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Jet fuel supply secured for holiday peak

Jet fuel supply secured for holiday peak

Jet fuel supply is expected to meet demand through the end of April and the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers'' Day (May 1) holiday peak, authorities confirmed.
Ministry seeks solutions as fuel-driven surge in materials prices weigh on construction cost

Ministry seeks solutions as fuel-driven surge in materials prices weigh on construction cost

Fuel prices, particularly for diesel, jumped significantly in March, pushing up prices across a range of construction materials due to higher production and transportation expenses.
Build to Last 2026 conference discusses sustainable urban development

Build to Last 2026 conference discusses sustainable urban development

As Việt Nam undergoes one of the fastest urbanisation cycles in Asia, the demand for sustainable infrastructure, resilient urban planning, and green construction solutions continues to grow rapidly, experts said at the Build to Last 2026 conference held in HCM City on Tuesday.
Construction material firms raise prices as energy costs surge

Construction material firms raise prices as energy costs surge

The VACC has urged the Government to introduce support measures, warning that volatility in fuel and material prices is directly affecting contractors, particularly those involved in transport infrastructure projects that consume large volumes of fuel and bulk materials.
At least 10 per cent reduction in pilotage service fees offered for all Vietnamese-flagged vessels

At least 10 per cent reduction in pilotage service fees offered for all Vietnamese-flagged vessels

The timely and coordinated actions taken by regulatory authorities and the business community will not only help ease cost pressures but also ensure smooth maritime transport, and stabilise the supply of goods and energy for the economy.
VN takes strong actions to boost social housing supply

VN takes strong actions to boost social housing supply

Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyễn Văn Sinh said upcoming social housing projects will be placed in ''green line'' for administrative procedures which allows the parallel implementation of multiple procedures in order to reduce processing time and compliance costs for developers...
Property to be granted e-identification codes from March 1

Property to be granted e-identification codes from March 1

Each real estate product will have its own unique electronic identification code starting from March 1 this year to ensure transparency, strict management and standardisation of market information.
Construction ministry pushes public investment disbursement

Construction ministry pushes public investment disbursement

Statistics showed that by the end of October, the ministry’s disbursement was estimated at VNĐ40.9 trillion (US$1.55 billion) or 51 per cent of its full-year plan, leaving a huge workload in the remaining months of this year.
Challenges facing green materials caused by high costs and consumer habits

Challenges facing green materials caused by high costs and consumer habits

High prices and limited consumer awareness meant green materials were mainly used in large-scale projects, rather than in the general market.
Government issues plan to roll out special mechanisms, fast-tracking metro networks in Hà Nội, HCM City

Government issues plan to roll out special mechanisms, fast-tracking metro networks in Hà Nội, HCM City

Hà Nội and HCM City must work closely with ministries and sectors to review and adjust planning around railway stations and depots, implement compensation and resettlement projects, and auction land to finance urban development linked to the railway systems in...
Removing real estate bottlenecks must begin with institutional reform

Removing real estate bottlenecks must begin with institutional reform

Unlocking the full potential of Việt Nam''s real estate market must start from reforming institutional frameworks, experts stressed at a forum on developing the real estate market to boost GDP growth held on September 26 by the Xây dựng (Construction)...
Despite rich resources, growth in Việt Nams green construction material market remains slow

Despite rich resources, growth in Việt Nam’s green construction material market remains slow

As climate change worsens, the global construction industry is turning to green materials, and Việt Nam is well-placed to follow with its rich resources.
Hưng Yên acts to stabilise construction material supply

Hưng Yên acts to stabilise construction material supply

Hưng Yên has 72 sand mines, including 50 river ones with an estimated reserve of 64.75 million cu.m and 22 coastal ones with around 75 million cu.m.
Rising material costs challenge the resilience of the construction industry

Rising material costs challenge the resilience of the construction industry

In the cost structure of the construction industry, where input materials always account for the largest proportion, any fluctuations in input prices can quickly erode profit margins.
Construction sector a top target for cyber threats in Southeast Asia

Construction sector a top target for cyber threats in Southeast Asia

While the construction sector is increasingly adopting advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation to enhance productivity and operational efficiency, it is also becoming more vulnerable to cyber threats, experts warn.