The debate for a London International Convention Centre (ICC) has been finally put to bed with the launch of ICC London ExCeL, the official identity of the venue’s £165 million Phase II investment, with endorsement from Visit London, the GLA and Mayor of London, Boris Johnson.
The launch coincided with a new commitment from the city to attract more large scale conference and events with ICC London ExCeL representing the first purpose built large scale convention venue in London. ICC London ExCeL is set to open in May 2010, on time and on budget.“London ICC ExCeL has been developed following intensive consultation with clients, buyers and industry experts and meets every requirement of an ICC,” commented Kevin Murphy, CEO ExCeL London. “What’s more it is completely privately funded without strain on the public purse but with a projected economic benefit of £1.6bn by the end of 2011.”

Top quality facilities for business

“This £165m investment in the capital's first International Convention Centre at ExCeL London underlines our commitment to offer top quality facilities for business. Add to that a superb range of hotels, a comprehensive transport network and an unrivalled range of attractions for business travellers, London is the place to be if you want to create a successful event.”

“ExCeL London has already proved to be of outstanding benefit to London’s business tourism offer and with its new status as the capital’s first ICC it will help towards bidding and winning more large conferences and association events in the future.” ICC London ExCeL also represents the first Olympic venue to be completed, some two years ahead of the Olympics and completely privately funded.