On August 1, 2025, the delegation from Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) visited PetroVietnam Technical Services Corporation (PTSC) and its member units at the Vung Tau port cluster. The program aimed to exchange and discuss cooperation directions in training, recruitment, research, and technology transfer, toward strengthening the connection between higher education and the practical needs of enterprises.

Representing HCMUTE, the delegation was led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chau Dinh Thanh – Vice President, with the participation of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Truong Dinh Nhon – Dean of International Training; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dang Thien Ngon – Vice Dean of Mechanical Engineering; Dr. Mai Duc Dai – Vice Dean of Mechanical Engineering; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Chi Kien – Vice Dean of Electrical and Electronics Engineering; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang An Quoc – Vice Dean of Automotive and Power Engineering; Dr. Huynh Phuoc Son – Head of Corporate Relations Office; MSc. Dang Ba Ngoan – Deputy Head of Corporate Relations Office, along with faculty members, specialists, and staff from related units.

HCMUTE delegation at PTSC Mechanical & Construction (PTSC M&C)

The delegation was warmly welcomed by PTSC’s Board of Directors, the Human Resources Management Department, as well as leaders and staff in charge of HR and engineering from member units such as PTSC M&C, PTSC Supply Base, PTSC G&S, POS, PV Shipyard, and PPS.

The visit began with a tour of the ROV Workshop at PTSC G&S, providing HCMUTE with direct access to cutting-edge subsea survey and construction technologies. The delegation then continued to PTSC M&C headquarters, where the two sides engaged in in-depth discussions on potential cooperation areas, including:
• Strengthening internships and recruitment opportunities for HCMUTE students;
• Updating academic programs to align more closely with industry demands;
• Joint research and technology transfer in offshore construction, renewable energy, and automation;
• Organizing practical activities such as company visits, talk shows, and specialized seminars for students.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chau Dinh Thanh – Vice President of HCMUTE – speaking at the meeting

Mr. Nguyen Hoang Bao – Deputy Director of PTSC Mechanical & Construction (PTSC M&C) – speaking at the meeting

In parallel with the working session, the delegation toured PTSC M&C’s 7th floor facilities, fabrication yards, painting workshops, and downstream port. Through these visits and exchanges, the delegation gained deeper insights into the company’s scale, production processes, and operations.

HCMUTE delegation visiting PTSC’s facilities

Since signing a comprehensive cooperation agreement in August 2023, HCMUTE and PTSC have achieved remarkable results:

• 06 recruitment programs with 214 job vacancies;
• 741 applications from students and alumni;
• Nearly 750 million VND in sponsorships for student development activities.

This visit not only provided an opportunity to reflect on the fruitful achievements of recent cooperation but also marked the beginning of a new phase of deeper strategic collaboration. From the impressive figures in recruitment, training, and sponsorship, HCMUTE and PTSC are gradually building a sustainable university–enterprise partnership – where academic knowledge meets production practices, and where students are equipped not only with knowledge but also with skills and professional resilience. In the context of international integration and rapid technological transformation, this partnership will contribute to developing a generation of Vietnamese engineers and experts with global competitiveness, making significant contributions to the sustainable growth of the nation’s key industries.