The grand finale, held on July 12 at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH), showcased impressive performances and innovative automation solutions from talented young engineers.

MECA 2025 serves as a prestigious platform dedicated to nurturing and developing the capabilities of young engineers – the “green seeds” contributing to a sustainable society. The competition offered students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with Mitsubishi Electric’s state-of-the-art equipment, enabling them to transform theoretical knowledge into practical, high-value applications through the design and manufacturing of automation machines.

MECA 2025 – A Platform for Nurturing Vietnam’s Young Engineers

This year, teams were challenged to design machines that not only ensured efficiency but also optimized costs, addressing real business challenges. Beyond technical expertise, MECA 2025 also encouraged students to improve soft skills such as persuasive presentation and critical debate.

A highlight of the competition was the direct presentation of solutions before a judging panel comprising representatives from the Vietnam Automation Association (VAA), business leaders, and academia. This gave students the chance to receive direct evaluation and valuable feedback from top experts in the field.

A Journey of Passion and Excellence

After the preliminary rounds held across 14 leading universities in automation – including Hanoi University of Science and Technology (SEEE), Thuy Loi University (TLU), Thai Nguyen University of Technology (TNUT), Hung Yen University of Technology and Education (UTEHY), University of Transport and Communications (UTC), Hanoi University of Industry (HAUI), University of Science and Technology – The University of Danang (UD-DUT), Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE), Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City (IUH), Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU), Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH), Can Tho University (CTU), Tra Vinh University (TVU), and Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT) – 21 teams earned their places in the final round.

MECA 2025 brought together teams from 14 of Vietnam’s most prestigious universities in the field of automation

In the finale, all 21 teams presented and defended their automation projects directly before the judging panel. Their creativity, innovative ideas, and practical applicability left strong impressions, reaffirming the talent and potential of Vietnam’s young engineers.

21 finalist teams competed with strong teamwork, passion, and dedication

After intense competition, the Mitsubishi Electric Cup Automation 2025 crowned its champion: Team NexCore from Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City (IUH) with the project “Automatic Electronic Component Placement Machine Utilizing Surface Mount Technology (SMT).” 

Team NexCore from Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City (IUH) wins first prize with the project: “Automatic Electronic Component Placement Machine Utilizing Surface Mount Technology (SMT)”

Keys to Success

MECA 2025 successfully encouraged students to move beyond theory and aim for real-world innovation. The competition was not only a chance for students to apply creative thinking but also an opportunity for academic exchange among universities, thereby enhancing the quality of young engineering talent for Vietnam’s industrial sector.

Experts acknowledged MECA 2025 as an inspiring, creative, and groundbreaking platform – where young engineers demonstrated technical expertise while cultivating the essential skills needed to become future automation specialists.

Although MECA 2025 has concluded, the journey toward technological excellence for Vietnam’s young engineers continues. Mitsubishi Electric Vietnam is committed to accompanying the next generation, providing opportunities for talents to break through and shine in the future.