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Vingroup Partners with German Giant to Bring World’s Most Advanced Train to Vietnam: 350km/h Speed, Wide Body, and Hill-Climbing Capability

Experience the future of travel with our premium train service, now available on the Quang Ninh - Hanoi and Ben Thanh - Can Gio routes. This superior train class sets a new standard for comfort and efficiency, offering an unparalleled journey through Vietnam's most scenic landscapes.

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19 December, 2025

Vingroup Partners with German Conglomerate

December 17, 2025 – VinSpeed Railway Investment and Development JSC (Vingroup) and Siemens Mobility GmbH (Siemens AG, Germany) officially signed a Comprehensive Strategic Cooperation and Technology Transfer Agreement. This partnership establishes a broad collaboration in high-speed rail development within Vietnam.

This strategic move by VinSpeed aims to master high-speed rail capabilities, laying the groundwork for transferring cutting-edge technologies. It will drive localization efforts and gradually build a modern, internationally-standardized transportation infrastructure for Vietnam.

Mr. Nguyen Viet Quang, Vice Chairman and CEO of Vingroup (5th from left), Mr. Pham Thieu Hoa, CEO of VinSpeed (6th from left), and Mr. Michael Peter, CEO of Siemens Mobility (5th from right), along with representatives from both companies at the signing ceremony. Witnessed by H.E. Helga Margarete Barth, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Vietnam. Photo: Vingroup

Under the agreement, Siemens Mobility, a global leader in high-speed rail technology and solutions, will design, supply, and integrate trains alongside critical rail systems. This includes signaling, communication, and power supply systems.

Siemens Mobility will also explore joint maintenance for the trains and systems they provide, transferring technology to VinSpeed projects with a focus on maximum localization.

“Partnering with Siemens Mobility is a crucial step in VinSpeed’s development of modern transportation infrastructure in Vietnam,” said Mr. Pham Thieu Hoa, CEO of VinSpeed. “Combining VinSpeed’s project execution expertise and local market knowledge with Siemens Mobility’s global experience and technology creates a solid foundation. This will enable us to realize international-standard high-speed rail lines, driving economic and social development while improving the quality of life for Vietnamese citizens.”

“We are proud to support VinSpeed in realizing Vietnam’s first high-speed rail line,” stated Mr. Michael Peter, CEO of Siemens Mobility GmbH. “This comprehensive project, featuring modern rail infrastructure and advanced trains, has the potential to transform rail travel for millions. It will significantly enhance experiences and quality of life, while creating opportunities for the entire industry. It will also drive economic development, tourism, and long-term industrial growth in the region. Together with VinSpeed, we aim to position Vietnam as a leader in high-speed rail.”

AI-generated illustration of future VinSpeed high-speed train

World’s Most Advanced Trains Coming to Vietnam

Siemens Mobility plans to supply the Velaro Novo trainset, their newest and most advanced high-speed train model.

The Velaro Novo utilizes ETCS Level 2 signaling combined with ATO (Automatic Train Operation) technology. This system enhances safety, optimizes energy consumption, and allows for increased operational frequency. It meets the efficient operation demands of the Hanoi – Quang Ninh and Ben Thanh – Can Gio high-speed rail lines in the future.

Velaro Novo Trains Designated for Specific Projects

On December 17th, VinSpeed and Siemens Mobility signed a Framework Agreement for the supply of trains and related systems for the Hanoi – Quang Ninh and Ben Thanh – Can Gio high-speed rail projects.

Siemens AG Shows Strong Interest in Vietnam’s High-Speed Rail Projects

Siemens is a global technology conglomerate operating in industrial, infrastructure, transportation, and healthcare sectors. Currently, Siemens is focusing on pioneering industrial artificial intelligence (AI), with last year’s revenue reaching €75.9 billion (approximately $88.05 billion). The company employs around 312,000 people worldwide.

Siemens established its official presence in Vietnam in 1993 and currently has 3 offices in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City, along with a manufacturing plant in Binh Duong.

In June of this year, at the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions held by the World Economic Forum (WEF) in China, Mr. Peter Koerte, Member of the Managing Board, Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Strategy Officer of Siemens AG, met with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. He expressed particular interest in Vietnam’s high-speed rail projects. Through this meeting, Mr. Koerte stated that Siemens is eager to participate in infrastructure development projects, especially high-speed rail development in Vietnam.