The International Hydrogen Roadmap Conference (Hydrogen Development Roadmap), themed “Vietnam and ASEAN’s Hydrogen Pathways in the Global Landscape,” focused on technological applications and on promoting cooperation in hydrogen development across the region.
Conference overview
On December 5, 2025, the Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City (IUH) hosted the International Hydrogen Roadmap Conference. The event brought together domestic and international speakers under the theme “Vietnam and ASEAN’s Hydrogen Pathways in the Global Landscape.”
Attending the conference were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đàm Sao Mai, Vice President of IUH and Chair of the Organizing Committee of the 2025 International Hydrogen Roadmap Conference; Nguyễn Văn Cường, Dean of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering Technology and Vice Chair of the Organizing Committee; Lê Văn Tán, Editor-in-Chief of the IUH Journal of Science and Technology; and leaders and lecturers of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering Technology.
The conference was honored to welcome Lê Ngọc Ánh Minh, Chairman of the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC); Mikhail Berkutov, Consul, Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Ho Chi Minh City; Alessandra Tognonato, Consul General of the Italian Republic; together with presenters and delegates representing many domestic and international enterprises and organizations.
At the conference, speakers presented papers on hydrogen development in Vietnam and its applications, including non-electric hydrogen production technologies, such as global cooperation, biotechnology, and healthcare applications.(Neuman & Esser Group): Leveraging global linkages – Unlocking Vietnam’s hydrogen potential through strategic cooperation.
Attending the conference were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đàm Sao Mai, Vice President of IUH and Chair of the Organizing Committee of the 2025 International Hydrogen Roadmap Conference; Nguyễn Văn Cường, Dean of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering Technology and Vice Chair of the Organizing Committee; Lê Văn Tán, Editor-in-Chief of the IUH Journal of Science and Technology; and leaders and lecturers of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering Technology.
The conference was honored to welcome Lê Ngọc Ánh Minh, Chairman of the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC); Mikhail Berkutov, Consul, Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Ho Chi Minh City; Alessandra Tognonato, Consul General of the Italian Republic; together with presenters and delegates representing many domestic and international enterprises and organizations.
At the conference, speakers presented papers on hydrogen development in Vietnam and its applications, including non-electric hydrogen production technologies, such as global cooperation, biotechnology, and healthcare applications.(Neuman & Esser Group): Leveraging global linkages – Unlocking Vietnam’s hydrogen potential through strategic cooperation.
- Prof. Dr. Dương Tuấn Quang & Assoc. Prof. Dr. Võ Thế Kỷ (IUH): Biotechnology and conversion processes.
- Dr. Hồ Thị Bích Phượng (Izumio Japan): Hydrogen-rich water – Simulation and applications in healthcare.
- Dr. Nguyễn Thiện Bình (HB Green): Demonstration of hydrogen welding equipment and hydrogen gas stoves.
- Ms. Miho Nishida (Kawasaki Vietnam): Kawasaki’s comprehensive hydrogen technologies and cooperation with Vietnamese universities.
- Dr. Murayama Namiko (thyssenkrupp Nucera – online): Shaping Vietnam’s green hydrogen ecosystem – Strategic electrolysis technology selection.
- Mr. Matthew Degyansky (Drive On LLC – online): Non-electric hydrogen production – Utility technology and cooperation prospects.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đàm Sao Mai – Vice President of IUH and Mr. Nguyễn Anh Tâm present letters of appreciation to the speakers at the conference
In her remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đàm Sao Mai emphasized that IUH consistently views hydrogen technology development as a strategic priority contributing to the sustainable energy transition. She affirmed: “The University not only invests strongly in research but also proactively expands international cooperation, connecting experts and enterprises to create a science-and-technology ecosystem supporting hydrogen development in Vietnam.”Following this, Lê Ngọc Ánh Minh, Chairman of VAHC, acknowledged Vietnam’s significant potential in the ASEAN hydrogen value chain. He stressed: “Strengthening linkages among enterprises, universities, and international organizations will be the key to driving innovation, thereby opening more effective hydrogen applications and development models in the coming period.”
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đàm Sao Mai, Vice President of IUH and Chair of the Organizing Committee, together with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyễn Văn Cường, Dean of the Faculty of Chemical Engineering Technology and Vice Chair of the Organizing Committee, presents letters of appreciation and commemorative medals to Mr. Lê Ngọc Ánh Minh, Chairman of the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC)
During the discussion session, speakers focused on key topics such as cooperation in training hydrogen-related human resources in Vietnam; developing joint research projects between universities and enterprises; and expanding pilot applications of hydrogen in industry and daily life.
The international conference provided a comprehensive perspective on hydrogen technologies from production to practical applications in Vietnam and ASEAN while strengthening connections among IUH, VAHC, and international enterprises in research, training, and hydrogen technology development. The event also enabled IUH students to engage with experts, stay up to date on clean energy trends, and orient their careers in the hydrogen sector.
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The international conference provided a comprehensive perspective on hydrogen technologies from production to practical applications in Vietnam and ASEAN while strengthening connections among IUH, VAHC, and international enterprises in research, training, and hydrogen technology development. The event also enabled IUH students to engage with experts, stay up to date on clean energy trends, and orient their careers in the hydrogen sector.
