University of Transport Technology Becomes a Member of the Network of Centers for Excellence and Talent Development in Renewable Energy and Hydrogen

On September 26, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City, the University of Transport Technology (UTT) officially became a member of the Network of Centers for Excellence and Talent Development in the field of renewable energy and hydrogen energy, chaired by Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education. Dr. Trần Thanh An, Vice Rector of UTT, attended the signing ceremony.

This initiative is one of the key activities aimed at implementing the Prime Minister’s Decision No. 374/QĐ-TTg dated February 19, 2025, on the development of a system of Centers for Excellence and Talent Development in Industry 4.0 technologies through 2030.

The event was attended by Dr. Trần Nam Tú, Deputy Director General of the Department of Science, Technology and Environment under the Ministry of Education and Training, together with leaders of universities and enterprises participating in the network. Representing UTT was Dr. Trần Thanh An, Vice Rector of the University.

Dr. Trần Nam Tú, Deputy Director General, Department of Science, Technology and Environment, Ministry of Education and Training, delivered remarks at the signing ceremony.

From 2020 to 2025, the University of Transport Technology collaborated with the United Nations Environment Programme and the European Commission to implement several major projects on electric mobility. These included technical research, transition scenario development, piloting shared electric-vehicle models, providing policy recommendations, and promoting gender mainstreaming and social equity throughout the transition. These achievements have affirmed UTT’s role in accompanying the Government and international community toward the development of green, smart, and sustainable transportation.

During the event, a series of insightful presentations offered in-depth perspectives and practical solutions for green energy development. The topics focused on training high-quality human resources for the renewable energy sector, orienting research and the application of new technologies, and promoting cooperation among universities, enterprises, and international organizations to realize the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

The Network of Centers for Excellence and Talent Development in Renewable Energy and Hydrogen consists of the following members: Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education; University of Transport Technology; Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology – Vietnam National University; Nguyen Tat Thanh University; Ho Chi Minh City University of Agriculture and Forestry; University of Science and Technology – University of Da Nang; Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry; School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Hanoi University of Industry; Can Tho University of Technology; Ho Chi Minh City Campus – University of Transport and Communications; International University – Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City; Vietnam Petroleum Institute; Hanoi University of Science and Technology; Hanoi University of Civil Engineering; University of Science and Technology of Hanoi; Goldwind Asia; Vinh Phuc M&E Installation Co., Ltd.; SolarBK; DEYE Inverter (Singapore) PTE. LTD.; Vietnam National Industrial – Energy Group.

Dr. Trần Thanh An, Vice Rector of UTT

Previously, UTT had been assigned by the Ministry of Education and Training to lead the Network of Centers for Excellence and Talent Development in Transport Technology and Advanced, Smart Infrastructure, consisting of 12 universities and two specialized research institutes. Participating institutions include: University of Transport Technology; Hanoi University of Science and Technology; Hanoi University of Civil Engineering; University of Science and Technology – University of Da Nang; University of Transport and Communications; University of Transport and Communications Ho Chi Minh City Campus; Can Tho University; Hanoi Architectural University; Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education; University of Civil Engineering of Central Vietnam; University of Civil Engineering of the Mekong Delta; Kien Giang University; together with the Institute for Construction Science and Technology (IBST) and the Institute of Construction Economics.

UTT’s participation in the Network of Centers for Excellence and Talent Development in Renewable Energy and Hydrogen not only opens up new opportunities for academic collaboration and research but also creates favorable conditions for the University to build and develop interdisciplinary training programs that integrate its strengths in transport technology and infrastructure with emerging energy fields. This foundation enables the training of engineers and graduates equipped with solid knowledge and strong practical skills to meet the demands of the labor market in an increasingly green and intelligent economy.

At the same time, joining the network reaffirms UTT’s commitment to accompanying the Government in achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The University identifies innovation and scientific research as its key drivers of development, and sees cooperation with enterprises and international organizations as a strategic pathway to enhance training capacity, broaden institutional influence, and contribute more significantly to the nation’s sustainable development.

By simultaneously serving as the lead institution of the Network of Centers for Excellence and Talent Development in Transport Technology and Advanced, Smart Infrastructure, and as an official member of the Network for Renewable Energy and Hydrogen, the University of Transport Technology has reaffirmed its prominent position within Vietnam’s higher education landscape. This demonstrates not only the University’s capabilities in organization, coordination, and networking, but also its tangible contributions to cutting-edge technological fields. It is also a testament to UTT’s commitment to pioneering high-quality human resource development, advancing research and technology transfer, and working alongside the Government and international community toward green, smart, and sustainable development.