What factors determine the competitiveness of a production location today?
When selecting a location for a factory, many businesses focus on transportation speed, connectivity, and operating costs.
In this context, Dong Nai is entering a new phase of industrial development as transportation infrastructure is gradually improved.
As a result, Nhon Trach is emerging as an area that benefits early, with convenient connections to the region’s economic centers and logistics network.
Major projects reshaping the infrastructure landscape of Dong Nai
In recent years, Dong Nai province has been undergoing significant transformation driven by a breakthrough strategy in transportation infrastructure development.
In particular, Nhon Trach district plays a central role as it is located at the intersection of three regional economic corridors (the North – South corridor, the Moc Bai – TP.HCM – Bien Hoa – Vung Tau corridor, and the TP.HCM – Long Thanh – Dau Giay – Tay Nguyen corridor) [3].
Below are several large-scale projects that are creating strong development momentum for the area:
Ben Luc – Long Thanh Expressway
With a length of more than 57 km passing through Long An, TP.HCM, and Dong Nai, this is a key East – West transport route of the southern key economic region [4].
The expressway enables direct connectivity between the Mekong Delta and the Cai Mep – Thi Vai deep-water port system, optimizing logistics processes and supporting export activities.
Ring Road 3 (TP.HCM)
The section passing through Dong Nai province is approximately 11.26 km long and serves as a major leverage point opening up new urban development space [5].
The project not only helps reduce traffic pressure in central TP.HCM but also creates an industrial corridor that directly connects to expressways leading to the Cai Mep port system, strengthening interregional connectivity.
Long Thanh International Airport
This project is considered a strategic national infrastructure mega project. Once operational, it will become a regional-scale international aviation transit hub, shortening global cargo transportation times and providing a strong boost to the economy of Dong Nai province.
Cat Lai Bridge
This is the most anticipated project to remove the transportation bottleneck between Nhon Trach and TP.HCM. Once completed, Cat Lai Bridge will replace the existing ferry service, opening a direct connection that helps residents and businesses shorten travel time and facilitate goods circulation [1].
Together, these infrastructure projects are transforming Dong Nai into a new logistics center.
When Cat Lai Bridge and Ring Road 3 are completed, cargo flows from TP.HCM and the industrial zones of Nhon Trach will move more seamlessly, significantly reducing transportation time to the Cai Mep – Thi Vai deep-water port cluster.
This synchronized connectivity not only removes geographical barriers, positioning Nhon Trach as a satellite area adjacent to TP.HCM, but also strengthens the economic competitiveness of the entire region.
Long Thanh International Airport opens a new international aviation connectivity hub. Photo: Thanh Nien news
Nhon Trach: A strategic production hub in Southern Vietnam
Thanks to its proximity to many major infrastructure projects in Southern Vietnam, Nhon Trach is gradually establishing itself as a strategic manufacturing destination.
First, logistics efficiency has improved significantly as transportation time to seaports and aviation infrastructure has been shortened.
From KTG Industrial’s projects in Nhon Trach, businesses need only about 15 minutes to access the Long Thanh – Dau Giay and Ben Luc – Long Thanh expressways, helping optimize cargo circulation time within the region.
Nhon Trach is located approximately 15 km from Long Thanh International Airport [2] and has the advantage of convenient connectivity to the Cai Mep – Thi Vai deep-water port system. The distance to Cai Mep Port is about 40 km, with a travel time of around 60 minutes, enabling businesses to be more proactive and flexible in their import and export activities.
Once the airport becomes operational, it is expected to serve as a gateway for attracting international investors and experts to Vietnam, thereby enhancing the area’s appeal for manufacturing projects.
Infrastructure and connectivity are strengthening Nhon Trach’s manufacturing position. Photo: Thanh Nien news
In addition, access to labor and markets has also been strengthened.
Thanks to its close proximity to TP.HCM, businesses in Nhon Trach can easily connect with a skilled workforce while also reaching the region’s large consumer market.
A diverse transport network including road, waterway, and air transport also helps businesses enhance resilience against supply chain disruptions.
When multiple transport routes develop simultaneously, goods transportation can be adjusted according to different conditions, thereby reducing disruption risks and improving overall supply chain stability.
KTG Industrial: Supporting the growth momentum in Nhon Trach
KTG Industrial’s industrial spaces are positioned to capture the growth momentum in Nhon Trach
As infrastructure in the Nhon Trach area continues to improve, demand for high-quality industrial space and warehouse and factory leasing services is increasing rapidly.
In addition to transportation infrastructure, the area is also comprehensively invested in technical infrastructure such as power supply, water supply, and wastewater treatment systems,… provided by both the region and the developer, to support and ensure stable production operations for businesses.
KTG Industrial provides a system of ready-built factories and warehouses, enabling businesses to quickly deploy production and operate within an efficient and well-integrated environment.
The projects are designed with flexibility, optimized for operational efficiency, and integrated with logistics infrastructure, helping businesses shorten factory setup time and bring production lines into operation sooner.
These ready-to-operate industrial spaces provide a significant advantage for FDI enterprises seeking to leverage the developing infrastructure in Nhon Trach.
Conclusion
With the implementation of many key infrastructure projects in Dong Nai, Nhon Trach’s connectivity with economic centers, seaports, and regional logistics systems is being significantly improved.
As a result, infrastructure not only facilitates mobility but also plays an important economic role by helping businesses reduce operating costs and enhance long-term production efficiency.
References
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