On December 17, Vietnam SuperPort™, University of Transport Technology (UTT) and Singapore Supply Chain and Logistics Academy (SCALA) signed a memorandum of understanding to establish an advanced logistics laboratory.
At the event, the parties also agreed to implement initiatives to enhance human resources for Vietnam’s logistics industry. This strategic partnership will contribute to strengthening Vietnam’s position as an important logistics hub in Southeast Asia, while promoting innovation and sustainable development in the industry.
The highlight of this partnership is the establishment of the first logistics laboratory jointly developed by Singapore's Logistics Group and a leading university in the field of transportation, located at UTT Vinh Phuc campus.
This lab will serve as a center for innovation and digitalization, focusing on the application of technologies: artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation and sustainable development... The lab will provide training courses for high-quality personnel and organize specialized conferences and seminars. In addition, this is also a place to connect students, scholars and industry workers to conduct scientific research, at the same time, providing additional academic and applied perspectives to serve the development of strategies and policies for the Vietnamese logistics industry.
The parties also emphasized the cooperation to enhance the training program through practical learning methods. Experts from Vietnam SuperPort™ and SCALA will participate in teaching programs and seminars organized by UTT, sharing knowledge and practical experience in the industry. UTT students will also have the opportunity to visit and study at Vietnam SuperPort™ and Supply Chain City™ in Singapore, thereby gaining access to advanced logistics infrastructure.
Furthermore, Vietnam SuperPort™ will provide internship placements for UTT students, including a 9-month talent development program at YCH Group's headquarters in Singapore.
In addition, Vietnam SuperPort™ and SCALA will design a specialized training program for UTT instructors, focusing on advanced supply chain models, integrating technology and sustainable practices.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Yap Kwong Weng - CEO of Vietnam SuperPort™, emphasized: “This strategic partnership is in line with Vietnam SuperPort™’s development strategy and our commitment to enhancing the capacity of Vietnam’s logistics industry. The cooperation in establishing the laboratory will support initiatives, innovation and help stakeholders meet new workforce needs, while promoting the goal of developing a modern, advanced logistics industry.”
Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung - Vice President of UTT expressed his expectation about the potential of the partnership in improving the quality of teaching and practical experience opportunities for students and lecturers.
“The strategic partnership between Vietnam SuperPort™, UTT and SCALA marks an important step forward in developing a modern, smart and sustainable logistics ecosystem in Vietnam. By combining academic expertise with industry knowledge and practical experience, this cooperation aims to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of driving innovation and growth in Vietnam’s logistics industry,” said Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung.
“We are committed to enhancing training and developing the Vietnamese logistics industry through this strategic partnership,” said Ian Dyason, CEO of SCALA. “By combining the expertise of SCALA, Vietnam SuperPort™ and UTT, we aim to equip the next generation of employees with the skills needed to meet the demands of the industry.”
About Vietnam SuperPort™ Vietnam SuperPort™ is a multimodal logistics port with an area of up to 83 hectares, located in Vinh Phuc province. This is a strategic joint venture between T&T Group and YCH Group, a leading Singaporean supply chain solution provider with nearly 70 years of industry leadership experience. About University of Transport Technology University of Transport Technology (UTT) is a public university, under the Ministry of Transport. The mission of the University is to train high-quality human resources in the direction of application, multi-disciplinary, multi-field, scientific research, multi-field, scientific research, technology transfer to serve the development of the transport industry and the country, in line with international development trends, integrating with advanced higher education in the region and the world. About SCALA Singapore Supply Chain and Logistics Academy (SCALA) is a professional academy with a strong focus on experiential learning in the workplace to equip students with practical knowledge, ready to become key personnel in the supply chain and logistics. By working closely with government agencies, business leaders, units, and industry experts, SCALA continuously improves the quality of its services and adds new programs to help companies and individuals expand their knowledge and experience in the supply chain field. |
The Dinh
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