On October 8, 2026, at the Vietnam Exhibition Center (VEC), Dong Anh, Hanoi, the Opening Ceremony of VRT&CON’ 2026 – the 2nd International Exhibition and Conference on Modern Railway Technology and Infrastructure Construction Supply Chain in Vietnam – took place in a solemn atmosphere, with the participation of representatives from regulatory bodies, diplomatic leaders, international organizations, and domestic and international business communities.

The opening ceremony featured the presence and keynote remarks of the following delegates:

Mr. Nguyen Tien Thinh - Deputy Director General of Vietnam Railway Authority, Ministry of Construction.

Major General Luu Hong Quang – Director of the Department of Security Industry, Ministry of Public Security.

Mrs. Helga Margarete Barth – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Germany to Vietnam.

H.E. Mr. Didier Le Bret – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the French Republic to Vietnam.

H.E. Mr. Philipp Agathonos - Austrian Ambassador

The remarks delivered at the ceremony highlighted the crucial role of international cooperation, technology transfer, and supply chain development in the modernization of transport infrastructure. It also served as a valuable platform to enhance dialogue among regulatory bodies, international partners, and businesses, aiming for practical solutions tailored to the development needs of Vietnam's railway sector.

Under the theme "smart infrastructure and advanced materials for sustainable railways", VRT&CON’ 2026 continues to expand its exhibition space, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, equipment, and solutions across infrastructure, rolling stock, signaling and telecommunications, safety, and railway operations. Furthermore, the exhibition provides an ideal environment for stakeholders to meet, exchange professional expertise, explore potential partners, and drive collaboration opportunities within the railway industry supply chain.

The opening program marks the beginning of a vibrant series of events at VRT&CON’ 2026, featuring:

Speeches from regulatory and diplomatic leaders, sharing strategic insights on railway development orientation and the role of international cooperation.

Guided exhibition tours, exploring state-of-the-art technologies, equipment, and solutions for modern railway infrastructure construction, operation, and maintenance.

Conferences, panel discussions, and business matching sessions, creating opportunities to discuss practical requirements, update technology trends, and foster partnerships between domestic and international stakeholders.

The Opening Ceremony of VRT&CON’ 2026 sets the stage for three dynamic days of exhibition and specialized discussions, contributing to enhanced cooperation, expanded technology access, and robust supply chain development for Vietnam's railway and infrastructure sectors.

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EXHIBITION INFORMATION:

Date: 08 - 10 October 2026

Venue: Hall 4, Vietnam Exhibition Center (VEC)