Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur - Official Hotel for the ORIS RAID: Kuala Lumpur - Bangkok 2010
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur - Official Hotel for the ORIS RAID: Kuala Lumpur - Bangkok 2010
ORIS RAID: Kuala Lumpur – Bangkok 2010
8th September 2010 – The ORIS RAID : Kuala Lumpur – Bangkok 2010 firms up the Official hotel for Kuala Lumpur today by inking the appointment at a signing ceremony at the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel.
The President of Persatuan Pemotoran Malaysia (PPM), Prof. Datuk Dr. Mohd Mydin Mohd Musa signs the appointment with Mr. Wolfgang Boettcher, General Manager of the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel.
“The hotel is excited to be a part of such a unique event. Being connected to our community is what we practise at the Sheraton. Hence, this involvement is only natural for us and fits into our long term strategy of giving back to the community we serve. We hope that our contribution will enhance the event further and I’d like to wish all the teams great success”, said Wolfgang Boettcher, General Manager of the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel.
Prof. Datuk Dr. Hj Mohd Mydin Mohd Musa president of PPM together with Wolfgang Boettcher, General Manager of Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel
The ‘Official Hotel’ banner sees the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel as the venue for all vehicle inspection on 25th September 2010. The hotel will also host a briefing session as well as the welcome reception for all participants. For participants who would like to relax and rejuvenate in the comforts of 5-star luxury before the Race, special rates are accorded for the weekend of 24th & 25th September 2010.
The Signing Ceremony coincides with the event update as the Recce (Route Check) team has just returned from their weeklong trip, finalising the route, checkpoints, and tasks for the event.
The information on the entire route, checkpoints and tasks are divided into several parts and each is kept by one of the SIX Recce Officials, safe guarding the secret to ensure that there is no leakage before the event flags off. Participants will only be given that information on the actual day (26th September 2010 ).
Each participating team along with their vintage / classic cars will start off with a SCORE, made up by adding the age of the vehicle plus the age of the driver and co-driver combined. The teams which manage to maintain their highest SCORE on completion in Bangkok will be the eventual WINNERS, winning off over RM27,000 worth of ORIS watches and trophies.
Penalties for various offence and mistakes will be imposed on the SCORE (missed checkpoints, short cuts, early or late arrivals, etc.. ) while Bonus points will be given out for completion of Task set out for participants to perform along the way.
Classification of vehicles are in the following category : Vintage = up to 1949, Classic = 1950 ~ 1985 and Special Interest = from 1986 ( teams entering in the Special Interest category will be slapped with a MINUS 25 points to their eventual SCORE giving some form of advantage to the seniors of the Vintage and Classic category ).
Advisory from various representatives from the tourism board, travel agencies and the Thailand Vintage car club will ensure the event amazes and thrills you and with the limited edition ORIS Raid chronograph watch at RM11,500 with a complimentary entry, it is being snapped up like a hot commodity.
Entry will close on the 10th September 2010 with the vehicle inspection on the 25th September 2010 at the Kuala Lumpur Official Hotel, ie. Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel.
Public can check out the event on www.raid-kl-bangkok.info.
About Persatuan Pemotoran Malaysia (PPM)
Persatuan Pemotoran Malaysia ( PPM ) was set up in 1995 and since then have been actively organizing events in Malaysia, including the FIRST 4x4 rally to Malaysia through the Asian Rally Series in 1996, the Larut Hill International 4x4 Challenge, major over lander trips to China, India and UK.
About The Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel
Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel is an urban oasis for both business and leisure travelers seeking the true Malaysian experience and impeccable service. Inspired by the finest elements in Asian heritage, the hotel takes its place among the city's grandest landmarks such as Petronas Twin Towers and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, KLCC shopping centre and short walks to the light rail transit (LRT) and monorail service. Magnificently laid with elegant marble - the centerpiece is most certainly the sweeping staircase from the lobby to the mezzanine. Having undergone a USD12 million renovation in 2007, the hotel’s 385 guest rooms reflect designs inspired by Malaysia’s colourful landscape, culture and people. The hotel offers exquisite food and beverage products in 4 outlets, a wide variety of meeting options, the renowned Mandara Spa as well as a beautifully landscaped free-form swimming pool. For more information, visit www.sheraton.com/imperialkualalumpur
Issued by : Persatuan Pemotoran Malaysia (PPM)
President : Prof. Datuk Dr. Hj Mohd Mydin Mohd Musa
Secretary General : Steven Ng
Address : 383 C Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Press Contact:
Cindy Yoong
Director of Marketing Communications
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, P.O Box 50250, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone : +603 2717 9850
Fax : +603 2717 9931
Mobile : +6016 207 9961
Evelyn Koh
Marketing Communication Coordinator
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur, P.O Box 50250, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone : +603 2717 9020
Fax : +603 2717 9931
