From January 1, 2026, much Vietnam's new logistics policy It will officially take effect, marking a significant shift from the traditional management model to Data-driven governance, standards, and transparency.
These changes have a direct impact on transportation, warehousing, customs, and the entire supply chain., forcing logistics and import/export businesses to adjust the operating model Otherwise, you risk compliance issues, operational disruptions, and loss of competitive advantage.
Managing transportation and drivers using electronic data.
From January 1, 2026, according to the direction of Road Traffic Law (amended) and related guidelines, the State is shifting strongly towards the model. electronic data-driven transportation management.
Accordingly, transport businesses must:
- Gradually replace paper documents. by electronic transport order
- Real-time vehicle tracking, ensuring transparency regarding the route, timeline, and safety of the operation.
Remarkable, Operational data is no longer internal data. Instead, it must connect and share information with the state management system to serve inspection, auditing, and statistical work.
👉 In this context, investment Transportation Management System (TMS)Standardize driver-vehicle-trip data. no longer an option, which became mandatory conditions for businesses:
- Maintain stable operation
- Scale up
- Avoid legal risks as logistics policies move into the data-driven governance phase.
Green logistics policies and emission standards
In parallel with digital transformation, green logistics identified by the Government as Key policy pillars for the period 2026–2030, linked to the goal of sustainable development and enhancing national competitiveness.
This orientation is clearly demonstrated in:
- Vietnam's Logistics Development Strategy 2025–2035
- Guidelines on logistics infrastructure development "Green - Digital - Smart"
Key requirements include:
- Emission regulations for ships, in accordance with international standards and port conditions
- Road vehicle emission control, gradually tightening environmental standards
- Conditions for operating the vehicle, in which vehicles that do not meet the standards may be restricted or removed from the market.
👉 For logistics and import/export businesses, Does not meet emission standards. This affects not only domestic operations but also reduced ability to participate in global supply chains, especially with EU and US routes and multinational corporations.
Standardizing warehouses and logistics centers.
From 2026 onwards, logistics will no longer be managed purely from a logistical perspective. physical infrastructure, which is placed in Data standardization framework and operational reportingThe state directs development. multi-functional logistics centers, closely linked to modern supply chain management.
Accordingly, a logistics warehouse needs to meet the following requirements:
- Multifunctional warehouse model: storage, distribution, processing of e-commerce and import/export
- Attach operational data, allowing for retrieval, monitoring, and evaluation of effectiveness.
- Periodic report, serving state management and connecting the logistics ecosystem
👉 Businesses Non-standardized logistics will encounter limitations in:
- Expand services
- Connecting with major partners
- Participating in supply chains requires a high level of data transparency.
Digital customs and electronic documents are mandatory.
Another fundamental change from January 1, 2026, is that Promoting digital customs and mandating the use of electronic documents. in import and export activities.
According to Circular 113/2025/TT-BTC of the Ministry of FinanceThe entire process:
- Establish
- Release
- Managing documents for collecting and paying customs taxes and fees.
transferred electronic form and Directly linked to the national customs and tax system..
Types of documents such as eBL, eDO, electronic logistics documents will gradually replacing the traditional paper method, aiming to:
- Shorten customs clearance time.
- Reduce processing costs.
- Synchronize data between customs, tax, and logistics.
For logistics and import/export businesses, this It's not just a change in the form of the document., which is Changes in how the government manages the flow of goods and money..
👉 IT systems and accounting/logistics software need sufficient connectivity capabilities, while Personnel must be trained. To process, store, and reconcile electronic documents according to the new standard.
What should logistics businesses do to adapt from 2026 onwards?
In the context of logistics policy entering a new phase... Digitalization – Greening – StandardizationBusinesses need:
- Review again operating model and IT system
- Standardization transportation – warehousing – documentation
- Proactive data connectivity and compliance with new standards
Vietsun Partnering with logistics and import/export businesses in:
- Consulting on operating models suitable for the new policy.
- Providing international transportation, warehousing, and logistics solutions that meet digital and green standards.
- Business support Reduce compliance risks, optimize costs, and enhance competitiveness.
👉 Contact Vietsun today! To prepare for the logistics 2026 era – one that is more transparent, more digitized, and more sustainable.
