Vietjet Air (Vietjet) and the Eastern Economic Corridor Office (EECO) of Thailand have signed an agreement to develop an aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) centre at U-Tapao International Airport. The signing took place during Vietnamese leader To Lam’s official visit to Thailand, in the presence of senior leaders from both countries.
The new facility will support Vietjet’s operations by enhancing technical capabilities, improving fleet readiness and reducing aircraft maintenance turnaround times. The project will also encourage investment in aviation infrastructure, technology transfer, workforce training and stronger regional air connectivity.
The partnership aligns with Thailand’s strategy to develop its aviation sector as a driver of economic growth, tourism and regional integration. Located within Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), U-Tapao is being transformed into a major aviation and logistics hub, combining aircraft engineering, maintenance and high-tech services.
The project represents a significant step forward in Vietnam–Thailand economic cooperation and reinforces Vietjet’s growing role in the regional aviation supply chain.
Thailand remains a key market for Vietjet through Vietjet Thailand, which employs nearly 1,500 staff and operates 22 aircraft. Vietjet Group has also committed to transferring 50 Boeing 737-8 aircraft to the airline, supporting further growth in Thailand and the wider region. Since launch, Vietjet Thailand has carried 50 million passengers, helping to boost tourism, trade and connectivity across ASEAN and the Asia-Pacific region.
