TKV Launches Group-Level Skilled Worker Competition for the 13th Time in 2026
The Vietnam Coal and Mineral Industries Group (TKV) has officially launched the 13th Group-Level Skilled Worker Competition in 2026, a significant event aimed at enhancing professional skills, promoting technical innovation initiatives, and fostering a learning culture throughout the entire system.
Initial Achievements of the Competition
As of the current date, 29 out of 31 affiliated units under TKV have successfully organized the skilled worker competition at the base level. This represents a commendable achievement, demonstrating the enthusiastic participation and commitment from all member units.
Expanded Scale of the Competition
The 2026 competition has a significantly larger scale compared to previous years. Specifically:
- Number of trades in the competition: 42 trades, an increase of 3 trades from the 2023 competition
- Total number of workers expected to participate at the base level: over 2,500 participants
- Number of participating units: 31 units across the entire Group
| Criteria | 2026 Figures | Comparison with 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of competition trades | 42 trades | 39 trades |
| Number of participating units | 31 units | 31 units |
| Number of participating workers | >2,500 workers | ~2,200 workers |
Purpose and Significance of the Competition
The 13th Group-Level Skilled Worker Competition in 2026 is not merely a skills competition but carries several important meanings:
- Promoting a spirit of creativity: Encouraging workers and officials to research and apply scientific and technical knowledge to practical production
- Improving human resource quality: Contributing to the training and development of skilled workers to meet the industry's development requirements
- Advancing a learning culture: Building a positive work environment where everyone continuously improves their knowledge and skills
- Solving practical problems: Creating a forum for workers to share technical improvement solutions and enhance labor productivity
Competition Organization Plan
The competition is organized across three levels:
- Base level: Completed at 29/31 units
- Group level: Scheduled for Q2/2026
- Industry and national level: Selecting outstanding candidates to participate in higher-level competitions
To ensure fairness and objectivity, the competition implements strict evaluation criteria, including:
- Professional knowledge
- Practical skills
- Speed and accuracy
- Occupational safety
- Creativity in problem-solving
Importance for the Development of the Coal and Mineral Industry
Mr. Nguyen Van Bien, Head of the Competition Organizing Committee, stated: "The skilled worker competition is the most important annual activity of TKV, not only to honor outstanding individuals but also to contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of the entire Group in the context of Industry 4.0."
According to the plan, the most outstanding skilled workers from the group-level competition will be selected to participate in industry and national competitions, helping to promote the image of Vietnam's coal and mineral industry on the international stage.
Conclusion
The 13th Group-Level Skilled Worker Competition in 2026 promises to be a successful event that continues to affirm the "veteran - skilled worker" tradition of Vietnam's coal and mineral industry. This competition not only provides an opportunity for skilled workers to demonstrate their talents but also serves as an important driving force for digital transformation, modernization of production, and improvement of labor productivity throughout the entire TKV system.