ExtendMax won World Economic Magazine Award

EXTENDMAX – 02/02/2025 – ExtendMax Vietnam Co., Ltd. is proud to announce that we have been honored with the World Economic Magazine Award, receiving the title of Best Customs Consultancy Firm - Vietnam 2025. This marks another significant milestone, reaffirming ExtendMax's leading position and outstanding professionalism in supporting both domestic and international clients with customs procedures and compliance services.

International recognition for excellence

Founded in 2015 as a micro-enterprise, ExtendMax has rapidly grown to become a leading consultancy firm in Vietnam specializing in import-export consulting, customs procedures, and specialized licensing for IT products. Through continuous effort and innovation, ExtendMax has built a solid reputation for providing comprehensive solutions that meet the strict legal requirements of both domestic and international markets.

The Best Customs Consultancy Firm - Vietnam 2025 award from the World Economic Magazine Award is a testament to these achievements. The key services highly appreciated by clients, which contributed to this victory, include:

• Consulting for ICT conformity certification for ICT and telecommunications products.
• Importer of Record and Exporter of Record services for ICT products.
• Consulting on customs procedures and import-export documentation.
• Consulting on civil cryptography and cybersecurity licensing.
• EE performance testing and energy labeling declaration.
• Consulting on import licenses for printers and printing equipment.

>>> Read more: The list of World Economic Magazine 2025 Award winners

ExtendMax is not only renowned within the industry for its expertise in import-export consulting, customs procedures, and market access services but is also recognized as a globally capable consultancy. We provide comprehensive solutions, covering policy research, product classification, and the completion of legal procedures. Over the years, ExtendMax has played a vital role in several large-scale foreign investment projects in Vietnam, including:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) Data Center Projects: ExtendMax provided consulting services, obtained necessary licenses, and assisted AWS in importing IT equipment for their data centers in Vietnam, with a total import value reaching tens of millions of USD.

• Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien Metro Project in Ho Chi Minh City: ExtendMax has supported Hitachi, the main contractor, since 2017 in implementing this urban railway system. We assisted with conformity certification and the import of specialized control and communication systems for the metro project.

• LEGO’s Largest Factory Worldwide in Vietnam: ExtendMax served as the authorized importer for LEGO, handling the importation of civil cryptography equipment essential to the factory's IT systems and administrative operations. We also provided solutions for importing additional network equipment. The total import value for these shipments amounted to tens of millions of USD.

• Dung Quat Refinery Maintenance Project: ExtendMax acted as the authorized importer for a package of control equipment and provided consultancy on conformity certification for other IT equipment. This project was completed with remarkable speed, within just two weeks.

• ICT conformity certification consulting for leading global technology corporations such as Microsoft, Cisco, Lenovo, and Oppo, enabling these companies to continuously and successfully distribute their products in the Vietnamese market for many years.

These projects highlight ExtendMax’s expertise in managing complex legal regulations for large-scale, high-tech projects, ensuring timely execution and minimizing risks for clients.

Speaking on the occasion of receiving the award, Mr. Trần Thanh Phương, Founder and CEO of ExtendMax, shared:
"This award is not only a recognition of our efforts but also a motivation for ExtendMax to continue improving and innovating our services. We are committed to delivering the highest value to our clients by staying updated on legal regulations, applying project management technologies, and building a team of top experts in Vietnam."

In his message to partners and clients, Mr. Trần Thanh Phương emphasized:

"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners and clients for their trust and support throughout ExtendMax's development journey. Our success would not have been possible without this valuable collaboration. We look forward to continuing to be your reliable companion on the path to new achievements."

With a team of experienced experts and a strong commitment to client success, ExtendMax has made a significant impact in the import-export consulting industry and has been honored with numerous prestigious awards from both domestic and international organizations.

>>> Read more: ExtendMax's Hall of Fame

ExtendMax's Vision for Future Development

With a strategic vision, ExtendMax aims to become the leading provider of import-export consulting and product conformity certification services in the Asia-Pacific region by 2030. The company is actively exploring the expansion of its service portfolio, including:

• Foreign investment consulting for businesses seeking to expand their operations in Vietnam.
• Advanced training programs on legal procedures related to import-export and technical compliance for partners and potential clients.
• International collaboration to build a network of strategic partners, supporting global enterprises in accessing Asian markets.

ExtendMax is also committed to continuously researching and proposing innovative solutions to adapt to changing legal environments and global business trends. These efforts are crucial to maintaining a competitive advantage and delivering sustainable value to clients.

About the World Economic Magazine Award

The World Economic Magazine Award is one of the world’s most prestigious international awards, held annually by World Economic Magazine (headquartered in the United States) since 2018. This award attracts hundreds of leading global companies each year. Candidates are evaluated based on rigorous criteria, including innovation, service quality, and adaptability to global market trends. ExtendMax successfully outperformed numerous competitors to become the top import-export consulting and product conformity certification firm in Vietnam recognized by the award organizers.

In previous years, several organizations in Vietnam, such as Sacombank, Nam A Bank, MB Bank, VietinBank, and Bao Viet Securities, have also received this prestigious award.

According to the award's official website:

"The World Economic Magazine Inc. Awards celebrate the extraordinary achievements of global business leaders and organizations that exemplify innovation and exceptional leadership. These awards honor contributions across sectors such as finance, international trade, and sustainability, recognizing those who are actively shaping the future of the global economy."