More than 200 brands join expo on machine tools, metalworking solutions

Society – Economy - Ngày đăng : 16:38, 02/10/2024

The 17th Vietnam International Exhibition on Machine Tools & Metalworking Solutions for Production Upgrade (METALEX Vietnam 2024) opened on October 2 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Running the theme "From Lines to Cycle – Building a Carbon Neutral Manufacturing Legacy",  the event attracted over 200 brands from 20 countries and territories, including China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Singapore, Germany, Italy, and India.

Exhibitors primarily focus on the automotive, aerospace, electronics, and metalworking industries, showcasing advanced automation solutions, production control systems, and cutting-edge machinery.

Vu Trong Tai, General Director of RX Tradex Vietnam highlighted METALEX Vietnam as one of Southeast Asia's leading annual exhibitions in this regard. The organisers hope that this year’s edition will not only sharpen the competitiveness of the supporting industry but also contribute to promoting sustainable development and the circular economy.
The three-day event features a series of specialized seminars on the latest trends, such as sustainable manufacturing, the future and challenges of the metalworking industry, and human resources development solutions as the sector is transitioning to a circular economy.

Matsumoto Nobuyuki, Chief Representative of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in HCM City, a co-organiser of the supporting industry show SIS 2024 within the ongoing METALEX Vietnam, stated that the event facilitates connections between Japanese and Vietnamese firms as well as their exchanges of technology transfer and sustainable production solutions.

Vo Van Hoan, Vice Chairman of the municipal People's Committee, hailed METALEX Vietnam 2024 as a prestigious platform for local and international enterprises to seek partnerships, improve production capabilities, and deepen integration into the global supply chain.

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