MTA Vietnam 2025 showcases smart manufacturing

HCM City, July 3 (VNA) – The 21st International Exhibition on Precision Engineering and Manufacturing (MTA Vietnam 2025) opened in Ho Chi Minh City on July 2.

Organised by Informa Markets Vietnam with support from the municipal Department of Industry and Trade and the Vietnam Automation Association, the event gathers more than 500 exhibitors from 21 countries and territories, including Germany, Japan, the US, the Republic of Korea, India, and Singapore.

This year’s exhibition highlights cutting-edge machinery, automation technologies, and sustainable manufacturing trends, aiming to advance Vietnam’s industrial development.

Running through July 4, the event also features in-depth business networking, policy dialogues, and expert-led seminars.

Ben Wong, General Director of Informa Markets Vietnam, said MTA Vietnam 2025 continues to provide long-term value for the manufacturing community through a robust platform for technology transfer and international cooperation.

Key highlights include the Vietnam Industrial Robotics and Automation (VINRA) zone, showcasing the latest robotics solutions amid Vietnam’s accelerating digital transformation, especially in industries like automotive, electronics, and heavy industry.

Nguyen Thi Kim Ngoc, Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade, emphasised the role of the exhibition as a premier international trade platform. Its business matching program facilitates one-on-one meetings between domestic and foreign companies, fostering long-term partnerships.

As Vietnam targets manufacturing to contribute 30% of GDP by 2030, experts stressed the need for faster digital adoption and technological innovation to strengthen the sector’s role as a key economic pillar.-VNA