Resorts World Malaysia today launched the
first phase of its RM5 billion (US$1.45 billion) Genting
Integrated Tourism Plan (GITP).
Lee Choong Yan, Genting Malaysia’s president
and COO, said the first phase of GITP will include the completion of an
additional 1,286 rooms to the First World Hotel in 1H2015. Sky Avenue, Sky Plaza shopping mall and a new
cable car station are scheduled to open in 2016.
Malaysian-born and international Hollywood
star Michelle Yeoh was also announced as Resorts World Genting’s brand
ambassador. On appointment of Yeoh, Lee shared: “As a
Malaysian Michelle Yeoh has successfully penetrated the international movie
scene and is today an internationally acclaimed actress and producer. In many
ways, her courage, resilience and strength in remaining at the top of her
industry mirrors our business.
In 2013, Resorts World Genting attracted 19.6
million visitors. It is targeting 30 million by 2020.
Launched in December 2013, GITP involves the
development and enhancement of the infrastructure, products and services at
Resorts World Genting. It is expected to propel the resort into the next 50
years. GITP
includes the previously announced Twentieth
Century Fox that will open in 2016.
-TTG Asia.
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