Event report

[THROWBACK] HCMC: BUILD TO LAST 2025

The third edition of Build to Last was a resounding success, bringing together over 500 participants, 20 expert speakers, and 15 industry sponsors..

The third edition of Build to Last was a resounding success, bringing together over 500 participants, 20 expert speakers, and 15 industry sponsors for a full day of insight, innovation, and networking. The event reinforced its position as a key platform for shaping the future of construction and infrastructure in Vietnam.

Opening remarks from H.E. Olivier Brochet, French Ambassador to Vietnam, and leaders from CCIFV, Wilmotte & Associés Architectes, and Schneider Electric set the stage for a high-level program focused on sustainable development and digital transformation.

Panel discussions explored urgent industry themes, from climate-resilient infrastructure and smart industrial zones to the growing role of green technologies and data centers. Speakers emphasized the importance of integrated planning, lifecycle thinking, and innovation to build future-ready environments.

The afternoon featured hands-on workshops covering digital tools for builders, sustainable industrial park development with net-zero facilities, large-scale project management with case study from Olympic Paris 2024, green airport infrastructure, and urban acoustics. Attendees gained practical strategies through real-world case studies and expert guidance.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

This edition would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors.

Special thanks to: ADEN, Schneider Electric, Artelia, Business France, IDEC, Pebsteel, Polaris Edge, Suez Vietnam, BIDV, Hempel, GreenYellow et JJ-LAPP. Your contributions helped make Build to Last 2025 an exceptional experience for all.

With its record-breaking attendance and high-impact content, Build to Last 2025 proved that the construction sector is ready to embrace change, lead innovation, and build more sustainable, resilient, and smarter environments for the future.

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