The award highlighted ATAD’s ability to maintain international standards, operate a comprehensive quality management system, and implement ESG-aligned sustainable practices across its design-manufacturing-construction value chain.

For over more than two decades of development, ATAD has expanded its footprint to encompass 13 offices and delivered projects in over 60 countries, including airports, industrial facilities, and large-scale infrastructure.

This track record demonstrates the global competitiveness of a Vietnamese enterprise in a sector requiring high levels of technical precision, safety compliance, and international certification.

Nguyen Le Anh Tuan, CEO of ATAD Steel Structure Corporation, represented the company on stage to receive the award

Speaking at the awards ceremony, Nguyen Le Anh Tuan, CEO of ATAD, noted, “This award is an acknowledgment of ATAD’s credibility and capabilities in the international market. It marks more than 20 years of continuous innovation, people development, and commitment to sustainable growth.

We will continue investing in technology, advancing green and modern manufacturing, and delivering world-class projects, affirming the emerging role of Vietnamese enterprises in the steel structure industry across Asia and globally.”

ATAD currently operates steel structure manufacturing facilities with a combined annual capacity of 216,000 tonnes, offering end-to-end design and build services from engineering and fabrication to logistics, erection, and maintenance.

ATAD is also the only company in the steel structure industry to be honoured with both the Vietnam National Brand (Vietnam Value) and the Vietnam National Quality Awards.

The company serves major global clients such as Samsung, Heineken, Hyundai, Toyota, P&G, Sanofi, ACV, VinFast, and Hoa Phat.

In line with its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy, ATAD adopts a zero accident safety policy, applies LEED standards in production to reduce carbon emissions, and maintains long-term corporate social responsibility programmes in education, healthcare, and community support.

The company also operates Vietnam’s first LEED Gold-certified steel structure factory, backed by international certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, IAS AC472, CE Marking, AISC, ASME, CWB, and UKCA, meeting the stringent requirements of demanding markets such as the US, EU, the UK, Australia, and Japan.

ATAD’s technical capability has been demonstrated in major infrastructure developments, most notably Long Thanh International Airport, where the company fabricated and installed more than 45,000 tonnes of steel structures and executed a 5,300-tonne roof lifting operation.

ATAD has also contributed to key international projects including Metro Line 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, MRT-7 in the Philippines, the Jackson Generation Power Plant (US), Kampala Flyover (Uganda), Matarbari Power Plant (Bangladesh), H2 Green Steel (Sweden), and various airport developments across Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

The Manufacturing Asia Awards is a recognised regional programme honouring companies that demonstrate leadership in innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable industrial development.

ATAD’s achievements reflect the growing presence and capability of Vietnamese manufacturers in the global steel structure industry.

Kanematsu Corporation officially becomes strategic shareholder of ATAD ATAD Steel Structure Corporation, a leading steel structure company in Vietnam, has announced that from April 2021, Japan’s Kanematsu Corporation has completed transaction procedures and officially became the company’s strategic shareholder.

Successful lifting of Long Thanh International Airport central terminal steel roof structure As a member of the Vietur joint venture, ATAD Steel Structure Corporation and Swiss subcontractor VSL have lifted the central steel roof structure for Long Thanh International Airport.

Steel industry navigating global challenges Vietnam’s steel industry is seeking opportunities to strengthen its manufacturing and exports while facing intense competition from low-cost imported steel and global trade protection measures.

“I have been looking forward to seeing firsthand Nui Phao mine – one of the world’s largest tungsten deposits outside China,” Rouenhoff said during the November 18 visit.

He emphasised tungsten’s status as a critical strategic mineral for Germany, serving as a core input for the defence industry as well as multiple high-tech manufacturing sectors. He noted that one of the key priorities of his Vietnam mission was to explore opportunities to diversify supply sources and enhance supply chain security for strategic raw materials.

Prior to the visit, Rouenhoff and Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan co-chaired the third meeting of the Vietnam-Germany Joint Committee on Economic and Trade Cooperation. The session reviewed progress in bilateral collaboration, addressed existing challenges, and identified priority areas for the next phase, including energy transition, emissions reduction towards carbon neutrality, and energy security.

Welcoming the delegation, Ashley McAleese, CEO of Masan High-Tech Materials , said, “MHT owns the world’s largest primary tungsten deposit outside China, ranks among the top three global fluorspar producers, and is one of the few suppliers of primary bismuth worldwide.”

He further provided an overview of the company’s mining and advanced processing capabilities, its strategy to develop high-tech materials, and its plans to expand international cooperation. McAleese later accompanied the delegation on a tour of Nui Phao mine and MHT’s tungsten processing facilities.

The German delegation expressed strong appreciation for MHT’s modern, integrated mining and processing operations, from ore extraction to advanced tungsten refining, and for its predominantly Vietnamese team of highly skilled engineers and managers. The delegation also acknowledged MHT’s commitment to technological innovation and sustainable mining practices.

