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Secutech Vietnam returns to the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC), reaffirming its position as a cornerstone event for Vietnam’s security and fire safety sectors. Running 14–16 August, 480 exhibiting brands from 17 countries and regions are showcasing the latest innovations across 13,000 sqm, including five featured pavilions and three specialised zones. Meanwhile, the show’s fringe programme presents insights and cutting-edge solutions linked directly to Vietnam’s future economic ambitions. Latest integrated video surveillance Secutech Vietnam cements its pivotal role in driving emerging growth industries Backed by strong government support, and with some 15,600 trade visitors expected to attend, Secutech Vietnam cements its pivotal role in driving emerging growth industries, while maintaining its core focus on security and fire safety. The show brings together a diverse group of exhibitors presenting the latest integrated video surveillance, intelligent key and asset control, fire detection and suppression, personal protective equipment, and cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and robotics for disaster prevention. Goals in smart manufacturing Ms. Regina Tsai, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd – Taiwan Branch, explained: “These innovations are perfectly aligned with Vietnam’s strategic goals in smart manufacturing, digital infrastructure, and enhanced urban safety – sectors that are pivotal to the country’s future development." "This is proven by the fact we have outstanding exhibitor participation for the second year in a row, thanks in no small part to strong support by major government bodies such as the Vietnam Fire and Rescue Police Department and the Ministry of Public Security." Vietnam’s key public sectors Two display areas, namely the Fire Truck Display Area and the Police Equipment Zone, spotlight applications Tsai added: "Their attendance underscores the strategic significance of the fair as a platform for advancing national safety and technological growth.” Two display areas, namely the Fire Truck Display Area and the Police Equipment Zone, spotlight applications for some of Vietnam’s key public sectors, while the show’s pavilions and zones give buyers convenient access to several of the industry’s most well-known international suppliers. Featured pavilions and zones Japan Pavilion Korea Pavilion MIT (Made in Taiwan) Innovation Zone Singapore Pavilion UL Solutions Pavilion Special zones include: Disaster Prevention Zone Occupational Safety / PPE Zone Urban Safety Zone The show’s VIP business matching service and buyer delegations are set to increase opportunities for innovation exchange, which is a topic also brought to the fore at several of the show’s fringe events. Integral to Vietnam’s economic initiatives and growth strategy Smart Factory & Automation Seminar focuses on industrial efficiency, a priority for Vietnam’s Industry 4.0 initiative The Smart Factory & Automation Seminar focuses on driving industrial efficiency, a key priority for Vietnam’s Industry 4.0 initiative, which aims to make Vietnam one of the leading smart manufacturing and innovation hubs in Asia. This one-day seminar, co-organised by the Ho Chi Minh City Automation Association (HAuA), brings together industry experts who share practical solutions, case studies, and strategies for integrating automation, electronics, security, and fire safety technologies into smart factories.  Confirmed speakers include representatives from Advantech, ESTEC Digital, Honeywell, KGS Fire & Security Singapore, M.Tech, NORD Gear, rexroth A Bosch Company, Schmersal Vietnam, TNT Technologies, and VdS. Vietnam’s Digital Infrastructure Strategy Meanwhile, the ICT & Smart Building Infrastructure Forum 2025, jointly arranged with the Ho Chi Minh Computer Association (HCA), addresses the convergence of smart building, security, automation, and ICT technologies, which aligns directly with Vietnam’s Digital Infrastructure Strategy. ICT & Smart Building Infrastructure Forum 2025, jointly arranged with the HCA, handles the convergence of Security This forum presents real-world applications demonstrating how security and fire system integrators, building management system providers, ICT vendors, and telecom operators collaborate to deliver integrated digital infrastructure. Speakers from 3ONEDATA, CAD, Dahua Technology, Hanwha Vision, KEENFINITY, Phuc Binh, Seagate Technology, Silver Sea, VNG Corporation, and VNPT will share expert insights on infrastructure intelligence, a key driver supporting Vietnam’s digital economy vision, which aims for the digital economy to account for 30% of GDP by 2030. Vietnam’s government-backed Industry 4.0 initiative Secutech Vietnam 2025’s Tech Stage further facilitates discussions on the key technologies aligned with Vietnam’s government-backed Industry 4.0 initiative, Digital Infrastructure Strategy, and digital economy goals. The stage is split into three sessions: 1. Security Session This session will showcase advanced security technologies that are essential for the growth of smart infrastructure across Vietnam. It features AI-powered video management, integrated enterprise security platforms, intelligent access and key management, as well as electric perimeter security solutions designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency. The following companies will share their unique insights: 3S System Technology, ASIS Technologies, AxxonSoft Asia, Morse Watchmans, Shanghai Gato IT, Servo Dynamics, and VIVOTEK. 