Information from Vietnam Airports Corporation – JSC (ACV) shows that the volume of transport operations in the first eight months of 2024 maintained a positive growth trend, with a slight decrease in the domestic market but strong growth in the international market thanks to the country’s open economic policies.
Specifically, in the eight-month period, the number of take-offs and landings (TOLs) reached 460,135, accounting for 65% of the annual plan and a decrease of approximately 8% compared to the same period in 2023. Of these, international TOLs reached 170,362, an increase of 22%, while domestic TOLs reached 289,772, a decrease of 19.5%.
Passenger volume for the eight months reached nearly 76 million, equivalent to 67% of the annual plan and a decrease of 4% compared to the previous year. International passengers exceeded 27 million, an increase of 32%; while domestic passengers decreased by 17% to over 48 million.
Cargo and mail volume reached 995,304 tons, accounting for 73% of the annual plan and an increase of 26%. Of this, international cargo and mail volume reached 691,053 tons, an increase of 23%, while domestic volume reached 304,251 tons, an increase of 33% compared to the same period in 2023.
ACV stated that security and safety at the airports were absolutely guaranteed, with no serious incidents occurring in the operation of the airports. The company successfully served special flights and prioritized services for the Party, State, and international delegations. The quality of security and safety services continues to improve, with indicators showing a decreasing trend compared to the same period in 2023. The entire network of airports recorded 186 security incidents in the eight months, a decrease of 43 incidents compared to the previous year.
Regarding safety, in the first eight months, incidents and accidents in the three areas of airport operations, air traffic management, and aircraft operations at airports under ACV decreased by 20% compared to the same period in 2023.
Operational management capabilities continue to be enhanced. Technical management is being implemented by agencies and units following the regulations of the Corporation. ACV completed the 2023-2024 inspection and calibration flight plan for 21 airports. The results showed that the systems met the requirements for operational activities.
Synchronous Implementation of Digital Transformation Projects; Ensuring the Progress of Key Projects
ACV has also synchronously implemented digital transformation projects in various fields. The effectiveness of digital transformation has modernized the operation of airports.
The automatic toll collection project without stopping at 05 airports of Tan Son Nhat, Noi Bai, Danang, Cat Bi, and Phu Bai has completed the installation of equipment, successfully conducted trials, and signed a service contract with Epay. The project is now substantially complete and ready for official implementation.
The A-CDM project has optimized infrastructure and equipment after three years, reducing flight delays and waiting times for take-off and landing for airlines. ACV organized a conference with the Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation (VATM) regarding the coordination of A-CDM and ATFM Level 3 deployment; ACV-VATM has reported to the Vietnam Aviation Administration to continue resolving obstacles to complete the project.
At the same time, ACV has put into operation the SCN and iCute infrastructure network at 21 airports to deploy online checking for domestic airlines; AODB, iCute, FIDS, and PAS are being tested at DIA and secondary and tertiary airports.
For the project on the application of CCCD with a chip, VneID Level 2, and biometric technology for air passengers, the integration of VneID Level 2 and biometric technology for the entire process of 03 touchpoints has been completed at the ACV Lab. ACV reported to the Vietnam Aviation Administration and proposed official deployment at Phu Bai, Cat Bi, and Dien Bien airports.
In addition, the ACV self-Services system (common-use kiosk check-in, self-bag drop, and ABGS) has been officially deployed for Vietnam Airlines at Cat Bi and Phu Bai International Airports. Coordination with Vietnam Airlines to integrate with the new Amadeus DCS continues, with cut-over at Cat Bi expected to be completed soon.
ACV also provided information on the progress of key projects such as the Terminal T3 Project at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, with concrete and rebar work at 100% completion, architectural work at 80%, steel roof structure at 93%, and electromechanical work at 80%. One-third of the elevators and 10 of the 35 escalators have been installed. The project is expected to be completed and put into operation before April 30, 2025.
At the Long Thanh International Airport Project Phase 1, the packages have been implemented synchronously, with some items ahead of schedule. Specifically, Package 5.10: The passenger terminal has completed all concrete and rebar work for columns, beams, and floors of levels 1, 2, and 3 and is currently constructing the concrete and rebar work for the level 4 floor (66.8% complete). It is expected that the entire concrete and rebar structure will be completed by the end of August-September 2024, after which the construction of the steel roof structure will begin as planned and according to the contract.
For Package 4.6 of the Long Thanh International Airport Construction Project, the construction progress is being carried out as scheduled. The contractors are focusing their resources, equipment, and materials to strive for the technical exploitation of the runway by April 30, 2025. The construction items of the package have been inspected, supervised, and accepted according to the technical standards of the project, ensuring quality and progress requirements.
The expansion project of Terminal T2 at Noi Bai International Airport was inaugurated on May 19, 2024. The progress of the construction of the expansion of the terminal and auxiliary works and the renovation and conversion of the terminal function is on schedule. It is expected to be completed by December 30, 2025.
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