Saigoneer

    BackStories » Vietnam » PetroVietnam Power Firm to Launch IPO in August

    PetroVietnam Power Firm to Launch IPO in August

    AAA
    PV Power, the energy arm of state-run oil giant PetroVietnam is going public in August.

    The firm announced the news on its website on Monday. PV Power plans to sell a 25% stake in its initial public offering (IPO) this August, reports Thanh Nien.

    Though PV Power is among the country's top power producers, second only to Electricity of Vietnam (EVN), the firm's profits have plummeted in the past few years. In 2015, PV Power raked in a net profit of just over VND1.38 trillion (US$60.9 million), a nearly 50% decline from the previous year.

    Company officials are now seeking strategic partnerships with foreign investors, including Japan's Tohoku Electric Power and South Korea's SK and Kospo.

    According to Thanh Nien, the firm must submit an official plan to the Ministry of Industry and Trade next in order to receive permission for the IPO.

    [Photo via PVC]


    Related Articles:

    Flying High: VietJet Is Going Public

    Mon Hue Aims to Raise $100m on Hong Kong Stock Exchange


    If you have enjoyed our work and believe that Saigoneer’s voice is an important one to have, please consider supporting us. Pledge any amount you’re comfortable with in the form of a one-time or recurring donation so we can continue bringing you the stories you love to read.

    Related Articles

    in Vietnam

    $14 Million Approved For Restoration Of Hanoi’s 112-Year-Old Long Biên Bridge

    The fate of one of Vietnam’s most beloved and storied structures took another positive turn last week when the government approved a $14 million restoration package for Long Biên Bridge.

    in Vietnam

    'Amazing Race Vietnam' Apologizes for Challenge Harming Coral Reef

    An underwater challenge during this year’s installment of The Amazing Race Vietnam is not sitting well with environmentalists.

    in Vietnam

    'Engaging With Vietnam' Conference Ruminates on Heritage in Huế

    “Living with Heritage, (Re)Creating Heritage: Vietnam and the World” is the title of the 14th Engaging with Vietnam conference, a series of activities including academic panel discussions, keynote tal...

    in Vietnam

    1.2m Vietnamese Move to Cities a Year: Report

    Up to 1.2 million Vietnamese migrate to cities each year, according to a recent report.

    in Vietnam

    10 Beautiful Photos of Sapa's Majestic Snow

    Last weekend's snowstorm in Sapa drew photographers from all over northern Vietnam who jumped at the opportunity to capture some great photos of the town's snow-covered hills, roads and residents.&nbs...

    in Vietnam

    10 Killed, Over 30 Missing in Central and Northern Vietnam as Storm Son-Tinh Brings Flash Floods

    Heavy rains from storm Son-Tinh, which eventually weakened to a tropical depression, have caused flash floods and fatalities in central Vietnam.

    Partner Content

    in Resorts

    Charming Hosts Invite You to Experience Serene Beachside Stays at Danang Marriott Resort & Spa

    What do you want from a hotel?

    in Education

    The Value of Embracing Vietnamese Language and Culture at Việt Nam Tinh Hoa

    Parents don’t want to choose between their children having deep-rooted cultural identities and the English fluency necessary to excel in international situations. Thankfully, both are possible. T...

    in Resorts

    Villas Overlooking Non Nước Beach Welcome Families to Savor Central Vietnam’s Splendid Nature

    The calm hush of soft waves accompanies a touch of ocean salt in the air as one wanders along the sand. Tall mango trees clutching eruptions of yellow flowers shade the short stroll from one’s vi...

    in Health

    The Story of Premier Dental, A Pioneering Vietnamese Dental Clinic Chain

    At the turn of the 21st century, dentistry in Vietnam was generally limited to dental departments in hospitals and small, single-chair private offices operating after hours. In 1999, Dr. Võ Văn Tự Hiế...

    in Resorts

    Abandoning Saigon’s Steamy Spring for Cool Ski Slopes Abroad with Club Med

    The arrival of spring doesn’t need to mean you need to abandon your desire to ski this year just yet.

    in Resorts

    New Beachfront Pool Villas Balance the Harmony of Nature and Luxury at Green Bay Phu Quoc Resort and Spa

    “Our philosophy is about creating experiences. Resorts that succeed are so much more than a place to stay; we want to create that journey and lasting memories close to nature. Time is finite so every ...