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Currently, Airlines, airport oper- advantages, such as optimized aerospace capabilities,” said
ators, airport on-site enterprises seating capacity, cost efficiency, Michael Nguyen, country director,
(restaurants and retail), aircraft operating range, improved ser- Boeing Vietnam.
manufacturers, and air navigation vice quality, and flexibility of route “The significant opportunities out-
service providers employ 42,000 development. “Given its capa- lined at the Forum align with the
people in Vietnam. To meet the bilities, regional jets are the ‘go government’s Make in Vietnam,
demand of expected 275.9 million to’ aircraft for airlines looking to Digital Vietnam, and Green Energy
passengers and approximately 4.1 expand their domestic regional goals. We will continue to work with
tons of cargo in 2030, the ministry operations beyond the current ATR Vietnamese industry and univer-
of transport (MOT) has prioritized network. One interesting example is sities to provide a foundation for
investing in several airports that the Hanoi – Côn Đảo route. Before long-term industrial growth.”
are of great importance in the the introduction of regional jets, the
Hanoi Capital region and Ho Chi city-pair was served with a stopover Boeing’s current suppliers in
Minh City region like Noi Bai, Tan in Ho Chi Minh given the limitations Vietnam are raising the bar to
Son Nhat, and Long Thanh to handle large narrow-body air- deliver world-class quality and
International Airport. craft in Côn Đảo, and the distance productivity as they become an
between the two cities falling out- important part of the company’s
Simultaneously, 22 existing airports side the operational range of a global supply chain. Vietnamese
are being gradually upgraded and turboprop,” Embraer said. suppliers have been manufacturing
effectively operating, of which 6 components including aerostruc-
new airports are under construc- In recognition of Vietnam’s growing tures, electronics and composites
tion and investment. Additionally, aviation industry, its diverse econ- for the past decade to support
authorities in some districts as well omy, and its investment in a highly Boeing commercial airplane pro-
as “giant” corporations, notably skilled workforce, Boeing opened its duction. Boeing also collaborates
Vietjet, Vingroup, FLC Group, and corporate office in Hanoi in 2021. with Vietnam companies on best
Sun Group, have also addressed According to the U.S. based air practices for lean manufacturing,
their interests in investing in air- framer, its investments in Vietnam supplier management and other
ports such as Chu Lai, Cat Bi, Tuy have helped grow the local aero- specialized training. Boeing shared
the company’s strategy to decar-
Hoa, Dien Bien, Dong Hoi, Quang space sector, creating jobs and bonize aviation with a focus on
Tri, and Van Don. driving innovation. Boeing has cur-

“Although operational challenges
and concerns about the Covid
epidemic are still causing difficult
times for the aviation industry,
Vietnamese airlines are still expe-
riencing a rebound
in demand due to their determi-
nation to speed up the recovery
process and the government’s
supportive policies,” Viettonkin rently four suppliers in Vietnam, fleet renewal, operational efficien-
Consulting said. producing parts and raw material cies, a renewable energy transition
for Boeing Commercial Airplane with an emphasis on sustainable
OEMs Pitch In programmes. aviation fuels (SAF) and advanced

Global air-framers are also work- Boeing Seeks Growth technology.
ing to develop and strengthen Over 50 Vietnamese companies,
Vietnam’s aerospace capabilities. Boeing has chalked out a strategy universities and government
Brazilian multinational aerospace towards increasing Vietnamese agencies participated in the first
manufacturer Embraer pointed opportunities in aerospace man- Vietnam Aerospace Industry Forum,
out rather than costly infrastruc- ufacturing and training, supply which was hosted by Boeing.
ture projects, regional jets are the chain, sustainable aviation and Boeing in Vietnam has contributed
most viable alternative to improve research and development. “The to several community initiatives
air services with no limitation Aerospace Industry Forum builds focused on STEM education, pro-
and higher payload compared to upon Boeing’s collaboration with viding resources to prepare young
turboprops. Vietnam and its adults and an emerging workforce
According to Embraer, it also aviation industry over the past with technical skills development,
provides distinct operational 25 years to expand the country’s according to the official.

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