In the early days of 2026, the Robotics team from the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering (SMAE), Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) marked a proud new milestone for Vietnamese Robotics. Competing against many formidable opponents in the Philippines, the HaUI team proved their mettle as the sole representative of Vietnam at the regional VEX-U Robotics Competition 2026.

In the era of digital transformation and automation trends that are radically reshaping the manufacturing industry, technical training requires more than just design skills; it demands the capability to implement those designs into production. To meet these requirements, the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering (SMAE), Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) held the final round of SMAE AWARD 2025 on the morning of January 26th, 2026. This specialized academic competition provided a platform for students to practice innovative thinking and tackle real-world engineering problems.

Within the framework of the electric vehicle (EV) technology transfer program, the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering (SMAE) at Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) will be one of the partners receiving two of the most modern EV models currently available being the VF7 and VF9 from VinFast. These vehicles will be integrated into teaching and research activities to enhance training capacity and promote scientific research in the field of electric vehicle technology.

Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) announced the organization for the 3rd International Conference on Sustainability and Emerging Technologies for Smart Manufacturing (SETSM 2026).

Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) has developed a plan for the Eco Marathon Three-Wheeled Electric Vehicle Design Solution Competition for students of School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering (SMAE), with specific details as follows:

On the afternoon of December 25th, 2025, at School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering (SMAE) – Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI), a PhD dissertation seminar was held for PhD student Khuat Duc Duong. The dissertation is titled: "Static, dynamic analysis and structural optimization of Micro-sized doubly curved shells with variable mechanical properties." The seminar was chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Van Bong from HaUI, with the participation of numerous scientists and experts from within and outside the university.

In accordance with the cooperation agreement signed between Hanoi University of Industry and Beijing Jingdiao Group Vietnam Co., Ltd., on the morning of December 20th, 2025, Hanoi University of Industry organized the reception and inauguration ceremony of the 5-axis CNC Machine Room. This facility is a component of the Research and Talent Training Cooperation Program between the two parties, aimed at enhancing the quality of education and applied research in advanced technologies.

With the goal of attracting excellent international students to postgraduate programs (focusing on STEM, semiconductors, and technology), on the morning of December 9th, 2025, School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering (SMAE) organized an introduction session for the INTENSE Taiwan (China) Scholarship to help final-year students across various majors access the program.

On the afternoon of December 10, 2025, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) hosted a solemn ceremony to announce the Decision to confer the title of Associate Professor upon 11 distinguished educators and scientists of the University. This event was particularly momentous, occurring immediately after the University officially transitioned its operating model to the “Hanoi University of Industry” system by the Prime Minister's decision , further highlighting the high caliber of its faculty and the growing stature of an institution rapidly ascending to a major university system.