At Keppel, supporting the education of young generations is a key focus of the Company's CSR initiatives.
To underscore this commitment, on May 30, Keppel, Saigon Centre and Sedona Suites jointly organised an experiential tour to Keppel’s properties in Vietnam for nearly 50 students from Chung Cheng High School (Main). This trip marks the fifth experiential tour by Keppel for high school and university students from both Vietnam and abroad.
Through this trip, the students had the opportunity to learn about Keppel's operations, strategies and achievements over its 3 decades of presence in Vietnam.
Ms Nguyen Thi Phuong Uyen, Senior Manager, Asset Management, Real Estate (Vietnam), Keppel Ltd. introducing Keppel’s business model and strategy development in Vietnam.
During the trip, the students had the opportunity to learn about Keppel's operations, strategies, and achievements over its three decades in Vietnam. One of the main themes of the tour was Saigon Centre, Keppel’s flagship mixed-use development in Vietnam. The students were introduced to the development strategy, opportunities, and challenges involved in the construction and operation of Saigon Centre. They also participated in a QnA session with Ms Nguyen Thi Thu Huong, Senior Manager of Retail Operations, and Ms Dinh Thi Anh My, Vice President of Retail Leasing at Saigon Centre, who shared their perspectives and expertise.
The students taking part in a QnA session with Ms Nguyen Thi Thu Huong, Senior Manager of Retail Operations, and Ms Dinh Thi Anh My, Vice President of Retail Leasing at Saigon Centre.
Additionally, the students presented ideas to improve building operations and proposed tenant selection strategies for the Saigon Centre shopping mall. This experiential tour provided them with practical knowledge and professional insights from experts, while also enhancing their teamwork and presentation skills, which are essential for their studies and future careers.
The students were divided into groups, actively exploring Saigon Centre and its tenants.
The students presenting their ideas at the visit.
Jade Tang, a student from Chung Cheng High School (Main), shared her impressions, “What impressed me most during this visit was how Saigon Centre attracted big, luxurious brands and made efficient use of the mall’s space. I learned that a lot of thought and planning goes into the services and spaces within the property, and how the Company builds relationships with brands to bring them into the mall and retain them.”
At the end of the tour, Mr Lim Kay Siong, Managing Director, Human Resources, Real Estate (Vietnam) and South East Asian Region, Keppel Ltd., spoke to the students on behalf of Keppel. He discussed cultural differences in multinational companies and how to navigate and adapt to these differences. This knowledge is essential for preparing students for their future careers.
Mr Lim Kay Siong, Managing Director, Human Resources, Real Estate (Vietnam) and South East Asian Region, Keppel Ltd. sharing with the students at the visit.
The students and teachers from Chung Cheng High School (Main) and Keppel’s representatives taking a group photo.
Saigon Centre is located along Le Loi Boulevard in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s central business district in District 1. It comprises retail space, premium Grade A office space and serviced apartments. Saigon Centre was named the Best Commercial Project and the Best Retail Project at the Vietnam Property Awards 2015, as well as Best Mixed-Use Development at the PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards 2023, which is a testament to Keppel’s effort to position the Saigon Centre development as a top destination to live, work and play in Ho Chi Minh City.
Keppel is a global asset manager and operator with strong expertise in sustainability-related solutions spanning the areas of infrastructure, real estate and connectivity. With over three decades of operations in Vietnam, Keppel has consistently aimed to uphold its responsibility to society, the environment, and education. These goals enable the Company to contribute to the community and support the sustainable development of Vietnam and the world.
Look back at some memorable moments during the tour.