Vietnam’s first cargo airline hopes to fly high
IPP Air Cargo, Vietnam’s first cargo airline, would fly to 16 local destinations and a number of foreign ones, and break even in three years, its chairman told VnExpress.
Lands for Saigon’s 2nd metro line to be fully acquired this year
After missing several deadlines, land acquisition for HCMC’s metro line No.2 is now expected to be completed by the end of this year.
Vietnam to build 4000km expressway using PPP
Vietnam’s government will build 4,000 kilometres (km) expressway under the private-public partnership (PPP) model across the country by 2030 as part of the national expressway network.
Hanoi metro tickets to cost $0.35-0.65
Fares on Hanoi’s first metro will range from VND8,000-15,000 ($0.35-0.65).
HCMC to replace second metro line consultant
HCMC has decided to end cooperation with the primary consultant for metro line No. 2 after failing to reach agreement on renewing an independent consultant contract.
Electric vehicles set to revolutionise Vietnam roads
For visitors to Vietnam, one of the most striking images is that of the bustling roads, with a huge number of motorbikes battling for space with cars, trucks and public transport.
Vietnam looks to go big on transport infrastructure
Investment in infrastructure is vital if Vietnam is to remain on the path to eventual high-income status.
Vietnam Railways pleads for government funding as staff remain unpaid
Vietnam Railways owes its 11,300 workers four months’ salaries due to a funding delay by the government, and fears this could cause many to quit.
HCMC to trial public bicycle sharing in downtown district
HCMC authorities have approved a public bicycle sharing scheme in District 1 from August in an effort to limit private vehicles and reduce traffic.
Hanoi hosts Vietnam’s first smart electric bus service
VinBus Transport Service Co., a subsidiary of Vietnam’s largest conglomerate Vingroup, launched the nation’s first smart electric bus service in Hanoi Thursday.
HCMC may self-deploy electric buses
Ho Chi Minh City is now allowed to deploy electric public buses on trial basis, the government office said.
Faults found in more beams in HCMC metro
Months after one supporting pad for a beam in HCMC’s metro line No.1 deviated and another fell, four more have moved from their positions.
Need for high-speed rail arguments continue unabated
More than 10 years after they were first proposed, high-speed railroad plans remain mired in concerns and disagreement over speeds and cost.
Bombarded Saigonese yearn to consign the din to the bin
The noise pollution created by traffic, constructions and ‘entertainment’ establishments are leaving many HCMC residents constantly longing for some silent relief.
High-speed trains proposed to link Hanoi, HCMC with central region
Two high-speed railroad routes between Hanoi and Vinh and HCMC and Nha Trang are expected to be operational by 2030.
The Vietnam-built electric bike looking to replace your car
Vietnam has long been known as a hub for low-skill manufacturing—think T-shirts, shoes and so on—but as the country seeks to move up the manufacturing value chain, success stories like Modmo are helping to demonstrate the nation’s potential for becoming…
Quang Ngai authorities relent on allowing boats from Da Nang to Ly Son Island
The central province of Quang Ngai has agreed to allow speed boat services to its scenic Ly Son Island from Da Nang City.
Hô Chi Minh-Ville propose l’utilisation de petits bus
Le Comité populaire de Hô Chi Minh-Ville vient demander l’approbation du Premier ministre pour l’utilisation de petits bus d’une capacité de 12 à moins de 17 places afin de répondre aux besoins de déplacement selon les caractéristiques de la mégapole…
HCMC keen on minibus plan
After a failed attempt last year, Ho Chi Minh City is once again seeking to run minibuses and so create greater public transport access.
Ferry service put into operation to ease congestion on major bridge in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
Rach Mieu Ferry, which connects Tien Giang and Ben Tre Provinces in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, was officially put to use on Wednesday morning to relieve traffic pressure on Rach Mieu Bridge.
Vietravel Airlines opens seat sales
Start-up airline Vietravel Airlines opens sales, 25 January, with deep discounts up from grabs until 27 March according to an announcement on its website
Northern Ninh Binh province seeks its own airport
Ninh Binh Province has sought a domestic airport to better exploit its tourism advantages and serve industrial development.
Hanoi, HCMC must get rid of outdated vehicles to protect environment
Hanoi, HCMC and other localities threatened by air pollution must take dilapidated vehicles off their roads, the government has said in a directive.
Russia to reopen air travel with Vietnam
Russia is looking to restart commercial flights later this month with Vietnam, India, Finland and Qatar after certain epidemiological criteria are met.
Ferry connecting Saigon to Vung Tau to be put into service next week
A ferry route connecting Can Gio District in Ho Chi Minh City and Vung Tau, a popular beach city in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau, is expected to be put into service on January 4.
Cracks in HCMC metro line caused by underweight supporting pads
Pads lighter than designed have been used for supporting beams in HCMC’s metro line No.1. This could have caused cracks seen in October.