power boost after successful vinh tan 1 facility test

Power boost after successful Vinh Tan 1 facility test

Helping to allay concerns of power shortages, a thermal power plant is to come into commercial operation ahead of schedule, featuring high-quality technology.
abb drives forward 40 innovations

ABB drives forward 4.0 innovations

Vietnam is striving for sustainable development on the basis of improving growth quality and taking advantage of the Fourth Industrial Revolution to increase labour productivity and competitiveness. Arno Strotgen, global head of customer service at ABB’s Robotics Business Unit, shared with VIR’s Phuong Thu the trends of the robotics sector and how ABB can contribute towards smart manufacturing in Vietnam.
solar rooftop panels ease thirst for power

Solar rooftop panels ease thirst for power

With the prospects of power shortages in the coming time as well as concerns about transmission line and grid connection, solar rooftop panels could ease power demand, while contributing to sustainable development. VIR’s Phuong Thu reports on what makes rooftop solar panels shine in Vietnam.
shell tempted by return to vietnamese fuel sector

Shell tempted by return to Vietnamese fuel sector

After selling its Vietnamese stakes, Royal Dutch Shell PLC is hunting for opportunities to penetrate deeper into the country’s fuel ­distribution system through acquiring a stake in PetroVietnam Oil Corporation to renew ambitions after years of delay. The path for its return, however, ­remains unclear.
car rental market accelerates

Car rental market accelerates

Vietnam’s budding yet fragmented car rental sector is providing immense opportunities for local and global players to tap into the industry with technological advancements, as well as leading various merger and acquisition activities. Phuong Thu reports.
vietnams largest offshore wind farm pushes ahead

Vietnam’s largest offshore wind farm pushes ahead

Vietnam is expected to have its largest offshore wind power project, which if becoming feasible, will greatly contribute to ensuring the country’s energy security.
financing renewable energy development

Financing renewable energy development

The Vietnamese government has enacted long-term development orientations and strategies for the power sector, including measures closely attached to sustainable development to ensure power efficiency and achieve the national energy security target. Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Dang Hoang An talked with VIR’s Phuong Thu about ideas to contribute to enhancing the renewable energy segment in Vietnam and challenges in the forthcoming years.
abb opens the vietnams first robotics technical and service centre

ABB opens the Vietnam’s first robotics technical and service centre

ABB inaugurated its Robotics Technical and Service Centre, a first of its kind with an aim to serve global and local manufacturers operating in the northern region of Vietnam as well as become a bridge connecting customers’ manufacturing goals with ABB’s global domain expertise, cutting-edge robotics technologies and strong local service team capabilities.  
south korean travellers opt for altara suites in danang

South Korean travellers opt for Altara Suites in Danang

Danang has been named among the world’s 10 destinations favoured by South Korean families and couples, with Altara Suites emerging as a top choice among high-class hospitality establishments.
disputes drag on over inconsistent tax incentives

Disputes drag on over inconsistent tax incentives

Foreign enterprises and local authorities continue to clash over inconsistencies related to preferential policies for expansion projects during 2009-2013.
the unbeatable advantages of king palace stun hanoi

The unbeatable advantages of King Palace stun Hanoi

The King Palace project at 108 Nguyen Trai, Hanoi has officially been opened for sales and nearly a quarter of the 410 apartments were purchased right at the event.
canned coffee hopes for comeback

Canned coffee hopes for comeback

Despite ready-to-drink coffee remaining a niche category in Vietnam, beverage giants such as Coca-Cola, Nestlé and Suntory PepsiCo are hoping to kick-start the market with new products.
soft drinks see hard competition

Soft drinks see hard competition

A series of international brands have been pouring more money into Vietnam’s high-potential soft drink segment, toughening up competition against fledgling domestic producers. Phuong Thu reports.
transshipment risks for steel makers

Transshipment risks for steel makers

The escalating trade dispute between the US and China is causing headaches for Vietnam when dealing with the re-routing of goods, and could lead to it becoming a “transshipment hub” for overseas products.
abb introduces innovative solar tech to vietnam solar energy summit 2018

ABB introduces innovative solar tech to Vietnam Solar Energy Summit 2018

In striving to innovate and develop solutions to efficiently transform solar energy into ­reliable power, ABB has unveiled its new PVS-175-TL string inverter - designed to reduce logistics and ­installation costs by up to 65 per cent, as well as improve the levelised cost of electricity for utility-scale ­installations.