RMIT Vietnam and Port of Hai Phong sign MoU

The MoU was signed on 6 April 2026 at the Port of Hai Phong’s head office by Mr Hossein Davari, Director of the School of English & University Pathways at RMIT Vietnam, and Mr Nguyen Tuong Anh, General Director of the Port of Hai Phong. The agreement establishes a framework for future cooperation across education and training, and industry‑linked activities.

Under the MoU, the two parties will explore and develop opportunities for academic collaboration in areas of mutual interest, including the design and delivery of short- and long-term English language programs through RMIT’s School of English and University Pathways.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr Hossein Davari said the partnership reflects shared priorities in skills development and industry collaboration.

“Today’s signing reflects not only a shared vision, but also a strong foundation for a meaningful and impactful partnership,” he said. “Through English language education and other tailored training programs, we look forward to supporting the Port of Hai Phong’s capacity development.”

The MoU also lays the foundation for cooperation to enhance RMIT’s student employability and industry engagement. Potential activities include internships, work‑integrated learning projects, industry talks, site visits, and the Port’s participation in other career-related activities for RMIT students.

Ms Manuela Spiga, Director of Careers, Alumni and Industry Relations at RMIT Vietnam, said the agreement strengthens links between education and industry.

“We look forward to co-creating opportunities for students to gain practical, industry‑informed learning experiences while enabling the Port to engage with emerging talent,” she said.

The MoU further envisages collaboration in areas such as research and innovation for logistics, green port development, and industrial sustainability.

Speaking at the event, Mr Nguyen Tuong Anh, General Director of the Port of Hai Phong, said that amid deeper international integration and rising demand for high‑quality logistics services, human capital development – particularly foreign language proficiency and the ability to operate in international environments – has become a decisive factor in the port’s long‑term growth.

Mr Tuong Anh noted that partnerships with internationally reputable educational institutions such as RMIT not only help enhance workforce quality but also allow the port to adopt advanced training methodologies, progressively aligning its human resources with regional and international standards.

“As the largest port in northern Vietnam, we believe that strengthening our partnership with an institution that has extensive international experience in education and research, such as RMIT Vietnam, will position us for even stronger growth in the years ahead,” he said.

Following the signing ceremony, the RMIT delegation visited Tan Vu Terminal and the Lach Huyen International Gateway Port, gaining insights into port operations, cargo handling and logistics services.

Story: Ngoc Hoang