Beijing Olympics International Broadcast and Main Press Centres

Over 20,000 journalists, supported by 3,500 staff covered the Summer Olympics operating from the Main Press Centre (MPC) and International Broadcast Centre (IBC) in Beijing. Working through the master caterer ARAMARK, in total PKL supplied and installed 13 different kitchen, dining and servery areas to these buildings. This included over 600m of shop fitted food service counters, café bars, beverage outlets plus two main central production kitchens and two staff dining areas. The unique factor for all these installations was that both IBC and MPC were permanent buildings, and the foodservice areas had to be developed into the spaces available. This led to challenges whereby both main kitchens were constructed in basement areas. BOCOG were responsible for the supply of all lead up services, but PKL had to liaise locally with Chinese building contractors to ensure that all gas, water, electric, air conditioning,, lighting, extraction and floor finishes were specified and installed to plan. To ensure a successful delivery, PKL established a project office in Beijing 12 months before the Games began. In addition to permanent PKL management and engineering staff, a team of Chinese project managers, translators and administrators were employed overcome any language, cultural and technical hurdles. All facilities were designed in full compliance to local fire, hygiene and construction standards. “I wanted to thank the entire PKL team in Beijing for your stellar performance during the 2008 Summer Olympics. From the initial concept meetings over three years ago, to the completion of operations, PKL proved once again to be a trusted partner to our ARAMARK team and consummate professionals to the Olympic and Chinese community. I look forward to working with the PKL team on future projects around the globe.” Marc Bruno President. Sports, Entertainment and Conventions ARAMARK - PKL installed 26 catering operations - Production capacity of 200,000 meals per day - 6,000 items of catering equipment shipped from UK To view or download the full PDF version of this case study, please click here. For more information contact our hire team on 0845 840 4242 or e-mail hiresales@pkl.co.uk