Vietnam
Present in Vietnam for over 30 years, Thales provides advanced solutions in Aerospace & Space, Defence, Cyber & Digital. Partnering with key authorities and operators, Thales is contributing to Vietnam’s technological growth, connectivity, and national development goals in the areas of defence, air traffic management, aerospace and is keen to help Vietnam take its Space strategy forward.
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Did You Know?
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- 4th busiest passenger route in the world is Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City.
- Vietnam is emerging as one of the fastest-growing military powers in Southeast Asia, alongside Malaysia and Indonesia.
- 70 million motorbikes are registered in Vietnam.
Solutions
Thales in Vietnam is positioned in defence, civil aviation, and cyber & digital.
Defence
Vietnam’s armed forces, government, and global organisations trust Thales to support security, tactical superiority, and strategic independence. Thales supplies key defence technologies - radars, sonars, and optronics - for naval and land platforms, and supports Vietnam’s defence industry through training and expertise. In public security, Thales delivers integrated solutions in close collaboration with authorities.
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Civil Aviation
Since the 1990s, Thales has supported the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) and VATM in becoming a leading air navigation service provider in Southeast Asia. Thales delivers advanced aerospace solutions, including air traffic control systems, radars, and navigation aids, along with training and on-ground support. It also provides avionics for Vietnam’s fleets and in-flight entertainment systems for Vietnam Airlines. In space, Thales Alenia Space supplies satellite-based Search and Rescue systems that were proven to save lives in recent environmental incidents.
Cyber & Digital
Thales supports telecom operators like Viettel and Vinaphone in eSIM, 6G, and IoT transitions. In banking, Thales secures EMV cards for major banks and enables digital payments with chip tech and HSMs. It also supports digital transformation via authentication and risk tools, including work with NAPAS. The 2023 Imperva acquisition enhanced Thales’ cybersecurity offering, addressing cyber risks and providing detection and response services in Vietnam.
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Latest News For Vietnam
- Space
Vietnam Space Committee, OSB Group and Thales Partner to Promote Education and Innovation in Space Technologies
- Space
Vietnam acquires Search-and-Rescue solution based on Thales Alenia Space advanced technology
- Asia-Pacific
New Partnership between Thales and VNPT to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Vietnam
- Asia-Pacific
Banks in Asia Are Going Green with Thales
- Group
Vietnam Airlines and Thales strengthen their partnership with the selection of AVANT IFE onboard the new Boeing 787-10 fleet
Media Relations
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Local Partnerships
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Since 2021, Thales has partnered with VNPT, with the collaboration renewed in 2025 to support key areas including space and cybersecurity. In 2025, Thales signed an MoU with the Vietnamese Space Committee and OSB to advance education, applications, and innovation in space sciences. The partnership aims to deliver training initiatives that promote socio-economic growth, strengthen sovereignty, and support Vietnam’s Space Strategy 2030.
Sustainability Commitments
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Thales in Vietnam actively supports STEM education through programmes designed for young children in international schools, encouraging early interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Following Typhoon Yagi in 2024, Thales contributes to long-term recovery by improving connectivity in remote areas to support education, daily life, and resilience against future natural disasters.
