Manufacturing & Industry
This category focuses on industrial production, from electronics and textiles to automotive and heavy industry. It covers FDI trends, supply chain developments, factory expansions, and government regulations shaping the industrial landscape. As a key driver of economic growth, manufacturing plays a crucial role in global supply chains, technological advancements, and industrial competitiveness.
Still image & video cameras: Vietnam exports dip 17.68% in May
Vietnam’s exports of still image, video cameras and parts thereof reached US$532.20 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 17.68 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.91 billion.
Industry: Vietnam ferrous waste & scrap imports decline by 14.88 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of ferrous waste and scrap reached US$170.28 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 14.88 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$812.53 million.
Vietnam Market Wrap: VN-Index climbs above 1,358 as industrials rally, foreign outflows continue
The VN-Index rose 8.83 points to close at 1,358.18 on 23 June 2025, up 0.65 percent, with total trading value reaching VND 21,752.59 billion or approximately US$836 million. The session saw moderate gains led by select industrial and construction stocks, while bank stocks were mixed.
Industry: Vietnam iron and steel exports drop 15.48 percent in May
Vietnam’s exports of iron and steel reached US$600.08 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant decrease of 15.48 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$3.09 billion.
Food & beverage: Vietnam’s fragmented food safety system leaves risks unaddressed, says Alinea International
Vietnam’s food safety culture remains weak, with gaps in hygiene, enforcement, and legal frameworks leaving the public exposed to foodborne illness, according to Brian Bedard, director of Food Safety and Animal Health at Alinea International.
Industrial real estate: Japan’s Nippon Koei to advise Vietnamese developer on Long Thanh project
Japanese engineering consultancy Nippon Koei has been hired by Dong Nai Tan Hiep Industrial Park to advise on its Bau Can – Tan Hiep Industrial Park project, VN Express has reported. The project reflects a growing trend of Vietnamese developers engaging foreign expertise to design industrial parks that meet international environmental and technical standards..
Ceramics: Vietnam exports dip 4.70% in May
Vietnam’s exports of ceramic products reached US$53.92 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 4.70 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$262.69 million.
Yarn: Vietnam imports see modest 0.60% rise in May
Vietnam’s imports of yarn reached US$251.94 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 0.60 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.15 billion.
Automotive: Vietnam motor vehicle imports up by 0.82 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of motor vehicles reached US$426.38 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight increase of 0.82 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.83 billion.
Manufacturing: Vietnam plastic products exports up 6.63% in May
Vietnam’s exports of plastic products reached US$649.68 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant increase of 6.63 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.97 billion.
Technical fabrics: Vietnam exports up 9.53% in May
Vietnam’s exports of tyre cord fabrics and other fabrics for technical uses reached US$70.83 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 9.53 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$326.48 million.
Toys & sports equipment: Vietnam exports soar 25.21% in May
Vietnam’s exports of toys and sports requisites, parts and accessories thereof reached US$675.21 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 25.21 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$2.45 billion.
Energy: Germany’s GEO Group to invest US$50 million in Vietnam renewable energy training hub
Germany’s GEO Group will invest US$50 million to develop a renewable energy workforce training and development centre in Binh Dinh province, in south-central Vietnam, The Investor has reported.
Seafood: Vietnam fisheries products imports rise 5.17 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of fishery products reached US$281.15 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents an increase of 5.17 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$1.31 billion.
Bamboo and rattan products: Vietnam exports rise 1.12% in May
Vietnam’s exports of bamboo and rattan products reached US$79.93 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a modest increase of 1.12 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$368.21 million.
Automotive: Vietnam motor vehicle parts & accessories up 8.70 percent in May
Vietnam’s imports of motor vehicle parts and accessories reached US$471.82 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant increase of 8.70 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$2.17 billion.
Manufacturing: Vietnam approves 1,881-hectare Da Nang Free Trade Zone
Vietnam’s Prime Minister, Pham Minh Chinh, has officially approved the creation of the Da Nang Free Trade Zone (FTZ), The Investor has reported. The FTZ is set to cover 1,881 hectares across seven non-contiguous sites.
Automotive: Honda Vietnam motorcycle and car sales rise sharply in May 2025
Honda Vietnam reported strong sales growth in May 2025, with motorcycle sales rising 8.2 percent year-on-year and car deliveries jumping 25.9 percent, reflecting solid demand across both segments, The Investor has reported.
Manufacturing: Japan’s NSG exits Vietnam float glass venture
Japan’s NSG Group has completed the transfer of its entire 65 percent equity stake in Vietnam Float Glass Co., Ltd. (VFG) to long-time joint venture partner Viglacera Corporation JSC, the firm has said in a statement. This is part of a shift in focus to high-value-added products.
Wood & wooden products: Vietnam exports dip 2.50% in May
Vietnam’s exports of wood and wooden products reached US$1.41 billion in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a decrease of 2.50 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) export value to US$6.81 billion.
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