contributing to vietnams green energy shift emagazine

Contributing to Vietnam’s green energy shift (Emagazine)

With over 3,200km of coastline, Vietnam has huge potential for offshore wind power ventures. Stuart Livesey, senior director and head of Copenhagen Offshore Partners in Vietnam, explained to VIR about Vietnam’s wind power market and how the project he is involved in will contribute towards shaping the country’s offshore wind sector.
institutions gearing up for green growth revolution

Institutions gearing up for green growth revolution

Asia’s demand for carbon offsets is increasing as more global supply chains, manufacturing, and banking sectors attempt to reduce their carbon impact – in which Vietnam may be the ideal location for a green investment wave.
contributing to vietnams green energy shift

Contributing to Vietnam’s green energy shift

With over 3,200km of coastline, Vietnam has huge potential for offshore wind power ventures. Stuart Livesey, senior director and head of Copenhagen Offshore Partners in Vietnam, explained to VIR’s Phuong Thu about Vietnam’s wind power market and how the project he is involved in will contribute towards shaping the country’s offshore wind sector.
creating distinct and vibrant digital payment alternatives

Creating distinct and vibrant digital payment alternatives

With the rise in easily accessible digital payment methods, an increasing number of merchants are beginning to accept alternative payments, in addition to cash. Marek Forysiak, chairman of SmartPay, talked with VIR’s Phuong Thu about the firm’s e-payment journey.
sabeco nurtures unity and continuity

SABECO nurtures unity and continuity

Although the pandemic has poured pressure on the beer industry, Saigon Beer-Alcohol-Beverage Corporation has been able to prepare for future uncertainty and protect its labour force through flexible initiatives.
nordic enterprises front and centre to offer support

Nordic enterprises front and centre to offer support

Members of the Nordic Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (Nordcham) are on hand to assist in economic recovery in a responsible and sustainable manner.
an inclusive vision for sustainable business actions

An inclusive vision for sustainable business actions

Sustainable development is a key in post-pandemic recovery plans. Nguyen Quang Vinh, general secretary cum deputy chairman of the Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development, shared with Phuong Thu his vision of leaving no-one behind in a sustainable corporate culture.
international partnerships done right

International partnerships done right

The 3.5GW La Gan offshore wind power project is expected to become a symbol of international cooperation to develop renewable energy against climate change as well as create jobs and towards a sustainable development path.
denise sandquist one of the youngest female ceos of a technology startup in vietnam

Denise Sandquist, one of the youngest female CEOs of a technology startup in Vietnam

Fika – the world’s first female-focused, AI-powered Vietnamese social and dating app – has raised a $1.6 million seed funding round led by VNV Global with participation from a host of leading angels and entrepreneurs. Fika co-founder and CEO Denise Sandquist shared with VIR the company's core values and ambitions in Vietnam.
groups get to grips with anti dumping

Groups get to grips with anti-dumping

Increasing knowledge and strategy about trade remedies is an effective tool to protect the rights of domestic manufacturing industries in the context of integration and protectionism, government leaders have said.
joining hands to leave no one behind in covid 19 fight

Joining hands to leave no one behind in COVID-19 fight

The fourth wave of the pandemic and social distancing extension are bearing down on all sectors, with Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest city, a major epicentre putting millions of Vietnamese at risk. However, people are also rallying to aid those vulnerable to overcome this unprecedented times, with many corporations leading the charge and lighting the fire of hope. VIR’s Nguyen Thu reports.
clarity offered through auto industry tax proposals

Clarity offered through auto industry tax proposals

The Ministry of Finance’s proposal on tax incentives for domestically-produced cars beyond 2022 could contribute to aiding the local automobile and supporting industries.
drastic stay at work scheme kicks off

Drastic stay-at-work scheme kicks off

With Ho Chi Minh City under stress due to rising infection rates and preventative restrictions, manufacturers have implemented stay-at-work orders and set up temporary accommodation for their workers to avoid the spread of the virus and maintain production.
companies continue opting for rooftop solar solutions

Companies continue opting for rooftop solar solutions

After a boom period thanks to feed-in tariff incentives in Vietnam over recent years, investors and developers are keeping their faith in the country’s solar rooftop potential thanks to high demand.
traders to be on alert for commodity complacency

Traders to be on alert for commodity complacency

Commodities are set to overwhelm as the world battles to get back on its feet after struggling through a pandemic. Market analyst Michael Stark from Exness told VIR’s Phuong Thu how the ongoing crisis is affecting the commodity market and explains the outlook and factors influencing the future of investment.