Vietnam’s Manufacturing Orders Surge, Signaling a Strong Recovery

Vietnam’s manufacturing sector is showing strong signs of recovery, signaling renewed confidence across the country’s industrial supply chain. According to the latest S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), the figure reached 50.4 points in September 2025, marking the third consecutive month of expansion.

This improvement reflects not just a rebound in local production but also a recovery in new manufacturing orders after a brief slowdown in August. As a result, Vietnam has now maintained five consecutive months of output growth, proving the country’s resilience and adaptability in a shifting global market.

Exports Regain Strength Amid Global Challenges

One of the most encouraging trends lies in Vietnam’s export performance. In the first nine months of 2025, exports increased by more than 15%, surpassing the government’s annual growth target of 12%. This upturn suggests that Vietnam’s industrial base — spanning electronics, textiles, and high-value manufacturing — continues to attract strong demand from global partners.

While external headwinds such as U.S. trade measures and technical regulations remain, many Vietnamese manufacturers are adapting effectively by diversifying their export markets to regions such as Europe and Japan. This strategic shift helps stabilize production volumes and minimize dependence on any single market — a key factor in ensuring long-term resilience.

Resilience Through Smart Supply Chains

Vietnam’s manufacturing revival also reflects the nation’s commitment to improving supply chain resilience. Over the past year, the government has accelerated infrastructure upgrades, including highways, seaports, and logistics hubs, to better connect industrial zones to export gateways like Hai Phong Port.

This ongoing development directly benefits tenants and investors operating within modern industrial parks. For companies seeking reliable, well-connected logistics ecosystems, Core5 Vietnam’s strategic locations in the Northern Economic Corridor provide seamless access to ports, airports, and border trade routes.

Such connectivity ensures smoother import-export operations, lower transportation costs, and faster market access, key advantages for multinational manufacturers expanding production in Vietnam.

Sustainability and Competitiveness: The New Industrial Standard

Another positive outcome of this manufacturing rebound is the increasing emphasis on sustainability. As Vietnam deepens its ESG commitments and green growth strategies, manufacturers are prioritizing energy efficiency and environmental compliance.

Core5 Vietnam aligns with this direction through LEED-certified factory designs, smart energy management systems, and modern water and waste management infrastructure. This ESG-focused approach not only supports Vietnam’s national goals but also helps global tenants meet international sustainability standards.

Sustained Optimism for 2026

Vietnam’s industrial sector has proven its resilience in the face of global challenges — and the outlook for 2026 is optimistic. With improving trade relations, expanding infrastructure, and strong government support for green growth, the foundation for sustainable manufacturing-led expansion is stronger than ever.

For investors and global manufacturers, the message is clear: Vietnam remains one of Asia’s most dynamic and dependable industrial destinations. And with Core5 Vietnam providing world-class facilities and a sustainability-driven vision, the path toward long-term, responsible growth is already being built — today.

New Opportunities for Industrial Real Estate Investors

This manufacturing rebound is a clear call to action for industrial real estate investors. As production demand rises, companies are looking for modern, compliant, and energy-efficient spaces that support rapid expansion and sustainable operations.

Core5 Vietnam, a leading developer of ready-built factories and warehouses, is uniquely positioned to meet this growing demand. With projects in key industrial zones across Hai Phong, Hung Yen Quang Ninh, Core5 offers international-standard facilities designed for flexibility, operational efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

For investors seeking to capture opportunities, Core5 Vietnam is not just a developer — we are your strategic partner in long-term success.

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