On the morning of May 23, 2025, in the heart of Cat Ba Town (Hai Phong), Central Construction Joint Stock Company, in coordination with Sun Group, solemnly held the groundbreaking ceremony for Tower HH1 — a flagship structure within the Cat Ba Central Bay Tourism And Commercial Service.
This event marks a significant milestone, symbolizing the beginning of a strategic development journey aimed at not only constructing a new architectural landmark but also unlocking the tremendous development potential of Cat Ba Island. The island is anticipated to become Vietnam’s first carbon-free eco-tourism paradise.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of representatives from Sun Group (the project’s investor), the Project Management Board, supervision consultants, general contractor Central, as well as project partners, subcontractors, suppliers, and a large number of personnel from all participating units.
Tower HH1 of the Cat Ba Central Bay Tourism And Commercial Service is situated adjacent to the town center of Cat Ba. The project is master-planned with the vision of transforming Cat Ba into a “Little Maldives of Asia” — an international destination offering world-class, sustainable, and culturally rich entertainment spaces. The project features key highlights including a central square, an international-standard public artificial beach, pedestrian streets lined with service and retail facilities, and distinctive architectural elements inspired by the stunning beauty of Lan Ha Bay. These features will turn the central square into a vibrant cultural hub and a functional public space for both local residents and tourists.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
| Project name: | Tower HH1 of the Cat Ba Central Bay Tourism And Commercial Service |
| Scale: | Twin towers with 1 basement and 25 floors |
| CFA: | 80.000m2 |
| Scope of work: | Structure, Finishing works and MEP with a total value of 1,000 billion VND |
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Tran Van Chinh, Head of the Sun Group Project Management Board, emphasized: “As of now, the project has made significant progress. Sun Group is preparing to open the first elements of the development — the central square and the beach — to serve both tourists and local residents on May 31. Tower HH1 plays a crucial role in the overall plan for Cat Ba’s town center and will be one of the key attractions that help realize Sun Group’s strategic vision. We firmly believe that Central, with its unwavering commitment and high sense of responsibility, will deliver a product of exceptional quality and distinction.”
The speech reflected not only the strong confidence placed in Central but also deep expectations for Tower HH1 to serve as a pioneering development that will redefine the image of the island.
In response to the investor’s trust, Mr. Tran Xuan Hoa, Project Director at Central, shared: “It is both an honor and a source of great pride for Central to be entrusted by Sun Group and the Project Management Board to undertake this project, which plays a pivotal role in the realization of Vietnam’s first carbon-neutral island. We are hopeful that the impact of Central’s construction efforts on Tower HH1 will further strengthen the successful partnership between our two organizations in the time ahead.”
From a general contractor, Central has continuously strived to evolve into a strategic partner accompanying investors in the creation of symbolic structures that embody principles of green growth, sustainability, and international integration.
With the guiding principles of Quality – Safety – Progress – Sustainability, each project undertaken by Central is more than just a construction endeavor; it is a demonstration of comprehensive capability in project management and execution. The company’s engineers and architects operate with the highest level of dedication and responsibility, proactively applying cutting-edge techniques and technologies to meet investor expectations — particularly on projects with strategic importance such as Tower HH1.
The groundbreaking ceremony concluded not only with solemn rituals but also with the official start of a new chapter — the journey of transforming the vision of a modern, prosperous, and environmentally pristine Cat Ba into reality.
