VinFast to set up headquarters in 3 European markets
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VinFast plans to set up headquarters in Germany, France and the Netherlands as it eyes a successful foray into key European markets for its electric cars.
But it is unclear when the Frankfurt, Paris and Amsterdam offices will open.
The company is set to open its first flagship store in Germany’s Cologne next month and another one in Paris in December. More are in the works by early 2023.
To support its rollout, VinFast said it already has hundreds of employees with vehicle manufacturing experience and market-specific expertise in place across its European launch markets.
It aims to hire over 200 technicians in the next 12 months to support its after-sales network.
“Returning to the site of our global debut four years ago, VinFast is proud of the great strides it has made towards market expansion and its commitment to driving the global electric vehicle revolution,” Le Thi Thu Thuy, Vingroup vice chairwoman and VinFast Global CEO, said.
“VinFast aspires to an even bigger achievement: becoming a beloved all-electric brand in crucial European markets.”
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific cities will host VinFast's new European headquarters?
Which specific cities will host VinFast's new European headquarters?
VinFast plans to establish headquarters in Frankfurt, Paris and Amsterdam. It is currently unclear when these offices will open.
Q.When is VinFast expected to open its first European retail locations?
When is VinFast expected to open its first European retail locations?
The company's first flagship store in Cologne, Germany, is scheduled to open next month. Another store in Paris is set to open in December.
Q.What is VinFast's plan for expanding its workforce in Europe?
What is VinFast's plan for expanding its workforce in Europe?
VinFast intends to hire over 200 technicians within the next 12 months. These hires will support its after-sales network across its European launch markets.
Q.What is the stated ambition for VinFast in the European market?
What is the stated ambition for VinFast in the European market?
VinFast aspires to become a beloved all-electric brand in crucial European markets. This goal was articulated by its Global CEO.
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