New MICE Venue Opens in Bangkok

Impact has been chosen by Thailand Post to manage the recently restored Grand Postal Building, an iconic historical landmark on Charoen Krung Road in the Bangrak district of Bangkok.

Officially opened on 4 August 2013 by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, the Grand Postal Building is now not only a centre for post and telecommunication services, but also serves as the perfect and unique venue for events.

Mr. Paul Kanjanapas, Managing Director of Impact Exhibition Management Co., Ltd., said “We are proud that Impact has been honored and is trusted to manage the Grand Postal Building. The historic building will serve as a unique venue for hosting conferences, meetings, seminars, exhibitions, events, parties and even weddings, car launches and charity events all managed by our expert team. Our investment will be more than Baht 100 million over the next few years ... We expect to earn over Baht 100 million from managing Grand Postal Building during the first year of operation.”

Grand Postal Building provides over 3,000 square meters of total floor space for meetings, exhibitions and events over two levels. The Postal Heritage Hall on the Ground floor comprises 1,054 sqm. with an area that can seat a maximum of 576 classroom-style seating and 440 banquet style.

The area on the third floor offers three mid-size meeting rooms, namely, The Postcard, The Postal Theatre and The Letter. The Postcard is able to accommodate a maximum of 207 seats theatre style within its 245 sqm. The Postal Theatre, smaller at 144 sqm, can accommodate a maximum of 120 seats and The Letter, 88 seats within an area of 99 sqm.

In addition, at the front of the building, there is an outdoor area of 1,000 sqm. that is available and can be used for many types of activities including festivals, exhibitions, and more, all with the backdrop of the historic building.

The new venue is equipped with the latest WIFI technology and has ample parking spaces.