Throughout the event, participating exhibitors can be seen introducing their various technologies such as electronic cash registers, cash management systems, store furniture, equipment, e-commerce platforms and solutions, along with management consulting services.

With regard to the franchising field, Ms. Nguyen Phi Van, president of Retail and Franchise Asia, noted that the exhibition focuses on a vast range of fields, including food and beverage, health and beauty, fashion, retail and wholesale, and startups.

Most notably, along with a number of franchise models such as E Coffee of Trung Nguyen and TORO, the GS25 brand is marking its first launch of franchise model in Vietnam.

Along with the VIETRF 2019, the Coffee, Tea & Bakery Expo 2019 opened on the same day in HCM City, putting a variety of products on display. The expo is hosting a range of cutting-edge technologies, products, and services from the coffee industry and other related items from famous domestic and international brands.

This year marks the fourth time that the event has been held in Vietnam, with 80 exhibitors from eight countries participating in this year’s occasion, putting their products on display across 20

Businesses showcased the latest machinery from the coffee and tea sector, whilst also providing firms with the opportunity to expand their operations worldwide.

In adition, business owners will be given the opportunity to seek high-quality products, while firms will have the chance to meet and co-operate with potential partners.

A number of competitions will be running during the event including the Vietnam Super Barista Competition 2019 and the International Coffee Roast Master Championship 2019. 

Both expos are set to last until November 2.