2. Smart Fire Technology Session Focused on intelligent fire safety solutions for both urban and industrial environments, this session highlights technologies such as fire pumps, linear heat detection systems, modular fire and life safety platforms, and smoke/heat exhaust fans. These innovations aim to deliver early fire detection, effective emergency ventilation, and enhanced compliance with Vietnam’s safety regulations. Featured companies include: KGS Fire & Security Singapore, LGM Products, NM FIRE (S), and Phương Linh Group. 3. PPE/Disaster Prevention Session With an emphasis on the latest safety and disaster readiness products, this session is set to feature explosion-proof firefighting robots, high-endurance UAVs for surveillance and emergency response, emergency escape equipment, and premium safety footwear designed to improve workplace safety and rapid disaster response. The following companies will participate: Beijing Topsky Intelligent Equipment Group, Durasafe, Mallcom India, and VTFCTech. Held concurrently with Secutech Vietnam 2025, Fire & Safety Vietnam highlights innovations in fire prevention, rescue, and industrial safety, with SMABuilding spotlighting advancements in building automation, IoT integration, and energy efficiency. Together, these dedicated events broaden the scope of the platform, offering specialised solutions for safety, security, and smart building professionals.

Pipe networks for aspirating smoke detectors are often designed digitally. A practice not taken into account in the EU-wide binding standard EN 54-20: There are no specific requirements for dealing with the relatively new design programmes. So manufacturers had to spend extra time and money on having their software separately legitimised during the well-known innovation-supporting VdS-Approvals.  Precise and compact guidelines “For facilitating and reassuring their development work, our partners understandably wanted clear standards in black on white,” explains Rafael Bernsdorf, head of the VdS laboratories for special fire detection technology products. “This is exactly what we now provide with our precise and compact Guidelines. They can be downloaded for free and are, of course, fully compliant with existing standards while supporting the potential of modern safety systems." VdS 6036 The new publication VdS 6036, “Aspirating Smoke Detectors with a Design Software for Sampling Devices”, is available on the website. Accurate guidance on threshold values, transport time, pipe topology, and sensitivity of the sampling points ensure that digitally designed pipe networks function reliably. 

The European Fire and Security Group has further developed its brand identity and appears in a fresh and more modern design. The repositioning primarily includes a new logo, an expressive colour scheme, and a completely revised website as a central information platform.  In addition to an expanded content offering, customer documents, such as registration forms, certification documents, or customer guides, can be found there with a new logo and an updated design.  Network for security, trustworthiness, reliability The revamped brand identity aims to make EFSG more visible, to bring it closer to the relevant sectors""The revamped brand identity aims to make EFSG more visible, to bring it closer to the relevant sectors and, in doing so, to emphasise its values, security, trustworthiness, and reliability," explains Thomas Urban, Managing Director of VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH. He adds, "In the newly designed logo, for example, the globe symbol is a reminder of the international approval of the certifications issued by EFSG members and the importance of their collaborative work." Security and safety level EFSG is the association of established certification bodies in Europe working in the fields of fire prevention and protection. Its members have many years of experience in their respective sectors and enjoy the trust of the professional community. They have set themselves the common goal of raising and harmonising the security and safety level of products for fire prevention and protection, as well as physical security and burglar alarms.  Transnational certification  To this end, they facilitate independent third-party certification in different countries at a lower cost. With the worldwide approved and recognised testing and certification expertise of its members, the EFSG enables manufacturers to accelerate market access, reduce costs and achieve universally approved quality assurance.