was the calendar England was using at that time.
In 1995, Unesco officially declared April 23 as World Book and Copyright Day to promote reading, publishing and copyright.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Books take centre stage come April 23 as the world celebrates World Book Day.
The Embassy of Spain, Instituto Cervantes, Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka and MPH Bookstores are joining hands once again to highlight this special day with activities planned throughout the month.
There will be drawing competition, quiz, uninterrupted reading with participants across the globe, and storytelling from string-a-story.
More information about these activities can be obtained from MPH Bookstores April event leaflet, or simply log on to www.mphclick.com.
All activities are open to public, both young and old, and would serve as a great opportunity for all book lovers to come together.
As part of its continued efforts to encourage reading, MPH Bookstores will be having an exclusive World Book Day Members’ Weekend with 20%* discount off on all books *(terms and conditions apply).
The offer is valid from April 21 to 24. A limited edition World Book Day 2011 bookmark will also be given out to customers with any purchase at selected major MPH outlets throughout the month of April (while stocks last).
The origins of April 23 dates back to 1923 when booksellers in Spain took to the streets to honour the passing of Miguel de Cervantes.
Later on, the practice of man giving a rose to a lady in exchange for a book became part of the tradition.
Another famous author, William Shakespeare is said to have passed on on this date but this holds true only in the Julian Calendar, which was the calendar England was using at that time.
In 1995, Unesco officially declared April 23 as World Book and Copyright Day to promote reading, publishing and copyright.
~News courtesy of The Star~
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