The deals, signed within the framework of Party General Secretary To Lam’s official visit to the city state, marked a pivotal milestone in the airline’s development strategy.

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Party General Secretary To Lam and officials witness the exchange of cooperation documents between Vietnamese and Singaporean firms at a business roundtable in the city state on March 13.

Along with partnering ST Engineering Aerospace to promote aircraft maintenance and repair services, Vietnam Airlines will join hands with Singapore Airport Terminal Services Limited to develop cargo operations at the freight terminal of Long Thanh, which is now under construction in Southern Dong Nai province, thus expanding international cargo services to more than 215 destinations worldwide.

Notably, the partnership between Vietnam Airlines, as well as SaigonTourist Group, and APG Group Pte Limited is promised to deliver unique aviation tourism offerings and advanced payment solutions, enhancing traveler experiences on the Vietnam-Singapore route.

A Vietnam Airlines representative said the agreements affirmed the carrier’s pioneering role in the innovation and digital transformation process while providing a solid foundation for building large-scale aircraft repair hangars with cutting-edge technology at Long Thanh airport. That will help attract international airlines and position Long Thanh as a respected destination on the global aviation map.

Singapore, already a strategic market for Vietnam Airlines in Southeast Asia, has become more crucial than ever. Operating 28 flights to there from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City every week, the carrier has served over 7 million passengers throughout its 30-year history, contributing significantly to trade promotion along with cultural and tourism connections between the two countries.

These strategic partnerships are not only the first building blocks but also a launching pad for Vietnam Airlines to "take off" at Long Thanh International Airport, helping propel Vietnam's aviation industry onto the international stage.

Source: VNA