Press release

analytica Vietnam Connect 2026 Strengthens Dialogue on Shared Laboratories and R&D Infrastructure in Vietnam

October 26, 2026

Advancing R&D collaboration by bringing together experts from academia, research, innovation and industry to discuss how shared laboratories can support technological development.
Bridging research and practical applications through discussions and a private laboratory tour connected perspectives on research infrastructure with real-world laboratory environments.
Extended industry engagement and build momentum toward analytica Vietnam 2027, taking place from 31 March to 2 April 2027 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – analytica Vietnam Connect 2026 took place on 21 October at the SHTP Training Centre, Saigon Hi-Tech Park, Ho Chi Minh City, under the theme “Connecting R&D Infrastructure from Shared Laboratories to Technological Breakthroughs.” The seminar was organised by analytica Vietnam, with the support from Saigon Hi-Tech Park Research & Development Center, Saigon Hi-Tech Park Training Center, Ho Chi Minh City Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Technical Center for Standards, Metrology and Quality 3.

The program addressed the role of shared laboratory infrastructure in strengthening research capabilities, facilitating collaboration and supporting the translation of scientific knowledge into practical applications. By bringing together perspectives from academia, research institutions, innovation organizations and industry, analytica Vietnam Connect encouraged dialogue on how laboratory resources and expertise can contribute to technological progress.

Expert Perspectives Across Research, Academia and Industry

analytica Vietnam Connect 2026 featured speakers representing the Ho Chi Minh City Innovation and Startup Center, Hi-Tech Park Research & Development Center, QUATEST 3, University of Technology, Vietnam National University, Nguyen Tat Thanh University and Provimi One Member Co., Ltd., bringing together perspectives from research infrastructure, higher education, innovation development and industry.

Through expert presentations and cross-sector discussions, speakers shared insights into the development and application of Open Labs and shared R&D infrastructure, addressing key topics including:

Polices of Open Labs development supporting Ho Chi Minh City's innovation ecosystem
From Open Labs to R&D Capabilities: Connection and Resource Optimization Models in Universities
SHTPLABS – A 'Triple Helix' Collaboration Model in the Era of Breakthrough Science, Technology, Innovation, and Digital Transformation
Open Labs for R&D: Perspectives from QUATEST 3 Testing Organization
Collaboration and Laboratory Infrastructure Sharing in Semiconductor IC Design
Open Labs in Feed R&D: Great Potential and Practical Barriers
Open Labs in Food R&D
Panel discussion: Unlocking legal, standardization to optimize Open Lab models for enterprises

Bringing these discussions into a practical setting, a private laboratory tour was organized to give participants a closer look at laboratory facilities and research infrastructure, connecting the ideas shared during the program with their application in real research and testing environments. Together, the expert discussions and on-site experience made analytica Vietnam Connect 2026 a valuable opportunity to exchange knowledge, strengthen professional connections and explore the role of collaborative R&D in advancing Vietnam’s scientific and technological landscape.

Continuing the Conversation at analytica Vietnam 2027

With analytica Vietnam Connect successfully concluded, this served as a steppingstone toward analytica Vietnam 2027, scheduled for 31 March to 2 April 2027 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. As the next edition of the international trade fair for laboratory technology, analysis, biotechnology and diagnostics in Vietnam, analytica Vietnam 2027 will provide a broader platform for the laboratory and scientific community to explore technologies, exchange knowledge and develop business connections.

Building on the dialogue initiated through analytica Vietnam Connect 2026, analytica Vietnam will continue to facilitate technology exchange, scientific collaboration and commercial partnerships while supporting Vietnam's evolving laboratory ecosystem and the region's increasing demand for innovation. These engagements support a shared objective: strengthening collaboration across Vietnam’s scientific community and creating opportunities for research and innovation to translate into practical progress.

Exhibitor registration for analytica Vietnam 2027 is now open. Companies are encouraged to secure their preferred booth locations early as strong interest is anticipated from returning exhibitors, international pavilions and new market entrants.

With its expanded exhibition, international participation and comprehensive supporting programme, analytica Vietnam 2027 is set to reinforce its position as the leading international business platform for laboratory technology, analysis, biotechnology and diagnostics in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

Exhibition Contact:
MMI Asia Pte. Ltd.
Siegli L. Bacudio
Project Lead
analyticavietnam@mmiasia.com.sg

Local Vietnam Contact:
Vietnam Exhibition and Event Services Co., Ltd (VNEES)
Do Thuy Dung (Nancy)
Project Manager
dung.do@analyticavietnam.com.vn