ExCeL to continue expansion programme after completion of first phase

London’s largest event venue reports it is on course to expand its venue facilitates by a further 25%, having completed the first phase of its major expansion project. Further expansion at ExCeL London will create additional state-of-the-art ICC convention facilities, exhibition halls and conference rooms, together with outdoor spaces. The 25% increase in meetings facilities, to 125,000sqm, will help keep London at the forefront of the global events industry. Within the new event space will be 12,000sqm of exhibition space on the ground floor, integrated into the existing venue. This will be complemented on the upper level with high-end convention space, modern meeting rooms and catering facilities. In line with its current ESG strategy, ExCeL says it has sought to create the most sustainable scheme possible and will be targeting a Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) rating of ‘Excellent’ – surpassing the recognised industry standard. As with the current venue, the electricity supply will be 100% from renewable source. McLaren Construction appointed to deliver the next phase of the build.