Quang Ninh Province, located just over 200km from Hanoi, is strategically positioned for significant commercial development. According to the provincial master plan approved by the Prime Minister, Quang Ninh aims to establish large-scale shopping centers, multi-functional commercial complexes, and regional-level hubs to cater to the shopping, entertainment, and leisure needs of both residents and tourists.
Among these initiatives, the Aeon Mall Ha Long project stands as a flagship investment in Quang Ninh’s commerce, services, and tourism sectors. Construction officially commenced in February 2025.
Situated in Bai Chay Ward, the project spans over 13 hectares. This includes 9.1 hectares allocated for the shopping center and 3.92 hectares for transportation infrastructure, with a total investment of over 5.2 trillion VND. It marks Aeon Mall’s fourth venture in Northern Vietnam, following successful projects in Hanoi and Hai Phong.
Project rendering. Image: Aeon Mall Vietnam.
As a premier shopping destination, Aeon Mall Ha Long features a 5-story structure with an additional basement level. The complex boasts a total floor area of 208,000m², offering a range of amenities including dining and beverage services, a children’s play area, retail spaces, and a cinema.
Strategically located in Quang Ninh’s tourism and service hub, with seamless transportation connectivity, Aeon Mall Ha Long is projected to attract approximately 10 million visitors annually and create 2,500 permanent jobs once operational.
Construction site of Aeon Mall Ha Long.
Adhering to commitments made to the province, the construction team has completed the foundation and main structural components of 3 out of 5 planned floors. The site maintains a workforce of 500–600 engineers, technicians, and workers, operating in three continuous shifts, including weekends. Progress is meticulously monitored daily to ensure alignment with the project timeline.
The General Manager of Aeon Mall Ha Long emphasized that the team is collaborating closely with construction partners to implement international standards in construction management, workplace safety, and quality control. This ensures the highest quality of the project and adherence to the scheduled completion date.
With daily progress tracking, contractors are committed to completing all main structures and auxiliary works by early October 2026.
The developer is also finalizing launch plans, scheduled for November to December 2026, following the completion of finishing touches and trial operations.
Daily progress monitoring and oversight.
As Japan’s largest retail conglomerate, Aeon operates across 10 core business sectors, maintaining balanced growth under its corporate structure. Aeon Mall, a key subsidiary, specializes in commercial real estate development. To date, Aeon has established 8 shopping centers in Vietnam, with a combined leasable area of 462,000m².
According to the 2024 financial report, Aeon Mall recorded an 8.6% profit increase, totaling 4.23 billion yen (approximately 776.7 billion VND). On average, the company generates over 2.1 billion VND in daily profits in the Vietnamese market.
Furusawa Yasuyuki, CEO of Aeon Vietnam, highlighted that after more than a decade in Vietnam, the group has invested approximately 1.5 billion USD, demonstrating its long-term commitment to this promising market.
Image: Quang Ninh Province’s official portal.
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