05/12/2025
📍 MWIA Delegation at VietnamWood 2025 | 19–20 November 2025
MWIA recently concluded a productive two-day visit to VietnamWood 2025 - Vietnam’s premier woodworking technology exhibition. Featuring 287 booths from both local and international exhibitors, including country pavilions from Austria, Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Taiwan, the United States and more, the event showcased cutting-edge global capabilities and innovation.
Our delegation explored a comprehensive range of technologies spanning primary and secondary processing, modern surface finishing, biomass energy solutions, veneer and panel production lines, tooling, fittings, and advanced machinery for smart manufacturing.
Key trends observed:
✨ Rapid adoption of automation and robotics in sanding, CNC handling, machining and finishing
✨ Improvements in cutting efficiency, tooling innovation and machining precision
✨ Growth in thermal modification and advanced drying technologies
✨ Strong emphasis on biomass utilisation and circular-economy solutions
✨ Cleaner dust-control and air-quality systems
✨ Expanded international timber supply opportunities
MWIA will continue supporting our members through regional collaboration, technology advancement and knowledge exchange to enhance Malaysia’s global competitiveness.