On 13 October, Saigon Centre held a ceremony to honour individuals and teams for their outstanding performance in fire prevention and firefighting. The event not only expressed gratitude for their efforts but also reaffirmed Saigon Centre’s strong commitment to ensuring a safe environment for shoppers, tenants, employees, and the wider community.
Mr. Joseph Low (middle), Chairman of Keppel Land Watco I to V, the joint venture entities for Saigon Centre, Chief Representative, Vietnam, and President, Vietnam, Real Estate, Keppel Ltd., and the individuals who were honoured for their outstanding performance in fire prevention and firefighting.
On 7 October, a car unexpectedly caught fire in the B4 basement of Saigon Centre. Upon detection, the on-site teams swiftly activated emergency response protocols. Thanks to their prompt and coordinated actions, the fire was fully extinguished within minutes. Timely intervention by the team had effectively contained the incident, preventing further escalation. The Ho Chi Minh City Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police arrived promptly at the scene to assess the situation and investigate the cause. Mall operations resumed safely and returned to normal shortly after.
Mr. Lim Kay Siong (fourth from left), General Director of Keppel Land Watco I to V, the joint venture company of Saigon Centre, said, “I would like to thank the Ho Chi Minh City Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police, the Ho Chi Minh City Power Corporation, on-site staff of Saigon Centre as well as the security and service teams from Saigon Centre’s service providers companies. Their efforts kept the customers, tenants and colleagues safe. That means everything.”
Lieutenant Colonel Tran Xuan Phuong (middle), Deputy Head of the Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Department of Ho Chi Minh City, emphasized: “Saigon Centre and its tenants have demonstrated strong performance in fire prevention and safety. Equipment and tools are well-maintained, regular inspections are conducted, and emergency drills and training for on-site teams are effectively organised and prioritised by the building’s management.”
Safety is a cornerstone of Saigon Centre’s operations. The Company has invested in a comprehensive fire protection system, including fire detection and suppression, smoke control, emergency exits, and an integrated surveillance camera system.
Saigon Centre also prioritises human readiness. Regular fire safety training and drills are conducted for staff, tenants, and visitors to ensure preparedness and swift response in emergency situations.
The representatives of Saigon Centre and the Fire Prevention, Fighting and Rescue Police Department of Ho Chi Minh City.
Additionally, each year, Saigon Centre coordinates with the Ho Chi Minh City Fire Prevention, Fighting, and Rescue Police to conduct inspections, training sessions, and full-scale emergency drills. This collaboration ensures that all operations are continuously monitored and optimised for safety.
A city-level fire drill was held in 2023 at Saigon Centre with about 6,300 tenants and guests participating.
“We remain committed to strengthening our safety standards to ensure that Saigon Centre continues to be a vibrant destination for shopping, working, and living — and above all, a place where everyone feels safe and secure,” affirmed Mr. Lim Kay Siong.