Arsenale's investment supports SJourney's next phase of growth and international ambitions while preserving its distinctive Vietnamese identity
HANOI, Vietnam, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SJourney, Vietnam's pioneering luxury rail brand, today announced a new chapter in its development following Arsenale's acquisition of a 33% strategic stake in the company.
The partnership marks an important milestone in SJourney's long-term ambition to build a distinctive international luxury travel brand rooted in Vietnam. It brings together SJourney's deep knowledge of the destination and established operational expertise with Arsenale's international experience in luxury hospitality and rail travel.
Through the partnership, SJourney will gain access to Arsenale's international commercial network and distribution channels, as well as strategic and industry expertise to support future route development, expansion into additional markets and the continued evolution of the onboard experience. Product development will also include the introduction of three new carriages.
SJourney was founded on a simple belief: the journey itself should be an integral part of the destination. Rather than treating the railway simply as a means of transportation, SJourney creates journeys that invite travellers to experience Vietnam at a slower and more considered pace, connecting landscapes, cultural heritage, local communities and the stories of the places along the way.
From historic cities and rural landscapes to coastal regions and culturally significant destinations, SJourney offers a different perspective on Vietnam, where the experience unfolds not only at each destination, but throughout the journey itself. This philosophy will remain central as SJourney enters its next phase of growth.
The partnership also includes the licensing of the Golden Eagle brand. As part of this strategy, SJourney will operate under the SJourney by Golden Eagle brand. SJourney will remain at the heart of the proposition and the distinctive local expression of the experience, while the Golden Eagle endorsement will support its international positioning and reach.
"SJourney was created to offer a more meaningful way to experience Vietnam — one where the journey is as important as the destination itself. Arsenale's investment gives us the opportunity to accelerate the next phase of that vision: strengthening our product, extending our international reach and creating new opportunities for travellers to discover Vietnam through SJourney. As we grow, what matters most is that we remain unmistakably Vietnamese and continue to build every journey around a genuine sense of place. This partnership gives us additional capabilities to grow internationally without losing what makes SJourney distinctive." said Thang Phan, Co-founder and Business Development Manager of SJourney.
Arsenale's investment also marks the Italian Group's entry into Vietnam and further strengthens its presence in Asia. Arsenale will act as a strategic minority shareholder, supporting SJourney's growth while the company continues to build on its local expertise and distinctive brand identity.
ABOUT SJOURNEY
SJourney is a pioneering Vietnamese luxury rail brand creating a distinctive way to experience Vietnam. Rooted in a deep understanding of the country, SJourney creates immersive journeys that combine the comfort and intimacy of luxury rail travel with authentic discovery, connecting guests with Vietnam's landscapes, cultural heritage, local communities and distinctive sense of place.
Through its signature journeys across Vietnam, SJourney connects historic cities, rural landscapes, coastal regions and culturally significant destinations, offering travellers a slower and more meaningful way to discover the country. At the heart of SJourney is a simple belief: the journey itself should be an integral part of the destination.
For further information and bookings, please visit www.thesjourney.com or contact the SJourney team at inquiry@thesjourney.com.
ABOUT ARSENALE S.p.A.
Arsenale is an Italian group operating across luxury hospitality and rail travel, developing and investing in distinctive travel experiences in Italy and international markets. Founded in 2020, the Group operates through its Hospitality and Luxury Rail divisions and has built a growing international presence across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
Its portfolio includes luxury hospitality developments in Italy and a growing international rail platform spanning Italy, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Egypt, the UAE and, through its investment in SJourney, Vietnam. In September 2025, Arsenale acquired 100% of Golden Eagle Luxury Trains Ltd., further strengthening its international luxury rail capabilities.
MEDIA CONTACT
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Email: dom@thesjourney.com
Website: www.thesjourney.com
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SJourney Enters a New Chapter with Arsenale's 33% Strategic Investment
SJourney Enters a New Chapter with Arsenale's 33% Strategic Investment
Submarine Networks World x Subsea Security World 2026: the flagship annual event for the global subsea industry returns to Singapore
SINGAPORE, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Submarine Networks World 2026 (organised by Terrapinn), steps up another level and will be welcoming over 1,500 subsea fibre leaders and 150+ industry speakers from across the globe to Sands EXPO & Convention Centre in Singapore on September 23rd and 24th.
