Logistics Workforce

Where Is Vietnam’s Logistics Workforce Falling Short in the Digital and Green Supply-Chain Era?

Logistics is one of Vietnam’s fastest-growing sectors, expanding at an estimated 14–16 percent annually, yet human resources have become a worrying bottleneck. According to the Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA), the industry will need over 200,000 workers by 2030, while current supply meets only around 40 percent of demand, and just 5–7 percent of employees have received formal, specialised training in logistics.

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Logistics Talent in the Digital Age: How Can Vietnam Escape the “Shortage of Skilled People”?

Logistics Talent in the Digital Age: How Can Vietnam Escape the “Shortage of Skilled People”?

Over the past decade, Vietnam’s logistics sector has grown at an estimated 14–16 percent per year, reaching a market size of US$40–42 billion and ranking among the world’s top 10 emerging logistics markets.

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Vietnam’s Logistics Workforce under the “Double Shock” of Digitalisation and Green Logistics

Vietnam’s Logistics Workforce under the “Double Shock” of Digitalisation and Green Logistics

Vietnam’s logistics industry is expanding at an annual rate of 14–16 percent, contributing roughly 5 percent of GDP and increasingly seen as foundational to both export and domestic trade. Behind these growth figures, however, lies a mounting bottleneck: a severe shortage of qualified workers, especially those with digital competencies and an understanding of green logistics.

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Vietnam’s Logistics Workforce: From Manual Labour to Digital Supply Chain Architects

Vietnam’s Logistics Workforce: From Manual Labour to Digital Supply Chain Architects

For many years, logistics in Vietnam has been associated with images of trucks, warehouses and loading bays – jobs heavily focused on physical tasks and day-to-day execution. As global supply chains shift and digital technology, automation, big data and ESG requirements reshape the playing field, the logistics talent profile is also changing.

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Vietnam’s Seaports: A New Race and a Quiet Shake-Up

Vietnam’s Seaports: A New Race and a Quiet Shake-Up

Amid the reconfiguration of global supply chains, Vietnam’s seaport system has entered a new race. A clear polarization is emerging: those who master the logistics ecosystem are rising, while those who rely on domestic cargo flows and outdated models are gradually falling behind. This is not just a game of volume—it’s a race of vision and integration capability.

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Logistics in Asia: How to Build an Effective Workforce?

Logistics in Asia: How to Build an Effective Workforce?

As globalization and digital transformation continue to surge, the logistics industry in Asia faces significant challenges regarding its workforce. The shortage of skilled labor and the rapid changes in job requirements compel countries in the region to have effective strategies for workforce development.

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The Logistics Workforce Challenge: From Obstacles to Solutions

The Logistics Workforce Challenge: From Obstacles to Solutions

The logistics sector is undergoing a major transformation, facing growing challenges related to the availability of high-quality human resources. The rapid advancement of technology and the increasing demands of the market require companies to seriously invest in training and developing their workforce to maintain a competitive edge.

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Binh Duong Logistics to 2050 – Strategic Vision and Development Directions

Binh Duong Logistics to 2050 – Strategic Vision and Development Directions

In the context of globalization and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, logistics is no longer just a supporting industry but a key driver of economic growth. With its strategic location as an industrial and commercial hub in the Southeastern region, Binh Duong is setting a long-term vision to 2050 to become a leading logistics center.

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Article 4: Binh Duong’s Logistics Workforce – Development Opportunities and Challenges

Article 4: Binh Duong’s Logistics Workforce – Development Opportunities and Challenges

Logistics is not just a matter of infrastructure and technology—the quality of human resources plays a decisive role in its success. As Binh Duong rapidly grows into a leading logistics hub, the demand for highly skilled logistics professionals is rising sharply. However, the reality shows that the province's workforce still falls short in both quantity and quality. To maintain a competitive edge,

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Article 1: Binh Duong: The Logistics Hub – A Satellite of the Southeastern Region

Article 1: Binh Duong: The Logistics Hub – A Satellite of the Southeastern Region

With rapid industrialization, an increasingly modern infrastructure system, and a strategic geographical location, Binh Duong is emerging as a key logistics hub in the Southeastern region of Vietnam. The province is not only a gateway for goods transit but also a critical connection point between major industrial zones and domestic as well as international markets.

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Part 4: Developing Logistics Workforce: A Key to the Success of Free Trade Zones

Part 4: Developing Logistics Workforce: A Key to the Success of Free Trade Zones

Human resources are the cornerstone of sustainable and efficient logistics development, especially as free trade zones (FTZs) are rapidly expanding in Vietnam. However, the country’s logistics workforce faces challenges in both quality and quantity. This article examines the current state, opportunities, and solutions for developing a logistics workforce that meets the demands of modern FTZs.

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Part 1: Free Trade Zones: A Key to Enhancing Vietnam's Logistics Competitiveness

Part 1: Free Trade Zones: A Key to Enhancing Vietnam's Logistics Competitiveness

Free trade zones (FTZs) play a vital role in boosting logistics competitiveness and driving economic growth. In Vietnam, FTZs are expected to address high logistics costs and strengthen both regional and international connectivity. With key projects underway and challenges ahead, investing in and developing FTZs has become a strategic priority for both the government and businesses.

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VILOG 2024: Expanding Business Connectivity Opportunities

VILOG 2024: Expanding Business Connectivity Opportunities

The Vietnam International Logistics Exhibition 2024 is co-organized by the Vietnam Logistics Service Business Association (VLA) and VINEXAD Company with active support and endorsement from the Import-Export Department (Ministry of Industry and Trade). The exhibition is expected to welcome 25,000 visitors over its three days.

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VLA - 30 Years of Connecting and Spreading Logistics Value

VLA - 30 Years of Connecting and Spreading Logistics Value

On November 17, 2023, at the Gem Conference Center in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) celebrated its 30th anniversary of establishment and development (1993 - 2023).

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Enhancing the role of Vietnam’s logistics sector in the new context (Part 2)

Enhancing the role of Vietnam’s logistics sector in the new context (Part 2)

It is essential to raise awareness of the role of the logistics industry in the national economy and, based on that, establish timely and appropriate mechanisms, policies, and solutions to further promote the economic and social benefits of logistics for the economy. Simultaneously, developing suitable policies to create favorable conditions for efficient investment and business operations in the logistics services sector in the new context is crucial and urgent.

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Issue 58th Editors Letter

Issue 58th Editors Letter

(VLR) Dear readers,The system of sea ports is an important infrastructure of a sea-based economy. And it should be built on the basis of science and synchronicity. A wrong calculation may result in loss and waste. In addition, it is only a qualified workforce that can ensure efficient operations of Vietnam sea ports and logistics sector as well. Therefore, training a logistics workforce is not only an urgent duty but also a meaningful contribution to the development of knowledge economy-premises for shortening the process of the country’s modernization and industrialization.

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