The meeting marked the beginning of discussions on advanced technology collaboration, aiming to enhance the competitive advantage of Vietnam’s logistics industry.
LEADING THE WAY IN BUILDING A WORLD-CLASS LOGISTICS HUB IN VIETNAM
The discussions focused on leveraging the strengths of both organizations to enhance supply chain efficiency and promote sustainable development goals in the region.
Both parties agreed to collaborate on co-creating advanced technologies, with a commitment to accelerate Vietnam’s digital transformation in the logistics sector through SuperPort™ Vietnam.
Dr. Yap Kwong Weng, CEO of SuperPort™ Vietnam, shared his vision of building a world-class logistics hub, integrating advanced technologies and a sustainable multimodal supply chain network, with a net-zero emissions target by 2040. The initial focus will be on harnessing clean energy and implementing advanced technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
“SuperPortTM Vietnam aims not only to adopt technology but also to co-develop advanced technologies and automation solutions with global partners. Our goal is to drive innovation in the logistics industry and become the first net-zero, multimodal logistics hub in Southeast Asia, utilizing clean and efficient energy.”, said Dr. Yap.
IDENTIFYING KEY AREAS FOR STRATEGIC COLLABORATION
The discussion led to the identification of several key and potential areas for collaboration, including the integration of artificial intelligence and robotics, which will significantly enhance Vietnam’s logistics capabilities and contribute to sustainable development. The strategic cooperation will focus on the rapid deployment of co-created technologies to solidify Vietnam’s position as a regional logistics hub.
About YCH Group
YCH Group is a leading end-to-end supply chain solutions partner headquartered in Singapore, serving some of the world’s most prominent companies and beloved brands across over 100 cities in the Asia Pacific region. YCH focuses on enhancing productivity and sustainable development for its customers through its suite of award-winning best-in-class solutions across industries such as Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Electronics, Chemicals and Healthcare, Cold Chain, and e-Commerce. Recognized for its strong propositions in innovation with its 7PL™ approach, YCH brings supply chain strategies to life in each region it operates in.
About SuperPortTM Vietnam
SuperPort™ Vietnam is a multimodal logistics hub spanning 83 hectares, located in Vinh Phuc province. This strategic joint venture between YCH Group, Singapore’s leading supply chain solutions provider with almost 70 years of industry-leading experience, and T&T Group (Vietnam), one of the top 10 largest private economic groups in Vietnam, aims to enhance Vietnam’s integration into the global supply chain, reduce logistics costs, and strengthen the country’s competitive advantage in international trade.
With a vision to become the first net-zero, multimodal logistics hub in Southeast Asia, SuperPort™ Vietnam is committed to sustainable development, with plans to integrate clean energy usage and advanced technologies.
About A*STAR
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore’s lead public sector agency that spearheads economic-oriented research to advance scientific discovery and develop innovative technology. Through open innovation, A*STAR collaborates with its partners in both the public and private sectors to benefit society. As a Science and Technology Organization, A*STAR bridges the gap between academia and industry. A*STAR’s research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore, and enhances lives by contributing to societal benefits such as improving outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability.
A*STAR plays a key role in nurturing scientific talent and leaders for the research community and industry. A*STAR’s research entities mostly hail from the fields of biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, manufacturing, and analytics, with research centers and institutes primarily located in Biopolis and Fusionopolis.
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The Provincial Security Investigation Agency (PSIA) of Thanh Hoa province announced on January 31st that it has made the decision to initiate a prosecution against 23 individuals in connection with the offenses of “Accepting bribes” and “Giving bribes” as stipulated in Article 354(3) and Article 364(2) of the Criminal Code.
“Prosecution of government officials, land registration officers, and tax department employees in the largest bribery case ever”
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