BJC BigC Thailand continues investment expansion in Vietnam

This is one of the group's strategic steps to expand its distribution centres to 56 stores nationwide by 2028, focusing on hypermarkets and food services.

BJC Thailand Group continues to invest in Vietnam through the expansion of the MM Mega Market distribution centre system

MM Mega Market (Vietnam) (MM) revealed that the upcoming project will be built according to the standards of a mega-complex, with shops, restaurants, cinemas, cafés, and more.

This mega-complex will be constructed to gain green building certification and meet sustainability standards through the use of sustainable construction materials. It will also boast water- and energy-saving features.

The project is to be built according to a brand-new model, based on that of BigC Thailand, aiming to become a fascinating shopping and entertainment destination for locals and tourists coming to Danang. It aims to contribute to the growth of the Vietnamese economy as a whole.

On December 8, under an official visit to Thailand by Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, chairman and general director of BJC BigC Group Thailand Aswin Techajareonvikul had a side meeting with chairman Hue at Chulalongkorn University.

At the meeting, chairman Hue highlighted his appreciation got BJC Group's long-term cooperative relationship with Vietnam.

Techajeonvikul emphasised his commitment to constantly investing in Vietnam's retail sector through MM's initiatives.

The chairman of BJC BigC Thailand Group further shared his impressions about the strong economic climate and fast-growing retail market in Vietnam.

As one of the largest Thai investors in Vietnam for over 30 years, BJC Group is currently providing packaging, consumer, healthcare, technical, and retail solutions with a total investment of about $1.14 billion.

Its brands include Thai Corp International (Vietnam), Ichiban Foods, Malaya Vietnam Glass, TBC-Ball Beverage Can, BJC Cellox (Vietnam), Thai An JSC, Vina Paper, and MM.

MM is a pioneer in the development of a safe food supply chain. Together with 4,000 employees, 2,000 suppliers, and hundreds of household farmer partners nationwide, MM puts great emphasis on corporate social responsibility, with many activities to improve education, community life, and the environment.

MM is committed to continuing to operate with the philosophy of becoming a reputable and innovative business that supports the sustainable growth of Vietnam.

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