Viet Uc welcomes hundreds of international experts and major buyers in Ca Mau

The Shrimp Summit 2023 is a major international conference held for the first time in Vietnam, with the participation of hundreds of guests who are experts and major buyers in the world, co-organized by the Center for Responsible Seafood (TCRS), the Global Seafood Alliance (GSA), and the Department of Fisheries. In order to help international friends better understand the situation of aquaculture and seafood processing in Vietnam and open up many opportunities in the future, the delegation organized a field trip to visit aquaculture farms in Ca Mau. In which, the Ca Mau Viet Uc High-Tech Shrimp Breeding Complex was the first stop of the delegation.

In the closed value chain segments, the seed segment plays an important role and is the initial foundation to help a farming season go smoothly and successfully. Through the tour program and listening to the sharing, the delegation was extremely impressed with the investment in superior technology applied to produce high-quality shrimp seeds of Viet Uc.

After the visit, Dr. George Chamberlain – Chairman of the Center for Responsible Seafood (TCRS) commented: “This is the best seed production area in the world that I have ever known”
In particular, he was very impressed with the investment in technology of Viet Uc, specifically the fully automatic pinnacle water treatment plant and modern water treatment technologies, from ozone sterilization, antibacterial sand filtration, high-intensity ultraviolet sterilization system to completely eliminate pathogens, ensuring a clean water source for shrimp larvae to develop.

In addition, the members of the delegation are scientific experts and large buyers in the world. They shared that although they have been to many places, for them this is one of the seed production areas with very careful and methodical investment for the entire process: From water source to nutrition source (algae, arteria), quality control center, testing all pathogens… That is also the reason why Viet Uc shrimp seed has always maintained its leading position for over 20 years.

These are also the efforts of the Group to help international friends see the outstanding development and always aim for sustainable values ​​of the Vietnamese shrimp industry, not only in the seed sector but also for the remaining sectors from parent shrimp, commercial shrimp, to the output of perfect shrimp to domestic and foreign consumers. Hopefully, the efforts and determination of Viet Uc will contribute to raising the brand of Vietnamese Shrimp in the eyes of international friends.

The delegation listened to the sharing at the hall for the orientation “For a Sustainable High-Tech Vietnamese Shrimp Industry”
Learn about Artemia Production Area
Dr. George Chamberlain – President of the Center for Responsible Seafood (TCRS) highly appreciated the Viet Uc seed production process.
Close-up look at Viet Uc high-tech shrimp breed

For over 20 years, Viet Uc has been the leading group in the shrimp breeding sector. Up to now, the group has expanded its scale, not only in the shrimp breeding, commercial shrimp, feed, processing sectors but also in the tra fish sector. Viet Uc is proud of its 17 companies stretching from the South to the North. Especially in Ca Mau, where there are many favorable natural conditions for the development of the shrimp industry. With the strategic orientation of For a Sustainable High-Tech Vietnamese Shrimp Industry, in which the group focuses on the value of Sustainability in each sector of the closed value chain. This is the key to help the industry develop and contribute to enhancing the position and value of Vietnamese Shrimp.

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Mr. Seokhee Won

Independent Member of the Board of Directors

Mr. Seokhee Won is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in international business, currently serving as President and CEO of APAC & Europe for Global Food Business Division – CJ CheilJedang.

He is known for his ability to exceed performance targets, expand global markets, develop brands and optimize operations at minimal cost. He is regarded by his peers as a thorough, pragmatic and trustworthy expert in delivering sustainable and profitable business results.

Mr. Luong Peter Chuong

Member of the Board of Directors
Investment Strategy Development

Mr. Luong Peter Chuong is a multidisciplinary expert with extensive experience in strategic management, business development, and international startups. He currently serves as a Board Member and Investment Strategy Lead at Viet Uc Seafood Group, where he plays a key role in planning growth strategies, expanding into international markets, and strengthening the Group’s competitive capabilities.

Before joining Viet Uc, Mr. Peter accumulated over a decade of leadership experience in technology and investment companies across Australia, Singapore, and Vietnam. He was a managing partner at 3 Comma Capital Group – an investment firm focused on high-potential startup models – and also served as a board member for Australian companies such as Roll’d Australia and VTPA Group.

Throughout his career, Mr. Peter has demonstrated outstanding ability in team building, executing effective market expansion campaigns, and fostering regional investment networks. His international strategic mindset, adaptive leadership style, and constant drive for innovation have defined Mr. Lương Peter Chuong’s leadership, making a strong contribution to Viet Uc’s journey toward regional and global prominence.

Mr. Ton That De

Member of the Board of Director
Chief Excecutive Officer of Viet Uc Seafood Group

Mr. Ton That De is currently a core member of the Board of Directors and General Director of Viet Uc Seafood Group. He leads the Viet Uc’s development and growth strategy through a closed shrimp value chain model and an expansion orientation to the international market.

