A solution to help Vietnamese businesses assess and enhance the resilience of their buildings against natural disasters.

ISCC is a global certification system for sustainability, covering materials such as biomass energy in agriculture and forestry, bio-based raw materials used in production, and renewable energy.

Structural safety assessment helps determine the current condition and detect potential damages early. This enables the owner to implement appropriate solutions to prevent and minimize risks. It contributes to extending the lifespan of the structure and reducing repair costs.

CBAM is the world’s first carbon border tax mechanism, introduced by the European Union (EU) to reduce global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Its primary objective is to prevent "carbon leakage"—a phenomenon where companies relocate production to countries with less stringent emissions regulations, thereby increasing global emissions.

The initial phase of CBAM took effect on October 1, 2023, and is being piloted for high-emission sectors such as cement, fertilizers, iron and steel, aluminum, hydrogen, and electricity. The scope is expected to expand to additional sectors in the future.

The Q&A is from the online seminar "Greenhouse Gas Inventory Methodology under Vietnamese & International Law" organized by BVC on June 11, 2024.

Today, the demand for investment in new construction, mergers and acquisitions, and the transfer of real estate projects (include existing building or a greenfield land) are increasing. Such transactions often carry a huge amount of financial and technical risks.

Thus, it is not uncommon to see that one of the basic reasons leading to the failure of these transfer deals is the lack of information of the parties about the targeted building or infrastructure, which leads to unsecured technical construction, wrong investments, and massive amount of losses.

In the rapidly industrialising landscape of Vietnam, ensuring the safety and sustainability of operations has never been more critical. As companies expand and new facilities emerge, the potential for hazardous environments increases, bringing with it the risk of catastrophic incidents that can have devastating effects on people, property, and the environment. Hazardous area classification is not just a regulatory requirement; it is a crucial practice that safeguards lives and promotes operational efficiency. This process involves identifying and managing areas where explosive atmospheres may occur, thereby minimising the risk of explosions and fires.

As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, businesses in all industries must adapt to an ever-expanding digital connectivity. When it comes to building inspections, the future is being shaped by innovative technologies that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and safety.

The success, progress, and rapid adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have propelled technology like never before. These developments bring profound changes in the way companies operate and evolve, presenting manifold opportunities – as well as an array of risks. How can organizations set up structures capable of integrating safely and securely this powerful new tool? Bogdan Tobol, Global Product Manager for Cybersecurity at Bureau Veritas, explores this topic.

On this World Food Safety Day approaches, Laure-Anne Mathieu, Global Food Audit Manager with Bureau Veritas draws an overview of this essential aspect of human and economic life – highlighting the need for stringent standards and procedures.

From 1 October 2023, 27 European Union (EU) member countries will begin piloting carbon taxation on exported goods under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). In a dialogue with Business Forum Magazine by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Mr. Nguyen Viet Dung, Country Chief Executive of BV Vietnam, shares his perspective on CBAM as a policy tool for businesses in Vietnam.