Vietnam Works to Finish Long Thanh Airport on Time

Contractors are using more workers to speed up key parts like the terminal and runway.
Some contractors have also used military personnel for construction.
The main part of the project, including the terminal and runway, has cost VND65.6 trillion so far. This is 76% of the contract value. The project is moving forward.
Workers are building Long Thanh airport in Dong Nai City.
Major construction packages are over VND56 trillion, or 68% of the contract value.
The airport's internal transport is being closely monitored to stay on schedule.
Over VND6.9 trillion worth of work has been done in Package 4.8. This is 62% of the contract value. More work is being completed.
The rainy season could affect outdoor construction and material transport.
There are plans in place to deal with the weather conditions.
Last week, leaders asked for more military help with landscaping and site cleanup.
The airport is being built on 5,000 hectares and will cost VND336.63 trillion. It will serve 25 million passengers and 1.2 million tons of cargo annually. The project is large and complex.
The airport will start trial operations in September and open later this year.