Sài Gòn ward (located in the former District 1) is the largest ward in District 1, comprising the entire Bến Nghé area - the commercial, tourist center of Ho Chi Minh City. A solution for electric vehicle charging stations for businesses, parking lots, and EVsafe.
Sài Gòn ward is the largest ward in District 1, established on the basis of the entire Bến Nghé area - the core of the administrative, commercial, and tourist center of Ho Chi Minh City, where famous landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Nguyễn Huệ pedestrian street, and Bitexco Financial Tower are located. If you are a business owner with a storefront, manage a parking lot, or an office building in this area, this article will help you understand the characteristics of the ward, the demand for electric vehicle charging, and the suitable EVsafe solution.
Administrative note: According to Resolution No. 1685/NQ-UBTVQH15 (effective from July 1, 2025), Sài Gòn ward was established based on the merger of the entire Bến Nghé ward and parts of Đa Kao and Nguyễn Thái Bình wards of the former District 1. The term "District 1" in this article refers to the old administrative name for ease of reference.
This article is a supplement to the overview article on electric vehicle charging stations in District 1 - where you can find complete information on solutions and cooperation models for the entire former District 1 area.
Characteristics of Sài Gòn ward
Sài Gòn ward has an area of 3.04 km² with a population of approximately 47,000 people, equivalent to a density of around 15,460 people/km² - much lower than other densely populated residential wards in this series, as this area is primarily commercial, administrative, and tourist-oriented with few purely residential areas.
The area includes the entire old Bến Nghé area: with a high density of shops, restaurants, hotels, and offices around the axes of Nguyễn Huệ, Đồng Khởi, Lê Lợi, and Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa; iconic works like Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Central Post Office, Reunification Palace, and Bitexco Tower. The number of transient visitors, domestic and foreign tourists traveling by motorbike or rented electric motorbikes is very large throughout the year, while the land area here belongs to the most expensive group in the country.
Demand for electric motorbike charging in Sài Gòn ward
With its characteristic commercial and tourist center, the demand for electric motorbike charging in Sài Gòn ward comes from:
- Front-line shops and restaurants: customers who stay for a long time (eating, shopping, visiting) are the ideal time to charge their vehicles, but most of the premises do not have a private yard to arrange a charging point.
- Public parking lots, office building parking lots: the number of cars parked during office hours and peak tourist hours is very large and stable throughout the year.
- Tourists renting electric motorbikes: the need for fast and convenient charging right at central attractions like Nguyễn Huệ, Notre Dame Cathedral.
EVsafe solution by premises in Sài Gòn ward
- Front-line shops and restaurants - compact charging stations utilizing corner walls or narrow spaces close to the sidewalk legally, without needing a large area. See charging station solutions for households.
- Public parking lots, office building parking lots - configured with multiple ports, serving the flow of customers parking during office hours and peak tourist hours. See charging station solutions for parking lots.
Revenue-sharing model for premises owners
EVsafe cooperates with transparent revenue sharing in real-time, reconciling through the app on the 15th and 30th of every month:
- The landlord self-invests in equipment: receives 90% of the revenue, while EVsafe keeps 10%.
- EVsafe invests in all equipment: the landlord does not incur capital costs, receives 40% of the revenue, while EVsafe keeps 60%.
*(Illustration, not a commitment:* a 10-port charging station, priced at ~4,000đ per charge, with an average of ~25 charges per day → estimated gross revenue of ~3 million đồng per month per station. With a large number of transient and tourist customers around the Nguyễn Huệ - Notre Dame area, a location in Sài Gòn ward has the potential to achieve a higher number of charges per station than this average - a field survey is needed to obtain accurate data.)*
For business locations with limited frontage area of just a few square meters, the self-investment model allows the landlord to receive the largest share of revenue on a limited area; with the EVsafe investment model, the landlord does not incur initial capital costs, suitable for those who want to experiment before expanding.
EVsafe station/project near Sài Gòn ward
EVsafe is expanding its charging station network in the old District 1 area, prioritizing central locations with high customer traffic. Currently, there is no fixed station in Sài Gòn ward - register for a survey to be prioritized in the next deployment phase.
Frequently asked questions
Can a location with only a few square meters in the Nguyễn Huệ, Notre Dame area be equipped with a charging station?
Yes. EVsafe has a compact charging station solution suitable for small locations, common in central areas. The survey team will consult on the location and number of charging ports suitable for the actual area.
Does installing a charging station on the sidewalk in a central area require separate legal procedures?
Yes, depending on the specific location (within a private compound or adjacent to a public sidewalk). The EVsafe survey team will check the actual conditions and advise on a suitable plan in accordance with current regulations before installation.
Is the charging station suitable for serving tourists who rent electric motorcycles?
Yes. The station operates 24/7, with payment made through an app, making it suitable for both local residents and tourists who need fast charging when visiting the city center.
You have a business premises, a parking lot, or an office building in Sài Gòn ward and want to know the actual income from a charging station? Register for a free survey with EVsafe - a technician will measure the electrical load, advise on fire prevention and fighting, and send a detailed estimate of revenue.
