Norwegian solar companies seek cooperation opportunity in Vietnam A group of Norway’s leading solar companies attended a Norwegian Solar Seminar in Hanoi on October 15 to look for cooperation opportunities with local partners in the solar energy sector. The event is co-organized by Royal Norwegian Embassy and Power Engineering Consulting Joint Stock Company 1 (PECC1), under the Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) with the attendance of Norweiginan Ambassador designate, Ms Grete Lochen, Commercial Counsellor Mr Harald Naevdal, General Director of EVN PECC1 Mr Pham Nguyen Hung, representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, and over 70 participants from the EVN and its subsidiaries, independent power plant owners, construction companies, private investors from Vietnam and Laos, suppliers and consultants and other stakeholders. At the seminar, an energy consultant of the World Bank presents an overview of Vietnam’s solar energy, highlighting the achievements of … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 19/10
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Vietnam fisheries int’l exhibition opens in HCM City Visitors to the Vietnam Fisheries International Exhibition (Vietfish) 2018 The Vietnam Fisheries International Exhibition (Vietfish) 2018 kicked off at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre in Ho Chi Minh City on August 22. The event attracts 233 exhibitors from 14 countries and territories, including 153 of Vietnam, showcasing aquatic products in 374 booths. The numbers of both exhibitors and booths increase by 6.8 percent and 3.6 percent, respectively, from last year. Vietfish 2018, lasting through August 24, also features many workshops discussing the market situation, production trends and other hot topics in the fisheries sector at present. Ngo Van Ich, Chairman of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers, said over the last 20 years, Vietfish has established itself as a leading and influential fisheries exhibition in Asia as seen in the surge of exhibitors, booths and visitors. He noted … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 23/8
Why investment flows to multibillion dollar complex Ho Tram Strip
According to HTP, the Ho Tram Strip is the key factor for investors deciding to sign up for Ramada Kahuna Fifth development in the multibillion-dollar integrated resort Besides its ideal location (beachfront and only two hours away from Ho Chi Minh City), the Ho Tram Strip is alluring because of four developments (at an investment of over $1 billion) undertaken by the developer in the last 10 years. In July 2013, the Grand Ho Tram Strip opened, the first development on such a scale in Vietnam, with 541 five-star hotel rooms professionally served by a team of more than 2,000 carefully trained employees. It is best known as an entertainment complex that offers 10 bars and restaurants, a first class spa, children's playgrounds, swimming pools, a shopping mall, and, on top of all, Vietnam’s first and biggest fully licensed casino for foreign players. This perfect combination made The Grand the first truly Las Vegas-style integrated resort in Vietnam. In October 2014, The Bluffs, … [Read more...] about Why investment flows to multibillion dollar complex Ho Tram Strip
CapitaLand’s inspiring success story in the Vietnamese property sector
In 2017, CapitaLand Vietnam achieved its highest ever home sales record, which accounted for 1,409 residential units, hitting the record sales of SGD459.6 million. The number was 63 per cent higher than last year’s record of SGD282.1 million. Cheers from team CapitaLand Vietnam, winner of 11 golden statuettes and commendations, including Best Developer (Vietnam) Vietnam is the third largest market of CapitaLand in Southeast Asia, after Singapore and Malaysia. At the end of December 2017, it was reported that the firm owned SGD948 million worth of gross assets in Vietnam. Their latest asset acquisition extends CapitaLand’s portfolio to 12 residential development projects, one integrated development, 21 serviced residences, including 4,700 units across six cities in the country. Speaking of the company’s winning qualities, Chen Lian Pang, CEO at CapitaLand Vietnam proudly said: “The PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards 2017 is a strong affirmation of our … [Read more...] about CapitaLand’s inspiring success story in the Vietnamese property sector
June 12-19: NA starts Q&A sessions at third meeting
NDO - Nhan Dan Online reviews a number of outstanding events that made the headlines over the past week. NA starts Q&A sessions at third meeting The 14th National Assembly began question and answer (Q&A) sessions as part of the on-going third meeting, in Hanoi on June 13. The Q&A sessions, scheduled to take place until June 15, were broadcast live on the following channels, Voice of Vietnam, Vietnam Television, National Assembly and the parliament’s website at www.quochoi.vn. Cuban NA Chairman wraps up Vietnam visit Top Cuban legislator, Esteban Lazo Hernandez, and his delegation in a working session with Ben Tre authorities on June 17. (Credit: daibieunhandan.vn) Chairman of the Cuban National Assembly Esteban Lazo Hernandez concluded his eight-day official visit to Vietnam on June 18. The visit was made at the invitation of National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan. During the visit, the Cuban top legislator … [Read more...] about June 12-19: NA starts Q&A sessions at third meeting