Phu Quoc will have a modern international airport before APEC 2027

It is expected that Phu Quoc International Airport will have a total planning area of about 1,050 hectares, with an investment capital of about VND26,572 billion by 2030, and a vision to 2050 requiring an additional VND25,791 billion.

According to the project presentation, before APEC 2027, Phu Quoc Airport will be expanded with the target of reaching a capacity of 18 million passengers/year, 4.5 times higher than the current capacity (4 million passengers/year). The target by 2050 is to upgrade the airport to a capacity of 50 million passengers/year.

In addition to the existing runway, the airport will build a new runway No. 2. The two runways are 3,500m and 3,300m long, respectively, ensuring the port's efficient and safe operations, serving wide-body aircraft and long international flights.

In addition, the aircraft parking lot will be expanded with 70-80 parking positions, meeting the earliest goal of welcoming heads of state and high-ranking leaders in the APEC 2027 event and ensuring the need to organize many international events in Phu Quoc in the future.

The highlight of Phu Quoc International Airport is the passenger terminal. This place was built based on the idea of a phoenix spreading its wings, symbolizing the national status and national pride. The terminal is also equipped with the most modern operating technology in the world , including check-in without going to the airport, automatic baggage sorting, biometric identification technology that helps the time for entry and exit to be 15-30 seconds/person...

In particular, the VVIP terminal of Phu Quoc International Airport will be newly built, with the goal of becoming a standard place to welcome heads of state. The project was designed by Italian architect Marco Casamonti, the "father" of the iconic Kissing Bridge project in Phu Quoc. The design of the terminal is inspired by the sea eagle fish, symbolizing freedom and flexibility in the ocean.

In addition, the planning of Phu Quoc International Airport also adds auxiliary works such as: cargo terminal, radar system...

Sharing at the Conference to announce the Phu Quoc International Airport Planning for the period 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050, which took place on May 9, Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam Uong Viet Dung said: “The newly approved planning is an important basis for Kien Giang province to implement synchronous investment projects and modernize the infrastructure of Phu Quoc International Airport. Thereby, it will not only contribute to the successful organization of APEC 2027 but also promote the development of Phu Quoc city to become a leading attractive destination in the region.”

The simultaneous implementation of strategic projects, including a plan to increase airport capacity to 18 million passengers/year before APEC 2027, has affirmed the role of Phu Quoc island city as a new growth pole, opening up opportunities for strong development and attracting sustainable investment.

Source: https://nhandan.vn/phu-quoc-se-co-cang-hang-khong-quoc-te-hien-dai-truoc-them-apec-2027-post879227.html