Photo: Reuters — Overview rendering of Lien Chieu Container Port, Lien Chieu District, Da Nang
Project Overview
Lien Chieu Port is the largest deep-water seaport project in Central Vietnam, located in Lien Chieu District, Da Nang City. With a total investment of $1.757 billion (approximately 43,000 billion VND), it is one of the largest port infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia. The port is designed with 8 deep-water container berths, a 16-meter-deep channel, capable of accommodating the world's largest container vessels up to 18,000 TEU — comparable to the region's major ports such as Cai Mep (Vietnam) and Laem Chabang (Thailand). Upon full completion by 2030, Lien Chieu Port will handle 10 million TEU annually, transforming Da Nang into a leading international logistics and trade hub — alongside the ongoing Vietnam FTSE upgrade and VinFast EV expansion reshaping Vietnam's economy.
Key Investors
The Hateco — APM Terminals consortium combines local operational experience with world-class international technology
Hateco Group
Lead InvestorHateco Group — a leading Vietnamese enterprise in seaports and logistics. Hateco has successfully operated multiple container terminals in Hai Phong, including Lach Huyen Port.
APM Terminals
International PartnerAPM Terminals — a subsidiary of A.P. Moller-Maersk Group (Denmark), one of the world's largest container port operators with 60+ terminals across 32 countries.
Construction Timeline
Economic Impact
Lien Chieu Port will create transformative changes for Da Nang's economy and the entire Central-Highlands region.
Employment
Creating 10,000+ direct and indirect jobs during construction, 5,000+ when fully operational
Da Nang GDP
Expected to contribute 8-12% of city GDP at full capacity, transforming Da Nang into an international logistics hub
Trade
Reducing container shipping costs by 30-40% for Central Vietnam, eliminating transshipment via HCMC or Hai Phong
Real Estate
Lien Chieu and Hoa Vang districts forecast to appreciate 40-60% driven by port effect and urbanization
Industry
Attracting FDI to nearby industrial zones, especially manufacturing and export processing sectors
Cruise Tourism
Enabling cruise tourism development with modern deep-water port infrastructure
▸ When Lien Chieu Port is fully operational by 2030, Central Vietnam export logistics costs could drop 25-30% -- textile and seafood businesses in Da Nang and Quang Nam will save thousands of billions of VND annually.
Da Nang's Strategic Vision
Lien Chieu Port is part of the larger transformation of Da Nang from a tourism city into a world-class seaport — logistics — high-tech urban center.
Relieving Tien Sa Port
Tien Sa Port is currently overloaded at 12M+ tons/year. Lien Chieu will absorb all container cargo, returning Tien Sa to tourism and general cargo functions.
Central Vietnam Logistics Hub
Da Nang positions itself as the largest logistics hub in the Central-Highlands region, connecting to the East-West Economic Corridor (EWEC) through Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar.
Northern Urbanization
Lien Chieu and Hoa Vang districts will become modern satellite urban areas with high-tech industrial parks, new residential zones, and connected transport systems.
Multimodal Connectivity
Lien Chieu Port sits on the North-South expressway axis, near the railway station, and connects directly to Da Nang International Airport via ring road.
Regional Trade & Port Comparison
Lien Chieu Port will compete directly with major Southeast Asian ports for international container cargo.
| Port | Capacity | Depth | Vessel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lien Chieu (Da Nang) | 10M TEU | 16m | 18,000 TEU | Under Construction |
| Cai Mep (Ba Ria) | 15M TEU | 16.5m | 24,000 TEU | Operational |
| Lach Huyen (Hai Phong) | 6M TEU | 14m | 14,000 TEU | Operational |
| Changi (Singapore) | 40M TEU | 18m | 24,000 TEU | Operational |
| Laem Chabang (Thailand) | 11M TEU | 16m | 18,000 TEU | Operational |
Vietnam's Infrastructure Synergy
Lien Chieu Port doesn't stand alone — it's part of Vietnam's largest-ever infrastructure investment wave, creating powerful synergy effects.
North-South Expressway
Full 1,800 km completion by 2026, directly connecting Lien Chieu Port with key economic regions
High-Speed Railway
North-South high-speed rail project (350 km/h) approved, Da Nang station will link to Lien Chieu Port
Long Thanh Airport
Long Thanh International Airport Phase 1 completion in 2026, supporting air logistics for Central Vietnam
My Thuan 2 & Rach Mieu 2 Bridges
New bridge system in the Mekong Delta improving multimodal transport connectivity
East-West Economic Corridor (EWEC)
Lien Chieu Port serves as the eastern gateway of the East-West Economic Corridor (EWEC) — a strategic 1,450 km trade route connecting Da Nang (Vietnam) through Lao Bao, Savannakhet (Laos), Mukdahan (Thailand) to Mawlamyine (Myanmar). Once Lien Chieu Port is operational, cargo from Northeastern Thailand and Laos can be exported directly through Da Nang by road, instead of transiting through Bangkok or Laem Chabang Port. This cuts transit time by 2-3 days and logistics costs by 20-30%, unlocking unprecedented cross-border trade opportunities for the entire Greater Mekong Subregion.
Environment & Sustainability
Lien Chieu Port is designed to international green port standards, ensuring sustainable development for Da Nang.
Green Port Standards
Implementing ESPO's PERS (Port Environmental Review System), using electric cargo handling equipment instead of diesel, and installing rooftop solar panels on warehouses.
Da Nang Bay Protection
Port wastewater treatment meets QCVN standards, breakwater designed to minimize coastal current impacts, protecting Son Tra peninsula marine ecosystems.
Smart Traffic Management
Automated truck management system reducing port area congestion. Rail connectivity cuts truck traffic on roads by 40% compared to conventional approaches.
Why This Project Matters
For decades, Central Vietnam lacked a deep-water port large enough to receive mega container vessels, forcing cargo to be transshipped through Ho Chi Minh City or Hai Phong — adding 3-5 days and 30-40% in costs. Lien Chieu Port will completely reshape the regional logistics landscape. This isn't just a port project — it's a strategic turning point placing Da Nang and Central Vietnam on the global trade map, competing directly with Singapore, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur as a Southeast Asian logistics hub.
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