Scientific Conference: Connecting Resources for Innovation in Transport Technology

On the morning of May 24, at the Hanoi campus, the University of Transport Technology, in collaboration with the Office of National Science and Technology Programs (under the Ministry of Science and Technology), organized a conference to connect resources to attract individuals and organizations to support innovative startups in the field of transport technology.

Conference overview.

In his opening remarks at the conference, Dr. Nguyễn Mạnh Hùng, Vice Rector of the University, stated that the University of Transport Technology is currently leading the Transport Technology Village (TECHFEST TRANSTECH) under the National Techfest. This initiative aims to connect resources to support innovation in Vietnam’s transport technology sector, expanding its reach globally while also bringing the world's technological advancements to Vietnam. The goal is to develop the national innovation startup ecosystem and promote technology transfer, including the application of IoT, AI, ERP, RFID, V2X, GPS, and BIM in infrastructure construction, traffic system management, and logistics supply chains—contributing to the growth of the transport sector and the nation.
Dr. Nguyễn Mạnh Hùng emphasized that today’s conference focuses on specialized areas within the transport sector, particularly the management and operation of road transport businesses using digital technology. Through this event, the University aims to serve as a bridge connecting policymakers, organizations, investors, technology enterprises, startups, experts, and scientists to collaborate in enhancing productivity, quality, and efficiency in road transport business services.

Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung, Vice Principal of the School, spoke at the Conference

Mr. Nguyễn Hữu Tiến, Deputy Director of the Department of Science, Technology, and Environment, stated that the Fourth Industrial Revolution is progressing rapidly. One of the key perspectives in the strategy for science, technology, and innovation development until 2030, with a vision toward 2045, is to build an innovation ecosystem centered around enterprises, with research institutes and universities serving as strong research entities. The application of digital technology and information technology in the management and operation of the transport sector is of great importance and is being actively implemented.

At the conference, delegates presented papers on digital transformation in passenger and freight transport, trends in applying technology for vehicle control, and solutions for connecting technology enterprises, state management agencies, and transport businesses. The University hopes to continue receiving support from the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Office of National Science and Technology Programs, organizations within the ecosystem, and experts in the transport sector to contribute to the industry's development, thereby supporting the overall growth of the country.

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