The event of Long Thanh International Airport (LTA) welcoming its first technical flight on December 15, 2025, and preparing for commercial operation in the first half of 2026, is a turning point that will completely change the face of Vietnam's logistics industry, opening up a "golden opportunity" for domestic transportation businesses.
For domestic transport businesses, this is not just a new destination, but a shift of the entire "center" of goods circulation in the South from the inner city of Ho Chi Minh City to the surrounding satellite areas.
A "golden" opportunity for domestic logistics and transportation businesses.
The shift of all international cargo from Tan Son Nhat to Long Thanh creates enormous potential, leading to a surge in demand for multimodal transport. Long Thanh is strategically located at the heart of the connection with the Cai Mep - Thi Vai deep-water port (only 40km away). This presents a golden opportunity for Sea-Air services, where domestic transport companies act as a bridge for moving containers/bulk cargo between these two gateways.
Establishing new distribution centers (DCs): With the planned duty-free zone and air logistics center covering hundreds of hectares, domestic transport businesses can expand their warehousing, sorting, and consolidation services right in Dong Nai instead of relying on the overcrowded old warehouses in Ho Chi Minh City.
Specialized transportation services for high-value goods: The airport will attract the electronics, pharmaceutical, and high-tech component industries. This segment requires refrigerated trucks, vehicles equipped with shock-absorbing devices, and 24/7 GPS monitoring – offering higher profit margins compared to conventional cargo transport.
Regional and cross-border connectivity: Long Thanh is positioned as a transit hub for ASEAN. Domestic businesses can utilize road transport routes connecting goods from Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand to Long Thanh for international export.
What should domestic transportation businesses do to increase their competitive advantage?
As global logistics giants flock to Long Thanh, domestic businesses need to change their strategies to avoid being at a disadvantage in their own market.
Digital Transformation and Intelligent Governance: The aviation industry demands precision down to the minute. Therefore, transport businesses need to invest in transportation management systems (TMS) and warehouse management systems (WMS) capable of directly connecting data with airport and customs systems. Real-time cargo tracking will be a prerequisite for securing contracts with airlines.
Investing in "Green Logistics": Long Thanh Airport aims to be an "eco-friendly airport." Businesses with green certifications will have a distinct advantage when bidding for logistics services within and around the airport's duty-free zone. Domestic transport businesses need to convert their fleets to use clean energy (electric vehicles or vehicles meeting Euro 5 or 6 emission standards).
Consortiums and alliances: Most domestic transportation businesses are small or medium-sized, lacking the resources to provide end-to-end services. Therefore, proactively joining logistics associations to create a supply chain is crucial. A business strong in tractor-trailer services combined with a business strong in warehousing and customs brokerage will create a comprehensive service package capable of competing with multinational corporations.
Improving the quality of professional personnel: Air cargo is different from sea or road cargo. Aviation security procedures and regulations regarding dangerous goods (DG) and perishable goods are extremely strict. Therefore, transport companies need to train their staff and drivers to have international aviation certifications (such as IATA). Understanding screening procedures and customs clearance for air cargo will help minimize the risk of delays, which is a major drawback of air logistics.
Vietsun Logistics With over 20 years of experience in domestic transportation, existing infrastructure, equipment, and a fleet of vehicles, and continuously transitioning closer to "green logistics" by converting its tractor-trailer fleet to Euro 5 emission standards, we are ready to seize the opportunity to connect cargo transportation services from Long Thanh Airport.
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