Lam Dong Urges Accelerated Progress on Phan Thiet Airport Construction
Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lam Dong province officials urged the investor to speed up the construction of Phan Thiet Airport.
- The project is currently in the foundation-laying phase, with key structures like the passenger terminal yet to be significantly developed.
- Provincial leaders emphasized the need for timely resolution of issues, including material supply and procedural hurdles, to meet the project's schedule.
Lam Dong province leaders are pressing the developer to accelerate the construction of Phan Thiet Airport, a key infrastructure project for the region. During a site inspection, officials noted that while foundation work is underway, major components such as the passenger terminal and air traffic control tower are still in early stages of development.
Provincial Deputy Secretary Dang Hong Sy led the inspection, observing that the project involves clearing land, leveling the ground, and constructing technical infrastructure. However, the main structures have only begun pile driving, with their final form yet to emerge. The investor reported that significant time has been dedicated to completing legal procedures and preparing for construction, leading to the current focus on foundational work.
Focus maximum resources, accelerate construction progress, ensure project quality, labor safety, and environmental hygiene; at the same time, proactively coordinate with functional agencies to promptly resolve arising difficulties.
The investor assured provincial authorities that the project's timeline remains on track according to the investment plan. They requested continued support from provincial departments and agencies to swiftly address challenges, particularly concerning the supply of construction materials and the finalization of related procedures. This support is deemed crucial for expediting the project's progress.
Deputy Secretary Sy acknowledged the efforts of the investor and construction teams. He urged the investor to maximize resources, expedite construction while ensuring quality, safety, and environmental protection. Sy also called for proactive coordination with relevant agencies to promptly resolve any emerging difficulties, emphasizing the importance of timely approvals, especially for fire prevention and fighting systems, to ensure the airport's completion by its scheduled deadline.
The investor affirmed that the current progress is still in accordance with the investment policy.
Originally published by Thanh Niรชn in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.