Germany is Vietnam’s second-largest European trading partner, with bilateral export volume approaching $8 billion and accounting for more than 17 per cent of Vietnam’s exports to the EU. The visit provided German officials and business representatives with deeper insight into MHT’s technological capabilities and its leading position in global high-tech tungsten processing.

Concluding the visit, State Secretary Rouenhoff reaffirmed Germany’s intention to deepen economic and industrial cooperation with Vietnam, particularly in energy and in fostering partnerships between businesses of both countries. He also emphasised the potential for strengthened collaboration with MHT in critical minerals and strategic materials – sectors in which the company plays an emerging role in Vietnam.

Masan High-Tech Materials to tap into global mineral recovery Masan High-Tech Materials, a member company of Masan Group, is poised to seize new opportunities against the backdrop of positive signals in the global market.

MHT advances its ‘Back to Basics’ strategy Masan High-Tech Materials (MHT) has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering value through the execution of its ‘Back-to-Basics’ strategy.

Masan High-Tech Materials to grab opportunities from rising tungsten prices Masan High-Tech Materials (MSR) stands to benefit from rising tungsten prices thanks to its “Back to Basics” strategy and its Nui Phao mine in the northern province of Thai Nguyen, one of the largest tungsten mines in the world outside of China.

Pawalit Ua-Amornwanit, CEO of C.P. Vietnam

As the 10,000^th tonnes of processed chicken destined for Japan left the gates of the CPV Food Binh Phuoc complex, the surrounding area had already transformed. New residential clusters had emerged, and more companies were setting up operations nearby.

Few could have imagined that this land, once quiet and lined with rubber plantations, would change so dramatically in just a few years.

When asked whether the presence of the $250 million CPV Food Binh Phuoc complex had contributed to that transformation, Pawalit Ua- Amornwanit, CEO of C.P. Vietnam, smiled and replied in Vietnamese, “We would not dare to say we are the only one making a major contribution to the local economy. Still, I believe it is fair to say that we were among the pioneers in this area.”

The three inseparable “Fs” in the Feed – Farm – Food model

What makes you consider CPV Food Binh Phuoc a pioneer?

The CPV Food Binh Phuoc complex began construction at the end of 2018. At that time, the area was mostly still an underdeveloped production ecosystem.

Together with other major enterprises, when a market leader like C.P. Vietnam decided to invest here, it gave confidence to other companies to follow and set up their own factories and businesses. That, in turn, created new jobs for local workers.

CPV Food Binh Phuoc has also just reached a new milestone, exporting 10,000 tonnes of processed chicken to Japan in less than three years since receiving its export licence. I would say that this, too, with support from the government, is another example of pioneering spirit.

Before 2022, Vietnam and Japan had not yet established an official cooperation framework for the export of processed poultry.

To enable CPV Food Binh Phuoc to export to the Japanese market, we owe sincere appreciation to the efforts that promoted trade cooperation between the governments of Vietnam and Japan. This was an important breakthrough that opened the way forward.

Following that, the determination and effort of CPV Food Binh Phuoc were the decisive factors in gaining access to the market.

Japan is known for its exceptionally strict quality standards. Therefore, the acceptance of our processed poultry products produced under the Feed – Farm – Food model is a remarkable achievement.

CPV Food Binh Phuoc is the first integrated facility in Vietnam to accomplish this milestone.

The CPV Food Binh Phuoc complex is one of the most advanced poultry production facilities in Southeast Asia

The Feed – Farm – Food model that you mentioned, which brings food from farm to table, is not new and has been adopted by many enterprises. What makes CPV Food Binh Phuoc’s model distinctive?

At CPV Food Binh Phuoc, we operate a fully integrated management system that covers every stage from feed production and farming to food processing.

The process begins with strict quality control of raw materials used for feed production.

Each batch of feed is tested for residues, pathogens, and nutritional content before being distributed to farms. This ensures that the animals receive safe and high-quality nutrition from the very beginning of the production cycle.

Next comes the farm management system, which uses enclosed housing to minimise the risk of disease and contamination. Inside the barns, temperature, humidity, and ventilation are closely monitored, and farm staff follow rigorous hygiene protocols.

Each bird is health-checked, vaccinated, and recorded in a digital traceability system that connects to a central database for real-time monitoring and control.

Finally, in the slaughtering and processing stages, the CPV Food Binh Phuoc complex uses a combined water and air chilling system together with an automated cutting system to maintain precise temperature control and reduce the risk of contamination.

In summary, every step from farm to table is carefully monitored. The digital traceability system meets inspection requirements from both Vietnamese authorities and international customers, supporting transparency and accountability throughout the supply chain.

