bw aspiring to become countrys top developer

BW aspiring to become country’s top developer

Despite being the newest developer of warehouse and factory facilities, BW Industrial Development has quickly climbed the ranks to become the most outstanding industrial business in 2019. Now owning 14 projects across seven cities at a total of 380 hectares, BW targets another 200ha in 2020. VIR’s Binh An spoke to CEO C. K. Tong about the company’s vision.
prevailing in logistics through modern tech

Prevailing in logistics through modern tech

The trade boom that is expected to be a direct result of the soon active free trade agreements is going to drive the transformation of Vietnam’s logistics industry. However, this does not come without a number of challenges to the market. Julien Brun, managing partner at CEL Consulting, shares how Vietnam’s logistics industry should adapt to the upcoming changes.
itl corporation being the national champion in logistics

ITL Corporation: being the national champion in logistics

In 2019, although the logistics industry has faced many challenges due to the impact of the world economic downturn, ITL has steadily overcome headwinds and become one of the 10 most reputable companies in the transportation and logistics industry of 2019. Chief operating officer of ITL and chairwoman of Amcham Ho Chi Minh City, Amanda Rasmussen, told VIR about the efforts to maintain the success and business strategy of ITL in the near future.
vietnam to develop seaport planning

Vietnam to develop seaport planning

Vietnam will develop a seaport master plan for 2021-30, with an aim to enhance infrastructure connectivity, reduce logistics costs and promote marine economic development.
business wary of 2020 oil projections

Business wary of 2020 oil projections

While global oil supplies in 2019 were vulnerable, the fluctuations have not affected long-term petrol prices, yet business plans for some in the market in 2020 remain complicated.
vietnam railways unable to shine in 2019

Vietnam Railways unable to shine in 2019

Facing stiffening competition and legal barriers, state-owned giant Vietnam Railways reported a fall in revenue in 2019, setting the need for more efficient solutions.
evfta to boost logistics industry development

EVFTA to boost logistics industry development

The European Union-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) will boost the demand for logistics services and significantly impact on Vietnam's logistics industry, said a trade official.
changing licence plate colour leads to more consequences

Changing licence plate colour leads to more consequences

The Ministry of Public Security has recently tabled a proposal to change the colour of the licence plates of ride-hailing vehicles. This has sparked concerns among individuals and companies about increasing expenses, time and labour costs, which will lead to rising fares for passengers.
maersk expands with new logistics centre

Maersk expands with new logistics centre

Maersk’s new logistics centre in Bac Ninh hopes to address the needs of a high-demand north Vietnamese market.
identifying apt locations for industrial property

Identifying apt locations for industrial property

The industrial property landscape in Vietnam is changing with localities looking at raising costs of land. Paul Tonkes, director of Industrial & Logistics Services at Cushman & Wakefield Vietnam, explains how each province must be looked at on a case-by-case basis, and that good prospects are still within grasp.
vietnamese air carriers eye opportunities of direct flight to the us

Vietnamese air carriers eye opportunities of direct flight to the US

The Ministry of Transport held a roundtable on December 11 to discuss the possibilities of Vietnamese air carriers to fly directly to the United States, and the opportunities and challenges facing the Vietnamese aviation sector.
e commerce helps develop logistics property sector

E-commerce helps develop logistics property sector

Growing demand from e-commerce users is putting pressure on existing supply chains, facilities and warehouses.
cptpp impacts on distribution e commerce and logistics

CPTPP impacts on distribution, e-commerce, and logistics

The distribution, e-commerce, and logistics sectors are pillars of the country's economy, contributing to goods manufacturing and are areas with significant commitments in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) – which promises a significant impact on these sectors.
bringing vietnams human resources level with logistics industry

Bringing Vietnam's human resources level with logistics industry

In the current context of international integration, developing the logistics industry and associated human resources are key factors for the country to seize more opportunities.
the express delivery service using vietjet flights grab debuts in danang

The express delivery service using Vietjet flights, Grab debuts in Danang

The express shipping service SWIFT247 on November 8 inaugurated a service centre in the central city of Danang, making the service available in three different regions of north, central, and south Vietnam.