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Việt Nam aims to build advanced materials industry in push for technological self-reliance

Việt Nam aims to build advanced materials industry in push for technological self-reliance

The Government is drafting a national strategy for the materials industry through 2030, seeking to shift the country''s competitive advantage from abundant natural resources to technological capability and high-value manufacturing.
Vietnamese construction material makers set sights on Australia

Vietnamese construction material makers set sights on Australia

Head of the Vietnam Trade Office in Australia Trần Thị Thanh Mỹ said the Việt Nam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is widening the lane for economic, trade, and investment ties.
Green construction drive stepped up to support net zero goal

Green construction drive stepped up to support net zero goal

The country has surpassed its national target for green buildings, with more than 828 certified projects covering a combined floor area of around 20.8 million square metres, ranking eighth among 180 countries and territories in the number of certified green...
Building materials sector pushed beyond raw extraction

Building materials sector pushed beyond raw extraction

Rising costs, carbon pressure and supply shortages are forcing the construction materials industry towards greener and higher-value production.
Construction contracts to be adjusted amid surging material prices

Construction contracts to be adjusted amid surging material prices

There are currently 44 projects under the supervision and direction of the Steering Committee for key projects, with a total investment capital of approximately VNĐ569 trillion (US$21.63 billion).
Green building materials need a boost to shape the market

Green building materials need a boost to shape the market

This was highlighted at the workshop titled "Green Building Materials – A Trend for Sustainable Development", held in Hà Nội on Tuesday.
Rising material costs pressure budgets for key transport projects

Rising material costs pressure budgets for key transport projects

As the Government accelerates public investment to support economic growth, experts said ensuring stable material supply and transparent pricing will be key to keeping major infrastructure projects on schedule and maximising the efficiency of public spending.
Ministry seeks solutions as fuel-driven surge in materials prices weigh on construction cost

Ministry seeks solutions as fuel-driven surge in materials prices weigh on construction cost

Fuel prices, particularly for diesel, jumped significantly in March, pushing up prices across a range of construction materials due to higher production and transportation expenses.
Construction material firms raise prices as energy costs surge

Construction material firms raise prices as energy costs surge

The VACC has urged the Government to introduce support measures, warning that volatility in fuel and material prices is directly affecting contractors, particularly those involved in transport infrastructure projects that consume large volumes of fuel and bulk materials.
DKSH signs agreement to acquire Vietnamese healthcare distributor Biomedic

DKSH signs agreement to acquire Vietnamese healthcare distributor Biomedic

The closing of the transaction is expected during the first quarter of 2026 and is subject to certain conditions.
Challenges facing green materials caused by high costs and consumer habits

Challenges facing green materials caused by high costs and consumer habits

High prices and limited consumer awareness meant green materials were mainly used in large-scale projects, rather than in the general market.
HCM City hosts international textile- garment industry exhibition

HCM City hosts international textile- garment industry exhibition

The latest machinery, technologies, feedstock, and solutions for the textile and garment and footwear industries are on display at four annual expos that opened in HCM City on Wednesday.
Despite rich resources, growth in Việt Nams green construction material market remains slow

Despite rich resources, growth in Việt Nam’s green construction material market remains slow

As climate change worsens, the global construction industry is turning to green materials, and Việt Nam is well-placed to follow with its rich resources.
Hưng Yên acts to stabilise construction material supply

Hưng Yên acts to stabilise construction material supply

Hưng Yên has 72 sand mines, including 50 river ones with an estimated reserve of 64.75 million cu.m and 22 coastal ones with around 75 million cu.m.
Rising material costs challenge the resilience of the construction industry

Rising material costs challenge the resilience of the construction industry

In the cost structure of the construction industry, where input materials always account for the largest proportion, any fluctuations in input prices can quickly erode profit margins.