As part of the working program on the newbuild Azimuth tug project, on the morning of August 9, 2025, a delegation from the Port of Hai Phong, led by Mr. Pham Hong Minh – Chairman of the Board of Directors, visited Song Thu Corporation to inspect construction progress, materials procurement, and project completion.

On August 14, 2025, the Ministry of Construction issued Official Letter No. 8368/BXD-KCHT approving the policy for Berths 3 and 4 – Lach Huyen Terminal (Port of Hai Phong Joint Stock Company) to receive container vessels with a capacity of up to 165,000 DWT (partially laden).

On August 7, a delegation from the Ningbo Zhoushan Port, led by Mr. Teng Yahui – Director, Deputy General Manager, visited and worked with the Port of Hai Phong to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two major seaports in the Asia-Pacific region, while also exploring development potential in the Lach Huyen deep-water port area. Ningbo Zhoushan Port is one of the busiest ports in the world, consistently ranking among the top in terms of total cargo throughput. 

On August 2, 2025, a working delegation from Vietnam Maritime Corporation (VIMC), led by General Director Mr. Le Anh Son, held a meeting with the Port of Hai Phong to review the business performance of the first half of the year and to set out key strategic directions for the remaining months of 2025.

In the context of accelerating digital transformation, modern seaports are not only automating their operational processes but are also advancing further by applying cutting-edge technologies and systems such as CATOS (Computer Automated Terminal Operating System), ePort, and 3D modeling. These innovations aim to optimize operational efficiency, enhance service capacity, and strengthen safety standards throughout port development.