Quacontrol Shines at the 2026 Youth Creativity Contest
In the context of the rapid digital transformation across all sectors, young professionals in Vietnam's coal and mining industry have continuously strived to innovate and apply technology to practical work. At the 2026 Youth Creativity Contest organized by the Quang Ninh Coal Youth Union, the Youth Union of Quacontrol Joint Stock Company - a subsidiary of Vinacomin Inspection Joint Stock Company - has made an outstanding impression with a digital transformation model combining artificial intelligence (AI) with high practical value, opening up new directions for the coal quality inspection industry.
The 2026 Youth Creativity Contest - A Premier Intellectual Arena
Implemented according to Plan No. 11 KH DTQN dated April 24, 2026 of the Quang Ninh Coal Youth Union, the 2026 Youth Creativity Contest brought together hundreds of outstanding projects and initiatives from young people of member units of Vietnam Coal and Mineral Industries Group (Vinacomin). This marks the fifth time the contest has been organized, affirming its position as a prestigious intellectual platform that honors the creative spirit and daring mindset of the coal industry's youth.
The 2026 contest, themed "Digital Transformation - Innovation - Sustainable Development," attracted 156 participating projects, of which 45 outstanding projects were selected for presentation at the final round. The projects covered various fields including information technology application, automation, energy saving, environmental protection, and production efficiency enhancement.
Quacontrol - A Leader in Digital Transformation in the Inspection Industry
Quacontrol Joint Stock Company, a subsidiary of Vinacomin Group, operates in the field of coal and mineral quality inspection. With decades of experience in the industry, Quacontrol has established itself as Vietnam's leading inspection unit, meeting international standards. In recent years, Quacontrol has pioneered the application of technology into inspection activities, from digitizing processes to building big data analysis systems. Participating and achieving high results at the 2026 Youth Creativity Contest is a clear testament to the unit's digital transformation efforts.
Quacontrol's AI-Powered Digital Transformation Model
At the contest's final round, Quacontrol's Youth Union presented the "Smart Inspection System Combined with AI - QuaSmart AI" model - a comprehensive solution to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in coal quality inspection work.
The QuaSmart AI model is built on a modern technology platform, combining IoT sensors, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence. The system enables:
- Automatic data collection from multiple inspection points
- Real-time coal quality analysis with high accuracy
- Forecasting trends in coal quality variations
- Optimization of inspection processes, reducing implementation time by 40%
- Provision of intuitive, transparent, and traceable inspection reports
According to Mr. Nguyen Van A, Head of IT Department at Quacontrol and team leader of the model implementation: "QuaSmart AI is not just a regular inspection support tool, but an intelligent consulting system capable of providing process optimization recommendations based on historical data analysis and market trends. This model has been piloted at 3 coal washing plants and has shown significant results."
Key Features of the Model
| Feature | Description | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| IoT Sensor System | Smart sensor network collecting coal quality data at multiple points | Continuous data collection, minimizing manual intervention |
| Big Data Analytics | Processing and analyzing large volumes of inspection data in real-time | Early detection of anomalies, timely warnings |
| Artificial Intelligence | AI algorithms learning from historical data to forecast and provide advice | Increased inspection accuracy, reduced errors |
| Intuitive Interface | Visual dashboard displaying data in graphical format | Easy monitoring, management, and decision-making |
Achievements and Awards Received
At the final round held on May 20, 2026 in Ha Long City, Quang Ninh, Quacontrol's QuaSmart AI model made a strong impression on the judging panel and participating units. With high feasibility, proven effectiveness, and broad application potential, the model excellently won the First Prize of the entire contest.
In addition to the highest award, QuaSmart AI also received the Special Organizing Committee Award for applying high technology in industrial production and the Audience Choice Award. This is an admirable achievement, affirming the position of Quacontrol's youth and the Quang Ninh coal industry in embracing the Industry 4.0 revolution.
Significance and Impact of the Achievement
The achievement at the 2026 Youth Creativity Contest holds several important significances:
- Affirming creative capabilities: The success of QuaSmart AI demonstrates the continuous creative capacity of Quacontrol's and Vinacomin's youth in applying technology to practical situations.
- Promoting digital transformation: The model will serve as a benchmark for other units in the industry to learn from, promoting comprehensive digital transformation.
- Enhancing competitiveness: The application of advanced technology helps Quacontrol improve service quality and strengthen competitiveness in the international market.
- Development orientation: This success opens up a new direction for the coal inspection industry - a traditional field but facing significant transformation opportunities through technology.
According to Ms. Tran Thi B, Deputy General Director of Quacontrol: "We are very proud of the achievement of Quacontrol's youth. The QuaSmart AI model is not just a technology product, but also a testament to the innovative thinking and daring mindset of our young team. Quacontrol commits to continue investing in developing this model and expanding its application to other units in the industry."
Future Vision
Building on the success at the 2026 Youth Creativity Contest, Quacontrol has proposed a plan to widely deploy the QuaSmart AI model to all inspection units throughout Vinacomin Group. By the end of 2027, the model is expected to be applied at all coal washing plants and coal export terminals of Vinacomin.
In addition, the research team is developing an upgraded version of QuaSmart AI with new features such as:
- Integration with blockchain to ensure transparency and immutability of inspection data
- Development of an early warning system for coal quality variations
- Integration with Vinacomin's overall quality management system
- Development of a mobile application for accessing inspection data anytime, anywhere
Conclusion
Quacontrol's success at the 2026 Youth Creativity Contest is not only a source of pride for the unit but also a testament to the strong transformation of Vietnam's coal and mining industry in the context of the Industry 4.0 revolution. With the QuaSmart AI model, Quacontrol's youth has demonstrated their intelligence, creativity, and aspiration to contribute, helping to bring Vietnam's coal inspection industry to the same level as regional and international countries.
In the coming years, Quacontrol will continue to affirm its pioneering position in digital transformation, not only in the coal inspection sector but also by expanding to other fields, contributing to the successful implementation of Vietnam's national digital transformation strategy and sustainable development of the coal and mining industry.