Under his leadership, Viet Uc has continuously brought quality products and services to both farmers and consumers, with the vision of making Vietnam a global leader in clean and sustainable shrimp production.

With more than 25 years of experience in operations and strategy development in the fields of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), food & beverage (F&B) and agriculture, Mr. Ton That De has held many senior leadership positions at multinational and domestic corporations such as Unilever, Coca-Cola, Masan Consumer and Nova Consumer Group. In particular, he plays a key role in building business strategies, designing breakthrough models – typically the “Farm-to-Table” model, perfecting and developing the organizational structure, and optimizing operations. His leadership style is always associated with sustainable growth in revenue and profit, while creating real value for customers and contributing to the long-term success of the business.

Mr. Luong Thanh Van

Chairman & Founder of Viet Uc Seafood Group

Mr. Luong Thanh Van is the quintessential self-made entrepreneur — a visionary with relentless ambition, sharp strategic thinking, and a pioneering spirit. Starting from zero in Australia, he launched his first business in the garment industry and later pivoted successfully into photo development, eventually becoming one of the most successful Vietnamese entrepreneurs abroad. His landmark acquisition of Kodak’s operations — including a 6,000-agent network and $50 million in annual revenue — stands as a testament to his ability to turn bold visions into reality.

Despite his overseas success, Mr. Van always harbored a deep desire to return to Vietnam and contribute to its growth. In the early 2000s, he took on a new challenge in a completely unfamiliar field — aquaculture — and founded Viet Uc Seafood Group. Driven by the mission to elevate Vietnam’s shrimp industry to global standards, he brought with him world-class knowledge, experience, and unwavering determination.

He spearheaded the establishment of Vietnam’s first and only broodstock shrimp breeding program, enabling the country to produce high-quality shrimp seed stock, reduce dependence on imports, and enhance national competitiveness. His philosophy is clear: in any sector he enters, the goal is not just to lead the market, but to create value that elevates the entire industry.

With the mindset that “Only when farmers succeed, do we truly succeed,” he has heavily invested in research, technology, and a fully integrated shrimp value chain. Under his leadership, Viet Uc has grown to become a dominant force in shrimp seed production and a pioneer in sustainable aquaculture — edging Vietnam closer to becoming a top global shrimp exporter.

As Chairman, Van has guided Viet Uc Seafood Corporation to build a comprehensive aquaculture ecosystem with nearly 2,000 employees, holding over 30% market share in shrimp seed. The group continues to pursue its mission of “Elevating Vietnamese Shrimp” — pushing the industry forward through technology, innovation, and sustainable development.

More than just a business leader, Mr. Luong Thanh Van is a passionate industry steward, driven by the belief that:

“Vietnam’s shrimp industry can master technology, elevate its position, and leave a mark on the global aquaculture map.”

Mr. Ma Tung

Member of the Board of Directors
Deputy General Director of Technology Development

Mr. Ma Tung is currently a core member of the Board of Directors, and Senior Vice President of Research and Development, Technology & Quality of Viet Uc Seafood Group.

He is a passionate technology leader who always takes logical thinking and passion for discovery as a compass to realize vision and lead all technological innovations. He has the ability to turn leading technologies into proprietary assets that bring value to the business, contributing significantly to the journey of making Viet Uc a pioneer in the shrimp industry.

With more than 30 years of experience in the field of engineering and production at many domestic and foreign corporations, Mr. Ma Tung has made outstanding contributions in technology transfer, building operating systems, and developing organizational capacity. He made a special mark at Viet Uc Group as a pioneer in researching and applying advanced water treatment technologies, standardizing shrimp seed production processes, and implementing the first shrimp parent selection program in Vietnam – the foundation that helped Viet Uc lead the high-tech shrimp seed industry.

Mr. Nigel Philip Preston

Independent Member of the Board of Directors

Dr Nigel Preston is a leading expert in aquaculture with over 25 years of international experience. He has held roles as Director General of WorldFish and ISC Chair of the Fish Research Program (FISH CRP), as well as numerous leadership positions at CSIRO – Australia.

With over 90 publications, he has made extensive contributions to the ecology, genetics, nutrition and environmental management of aquatic species. He is currently a Visiting Professor at the University of Queensland and holds a PhD in Marine Biology from the University of Sydney.

Mr. Le Quang Minh

Member of the Board of Directors
Deputy General Director of Finance & Information Technology

Mr. Le Quang Minh is currently a member of the Board of Directors and Deputy General Director of Finance and Information Technology of Viet Uc Seafood Group.

He is a veteran financial and auditing expert with more than 20 years of experience in domestic and multinational corporations, Big 4 – including Deloitte and especially the position of Partner at Ernst & Young Vietnam – the pinnacle of the auditing industry with sharp strategic thinking.

Having held many senior management roles, he has directly built and operated internal control systems, planned financial systems, advised on IPOs and mobilized international capital for many large enterprises such as Khang Dien, Hung Thinh, and companies listed on HOSE.