FPT and Hanoi University of Science and Technology Inaugurate Digital Automotive Engineering Laboratory to Advance Automotive Talent Development

Hanoi, Vietnam – December 17, 2025 – FPT Corporation, in collaboration with the School of Mechanical Engineering and the School of Information and Communication Technology of Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST), officially inaugurated the Digital Automotive Engineering Laboratory. The laboratory is designed as a specialized learning, practice, and research space dedicated to core technologies of the modern automotive industry.

This milestone marks an important step in the cooperation agreement between FPT and HUST under the Specialized Digital Automotive Engineering Program, aiming to train and develop a high-quality engineering workforce to meet the rapidly growing global demand in digital automotive technologies. The launch of the laboratory also concretizes both parties’ commitment to strengthening the linkage between academic education and real-world industry needs.

Strengthening Industry–Academia Collaboration

The inauguration ceremony was attended by leaders from both organizations.

Representing FPT were Mr. Chu Quang Huy, Chief Human Resources Officer of FPT Corporation; Mr. Prajith Nair, Director of Training and Innovation, FPT Software; and Mr. Vu Tuan Manh, Production Director of FPT Automotive.

From HUST, attendees included Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Phong Dien, Vice President of Hanoi University of Science and Technology, along with leaders from the School of Information and Communication Technology (SOICT) and the School of Mechanical Engineering (SME).

A Modern Laboratory for Core Automotive Technologies

The laboratory was comprehensively invested by FPT with a total value of VND 1.4 billion, serving as a dedicated space for in-depth learning, hands-on practice, and research for students and faculty members. As part of the collaboration, FPT sponsored a full suite of equipment, platforms, and advanced technology solutions currently deployed in global customer projects.

The laboratory is equipped with development boards, AUTOSAR training software platforms developed by FPT (MaazEdu), high-performance computers, and licensed specialized software packages. All systems have been carefully configured to support training, practice, and research in key automotive technologies such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Digital Cockpit.

Training programs follow AUTOSAR standards, utilizing embedded C and C++ programming languages—critical foundations for next-generation vehicle development and the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) trend, where software plays a central role in determining competitiveness in the automotive industry.

Shared Vision for High-Quality Automotive Engineers

Speaking at the event, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Phong Dien, Vice President of HUST, emphasized the importance of university–enterprise cooperation models in narrowing the gap between academic training and real-world requirements of the digital automotive industry. He highly appreciated FPT’s investment in infrastructure, training programs, and practical expertise, which are expected to significantly enhance the quality of high-caliber automotive engineers in Vietnam.

Mr. Chu Quang Huy, Chief Human Resources Officer of FPT Corporation, reaffirmed that HUST has long been a strategic partner of FPT in developing high-quality human resources for the digital automotive sector.

“As the global automotive market continues to grow rapidly, FPT has expanded its automotive software workforce to more than 5,000 professionals. The demand for young engineers with strong expertise and global readiness is becoming increasingly critical. Hanoi University of Science and Technology is a cradle for core engineering talent and plays a key role in FPT’s strategy to achieve over 30% annual growth in automotive software. Final-year students will have opportunities to directly participate in real-world projects at FPT, not only in Vietnam but also in international markets such as Japan, South Korea, and the United States,” Mr. Huy shared.

FPT’s Long-Term Commitment to Digital Automotive Technology

Digital automotive technology is one of the key strategic areas that FPT has continuously invested in over the years. With more than 20 years of experience, FPT established a dedicated subsidiary specializing in automotive technology solutions in 2023. Today, the company employs over 5,000 automotive software engineers globally and maintains strategic partnerships with leading chip manufacturers, Tier-1 suppliers, and automotive OEMs.

FPT’s automotive products and services are developed in compliance with stringent international quality and safety standards, including ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 26262, A-SIL (A/B/C/D), TISAX, and ASPICE Level 3, reinforcing its position as a trusted global partner in the automotive industry.