Thanks to this comprehensive system, the CPV Food Binh Phuoc complex has been certified with international standards such as HACCP, BRC, ISO 22000, and Halal, and has earned recognition from major trading partners in Japan, Singapore and, Hong Kong.

Leading global brands and local retail networks also place their trust in the company’s food safety management system.

The vision ahead for the complex

What lessons has CPV Food Binh Phuoc learned from exporting 10,000 tons of processed poultry to a demanding market like Japan?

Exporting to Japan has given us valuable experience in complying with food safety systems, traceability requirements, and international standards.

To meet these expectations, we continue to invest in operational processes, upgrade factory technology, and train our workforce.

Our production system is firm in quality and also flexible enough to meet the specific requirements of each market.

For example, within the complex, the hanging of chickens can be performed by machine. However, due to animal welfare requirements in the European Union, this stage must be done manually. Each bird is gently handled by a person before moving to the next steps, and CPV Food Binh Phuoc is fully capable of meeting this requirement.

We can say that successfully entering the Japanese market proves that “Made in Vietnam” processed poultry products have reached international standards. This is the foundation for us to expand into other high-potential markets.

The company has already obtained an export licence for Singapore, and our next goal is to bring our products to the European market, including the United Kingdom.

CPV Food Binh Phuoc’s impressive export milestone to Japan lays the foundation for expansion into other markets

So, is it fair to say that CPV Food Binh Phuoc’s ambition is to become a production complex that supplies food to the global market?

That is correct. With a total investment of $250 million, the CPV Food Binh Phuoc complex has a clear strategy to make Vietnamese processed chicken competitive and successful on a global scale.

In addition to the Feed – Farm – Food model I mentioned earlier, sustainability and environmental responsibility are essential for entering developed markets.

Therefore, the complex invests in recycling by-products such as meat trimmings, feathers, and bones into raw materials for animal feed production. Its wastewater treatment system meets high environmental standards, allowing water to be safely reused in production.

Through the application of circular economy principles and green technologies, CPV Food Binh Phuoc aims to reuse up to 80 per cent of raw materials in pursuit of a zero-waste model.

The complex also applies automation across its fully integrated production process and operates in accordance with globally recognised certifications.

C.P. Group’s motto is to become the “Kitchen of the World”. With early investment and careful preparation, CPV Food Binh Phuoc is steadily turning that vision into reality.

C.P. Vietnam joins Foodbank Vietnam on Food for Change campaign C.P. Vietnam is continuing its partnership with Foodbank Vietnam by participating in the “Food for Change 2025” campaign and announcing a food waste recycling initiative – Green Hero.

Food Hero Scholarship launched to promote sustainable food development The Vietnam Foodbank Network and C.P. Vietnam are joining forces to empower young people to drive a more sustainable, waste-free food future in Vietnam.

C.P. Vietnam launches campaign to support flood-hit communities C.P. Vietnam Corporation has kicked off a nationwide flood assistance initiative to help communities rebuild their lives and restore livelihoods after recent natural disasters.

From November 12–14 in Washington, D.C., Vietnam and the US held technical-level negotiations on the Fair and Balanced Reciprocal Trade Agreement, led by Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien, head of the Vietnamese delegation, and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. The sessions focused on advancing discussions and exploring solutions to strengthen the bilateral trade framework.

The negotiations formally began on November 12 with a working session between Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan, deputy head of the Vietnamese delegation, and Deputy US Trade Representative Rick Switzer at the Office of the US Trade Representative, marking the official launch of the technical talks.

Deputy US Trade Representative Rick Switzer and Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan. Photo: MoIT

The working session was held in an open and constructive atmosphere, focusing on bilateral economic and trade relations and following up on outcomes from the eighth ministerial-level negotiations on November 10 between Minister Nguyen Hong Dien and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. Deputy Minister Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan discussed key issues from the ministerial talks and agreed on specific topics for the technical negotiating teams to address, ensuring progress towards the most effective results.

Deputy US Trade Representative Rick Switzer acknowledged the positive progress Vietnam has made in trade policy, institutional reforms, and international integration commitments, as well as the results of recent negotiating rounds, while affirming that close cooperation between the two sides will facilitate the negotiation process.

The two sides agreed to continue close coordination and enhance exchanges among the technical groups to advance negotiations on the Fair and Balanced Reciprocal Trade Agreement, in line with the guidance of senior leaders and ministers of both countries, with a view to soon completing a new bilateral trade cooperation framework that contributes to deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and the US.

Immediately following the working session, the negotiating delegations of both countries promptly began work in their respective groups to negotiate the agreed-upon agenda items.

Later that afternoon, Minister Dien held a working session with Rock Bordelon, chairman, along with leaders Charles Paddock and Rodrigo Garza Perez of Gulf of America Energy Sourcing LLC (GAES), a US energy corporation headquartered in Louisiana.

