With its international scale and pivotal role in Vietnam’s strategy for transport and infrastructure modernization, VRT&CON’2025 has garnered significant attention from national media outlets and prestigious press agencies. This extensive coverage reinforces its status as one of the most prominent industry exhibitions of 2025.

VRT&CON’2025 - A Landmark on the National Infrastructure Event Map

VRT&CON’2025, formally known as the 1st International Exhibition & Summit on Modern Railway Technology and Infrastructure Construction Supply Chain in Vietnam, took place from November 12-15, 2025, at Hall 3, Vietnam Exhibition Center (VEC), Dong Anh, Hanoi.

The exhibition aimed to establish a high-level forum where regulatory bodies, international organizations, investors, enterprises, and experts convened to discuss strategic directions for railway development, infrastructure modernization, and the localization of industrial supply chains. Combining a technology showcase with a space for policy, investment, and technical exchange, VRT&CON’2025 was recognized as a pivotal milestone in Vietnam’s transportation infrastructure development roadmap.

Comprehensive Media Coverage: Before, During, and After

From the pre-opening phase through the conclusion of the program, VRT&CON’2025 garnered widespread attention and consistent coverage from major media outlets. Prestigious channels and publications, including VTV, the Government Portal (VGP), Vietnam News Agency (VNA), Tien Phong Newspaper, Cong Thuong Newspaper, Lao Dong Newspaper, Phap Luat Newspaper, and numerous specialized industry media, consistently reported on the exhibition’s objectives, content, scale, and strategic significance.

As noted by VTV, the exhibition was perceived as transcending the scope of a standard technology exhibition. VTV quoted the Deputy Minister of Construction: “More than just a trade exhibition, this exhibition serves as a strategic forum for the railway sector. The Vietnamese railway industry currently requires platforms for connection such as this to achieve its goals of integrating technology, solutions, investment, and supply chains.”

Regarding the scale and role of the exhibition, the Vietnam News Agency emphasized: “VRT&CON’2025 is an international-scale exhibition, attracting an estimated 200 domestic and international enterprises and organizations, with over 120 booths showcasing comprehensive technology, products, and solutions for the railway and transport infrastructure sectors. This is the first international railway and infrastructure conference and exhibition held in Vietnam, strategically positioned as a long-term platform for policy dialogue and investment connectivity for Vietnam’s railway industrial ecosystem.”

The analysis by VnExpress approaches the issue from a technical perspective, citing a domestic expert: “According to Mr. Vo Ta Luong, the railway sector currently lacks a synchronized system of standards. Metro lines in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are applying disparate standards from Japan, France, and China, which leads to challenges in unifying technology and supply chains. Specialized agencies need to promptly research and issue a unified set of technical standards to create a market large enough for long-term industrial investment.”

Regarding policy direction, Lao Dong Newspaper recognizes the role of central-level directives, citing: “Recognizing the paramount importance of this sector, the Politburo has issued Conclusion No. 49-KL/TW on the orientation for Vietnam’s railway transport development, with the goal of concentrating resources and integrating modern technology to create a major breakthrough for the industry.”

Finally, Phap Luat Newspaper emphasizes the close coordination among steering agencies and the extensive participation of the business community, highlighting the comprehensive nature of the exhibition: “The exhibition is directed and coordinated by the Vietnam Railway Authority (VNRA) - Ministry of Transport; the Department of Security Industry - Ministry of Public Security; and the Railway Project Management Board - Ministry of Transport. Furthermore, it enjoys the participation and support of numerous ministries, local authorities, international organizations, and the domestic and international business community.”

Multidimensional insights from national media confirm that VRT&CON’2025 serves as a strategic forum, converging perspectives on policy, technology, engineering, and investment. More than just a technology showcase, the exhibition acts as a vital bridge between national strategic visions and the practical development needs of Vietnam's railway sector in the new era.

The Prominent Role of Key Industry Partners

Beyond the guidance and support of state management agencies, the participation of the business community is a crucial factor in building the exhibition’s professional depth and reach. At the exhibition, MICO Group participated as a Gold Sponsor, bringing an ecosystem of MEP solutions, heavy industrial equipment, and transport infrastructure expertise accumulated over decades.

As Silver Sponsors, Hoa Phat Group—a leading regional steel manufacturer—and CRRC—one of the world's largest railway corporations—contributed by introducing core solutions and materials essential for constructing and operating modern railway infrastructure, ranging from steel structures to technical vehicles and equipment.

Additionally, prominent entities such as AHK (the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Vietnam) and TCE acted as bridges for international cooperation, connecting enterprises, providing technical consulting, and supporting investment attraction and technology transfer. Their presence not only enhanced the professional depth of the exhibition but also demonstrated a long-term commitment to Vietnam’s infrastructure development process.

Affirming VRT&CON’2025 as a Strategic Bridge

Continuous coverage by major media outlets before, during, and after the exhibition highlights that VRT&CON’2025 is not merely a specialized exhibition, but a strategic exhibition in the modernization of Vietnam's transport infrastructure. Through official media channels, the image of VRT&CON’2025 has been widely disseminated to the business community, investors, and international organizations, affirming its role as a bridge between national strategic visions and global resources in technology, finance, and expertise.

The collaboration with the media, alongside the contributions of sponsors and participating exhibitors, has established a vital foundation for VRT&CON’2025 to be maintained and expanded in the coming years, aiming to build a modern, green, and sustainable transportation infrastructure ecosystem for Vietnam.

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