Ho Chi Minh City
$30B+ annually
Overview
Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s largest and most diversified manufacturing center, with over 1 million manufacturing workers and $30+ billion in annual exports. The city serves as the primary hub for Southern Vietnam’s textile, activewear, and furniture industries, while also hosting a growing electronics sector.
The city’s competitive advantage lies in its unmatched logistics infrastructure, with multiple deep-water ports (Cat Lai, VICT, Hiep Phuoc) and Tan Son Nhat International Airport providing seamless export capabilities. The upcoming Long Thanh International Airport (opening 2026) will further strengthen the city’s position as Vietnam’s premier manufacturing and logistics hub.
Infrastructure
Ports
- Cat Lai Port
- Tan Cang - Hiep Phuoc Port
- VICT (Vietnam International Container Terminal)
Airports
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport
- Long Thanh International Airport (opening 2026)
Industrial Parks
- Tan Thuan Export Processing Zone
- Linh Trung Export Processing Zone
- Le Minh Xuan Industrial Park
- Hiep Phuoc Industrial Park
Proximity
- Nearest Port: 15km (Cat Lai)
- Nearest Airport: 10km (Tan Son Nhat)
Economic Data
Labor Cost Range
$280-400/month
Key Specializations
- Largest concentration of garment factories in Vietnam
- Export logistics hub with multiple deep-water ports
- Premium furniture and design-focused production
- Diverse manufacturing base across all sectors
- Access to skilled workforce and design talent