VIBM and Knauf are long-time partners, and have been together implementing many activities on research, product quality assessment, and scientific and technological information exchange.In order to acknowledge the strategic collaboration between Knauf and VIBM, after a period of discussion, we have decided to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the specific goal is: building a set of "Codes and Standards for the Classification of non-fired materials" and "Acoustic Standards for residential high-rise building" projects to improve the health and life quality for residents.
Attending the ceremony from Knauf: Mr. Frederick Knauf – A member of Knauf family and Knauf Gypsum APAC Executive Team; Mr. Tran Thanh Sang - A member of Knauf Gypsum APAC Executive Team, Managing Director Knauf Vietnam; Mr. Steven Koh – Technical Director of Knauf Asia Pacific; Mr. Phan Minh – Commercial Director of Knauf Vietnam; Mr. Le Hoang Ha – Specification Manager of Knauf Vietnam; Mr. Nguyen Hoang Thong – Technical Manager of Knauf Vietnam; Mrs. Vu Hien Thu – Specification Manager of Knauf Vietnam in the North.
From VIBM: Mr. Nguyen Quang Hiep – President of VIBM; Mr. Nguyen Van Huynh - Vice President of VIBM; Mr. Cao Tien Phu - Head of Plan - Technique Department; Mrs. Tran Thi Thu Ha - Director of Bureau of Certification; Mr. Dao Quoc Hung - Director of Center for Organic Materials and Construction Chemicals; Mr. Le Cao Chien - Deputy Director of Center for Equipment, Environment & Labour Safety; Mrs. Le thi Song - Deputy Director of Center for Training, Communication and International Cooperation; And researchers of Center for Equipment, Environment & Labour Safety.
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President of VIBM - Mr. Nguyen Quang Hiep delivered a speech at the MOU signing ceremony.
In his opening speech at the ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Quang Hiep warmly welcomed the Knauf delegation to visit and collaborate at VIBM's headquarters. He expressed, "This event marks a new beginning promising much success and development between both parties. Over the years, Knauf Vietnam has chosen VIBM as a collaborative partner in product quality testing, certification, and standard compliance for their products. Additionally, experts from Knauf Vietnam have actively contributed to the development of Vietnamese standards (TCVN) and national technical regulations (QCVN), participating in activities of the Standards Committee on Construction Materials chaired by VIBM. VIBM hope that with extensive and sustainable cooperation in the future, the Knauf Group will continue to accompany and support VIBM in developing modern laboratories, thereby enhancing the competitiveness and affirming the position of the Vietnamese building materials industry on the international stage".
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Mr. Frederick Knauf – A member of Knauf family and Knauf Gypsum APAC Executive Team delivered a speech at the MOU signing ceremony.
Sharing his thoughts on this working session, Mr. Frederick Knauf – A member of Knauf family and Knauf Gypsum APAC Executive Team said that "This Memorandum of Understanding not only represents collaboration but also reflects our shared vision for sustainable development in the construction materials industry. This marks the beginning of a journey to combine our strengths, expertise, and aspirations in advancing standards and practices in construction and building materials". He added, "I would like to express sincere gratitude to everyone who has tirelessly worked to turn this collaborative relationship into reality. Your dedication and hard work have laid the foundation for this partnership and will undoubtedly bring significant advancements to our construction industry."
At the ceremony, VIBM and Knauf officially signed two MoUs on "The Development of Codes and Standards for the Classification of Non-Fired Materials" and "The Development Acoustic Standards for Residential High-rise Buildings," witnessed by delegates from both sides.
Furthermore, building on the success of the 2019 International Conference on Building Materials (ICBM 2019), VIBM will host ICBM 2024 later this year and is delighted that Knauf has confirmed its continued support as a gold sponsor for the conference.
Knauf's visit and collaboration at VIBM this time will open up more bilateral cooperation opportunities. It is hoped that the friendship and strategic partnership between the two parties will remain strong, sustainable, and continue to flourish.
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News/ Photos: Vu Duong/ Thu Hang - CTCI