Vietnam Seaports Association
On April 10, 2026, at Phuoc An Port (Dong Nai), the “Vietnam Green Ports 2026” Seminar was successfully organized by the Vietnam Maritime and Waterways Administration in collaboration with the Vietnam Seaports Association (VPA).
The seminar was attended by a large number of representatives from member ports, shipping lines, and port-logistics enterprises.
The seminar welcomed representatives from government agencies, port operators, shipping lines, international organizations, and experts in the maritime and logistics sectors. The event served as an important platform to exchange insights, update industry trends, and promote the green transition of Vietnam’s port sector.
Vietnam Seaports Association Chairman delivers the opening remark at the seminar.
Deputy Administrator of the Viet Nam Maritime and Waterway Administration delivers the opening remark at the seminar.
Key topics discussed at the seminar included:
- Progress and direction of green port development in Vietnam: Review of the 2025 pilot program implementation, providing a foundation for scaling up green port models nationwide.
- Solutions for emission reduction in port operations: Emphasizing emission inventory, reporting, and management practices aligned with international standards.
- Application of green technologies and infrastructure: Highlighting technical solutions such as shore power systems to reduce emissions from vessels at berth.
- Impacts of Net Zero commitments and global trade context: Analysis of regulatory frameworks and their implications for Vietnam’s maritime sector amid deeper integration with key markets including Europe, Asia, and the United States.
The seminar contributed to strengthening awareness, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among stakeholders, supporting the development of a greener, more sustainable, and globally integrated port system in Vietnam.
