Refund half of metro line 1 ticket price for customers using Techcombank Visa Eco card

Metro Line No. 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) was officially inaugurated on March 9. Photo of passengers on Metro Line No. 1 - Photo: CONG TRIEU

Techcombank said that metro line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) is the first urban railway project in Ho Chi Minh City, marking a major step forward in the development of public transport infrastructure.

Accompanying the inauguration ceremony of the city's important project, Techcombank introduced optimal payment solutions, promoting digital consumption habits and cashless payments of people when participating in the metro line.

Accordingly, passengers can use Techcombank cards or contactless payment methods such as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Wallet to buy tickets directly at the counter, via the HURC app or make quick transactions at the tap-in and tap-out gates.

In particular, customers using Techcombank Visa Eco cards also receive a 50% refund on ticket prices. This is a pioneering card line that aims for a green lifestyle, made from recyclable biological materials, helping to reduce plastic waste.

The card also integrates greenhouse gas measurement technology on each transaction, allowing customers to track CO2 _emissions based on the sector and spending value. In addition, to offset the impact of CO₂, the Eco card and Techcombank will help customers connect and contribute to environmental protection projects in Vietnam.

According to Mr. Nguyen Anh Tuan - Director of Techcombank's retail banking division, participating in sponsoring the inauguration ceremony and implementing the incentive program of 50% discount on ticket prices for customers when participating in metro line 1 Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien with Techcombank Visa Eco card once again affirms Techcombank's consistent green living message.

On the other hand, Techcombank also gradually helps customers experience a comprehensive green transportation journey, while also being a driving force to change consumer habits, moving towards a comprehensive digital economy.

"Developing green transportation is Techcombank's goal in the journey of sustainable development with the community. From modern financial solutions to great incentives, Techcombank wants to accompany relevant agencies to encourage green living and bring seamless experiences to customers.

We believe that a modern transportation system cannot lack smart payment methods, helping to optimize the travel experience and move towards a sustainable city," Mr. Tuan added.

With the vision of "transforming the financial industry, enhancing the value of life", Techcombank Visa Eco card and outstanding incentive programs contribute to comprehensive financial solutions to continue implementing the sustainable development strategy with the community in the green living journey.

With its features, practical values ​​and large partner ecosystem, Techcombank Visa Eco card also won the "Sustainable Product Design" award, honored by the prestigious ESG Business Award 2024.

This contributes to affirming Techcombank's pioneering role in setting new standards for the industry through ESG commitment and fulfilling its brand promise of "Better Every Day".

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/hoan-mot-nua-gia-ve-metro-so-1-cho-khach-su-dung-the-techcombank-visa-eco-20250324151703359.htm