The introduction of the new Subsea Security World theatre, focused on the biggest talking point of the last twelve months, increases attendance and participation from security sector specialists, national and regional government entities, navy, coastguard, policymakers and academics from the Americas, Europe, Asia, Oceania.
"Subsea cables connect the world and protecting them has never mattered more. With the launch of Subsea Security World alongside our flagship event, 2026 brings together the commercial and security sides of the industry in one place for the first time. We're thrilled to welcome back the global subsea community, as well as the policy makers and defence specialists shaping its future, to Singapore for what will be the largest edition yet, and the edition the industry has been waiting for", Paul Clark, Managing Director (Asia), Terrapinn.
Everyone from cable owners/operators, consortium members, technology providers, innovators, consultants, service partners, government entities, financiers, surveying companies – the whole industry - will be onsite at the true 'one-stop shop' for any subsea cable project.
Meet with more than 80 sponsors, exhibitors and partners, including Title Sponsor - Nokia, Diamond Sponsors - Ciena and HMN Tech and Gold Sponsors ASN, APTelecom, BAE Systems, Center3, Digital Realty, EXFO, FiberHome, Fibersense, Huawei, Prysmian, ShinewayTech, SMD, Solwake, Starboard Maritime Intelligence and Telecom Egypt.
Attendees will hear from 150+ influential speakers from every inhabited continent around the world. Both mornings begin with the daily Keynote sessions, followed by 4 specialist theatres each day - Strategy, Cable, Data Centres & CLS, Network, O&M and Subsea Security World.
Keynote Speakers include:
- Alan Mauldin, Research Director, TeleGeography
- Andy Palmer-Felgate, Submarine Cable Engineer, Meta
- Giuseppe Valentino, VP Product Management, Backbone & Infrastructure Solutions, Sparkle
- Nelson McMillan, Royal Navy Maritime Domain Awareness Adviser, Southeast Asia, UK Ministry of Defence
- Kent Bressie, Partner – HWG LLP / Legal Advisor, ICPC
- Nadia Krivetz, Director, Cable Resilience & Connectivity Centre, DFAT Australia
- Captain Brett Dawe, Chief of Navy Liaison Officer to the Republic of Singapore Navy, Royal Australian Navy
- Sean Bergin, President & Co-Founder, APTelecom
- Bevan Slattery, Founder, SUBCO
- Mark Procter, Deputy CEO, Stavian HighTech Infrastructure
- Ambrogio Michetti, Chief Corporate & Revenue Officer, Sparkle
- Amajit Gupta, Group CEO and MD, Lightstorm
- Jim Fagan, Chief Executive Officer, EXA Infrastructure
- Sasha Pearson, Policy Analyst, European Centre for Development Policy Management (ECDPM)
- Woon Sien Loh, Senior Director, Infrastructure Planning & Market Development, Info-Communications Media Development Authority (IMDA)
- Emily Kiernan, Head of Strategy and Investments, Telstra Digital Infrastructure
- Robert Pepper, Senior Fellow, Global Digital Inclusion Partnership
- Walid Wakim, Chief Technology Officer of Systems, Nokia
- Savy Wei, Senior Network Solution Manager, HMN Tech
- Amit Malik, Vice President, APJI Sales, Ciena
For event information and the full conference agenda, visit https://www.terrapinn.com/ExperienceSNW2026
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About Submarine Networks World x Subsea Security World 2026:
Submarine Networks World x Subsea Security World 2026 will take place on 23-24 September 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore. Firmly established as the world's largest annual gathering of the global subsea communications community, Submarine Networks World is the dedicated platform to exchange knowledge, explore the latest projects, develop strategies and form lucrative new partnerships to drive the industry forward. For 2026, Subsea Security World joins the event for the first time, bringing together the public, private and policy-making stakeholders shaping the future of cable security and protection.
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