KINTEX Expands Venue Management to India and Malaysia
The operator is securing long-term international contracts to boost performance and scale its exhibition expertise globally.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Remote Work
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KINTEX has expanded its international footprint by securing long-term management rights for major exhibition venues in India and Malaysia. This growth strategy leverages the company's operational expertise to drive performance beyond its home market in South Korea.
Why it matters
By exporting its exhibition hall management model, KINTEX is diversifying revenue streams and scaling global competitiveness. Operators should note how the firm integrates IoT and AI to boost efficiency across diverse geographic markets.
KINTEX reported 102.6 billion Korean won in annual management performance, exceeding its 100 billion won benchmark. The company manages 6 million visitors annually and has secured operating rights lasting 20 years in India and 40 years for its upcoming Seoul Jamsil project.
The players
KINTEX
A major exhibition and convention center operator headquartered in South Korea that manages large-scale venues.
The details
KINTEX operates by exporting its domestic expertise in facility management, which it now plans to upgrade with AI and IoT sensors for enhanced safety and operational monitoring. In Goyang, the company is expanding its exhibition capacity by 57%, moving from 108,000 to 170,000 square meters. These infrastructure projects aim to modernize the visitor experience and support larger-scale international trade events.
Timeline
2005: KINTEX opened its main complex in Goyang.
2023: The first phase of the Yashobhumi center opened in New Delhi.
2028: The third exhibition hall in Goyang is scheduled for completion.
2032: The Jamsil Sports and MICE Complex is slated for completion.
Market Landscape
KINTEX is scaling its operations in line with the broader trend of major MICE operators seeking long-term revenue stability through international management contracts. This move mirrors the strategic shift of large venue managers toward digitizing facility operations to remain competitive.
Operators in the events and hospitality sector should track how KINTEX leverages AI and IoT for facility management as a potential standard for large-scale venue efficiency. Monitor the 2028 and 2032 completion dates for major infrastructure projects, as these will likely shift regional competition for trade show hosting.
The takeaway
Scale is a critical factor in MICE operations, as evidenced by KINTEX target of 150 billion Korean won in performance. Management should focus on tracking facility utilization metrics against these expanding global footprints to identify potential shifts in trade show market demand.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by 조선일보.
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