Under the agreement, signed on March 21, CAI, a member of Changi Airport Group, will be involved throughout Phu Quoc airport’s development lifecycle. Its role includes design advisory, development of operational frameworks through a concept of operations (CONOPS), operational readiness, system implementation, and ongoing management and performance optimization once the airport becomes operational.
CAI will also support the expansion of international flight networks by working with airlines to enhance connectivity. In parallel, it plans to develop non-aeronautical services such as retail, food and beverage, and duty-free offerings.
Sun Group and Changi International Airport’s representatives at the strategic partnership signing ceremony on Mar. 21. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
The partnership is expected to introduce operations aligned with Changi standards at Phu Quoc International Airport, alongside the “airport destination” model. This approach positions airports not only as transport infrastructure but also as integrated spaces offering retail, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences.
The model has been applied at Singapore Changi Airport, which has received over 670 international awards and handled around 70 million passengers in 2023. CAI has implemented similar concepts in more than 60 airports across over 20 countries, including Tom Jobim (Brazil), Chongqing (China), Fukuoka (Japan), and Clark (Philippines).
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Phu Quoc International airport expansion project under construction. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
The agreement comes as Phu Quoc prepares for APEC 2027 and anticipates long-term growth in tourism and aviation.
Sun Group is currently advancing plans to expand the airport, which spans more than 1,050 hectares and meets ICAO 4E standards. Planned upgrades include a second runway, a new Terminal 2, a VIP terminal, and additional aircraft aprons and supporting infrastructure.
Once completed, the airport is expected to handle up to 24 million passengers annually, with long-term capacity projected to reach 50 million passengers.
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Phu Quoc International Airport expansion project. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
Terminal 2, a key component of the expansion, is designed with inspiration from the mythical phoenix and is being developed with international consultants including CPG Consultants and Artelia Airport.
The terminal is expected to incorporate technologies such as total airport management systems, biometric passenger processing, and advanced baggage handling systems.
Following completion, the airport is planned to be integrated into Sun Group’s broader aviation and tourism ecosystem in Phu Quoc, including airline services, resorts, entertainment complexes, and live shows.
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Dang Minh Truong, Chairman of Sun Group at the signing ceremony on Mar. 21. Photo courtesy of Sun Group |
According to CAI CEO Eugene Gan, the company sees strong potential in Phu Quoc as an international destination and expects the partnership to contribute to developing a competitive airport experience.
The agreement also aligns with Sun Group’s broader strategy of developing an integrated aviation–tourism model, which could be extended to future airport projects, including Phan Thiet, as well as planned developments in Con Dao and Rach Gia.
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