On 22 July 2026, the Quality Assurance and Testing Center 3 (QUATEST 3), in collaboration with the Association of Testing Laboratories of HCMC (VINATEST), successfully organized the 2026 Scientific Seminar on Metrology and Testing at QUATEST 3's Offices and Laboratories Complex in Cat Lai Industrial Park, HCMC.
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As one of the key events commemorating the 50th anniversary of QUATEST 3, the seminar brought together nearly 200 participants from research institutes, laboratories, universities, conformity assessment bodies, enterprises and organizations operating in the fields of metrology, testing, electrical engineering and chemical and biological sciences.
Designed as a professional platform for knowledge exchange, the seminar aimed to foster collaboration among experts, researchers and laboratory professionals by sharing practical experience, introducing emerging technologies and innovative approaches and discussing best practices in laboratory quality management in line with international standards.
Overview of the seminar.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Tran Quoc Dung, Director of QUATEST 3, expressed his appreciation for the strong participation from the scientific and technical community. He noted that the enthusiastic response reflected the growing interest in professional collaboration and scientific exchange within the metrology and testing sectors. Mr. Dung emphasized that such events provide valuable opportunities for laboratories, research institutions and industry representatives to strengthen cooperation, exchange technical expertise and jointly contribute to the continuous improvement of testing and metrology capabilities in Vietnam.
Mr. Tran Quoc Dung, Director of QUATEST 3, delivers the opening remarks.
During his speech, Mr. Dung also shared information about the 50th Anniversary Celebration of QUATEST 3, scheduled to take place on 24 July 2026. Although QUATEST 3 was officially established on 6 April 1976, the anniversary celebration will be held in July to coincide with several significant historical milestones of Vietnam and HCMC in 1976. The celebration will also provide an opportunity to reflect on the Center's five decades of development and achievements, as well as to receive the Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister of Vietnam, recognizing QUATEST 3's long-standing contributions to the development of standardization, metrology and quality infrastructure in the country.
The seminar program was then introduced by Mr. Dinh Van Tru, Former Deputy Director of QUATEST 3 and Vice Chairman of VINATEST, who presented an overview of the four main technical tracks: Metrology, Chemical and Biological Testing, Mechanical and Electrical Testing and General Topics.
Mr. Dinh Van Tru, Former Deputy Director of QUATEST 3 and Vice Chairman of VINATEST.
Mr. Tru highlighted that each technical track addresses critical areas requiring high levels of technical competence, accuracy and reliability, while supporting scientific and technological missions and meeting the evolving needs of industry and society.
The seminar featured 27 technical presentations organized into four specialized sessions: Chemical and Biological Testing, Metrology, Mechanical and Electrical Testing and General Topics, delivered by experts from QUATEST 3 together with speakers from research institutes, laboratories, universities, enterprises and professional organizations. The technical sessions covered a broad range of topics, including testing of drinking water contact materials, microbiological analysis, automated calibration technologies, smart metrology solutions, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, product safety assessment, laboratory quality management and digital transformation in metrology. The complete list of technical presentations is available here.
To encourage in-depth technical discussions, the seminar was conducted in parallel sessions, allowing participants to engage directly with presenters, exchange professional experience and discuss current challenges and future developments in their respective fields.
Chemical and Biological Testing Session, chaired by Mr. Le Thanh Tho, Vice Chairman of VINATEST and Mr. Phan Thanh Trung, Deputy Director of QUATEST 3.
Metrology Session, chaired by Mr. Nguyen Anh Triet, Deputy Director of QUATEST 3 and Chairman of VINATEST, together with Mr. Ly Dat Minh, Head of Mechanical Metrology Department, QUATEST 3.
Mechanical and Electrical Testing Session, chaired by Mr. Ton That Khiem, Former General Director of TÜV Rheinland Vietnam and Mr. Truong Thanh Son, Former Acting Director of QUATEST 3.
In addition to the technical sessions, participants visited the Biotechnology Laboratory of QUATEST 3 and explored the exhibition area, where companies showcased advanced instruments, technologies and solutions supporting metrology and testing activities.
Participants visit the Biotechnology Laboratory at QUATEST 3.
The 2026 Scientific Seminar on Metrology and Testing provided an excellent platform for promoting scientific exchange, strengthening cooperation among laboratories, research institutions, enterprises and conformity assessment organizations and sharing the latest technological developments in the field.
As one of the signature events marking the 50th anniversary of QUATEST 3, the seminar reaffirmed the Center's commitment to advancing technical competence, promoting innovation and fostering collaboration to support the sustainable development of Vietnam's standardization, metrology, testing and quality infrastructure.
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