Hanoi(PinionNewswire) — Hanoi, Vietnam – October 08, 2025 – ExtendMax Vietnam Company Limited has been honored as the winner of the People’s Choice Stevie® Award for Favorite Companies at the 2025 International Business Awards® (IBA). This special recognition, determined entirely by public votes from the global business community, reflects the deep trust and satisfaction clients place in ExtendMax’s legal consulting and compliance services.

This year’s People’s Choice Stevie Awards attracted more than 177,000 votes worldwide. ExtendMax stood out as the only Vietnamese company to win a People’s Choice Stevie Award at IBA 2025, surpassing numerous international players. According to the organizers, winners will be recognized at the official awards gala on October 10, 2025, in Lisbon, Portugal.

The People’s Choice win comes in the same year ExtendMax made history as the first Vietnamese company to receive a Grand Stevie Award, the highest honor in the prestigious Stevie Awards program. Its winning entry, titled “Pioneering End-to-End IOR/EOR Services in Vietnam’s Compliance Market,” highlights the company’s innovative Importer/Exporter of Record service model integrating technology, legal expertise, and logistics. This model has enabled multinational corporations to enter and operate in the Vietnamese market efficiently, lawfully, and with full regulatory compliance—marking a groundbreaking contribution to the B2B service sector across the Asia-Pacific region.

Over its ten-year journey, ExtendMax has demonstrated outstanding legal expertise through numerous complex projects. One notable example is its collaboration with Cisco, a global technology leader. Cisco needed to import network equipment for its office in Bac Ninh, Vietnam, but faced legal and technical barriers involving encryption-enabled IT devices and wireless connectivity. ExtendMax acted as the Importer of Record, managing the entire process—from import licensing, Type Approval certification, to customs clearance—ensuring full legal compliance and timely delivery. The project allowed Cisco to complete its network infrastructure in Vietnam efficiently, avoiding the need to establish a local legal entity while minimizing both time and compliance risks.

Another project that underscores ExtendMax’s legal expertise and regulatory mastery is the $1.6B Quang Trach 1 Thermal Power Plant, a national-scale energy project led by the Hyundai Engineering & Construction consortium as the EPC contractor. The project required the importation of sophisticated IT equipment for the control, monitoring, and management systems of the power plant—equipment classified under Vietnam’s civil cryptography and cybersecurity regulations, strictly supervised by the Government Cipher Committee and the Ministry of Information and Communications. ExtendMax was chosen as the legal consulting and IOR partner, handling every stage of the process—from advising on import conditions and preparing license applications to conformity testing, customs clearance, and tax procedures. With its deep understanding of Vietnam’s regulatory framework and extensive practical experience, ExtendMax successfully facilitated the importation and clearance of multiple high-value IT shipments, ensuring both legal compliance and adherence to construction schedules. The company’s contribution not only guaranteed regulatory compliance for HDEC but also supported the timely progress of this strategic national energy project.

Mr. Tran Thanh Phuong, Founder and CEO of ExtendMax, stated:
“2025 marks a historic turning point for ExtendMax. The Grand Stevie Award recognizes our innovation in integrating technology, legal, and logistics expertise, while the People’s Choice Stevie Award reflects the trust and appreciation from our clients and the global business community. Together, these awards prove that a Vietnamese company can lead globally in both technical excellence and customer trust.”

Beyond awards and recognition, ExtendMax’s authority in Vietnam’s compliance and legal consulting sector is built on its deep expertise and continuous contribution to industry knowledge. The company’s consultants hold advanced certifications in conformity assessment and import licensing, and frequently participate in policy dialogues with government authorities and the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry. ExtendMax also reinforces its thought leadership by regularly publishing in-depth analytical articles on its official website, providing businesses with practical insights into Vietnam’s evolving regulatory landscape. This commitment to knowledge-sharing, combined with strong relationships with regulators and hands-on experience, has positioned ExtendMax as the most trusted compliance advisor for global technology firms operating in Vietnam.

This trust is also reflected in hundreds of five-star reviews on its Google Business profile from clients worldwide who consistently praise ExtendMax’s transparency, professionalism, and efficiency in handling complex compliance and legal procedures. With the People’s Choice Stevie Award, that satisfaction has now been elevated to global recognition.

As ExtendMax celebrates its 10th anniversary, winning both the Grand Stevie Award and the People’s Choice Stevie Award in the same year cements its status as a pioneer in Vietnam’s legal and compliance consulting industry. The achievement signifies more than corporate success—it represents a new chapter for Vietnamese enterprises asserting their credibility and capability on the international stage.

About ExtendMax

Founded in 2015, ExtendMax Vietnam Company Limited is a leading consulting firm specializing in product conformity certification, energy labeling, import licensing for civil cryptography and cybersecurity equipment, and IOR/EOR services. By integrating technology, legal expertise, and logistics, ExtendMax has become a trusted partner for global corporations such as Cisco, Lenovo, Arista, and HPE, supporting their compliant and efficient market entry into Vietnam. With numerous international accolades, including the 2025 Grand Stevie Award and People’s Choice Stevie Award, ExtendMax continues to set the benchmark for professional excellence and regulatory integrity in Vietnam’s business landscape.