Saigon – Hiep Phuoc Port welcomes 'super ship' Viking Venus, affirming its position as a gateway tourism destination for Ho Chi Minh City
At 10:55 a.m. on March 25, 2025, Saigon - Hiep Phuoc Port solemnly welcomed the cruise ship Viking Venus, one of the largest passenger ships to dock at the port since the beginning of 2025. The ship has a tonnage of 4,667DWT, length of 228.3m, width of 28.8m and clearance of 44m, safely and smoothly docking at pier CT02.
Viking Venus ship with a capacity of 4,667DWT docked at Saigon - Hiep Phuoc Port (CSG Media Team)
The Viking Venus, arriving from Norway, carrying 945 passengers and 435 crew members, marked an important event in promoting cruise tourism in the Ho Chi Minh City area. The docking process took place smoothly, strictly following international maritime procedures and standards, demonstrating the professionalism and capacity of Saigon – Hiep Phuoc Port.
Mr. Nguyen Le Chon Tam - General Director of Saigon Port and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saigon - Hiep Phuoc Port (3rd from right), Mr. Le Van Hoa - General Director and Mr. Nguyen Anh Hao - Deputy General Director of Saigon - Hiep Phuoc Port (2nd from left and right) (CSG Communications Team)
Board of Directors Saigon Port and Saigon – Hiep Phuoc Port were present to directly welcome and congratulate the crew and passengers. Mr. Nguyen Le Chon Tam - General Director of Saigon Port and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saigon - Hiep Phuoc Port, together with Mr. Le Van Hoa - General Director and Mr. Nguyen Anh Hao - Deputy General Director of Saigon - Hiep Phuoc Port, presented flowers and best wishes to all passengers and crew, demonstrating the warmth and hospitality of the port.
Overview of the reception of the Viking Venus ship at Saigon - Hiep Phuoc Port (CSG Media Team)
This event not only affirms the capacity and reputation of Saigon – Hiep Phuoc Port in receiving large cruise ships, but also contributes significantly to the development of cruise tourism, opening up many new opportunities for the tourism industry of Ho Chi Minh City in particular and Vietnam in general. The successful reception of the Viking Venus is also a testament to the continuous efforts of Saigon – Hiep Phuoc Port in improving service quality and meeting international standards.
Article: Chuong Pham
