Golden Dragon Prize for Zamil Steel Vietnam
Saturday, 13th March 2004
Zamil Steel Vietnam (ZSV), the Asian operation of Saudi Arabia's Zamil Steel, has been awarded the prestigious 'Golden Dragon Prize' for the year 2003. Conferred by the Vietnamese government, the award reflects the performance of foreign enterprises operating in the country and recognizes their contributions to the Vietnamese economy.
Out of a total of some 1,000 entities vying for the Golden Dragon Cup, ZSV emerged as one of 30 winners from 10 categories, and won for having the best product in the 'construction and construction material' category.
On receiving the award from Madam Nguyen Thi Binh, Former Vice President of Vietnam, at a prize giving ceremony held on 20 February 2004, George Kobrossy, General Director, ZSV said:
"Zamil Steel Vietnam is proud to be the recipient of this year's award, which underscores the positive recognition of our company in this country. We remain committed to building upon our successes, and - through our own growth and expansion - to an ongoing contribution to the socio-economic development of Vietnam."
The selection criteria for the prize stresses the quality of products and services, an awareness of trademarks, company turnover and growth, customer services, contribution to the local economy, care of employees, as well as participation in humanitarian and charitable work.
The Golden Dragon award was established in 2001 and is organized by Vietnam Economic Times with full support from the Ministry of Planning and Investment, Ministry of Culture and Information, Ministry of Trade, World Economic Institute and the Vietnam Economic Association.
