Sun Group and Changi Airports International (CAI) have entered into a strategic agreement to develop Phu Quoc International Airport, with plans to integrate aviation infrastructure with tourism, retail and entertainment.
Under the agreement, CAI will provide advisory services covering airport operations, commercial planning, air connectivity and service standards. The initiative aims to position Phu Quoc as an aviation and tourism hub in the Asia-Pacific region ahead of the APEC 2027 Summit.
Phu Quoc International Airport handled about six million passengers in 2025 and has seen growth in international and regional travel demand. A government-approved master plan includes the development of a new runway and Terminal 2. The airport is expected to handle up to 24 million passengers per year, with long-term capacity of up to 50 million.
The partnership will align airport operations with international standards while supporting broader tourism development on the island. It also builds on prior discussions in Vietnam and Singapore on combining airport management and destination planning expertise.
Through the agreement, the companies aim to integrate airport infrastructure with visitor experiences, positioning the airport as part of the wider tourism offering rather than solely a transport facility. This approach reflects a broader trend of airports being developed as integrated destinations. Singapore Changi Airport is often cited as an example of combining operational efficiency with retail and leisure offerings, while Sun Group has developed tourism and resort projects across Vietnam.
“Through this partnership with Changi Airports International, we aim to develop Phu Quoc International Airport into a true ‘airport destination’ where the travel experience begins the moment visitors arrive,” said Dang Minh Truong, chairman of Sun Group.
“(Phu Quoc’s) integrated tourism and entertainment eco-system provides a strong foundation for the long-term development of Phu Quoc International Airport as a key gateway for the island. We look forward to contributing our expertise to enable Sun Group to create a world-class airport experience,” added Eugene Gan, CEO of CAI.
