Galaxy probes use of brand in Vietnam resort

Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) wants to stop the use of its brand in the marketing of Cam Ranh Bay, an upcoming resort in Nha Trang, Vietnam.

In a media statement, the Hong Kong-based casino operator said that promotional materials of the Vietnam resort contained what appear to be photos of the Duyen Ha Resort Cam Ranh, labeled as “Nha Trang Galaxy’s,” and with the ‘Galaxy’ name also written in Chinese. A mark was also used that Galaxy said was “extremely similar” to its own.

“GEG wishes to clarify that it does not operate any hotel or resort in Vietnam nor does GEG have any association with any of the existing hotels or resorts in Vietnam. GEG considers these advertisements to constitute a serious infringement of Galaxy’s intellectual property rights and is investigating this matter,” the company said.

Galaxy added that it was planning “to take appropriate legal action” against unauthorized use of its name and trademarks. It also called on the public to inform the company of such violations.