Mr. Tony, Dinh Duc Thang - Stavian Group’s Chairman: Business connectivity is key to enhancing the competitiveness of Vietnam’s plastics industry

On July 3, 2026, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Plastics Association (VPA) held the “VPA – Member Connectivity & Aspiration to Rise” Gathering, attracting many member enterprises, partners, and industry experts.

In the opening remarks, Mr. Tony, Dinh Duc Thang – Chairman of Stavian Group and Chairman of the Vietnam Plastics Association  – emphasized that amid ongoing global economic uncertainties, business competitiveness is no longer determined solely by production capacity or market scale, but increasingly by the ability to adapt, proactively mobilize resources, and collaborate within a closely connected business community. He noted that Vietnam’s plastics industry maintained its growth momentum in 2025, reaching an estimated market size of USD 34.3 billion with export turnover approaching USD 10 billion. However, the industry continues to face significant challenges, including fluctuations in raw material supply, rising logistics costs, increasingly stringent requirements related to green transformation, ESG, EPR, as well as the growing use of trade remedy measures in international markets. In the face of rapid changes in the global business environment, strengthening connectivity among enterprises, sharing market intelligence, staying updated on industry trends, and fostering collaboration will help enhance the adaptability and competitiveness of the entire plastics industry. This also remains one of the Vietnam Plastics Association’s key priorities as it continues to serve as a bridge between businesses and government authorities, as well as domestic and international organizations.

As part of the program, member enterprises participated in a market update session covering raw material trends, import-export activities, the impact of macroeconomic developments on the plastics industry, and discussions on solutions to enhance industry competitiveness in the new landscape. The discussions provided practical insights, helping businesses proactively improve their production and business operations while expanding cooperation opportunities.

Earlier, delegates visited the manufacturing facility of An Phat Plastic Joint Stock Company in Hai Phong, where they learned about the company’s production processes, quality management system, and technology applications in manufacturing. The visit not only offered valuable practical experience but also promoted business connectivity, the exchange of management practices, and stronger collaboration within Vietnam’s plastics industry.

In his capacity as Chairman of the Vietnam Plastics Association, Mr. Tony, Dinh Duc Thang continues to promote initiatives that strengthen business connectivity, facilitate market information sharing, and expand industry collaboration, with the goal of building a highly adaptable plastics business community that is proactive in international integration and committed to sustainable development. At the same time, these engagement activities through the Association also reaffirm Stavian Group’s commitment to accompanying the business community, fostering collaboration and innovation, and enhancing the international standing of Vietnam’s plastics industry.