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ACV to invest 1 trillion VND to upgrade Vinh International Airport

The investment will fund the expansion and renovation of the airport apron, allowing it to accommodate nine Code C aircraft.

Explosives found in teen’s bag at Da Nang Airport

Further checks using an explosive detection system confirmed the presence of nitrate-based explosives (NH4NO3), commonly used in industrial and improvised explosives.

Phu Quoc airport to see major upgrades, targeting 18 million passengers by 2050

Phu Quoc airport is set for a major expansion, increasing capacity to 10 million passengers per year by 2030 and 18 million by 2050.

PM pushes for fastest road linking Gia Binh airport with Hanoi

PM Pham Minh Chính highlighted the urgent need for an additional dual-use airport in the Red River Delta, a key economic engine of northern Vietnam with Hanoi at its centre.

Vinh Airport expansion plan targets 8 million passengers annually by 2030

The Ministry of Transport has approved the master plan for Vinh International Airport, upgrading it to a 4E-class airport with increased capacity for both passengers and cargo.

New railway to link Gia Binh Airport with Hanoi’s transportation network

Hanoi and Bac Ninh authorities have finalized a proposal for a 49.52 km railway connecting Gia Binh Airport to the heart of Hanoi, aligning with long-term urban planning.

State council established to evaluate adjustments to Long Thanh Airport project

Long Thanh International Airport is a key national project with strategic significance for Vietnam’s economic development.

Government pushes for rapid investment in Chu Lai Airport

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged Quang Nam to move forward with the socialization of Chu Lai Airport and Quang Nam Seaport, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure in driving economic growth.

Noi Bai employee discovers and returns lost gold and cash during Tet shifts

A trolley service worker at Noi Bai International Airport has been praised for her honesty after discovering and returning two separate cases of lost valuables, including gold and cash, during the busy Tet travel period.

The untold stories of Noi Bai Airport’s silent guardians

At Noi Bai International Airport, a dedicated team of security staff watches over 1,000 cameras, working tirelessly to ensure safety and assist passengers in finding lost items.

Long Thanh Airport project fast-tracked for earlier completion

The Ministry of Transport has directed Vietnam Airports Corporation (ACV) to accelerate the construction of Long Thanh International Airport’s essential infrastructure, targeting completion by December 2025.

Major Long Thanh airport packages unlikely to meet 2025 deadline

Key construction packages for Long Thanh International Airport’s Component 3 project face delays, with completion by December 31, 2025, deemed unlikely due to material shortages, skilled labor constraints, and complex interdependencies.

Da Nang Airport first in country to introduce fast track service fee in 2025

The service fee for using the priority lane is set at VNĐ100,000 (US$4) per passenger, excluding VAT.

Public Security Ministry prepared to build airport in Bac Ninh

The Mobile Police Command under the Ministry of Public Security recently held a conference to review and implement plans for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Gia Binh Airport Construction Project in Bac Ninh province, northern Vietnam.

Long Thanh and Tan Son Nhat airports to be linked by high-speed rail

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed studies on a rail or metro connection between Long Thanh and Tan Son Nhat airports to ensure fast and efficient travel.

Three key projects to boost capacity at Da Nang International Airport

Da Nang International Airport is set to expand with investments exceeding 5.6 trillion VND (220.58 million USD), aiming to enhance its passenger and cargo handling capabilities.

ACV pushes for second runway at Long Thanh Airport

The Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV) has proposed constructing a second runway at Long Thanh Airport during phase one, using nearly VND 4,000 billion in savings from the project’s contingency and bidding costs.

Trinity Forum 2024 helps Vietnam’s airport retail take flight

The Trinity Forum 2024, the world's premier airport retail trade forum, kicked off in Ho Chi Minh City on November 5 under the theme “Driving Innovation to Stay Relevant in a Rapidly Changing Consumer Landscape”.

Simulated terrorist attack at Noi Bai Airport tests emergency response

Nearly 400 personnel took part in a simulated anti-terrorism drill at Noi Bai Airport to strengthen emergency response capabilities.

10-minute search for Rolex: How Noi Bai Airport’s ‘eagle eyes’ saved the day

At Noi Bai Airport, a Rolex watch valued at $25,000 fell from the second floor to the first floor through a small gap. The owner searched in vain, but the security camera captured the entire incident.