Minister Dien and leaders of the GAES energy group. Photo: MoIT

Minister Dien also held a meeting with Joseph Damond, global chair of International Trade Policy and Science at Crowell Global Advisors. Damond previously served as Deputy US Trade Representative (1989-2001) and head of the Negotiating Delegation for the Vietnam – US Bilateral Trade Agreement (1995-2000).

The minister acknowledged and greatly appreciated GAES’s proposals, affirming that Vietnam encourages participation in the development of liquefied natural gas infrastructure and energy markets in Vietnam.

Vietnam and US advance trade partnership in Washington talks Vietnam and the United States held their eighth ministerial talks in Washington, D.C., aiming to strengthen a balanced and mutually beneficial trade relationship.

US and Vietnam agree on framework to boost trade and market access The United States and Vietnam have agreed on a framework for a new trade deal designed to boost bilateral commerce and market access.

Vietnam Future Economy Summit to outline strategies for sustainable growth A conference is on the horizon to explore strategies for Vietnam to sustain high growth and achieve sustainable development amid global uncertainties.

Key highlights over its decade-long development journey include growing its fund size from $17.6 million at inception to $80 million by 2022; average gross return reaching 10.73 per cent; and paying out $45 million in annual cash dividends to investors, maintaining an average dividend yield of 9.5 per cent per year.

The PVI AM team

This is a distinctive advantage for insurance companies, offering attractive financial returns and steady annual cash flow that helps meet claim obligations and strengthens the risk buffer of insurers.

The fund has invested in over 30 strategic transactions, channelling long-term capital from insurance institutions to businesses in need of growth funding, propelling the country’s economic development.

Nguyen Tuan Tu, CEO of PVI Holdings and a representative of POF’s investors, noted that the results affirm PVI AM’s professional investment management capabilities, disciplined risk governance, and adaptive resilience across market cycles. They also demonstrate the effective coordination and trust of investors.

“The success of POF underscores the pivotal role of insurance institutions in providing long-term capital to support enterprise growth, contributing to Vietnam’s sustainable economic development and creating positive value for the community,” he said.

There are multiple factors instrumental to POF’s success. According to POF’s leadership, these factors include investment discipline across market cycles and strict risk management, minimising adverse market impacts, and a professional and ethical investment team with deep expertise in credit assessment, asset valuation, and legal analysis, experienced in identifying and mitigating risks.

This is also a value-based investment philosophy, focusing on business fundamentals and flexible asset allocation strategies tailored to each cycle, optimising returns while preserving capital.

The achievements to date have reinforced PVI AM’s position as a leading asset management company in the fixed-income segment, efficiently meeting the rigorous standards required by institutional insurance investors.

In 2026, PVI AM will build on this advantage by launching a member fund focused on the private debt capital market serving financial and insurance institutions, as well as introducing a public open-ended bond fund for retail investors, aiming to become the top-tier choice in Vietnam’s fixed-income investment market.

Duong Thanh Danh Francois, vice chairman of PVI AM’s board of directors and a representative of strategic shareholder HDI Global, stated, “We believe that with its professional team and technical support from HDI Global and Ampega, PVI AM has established itself as one of Vietnam’s leading asset management companies, meeting international standards in governance, operations, and investment product development.

HDI and Ampega are committed to continuing our partnership with PVI AM, not only through capital but also through knowledge transfer, technology, and international best practices, to together write the next chapters in PVI AM’s journey and Vietnam’s financial market development.”

Established in October 2015 with the mission of channelling capital for the economy, POF, entirely funded by institutional investors in the insurance and financial sectors, has served as an effective capital bridge for Vietnamese enterprises while delivering sustainable benefits to investors.

The fund focuses on fixed-income assets (including bank bonds, guaranteed corporate bonds, valuable papers, and defensive equities), ensuring capital safety, stable cash flows, and long-term returns.

HDI Global SE, a member of Talanx Group (Germany), operates in over 175 countries and ranks among the top three insurers in Germany. HDI is the strategic shareholder in PVI Holdings.

Ampega, also part of Talanx Group, is an asset management company with assets under management of over €180 billion ($209.2 billion) as of 2025.

PVI AM and SonKim Capital partner to develop luxury real estate investment On March 19, PVI Asset Management Joint Stock Company (PVI AM) and SonKim Capital (SK Capital), a business unit of SonKim Group, officially announced a strategic partnership to develop a range of real estate investment products exclusively for institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs).

PVI Opportunity Fund becomes OPC’s large shareholder PVI Opportunity Fund has become a major shareholder of OPC Pharmaceutical JSC (HSX: OPC) after purchasing 6.6 million shares.

Vietnam’s insurance sector reaches turning point for global integration PVI Insurance, a top non-life insurer in Vietnam, is at the forefront of adopting international reporting standards, solidifying its position in Vietnam’s insurance market.