UTT Signs Technology Transfer Cooperation Agreement on the “AI-Based Crowd Density Monitoring and Warning System” Project with Vietnamese–Korean Enterprises

On the morning of May 5, 2026, the University of Transport Technology (UTT) held a signing ceremony for the technology transfer cooperation agreement on the project “Development of an AI-Based Crowd Density Monitoring and Warning System” between the University, Silver Sea Joint Stock Company, and KIOT Company (Korea). The event marks a new milestone in strengthening the linkage between training, research, and technology transfer, aiming to address practical challenges in urban management and traffic safety.

Attending the signing ceremony were Mr. Tran Trong Vinh – Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Director of Silver Sea Joint Stock Company; and Mr. Lee Jae Jun – General Director of KIOT Korea. On behalf of UTT, participants included Dr. Tran Thanh An – Vice Rector; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ngo Thi Thanh Huong – Head of the Office of Science, Technology and International Cooperation; Dr. Tran Ngoc Hung – Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering; Mr. Phung Cong Dung – Secretary of the Youth Union, along with representatives from related units.

In his remarks at the ceremony, Dr. Tran Thanh An – Vice Rector of the University emphasized that, in the context of rapid urbanization and increasing demands for safety in public spaces, the application of artificial intelligence in crowd monitoring, analysis, and warning systems has become an inevitable trend. The University views this not merely as an isolated technology project, but as a model cooperation initiative contributing to the realization of an innovation-oriented university model closely integrating training, research, and practical application.

UTT is currently one of 13 higher education institutions selected to participate in the Network of Centers of Excellence and Talent Training in Transport Technology and Advanced Intelligent Infrastructure under Decision No. 374/QĐ-TTg. This serves as an important foundation for the University to strengthen its leading role in research, technology transfer, and high-quality human resource training, while creating favorable conditions for implementing AI applications, smart urban solutions, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in practice.

Dr. Tran Thanh An – Vice Rector of the University delivered remarks at the signing ceremony.

Mr. Lee Jae Jun – General Director of KIOT Korea stated that this is a pilot technology transfer project funded by the Government of Korea and will therefore be implemented through a systematic roadmap with evaluation and validation of practical effectiveness before expansion. Based on pilot results, the parties will gradually refine the solution and move toward nationwide deployment. He also emphasized that the project carries significance not only in terms of technology but also in strengthening cooperation and relations between Vietnam and Korea in science, technology, innovation, and smart urban development.

Mr. Lee Jae Jun – General Director of KIOT Korea delivered remarks at the signing ceremony.

Mr. Tran Trong Vinh – Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Director of Silver Sea Joint Stock Company highly appreciated the cooperation potential among the parties.

According to the agreement, the parties agreed to cooperate in developing and applying technologies related to smart cities and Intelligent Transportation Systems; building solutions to ensure traffic safety and urban infrastructure security; piloting and commercializing products; as well as jointly conducting research and development (R&D), testing, and real-world system deployment. The parties will also strengthen information sharing on technology, markets, and policies; coordinate training and human resource development; and organize academic and professional workshops.

Immediately after the signing ceremony, the parties conducted professional discussions to concretize implementation plans, technology transfer contents, and the execution of a Proof of Concept (POC) to evaluate system feasibility. They also agreed to conduct field surveys at 10 proposed installation locations as a basis for the next pilot phase.

Representatives of the parties signed the technology transfer cooperation agreement.

The event not only opens opportunities for deploying AI-based solutions in crowd management and ensuring safety in public spaces, but also affirms the role of the University of Transport Technology in connecting enterprises, promoting technology transfer, and strengthening international integration. This is also a concrete step toward realizing UTT’s goal of becoming an influential center for training, research, and innovation in the fields of transportation and advanced intelligent infrastructure.