UK Summer Festival 2025 – The 48-Hour Journey Through Storms with HMS Richmond

In September 2025, at Nha Rong Harbor in Ho Chi Minh City, the UK Summer Festival 2025 came to life in a vibrant atmosphere, marking the visit of the UK Royal Navy frigate HMS Richmond and celebrating the 15th anniversary of the UK–Vietnam Strategic Partnership.

Hosted by the British Embassy in Vietnam, the event brought together distinguished guests, government representatives, and leaders from both nations in a setting that was elegant, modern, and full of emotion.

Delegates and military officers salute during the UK Summer Festival 2025

A large number of guests, delegates, and defence representatives attend the opening ceremony of the UK Summer Festival 2025

Light, Technology and Connection – The Highlight of HMS Richmond Mapping Show

A key highlight of the program was the spectacular projection mapping performance on HMS Richmond, where British innovation met Vietnamese artistry.
Hundreds of guests at Nha Rong Harbor witnessed a breathtaking visual story unfolding across the ship’s hull, depicting 15 years of cooperation between the United Kingdom and Vietnam, a symbolic milestone of friendship and progress.

Behind the Light – 48 Sleepless Hours of QMK Group

Few people know that to deliver such perfection, the QMK Group team worked tirelessly for 48 consecutive hours under unpredictable weather and strict security protocols. Every structure, every light cable, every stage detail was executed with precision and teamwork.

QMK Group staff working tirelessly on setup to ensure every component of the UK – Viet Nam Summer Festival 2025 was delivered on schedule

Some team members stood by the harbor through the night to supervise construction, others constantly coordinated with the client to adapt plans in real time, while the rest kept the team’s spirit high amid rain and pressure.

Together, they shared one belief:

“Rain or shine, the show must go on – because this is our pride.”

QMK Group personnel on-site at the UK – Vietnam Summer Festival 2025

A Journey of Pushing Limits

For QMK Group, every project is more than a task. It is a journey to challenge limits, embrace uncertainty, and turn vision into reality.
The UK Summer Festival 2025 was not only a diplomatic celebration but also a testament to the dedication of those behind the scenes, the event professionals who bring moments to life despite the wind, rain, and challenges of Saigon nights.

QMK Group – Event Beyond Expectation

Proudly accompanying the British Embassy in Vietnam in celebrating the 15th anniversary of the UK–Vietnam Strategic Partnership, QMK Group continues to affirm its role as a trusted partner in international event management, where every detail is crafted with passion, precision, and perseverance.