Ton Duc Thang University and Binh Son Refining and Petrochemical JSC Sign Cooperation Agreement to Promote Applied Research and Technology Transfer
On March 31, 2026, at Binh Son Refining and Petrochemical Joint Stock Company (BSR) in Quang Ngai Province, Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) and BSR held a cooperation agreement signing ceremony, marking a new milestone in the collaboration between a higher education institution and industry. The partnership is expected to promote applied research, technology transfer, and the development of high-quality human resources.
The delegation from TDTU, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Trong Dao – Secretary of the Party Committee and President of the University, visited and held a working session with BSR, where they were welcomed by Mr. Bui Ngoc Duong, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of the Board of Directors, together with leaders of the company’s functional departments.
In the context of energy transition and innovation becoming inevitable trends, strengthening collaboration between enterprises and educational and research institutions is of particular importance. Such collaboration not only helps enhance the quality of human resources but also serves as a key driver for applied research, technology transfer, and sustainable development.
Building on each party’s strengths, TDTU and BSR have agreed to advance cooperation in key areas, including scientific research, technology transfer, innovation, and human resource development. In particular, technology transfer and the application of research outcomes in production and operations are identified as key priorities, contributing to enhancing the enterprise’s technological capacity while increasing the practical relevance of the University’s research activities.
The cooperation focuses on research and the application of technologies in areas such as refining and petrochemicals, advanced materials, new energy, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence. Both parties also aim to develop sustainable fuel solutions, environmental treatment technologies, emission reduction solutions, and circular economy models, in alignment with the sustainable development requirements of the energy sector in the new phase.
Beyond research, the collaboration between TDTU and BSR is expected to establish an integrated value chain spanning research, testing, application, and technology transfer. Through the coordinated application of digital technologies, automation, and data analytics in production and operations, both sides aim to develop practical, high-value solutions that meet the evolving technological innovation needs of enterprises.
As part of the program, the TDTU delegation visited the Dung Quat Oil Refinery and received an overview of its production and operations. The visit also provided an opportunity for both sides to further discuss specific technological needs, directions for applied research, and potential areas for future collaboration.
The cooperation between TDTU and BSR is expected to provide new momentum for the university–industry collaboration model, promoting technology transfer, innovation, and the development of high-quality human resources, thereby contributing meaningfully to the sustainable development of Vietnam’s energy sector.
