Sabah International Convention Centre
Quick Facts
Welcome to Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), the largest convention, exhibition, and entertainment facility in East Malaysia. Spanning five levels, SICC's well-designed floor plan allows for simultaneous events within the complex without interference.
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13 March 2025
Kinabalu I - III
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24 - 25 February 2025
Kadamaian
ESG Reporting For SMEs
24 - 25 February 2025
Madai
Malaysian International Cocoa Fair 2025 (MICF 2025)
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24 – 27 May 2025
Kinabatangan I - III
Promotions
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Aidilfitri Takeaway
Ramadan Takeaway
Pakej Keramaian (Banquet)
Sahur Buffet
SICC Ramadan 2025 Buffet
Exploring SICC
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Cluster
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
Classroom
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Booth Capacity
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Cocktail
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
U-shape
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Board Room
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Jesselton Square
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Rafflesia
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Kinabalu I - III
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Kinabalu III
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Kinabalu II
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Kinabalu I
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Klias
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Monsopiad
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Selingan
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Sepilok
Designed for collaboration.
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Mantanani
Where big ideas are born.
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Madai
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Dinawan
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Mesilau
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Kadamaian
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Imbak II (VIP Lounge)
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Imbak I (VIP Lounge)
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Maliau II
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Maliau I
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Danum II
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Danum I
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Silam Lounge
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Pandan-Pandan
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Balambangan
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Mataking
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Mabul
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Kapalai
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Manukan
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Kinabatangan I - III
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Kinabatangan III
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Kinabatangan II
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Kinabatangan I
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Sipadan I - III
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Sipadan III
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Sipadan II
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Sipadan I
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Sipadan Foyer
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Sipadan I - III
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Sipadan III
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Sipadan II
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Sipadan I
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Sipadan Foyer
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Jesselton Square
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Kinabatangan I - III
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Kinabatangan III
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Kinabatangan II
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Kinabatangan I
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Sipadan Foyer
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Rafflesia
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Kinabalu I - III
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Kinabalu III
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Kinabalu II
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Kinabalu I
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Klias
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Monsopiad
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Selingan
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Sepilok
Designed for collaboration.
Seating Capacity
Mantanani
Where big ideas are born.
Seating Capacity
Madai
Seating Capacity
Dinawan
Seating Capacity
Mesilau
Seating Capacity
Kadamaian
Seating Capacity
Imbak II (VIP Lounge)
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Imbak I (VIP Lounge)
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Maliau II
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Maliau I
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Danum II
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Danum I
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Silam Lounge
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Pandan-Pandan
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Balambangan
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Mataking
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Mabul
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Kapalai
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Manukan
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Parking
SICC carparks are accessible throughout 24 hours per day, the security patrolled parking bays is managed by an appointed parking operator.
Effective 1 January 2025, our parking machines will no longer issue tickets and accept cash payments. Payments will only be accepted via debit or credit cards. Please note that mobile phone payments via NPC will no longer be supported. Please refer to the rates below;
A total of 952 undercover self-parking spaces are available on level 1 and 2, with coach bays accessible for the convenience of visitors at SICC. Wheelchair access is also made easy from all public access.
Guest Services
The Guest Services reception desk is conveniently located on the Level 3 main entrance, our friendly and knowledgeable Guest Services team stand ready to serve daily from 8am to 10pm to assist visitors with facility information and provide directional assistance.
Accessibility
Accommodating every needs of every visitor is part of what makes the Sabah International Convention Centre the venue of choice for event planners. Wheelchair access is made easy from all public access with designated undercover car parking space. Once inside, the facility is designed to accommodate patrons of all mobility levels with elevators access to every floor and wheelchair-accessible restrooms on all levels.
Wi-Fi
WiFi is available to registered participants for business events, it is available in public areas throughout the convention centre.
Safety & Security
The Sabah International Convention Centre take the safety and security of all visitors and staff very seriously, SICC has an in-house security services that works to maintain a secure environment 24hours a day. At the end of the event, any unclaimed items may be submitted to SICC housekeeping department, which inventories and holds the items for 90 days (with the exception of perishable goods such as food and drinks). Please note that SICC is not responsible for lost or damaged items, it is up to the centre’s discretion to dispose of items.
Getting there by car
The Sabah International Convention Centre is in Kota Kinabalu city, it is situated on the seafront next to the Kota Kinabalu Port along Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens towards Tanjung Lipat. The distance from KKIA is 11km.
Getting there by air
Fast growing air connectivity to Kota Kinabalu places Kota Kinabalu International airport (KKIA) the second busiest airport in Malaysia. There are direct flights from Perth, Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, Brunei, Bangkok, Hong Kong and many more regional hubs. Full service carrier and low cost carriers operate over 25 daily direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Kota Kinabalu. BKI is the airport code for Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Floor Plans
Level 2
The complex offers three interconnected Kinabatangan Exhibition Halls with direct access to the loading docks and storage rooms. The exhibition halls encompass a flexible event space of 5,177 square metres (55,270 sqft), which can accommodate up to 280 exhibition booths. Opposite the spacious Kinabatangan Foyer are six separate meeting rooms of various sizes, in addition to a private VVIP lounge.
Facilities and Venue
Level 3
The main entrance to the Convention Centre leads directly into the Jesselton Square, a vibrant outdoor plaza set against the stunning backdrop of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and the South China Sea.
This versatile space is perfect for open-air concerts, exhibitions, and events. With a capacity to accommodate crowds of over 7,000 people, Jesselton Square offers a dynamic and engaging environment for a wide range of activities.
Facilities and Venue
Level 4
The spacious, column-free convention halls at Sabah International Convention Centre are equipped with a retractable partition system, allowing the space to be divided into three distinct sections. Each hall boasts an impressive 15-metre-high ceiling adorned with stunning crystal chandeliers, complemented by advanced audio-visual equipment and full conference facilities. A pre-function area seamlessly transitions into a reception space, accommodating up to 1,500 delegates.
Facilities and Venue
Level 5
The top floor of the complex features 12 centrally located meeting rooms, ranging in size from 32 to 223 square metres, along with an executive meeting suite. Each room is equipped with essential meeting amenities and audio-visual presentation aids.
Facilities and Venue
