HCMC | Tall Building Forum 2026

Name: HCMC | Tall Building Forum 2026
Start: 2026-05-14
End: 2026-05-14
Location: Autograph Collection Hotel, Vinpearl Landmark 81

Event Organizer

Eurocham

Phone

(84-28) 3827 2715

Email

eventsupport@eurochamvn.org

Website

Eurocham Website

Other Organizers

EuroCham's Construction Sector Committee

Over the past year, Vietnam’s construction industry has undergone a remarkable transformation in both scope and scale, reflected in the launch of major infrastructure and urban development projects nationwide. Key institutional reforms in 2025 – notably the merger of the Ministry of Transport into the Ministry of Construction – signal a stronger push toward integrated planning, streamlined governance, and more coordinated project delivery.
In parallel, the newly promulgated Law on Construction, adopted in 2025 and taking effect on 1 July 2026, marks a significant milestone in the sector’s regulatory reform agenda. The Law introduces important updates aimed at enhancing transparency, improving administrative efficiency, and strengthening quality control and compliance mechanisms across construction activities.
Amid this transition, Vietnam’s commitment to sustainable development is increasingly reflected in the construction regulatory framework, with clearer criteria relating to green materials, energy efficiency, climate resilience, and sustainable construction techniques. These developments are reshaping how cities are planned and how high-rise buildings are designed, constructed, and operated.
In this context, the Construction Sector Committee (CSC) of EuroCham Vietnam, in cooperation with Council on Vertical Urbanism (CVU) is convening its signature Tall Building Forum to provide forward-looking insights into sustainable urban high-rise development. Building on the strong momentum and success of the 2024 edition, this year’s forum will explore key themes such as Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), sustainability in high-rise design, affordable housing, and integrated urban development strategies.
The programme will feature distinguished architects, urban planners, developers, and sustainability experts from Vietnam and abroad, creating a direct platform for policy dialogue, knowledge exchange, and professional networking. In addition to panel discussions and technical sessions, the forum will also include project showcases, where leading industry players present exemplary developments that demonstrate innovation in design, engineering excellence, and sustainable urban integration.
With a strong line-up of speakers and an expanded exhibition component, this year’s Tall Building Forum is expected to attract high-level participation from construction companies, developers, consultants, investors, and other stakeholders across the built-environment ecosystem.

Objectives:

• Position the Forum as a signature platform for the construction community to exchange best practices and industry updates.

• Provide practical insights on emerging trends in sustainable construction, TOD, and integrated urban development.

• Foster structured dialogue and collaboration between Vietnamese and European enterprises.

• Create high-level networking opportunities for industry stakeholders.

• Showcase outstanding and innovative construction projects, contributing to the advancement of the sector.

Target audience:

• Developers and investors

• Architects, planners, and engineers

• Contractors and solution providers

• Government and regulatory representatives

• Sustainability and urban development experts

Details of the event:

• Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

• Time: 1:00PM – 08:30PM

• Location: Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection Hotel, 720A Dien Bien Phu, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

• Language: English (with translation provided)

• Fee:

EuroCham members: 800,000VND/pax

Non – members: 1,100,000VND/pax

• For registration matters: Ms. Khanh at eventsupport@eurochamvn.org

• For EuroCham Construction Sector Committee Coordinator: Ms. Cam-Tu Lieu at tu.lieu@eurochamvn.org

*Please note that cancellation (if any) must be made at least 48 hours before the event; otherwise, full charge (800,000VND/pax for EuroCham members or 1,100,000VND/pax for non-members) will be applied due to obligation with venue.

Speakers

Mark Gillin Founder, Chairman, Managing Director, America Indochina Management Ltd. (AIM)

Mark Gillin

Founder, Chairman, Managing Director, America Indochina Management Ltd. (AIM)

Mark Gillin has been identifying, developing and investing in business opportunities in Vietnam since 1993.

He is a founder and chairman of America Indochina Management Ltd. (AIM). Founded in 1993, AIM is one of the oldest American-owned companies in Vietnam. It has built and invested in market-leading businesses in a variety of sectors covering construction, furniture, healthcare, education, ecommerce, and hospitality.

Mark is a founding member of AmCham Vietnam. He has served 12 years as Governor, including one year as Chairman, three as Vice Chairman and one as Secretary. He provided input for the US-VN Bi-lateral Trade Agreement; the WTO agreement and the Transpacific Partnership (TPP). Committee and was Co-Chair of the VBF Tax and Customs Working Group.

He served as non-executive board member of Navigos/Vietnamworks, AA Corporation, Japan Medical Corporation, and Indochina Assets Limited.

He graduated with honors from Duke University with a BA in Policy Studies.
Claudia Melniciuc Council on Vertical Urbanism CVU Asia Chairwoman

Claudia Melniciuc

Council on Vertical Urbanism CVU Asia Chairwoman
Freek Jansen Vice Chairman of CSC - Dewan Architects

Freek Jansen

Vice Chairman of CSC - Dewan Architects
Lois Delhom Managing Director of Delhom Acoustics

Lois Delhom

Managing Director of Delhom Acoustics
Kien Hoang Vice Chairman of CSC - ARUP

Kien Hoang

Vice Chairman of CSC - ARUP
Shonn Mills Council on Vertical Urbanism Chairman

Shonn Mills

Council on Vertical Urbanism Chairman