NSRP Media Connect 2026: Fostering dialogue and building stronger media partnerships

On October 2, 2026, at the Nghi Son Economic Zone in Thanh Hoa Province, Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical LLC (NSRP) hosted NSRP Media Connect 2026, bringing together more than 50 journalists, editors, and media representatives from nearly 40 domestic and international news organizations. As NSRP’s first dedicated media engagement program, the event reflected the Company’s commitment to transparency, open communication, and long-term collaboration with the media community.

NSRP Media Connect 2026

The program welcomed representatives from leading media organizations, including VTV, VOV, Vietnam News Agency, Nhan Dan, Thanh Hoa Radio and Television (TTV), Hanoi Radio and Television, as well as major digital and business media platforms such as VnExpress, Dan Tri, Tuoi Tre, Tien Phong, VietnamPlus, VietNamNet, Vietnam News, Lao Dong, VietnamFinance, CafeF, and CafeBiz. Industry publications, including Cong Thuong and PetroTimes, attended alongside international media agencies such as Reuters, Bloomberg, and Nikkei Asia.

The event began with a guided tour of the Nghi Son Refinery, offering participants a first-hand view of one of Vietnam’s largest and most advanced refinery and petrochemical complexes. The visit provided valuable insights into NSRP’s operational excellence, production optimization efforts, and commitment to environmental stewardship.

The delegates participated in the NSRP site tour

Following the site tour, participants joined an interactive dialogue session with NSRP leadership. The open exchange provided an opportunity to discuss the Company’s business performance, future development priorities, and contributions to Vietnam’s energy security.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Kazutaka Yamato, General Director of NSRP, expressed appreciation for the continued support of the media. He emphasized the important role of the press in delivering accurate and balanced information to the public, while serving as a bridge between businesses and society. He noted that the program was designed not only to share updates on NSRP’s operations but also to foster mutual understanding and strengthen collaboration with media partners.

During the business update session, Mr. Le Nguyen Quoc Vinh, Refinery General Manager, highlighted NSRP’s performance during the first eight months of 2026. Despite continued volatility in the global energy market, the refinery maintained safe and stable operations with an average CDU utilization rate of 110.9%, processing approximately 7.3 million tons of crude oil and producing 5.6 million tons of petroleum products.

Mr. Le Nguyen Quoc Vinh, Refinery General Manager, provides an overview of the Nghi Son Refinery

During the same period, NSRP recorded estimated revenue of VND 185.5 trillion, contributed approximately VND 18 trillion to the state budget, and achieved an estimated after-tax profit of VND 14 trillion, marking the Company’s first profitable year since commencing commercial operations.

Since start-up in late 2018, NSRP has processed approximately 78.5 million tons of crude oil and supplied more than 52.8 million tons of petroleum products to the domestic market, reinforcing its role as a key contributor to Vietnam’s energy security.

Looking ahead, NSRP aims to maintain safe, reliable, and flexible operations through the remainder of 2026, targeting an average CDU utilization rate of around 125%. The Company plans to produce nearly 3.6 million tons of products, generate approximately VND 97.3 trillion in revenue, deliver an estimated VND 11.7 trillion in after-tax profit, and contribute around VND 6.9 trillion to the state budget.

A key highlight of the program was the media Q&A session, during which journalists engaged directly with NSRP leadership on topics ranging from crude oil diversification and fuel supply security to environmental performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth strategy. The candid and constructive dialogue provided participants with deeper insight into both NSRP’s operations and the evolving landscape of Vietnam’s refining and petrochemical industry.

A Q&A session between journalists and NSRP’s leadership team

Media representatives commended NSRP for creating a meaningful platform for engagement and information sharing. The opportunity to visit the refinery, interact directly with management, and discuss industry developments helped strengthen mutual understanding and support more informed coverage of both NSRP and the wider energy sector.

As its inaugural edition, NSRP Media Connect 2026 received positive feedback from participating media organizations and laid the foundation for a regular engagement platform between NSRP and the press. The success of the event reaffirmed the Company’s commitment to transparency, constructive dialogue, and collaborative partnerships that support Vietnam’s energy security and sustainable development ambitions.