Saigon Newport Corporation Saigon Newport Corporation shares digital and green transformation experience at the annual conference of the Vietnam Seaports Association the Vietnam Seaports Association
21/09/2023
On September 21st, Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP) participated in the annual meeting for the year 2023, organized by the Vietnam Seaports Association (VPA) at the Pullman Hotel in Vung Tau City. This year's annual meeting of VPA was hosted by the Dong Nai Port
VPA 2023 Annual Meeting - Enhancing Collaboration for Sustainable Development
This year's annual meeting was attended by Mr. Le Do Muoi - Director General of the Vietnam Maritime Administration, Mr. Bui Thien Thu - Director General of the Inland Waterways Administration, Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoang - Vice Chairman of Dong Nai Provincial People's Committee, Mr. Tran Thuong Chi - Director of the Department of Transport of Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Nguyen Cao Luc - Deputy Head of the Government Office, along with over 500 delegates consisting of directors and high-level managers from 81 member ports, representatives from associations, and companies providing equipment for the port industry.
The Meeting is a forum for assessing opportunities and challenges, exchanging experiences, and opinions on key issues such as port master planning, investment, public-private partnership in port development in general, and port management, operations, safety, security, ITC systems, etc., in particular. On the association side, issues such as evaluation of port development, promotion of market transparency and fair competition, pricing & tariffs; and recommendations to the Government and relevant authorities are also on the agenda.
Saigon Newport Corporation Focuses on Digital Transformation and Sustainability
The trend towards clean energy development, emission reduction, and environmental protection is essential to achieve a harmonious and environmentally friendly economy, ensuring well-being for all segments of society. In Vietnam, the government is also determined to implement actions to realize the commitment to achieving net-zero emissions at COP26, as well as approving the 'National Green Growth Strategy for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision to 2050,' and the 'Circular Economy Development Plan in Vietnam' with the common goal of transitioning to a green economy, carbon neutrality, and contributing to limiting global temperature rise. The logistics sector in general, and the port industry in particular, have also developed collective action strategies to green the industry. These initiatives include programs for green energy transition and green port development. Among these strategies, digital transformation and automation are driving forces in the green and sustainable development process for the logistics and port industry and the entire economy. It is expected that after 2030, the 'green port' criteria in port planning, construction investment, and operation in Vietnam will become mandatory.
As a leading port operator in Vietnam, Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP) has been implementing numerous digital and green transformation solutions across its 16 port facilities in key economic regions of Vietnam, along with a network of 7 ICDs supporting connectivity. Tan Cang - Cat Lai and Tan Cang - Cai Mep International (TCIT) are among the first ports in Vietnam to achieve the Green Port title awarded by the APEC Port Services Network Council. In 2023, SNP was also honored to receive the Top Industry 4.0 Vietnam Award, which recognizes outstanding businesses contributing to the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and digital transformation for economic development in Vietnam.
SNP continues to affirm its position in the Cai Mep - Thi Vai region
Vietnam's Cai Mep port cluster ranks among the world's top 12 most efficient seaports. With a mission to facilitate the flow of goods and promote maritime economic development, SNP owns three deep-water ports with distinct advantages in Cai Mep - Thi Vai:
This year's annual meeting was attended by Mr. Le Do Muoi - Director General of the Vietnam Maritime Administration, Mr. Bui Thien Thu - Director General of the Inland Waterways Administration, Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoang - Vice Chairman of Dong Nai Provincial People's Committee, Mr. Tran Thuong Chi - Director of the Department of Transport of Ba Ria - Vung Tau, Nguyen Cao Luc - Deputy Head of the Government Office, along with over 500 delegates consisting of directors and high-level managers from 81 member ports, representatives from associations, and companies providing equipment for the port industry.
The Meeting is a forum for assessing opportunities and challenges, exchanging experiences, and opinions on key issues such as port master planning, investment, public-private partnership in port development in general, and port management, operations, safety, security, ITC systems, etc., in particular. On the association side, issues such as evaluation of port development, promotion of market transparency and fair competition, pricing & tariffs; and recommendations to the Government and relevant authorities are also on the agenda.
Saigon Newport Corporation Focuses on Digital Transformation and Sustainability
The trend towards clean energy development, emission reduction, and environmental protection is essential to achieve a harmonious and environmentally friendly economy, ensuring well-being for all segments of society. In Vietnam, the government is also determined to implement actions to realize the commitment to achieving net-zero emissions at COP26, as well as approving the 'National Green Growth Strategy for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision to 2050,' and the 'Circular Economy Development Plan in Vietnam' with the common goal of transitioning to a green economy, carbon neutrality, and contributing to limiting global temperature rise. The logistics sector in general, and the port industry in particular, have also developed collective action strategies to green the industry. These initiatives include programs for green energy transition and green port development. Among these strategies, digital transformation and automation are driving forces in the green and sustainable development process for the logistics and port industry and the entire economy. It is expected that after 2030, the 'green port' criteria in port planning, construction investment, and operation in Vietnam will become mandatory.
As a leading port operator in Vietnam, Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP) has been implementing numerous digital and green transformation solutions across its 16 port facilities in key economic regions of Vietnam, along with a network of 7 ICDs supporting connectivity. Tan Cang - Cat Lai and Tan Cang - Cai Mep International (TCIT) are among the first ports in Vietnam to achieve the Green Port title awarded by the APEC Port Services Network Council. In 2023, SNP was also honored to receive the Top Industry 4.0 Vietnam Award, which recognizes outstanding businesses contributing to the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and digital transformation for economic development in Vietnam.
SNP continues to affirm its position in the Cai Mep - Thi Vai region
Vietnam's Cai Mep port cluster ranks among the world's top 12 most efficient seaports. With a mission to facilitate the flow of goods and promote maritime economic development, SNP owns three deep-water ports with distinct advantages in Cai Mep - Thi Vai:
- Tan Cang International Container Terminal (TCIT) is a leading partner of shipping lines and alliances. TCIT currently holds a 35% market share in the Cai Mep - Thi Vai region, offering 10 weekly international service routes connecting to North America, Canada, Europe, and Inner Asia ports.
- Tan Cang - Cai Mep Container Terminal (TCCT) demonstrates outstanding capacity in handling wind power cargo. As Vietnam's first deep-water port able to accommodate vessels with a capacity of up to 160,000 DWT, TCCT has become a pioneer in specialized logistics services for oversized and heavy cargo in the southern region and across the region.
- Tan Cang - Cai Mep Thi Vai Terminal (TCTT) actively promotes collaboration, continuously enhances service quality, expands connectivity, and cooperates with relevant authorities to simplify procedures. This effort aims to meet the needs of customers and shipping lines, contributing to the development of the Cai Mep deep-water port cluster as a vital gateway for Vietnam's export-import goods and an attractive international transshipment hub in the region
In addition to its port system, SNP has strategically expanded its reach into various sectors, including logistics, shipping, sea, and education and training services. What sets SNP apart is its commitment to integrating information technologies across all of its services. This approach not only strengthens the efficiency and effectiveness of each sector but also reflects SNP's dedication to staying at the forefront of innovation and excellence in the maritime industry.
