On 2 July 2026, Vietnam Maritime University (VMU) was honored with the "Best Maritime Institute Award" at the AMET Global Maritime Awards 2026, jointly organized by the Dr. J. Ramachandran Maritime Global Foundation and AMET University (India).
The ceremony also recognized several distinguished figures in the global maritime community. Prof. Ryoo Dongkeun, President of Korea Maritime and Ocean University (KMOU), received the Best Mariner Award, while Capt. Alexandros Serpanos, Human Resources Director of Dynacom Tankers Management Ltd., was presented with the Founder Chancellor's Special Award in recognition of the contributions to maritime education and workforce development.
The overview of the Award ceremony
In his remarks at the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Xuan Duong, President of VMU, expressed his sincere appreciation for this prestigious recognition. He emphasized the special significance of the Award as it coincides with the University’s 70th anniversary in 2026, describing it as both an acknowledgment of VMU’s achievements and a source of inspiration for its future development.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Xuan Duong, President of Vietnam Maritime University, delivered his remarks at the ceremony
The “Best Maritime Institute Award” reflects the international maritime community's recognition of Vietnam Maritime University 's outstanding contributions to high-quality maritime education, scientific research, innovation, international collaboration, and the sustainable development of the maritime sector.
Vietnam Maritime University received the "Best Maritime Institute Award"
This prestigious recognition further strengthens VMU's position as one of the leading maritime universities in Vietnam and serves as a strong motivation for the University to continue advancing education, research, innovation, international collaboration, and sustainable development, while contributing to the growth of the global maritime industry./.