Opportunities for Vietnam's mechanical engineering industry to break through in the global supply chain.

Photo caption — Overview of the M-TALKS 2025 forum. Photo: SK

On July 24th, the M-TALKS 2025 forum, themed "Opportunities for Breakthroughs in Vietnam's Mechanical and Manufacturing Industry Value Chain," took place in Ho Chi Minh City. The event attracted over 250 delegates and reputable speakers from international organizations, industries, businesses, and experts.

At the forum, speakers acknowledged that Vietnam's mechanical engineering industry has witnessed a strong transformation in the areas of metal processing, automation, and precision manufacturing. Technologies such as CNC machine tools, industrial robots, and automation solutions are helping to improve production capacity and reduce costs for businesses, opening up opportunities to increase productivity and integrate into global supply chains.

However, to successfully transform, businesses still face many difficulties such as a lack of research and development (R&D) resources, outdated technology, and limited competitiveness. Investing in new technologies, upgrading infrastructure, and improving production processes are prerequisites for the development of Vietnam's mechanical engineering industry.

Dr. Truong Thi Chi Binh, Vice President of the Vietnam Association of Supporting Industries (VASI), shared that the Vietnamese mechanical engineering industry is facing great opportunities, especially in the context of strong growth in the automotive market and manufacturing industry. The processing and production of key components for the automotive, motorcycle, electronics, and home appliance industries creates significant opportunities for domestic businesses.

Furthermore, the potential of the mechanical engineering industry also stems from the trend of localizing the supply chain, with sectors such as automation, precision machining, and the production of machinery and equipment serving the automotive and electronics industries experiencing strong growth. Meanwhile, Vietnam is becoming an important manufacturing hub in the region, and the mechanical engineering industry is projected to continue its strong development thanks to policies attracting investment and developing infrastructure.

On the other hand, the strong recovery of the processing and manufacturing sector, especially with the influx of FDI into the manufacturing industry, further enhances the potential of Vietnam's mechanical engineering sector. Accordingly, Vietnam is gradually becoming an important link in the global supply chain.

To support Vietnamese businesses in accessing new technologies, connecting with international partners, and enhancing competitiveness, METALEX Vietnam 2025 will be held from October 1-3, 2025, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC). The exhibition will showcase a comprehensive technology ecosystem, serving the needs of upgrading production lines, investing in equipment, and digital transformation in the mechanical engineering industry.

More than just a trade exhibition, METALEX Vietnam 2025 is an integrated ecosystem, featuring activities such as a series of thematic seminars, business networking programs, factory tours, and direct supply chain connection areas (Sourcing Zone). National pavilions from Japan, South Korea, Germany, Thailand, and China will open up opportunities for cooperation, technology transfer, and product distribution.

Within the framework of the M-TALKS 2025 forum, Mr. Tran Hong Quan, Commercial Director of RX Tradex - the organizer of METALEX Vietnam 2025, expects the exhibition to be an important bridge between technology, markets, and global supply chains. The exhibition is expected to bring together more than 250 international brands and over 15,000 visitors from more than 30 countries.

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