Business Initiation Vietnam 2026: Shipbuilding & Maritime Industry

Date: June 8 – 12, 2026

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hai Phong, Vietnam

Registration deadline: February 27, 2026

Why participate?

Vietnam is one of the most dynamic markets in Southeast Asia and is investing heavily in expanding its shipyards, offshore wind projects, and environmentally friendly, energy-efficient shipping technologies. For German companies in shipbuilding, the maritime supply industry, offshore and marine technology, there are attractive business opportunities.

Your Benefits:

• Exclusive market information: Preparatory webinar with industry insights, legal framework, and import regulations.
• Presentation to a professional audience: Present your products and technologies to Vietnamese decision-makers.
• Individual B2B meetings: Tailored business appointments with potential partners.
• Practical insights: Visits to leading shipyards and companies such as SSIC and Pacific Shipbuilding JSC.
• Technical support: VSM – German Shipbuilding and Ocean Industries Association and VDMA Marine Equipment and Systems.

Target Group:

• SMEs in the fields of shipbuilding, shipyard equipment, maritime supply industry, offshore technology.
• Providers of environmental and efficiency solutions, alternative propulsion systems (LNG, methanol, hydrogen).
• Digitalization and IT service providers for fleet management and IoT applications.

Costs & Funding:

Participation is part of the Market Entry Program for SMEs (de minimis regulation). Own contribution:

• €250 for micro-enterprises
• €850 for SMEs
• €1,500 for larger companies

Travel and accommodation costs must be covered by the participants themselves.

Organizers:

• AHK Vietnam, in cooperation with SBS systems for business solutions GmbH
• Sponsored by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE)