On the morning of January 6, 2026, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) held a ceremony to announce the decision to establish 01 Strong Research Group and 11 Potential Research Groups. This event marks a pivotal shift in the University’s strategy for science, technology, and innovation, realizing the goals for the 2026–2030 period: transitioning to a group-based research model, increasing high-quality international publications, and accelerating technology transfer.

On the morning of December 30, 2025, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) organized a training workshop entitled “Internal documentation and university governance in the context of HaUI’s institutional transformation.” The workshop aimed to enhance legal awareness and professional competencies among staff and employees, in response to the urgent requirements arising from HaUI’s transition to a university system model, which was officially approved by the Prime Minister in November 2025.

As 2025 drew to a close, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) held a solemn ceremony to launch the HaUI Alumni Network. This strategic initiative serves as a bridge connecting the university’s rich 127-year heritage with its future aspirations, underscoring the enduring strength and unity of its academic community.

On the morning of December 20, 2025, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) officially inaugurated the 5-Axis CNC laboratory, a centerpiece of the "Talent training and research cooperation program" between HaUI and Beijing Jingdiao Co., Ltd.

On December 19, the main campus of Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) erupted in a vivid display of diversity during the Cultural Festival for International Students 2025. Featuring an eclectic array of traditional cuisines, folk games, and artistic showcases, the event served as a dynamic "gateway to integration," where HaUI fosters global alliances and amplifies its commitment to excellence in a new era.

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.

On the morning of December 9th, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) held an important working session with a delegation from Nanning Normal University (NNU), China. This event took place as HaUI strengthens its pivotal role as a key higher education institution designated to train human resources for advanced technology sectors, such as the semiconductor industry. The signing of the MOU between the two parties is not just a new milestone in academic diplomacy but also opens up a crucial strategic roadmap for collaborative training and in-depth research in AI, electronics, and new materials, aiming to develop high-quality human resources in the region.

The familiar Vietnamese folk melody “Beo Dat May Troi” resonated through the hall, performed not by Vietnamese singers but by 29 master’s students from Guangxi University of Science and Technology (GXUST), China. This emotional performance marked a memorable highlight at the closing ceremony of the first Master’s Student Exchange Program between Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) and GXUST on December 4, 2025.

The official signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) and the Korea Smart Manufacturing Promotion Agency (KOSMO) for the $8.3 million Smart Factory project is scheduled for January 2026. This marks one of the key outcomes following the working session between HaUI and the Korean expert delegation under the ODA Cooperation Program, held on the afternoon of December 2, 2025.

On November 27, 2025, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) held a conference to review the 2025 admissions cycle and develop the admissions plan for 2026. The conference not only recorded impressive enrollment figures but also marked a significant turning point in governance thinking: prioritizing in-depth quality, focusing resources on high-tech fields, and internationalizing training programs.

In the context of global higher education undergoing fundamental shifts in roles and missions, on the morning of November 26, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) organized the seminar “Admissions, Education, Science & Technology, and Innovation for the 2035 horizon.”