Symposium on advances in offshore engineering opens in Hanoi
Scientists, businesspeople and policy makers from more than 20 countries are gathering in Hanoi for the Vietnam Symposium on Advances in Offshore Engineering (VSOE 2018).
The White Lion oilfield off the coast of Ba Ria-Vung Tau province (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Scientists,businesspeople and policymakers from more than 20 countries are gathering inHanoi for the Vietnam Symposium on Advances in Offshore Engineering (VSOE 2018).
The VSOE 2018, themed Energy andGeotechnics, is designed as a platform for researchers, policy makers andentrepreneurs to discuss and promote technology and policy changes towardrenewable energy as well as generate business opportunities in oil and gas andoffshore renewable energy.
Addressing the event, Ministerof Natural Resources and Environment Tran Hong Ha said Vietnam has just adopteda strategy on sustainable development of maritime economy to 2030 and a visionto 2045, which envisions the restructuring of the maritime economic sector withthe top target being developing towards tourism in connection with conservationand development of the natural ecology.
As part of the target, renewableenergy is a factor of decisive significance to Vietnam’s sustainabledevelopment, Ha said, noting that many countries in the world have been successfulin using advances in science and technologies to develop renewable energy.
The minister went on to say thathowever, fossil energy is still widely used, generating large volume ofemissions. Therefore, seeking ways to ensure a balanced and sustainabledevelopment for the world is the shared responsibility of all, he said.
The VSOE is an initiative of theAssociation of Vietnamese Scientists and Experts (AVSE Global), which will beheld every two years in collaboration with universities and research bodies inVietnam.
This year’s event, hosted by theNational University of Civil Engineering, seeks to gather knowledge andexperienced gained recently in offshore engineering and technology innovations,cost-effective and safer foundation and structural solutions, environmentalprotection, and risk management in the related fields.
The oil and gas sector needs to adjust its production and business strategy so that it could compete with foreign rivals locally and internationally, said participants at a seminar in Hanoi on September 26.
The Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam) plans to reduce its ownership of PetroVietnam Gas Joint Stock Company (PV Gas) from the current 97 percent to 65 percent.
The PetroVietnam Exploration Production Corporation (PVEP) has surpassed its oil and gas exploration and financial targets for the first half of this year.
Since the Vietnamese Government and Italian contractor AGIP signed the first production sharing contract in 1978, foreign direct investment (FDI) in the oil and gas sector has not only brought large revenue to the country but also laid important foundations for the sector to develop strongly.
The Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PVN) returned to the first place in the Profit500 Ranking, a survey on the 500 most profitable companies in Vietnam in 2018.
Vietnamese businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), must embrace digital and AI transformations to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth, experts said.
Under the European Union (EU)’s global initiative on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE), Vietnam has implemented numerous projects aimed at strengthening national capacity in detecting, preventing, and preparing for CBRN-related threats.
The course aims to promote knowledge exchange between scientific and educational schools from different countries, while deepening participants’ expertise in modern technology and technical education. It comprises two main specialisations of electronics-automation and nuclear technology.
ANTARA and VNA can design global-scale cooperation programmes or joint media campaigns, demonstrating the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia, as well as the cooperation between the two national news agencies.
As Vietnam’s digital transformation accelerates, both the frequency and severity of cyberattacks are growing. The National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) reported that in 2024 alone, there were some 659,000 separate cybersecurity incidents, impacting around 46.15% of government agencies and businesses.
A key highlight will be the technology cluster pavilion, showcasing top enterprises selected for their innovation, market potential, and practical applications. These firms will display flagship products and solutions, supported by government policies to strengthen the tech sector.
Since 2022, more than 500 Vietnamese startups have engaged in Google’s Startup Academy, Google for Startups Accelerator, and Google Startup Masterclass. Nearly 100 of these firms received support to develop and improve their products, benefiting more than 300,000 customers and creating over 300 new jobs through successful fundraising and team expansion amidst Vietnam’s competitive economy.
Over the past three decades, Binh Duong has cemented its status as one of Vietnam’s most dynamic industrial hubs, building a robust foundation in manufacturing, exports, and investment. The province now has 30 operational industrial parks spanning over 13,000 hectares, with an occupancy rate exceeding 90%.
The diplomat emphasised that Vietnam places the highest priority on the development of science, technology, and innovation, viewing them as critical drivers for the country’s advancement in the new development era.
The PM revealed Vietnam’s plan to develop nuclear power in the near future, and called on the Swedish side to assist Vietnam in developing and refining legal and policy frameworks for the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes; training and developing human resources; ensuring nuclear safety; and conducting training and drills to improve incident management capabilities.
More than an art showcase, the second “Technology with heart” contest seeks to inspire innovation and spotlight the humanistic values that technology can bring into daily life, expected to contribute to a sustainable digital future.
The average speed of the national mobile broadband network remained stable, with download speeds reaching 76.86 Mbps and upload speeds reaching 26.98 Mbps.
Under the MoU, AMD will support several key initiatives spearheaded by HCM City’s authorities, including piloting policies, co-hosting innovation events, and evaluating the investment environment within the Saigon Hi-Tech Park.
The centre is a joint initiative between Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology, with PTIT and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) serving as co-leads, and global telecommunications giant Nokia as founding industry partner.
The new centre, staffed by a team of scientists, researchers, and AI specialists working in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, forms part of Qualcomm’s global AI research group.
As a flagship initiative of the community project “Digital Literacy for All”, the programme forms part of a national scheme to equip 20 million young people with digital business skills.
The organisers hope the competition will help shape a generation of exceptional engineers who will make significant contributions to Vietnam’s scientific and technological progress in this era of transformation.
In the digital age and amidst the Fourth Industrial Revolution, IP plays an increasingly critical role, not only in safeguarding inventions but also in reducing copyright infringement and curbing piracy.
The White Lion oilfield off the coast of Ba Ria-Vung Tau province
