Serving the reception of heads of state and high-ranking guests during the APEC 2027 High-Level Week, the VIP terminal at Phu Quoc International Airport is being urgently constructed to ensure timely completion. From simulated 3D renderings, the massive steel structure on site is gradually being completed, paving the way for the shaping of a new architectural landscape on Phu Quoc Island.
From an inspiring concept to a new highlight of Phu Quoc Island
The VIP terminal at Phu Quoc International Airport was designed by Italian architect Marco Casamonti, inspired by the graceful shape of the eaglefish. The interior space recreates the beauty of Phu Quoc's islands, harmoniously combined with the image of a traditional Vietnamese village communal house. Unlike conventional flat or dome roofs, the roof profile here has a continuously changing slope, requiring absolute precision from surveying and component fabrication to positioning and installation at high altitude.
E-Power's experience in constructing key projects is maximized.
The 8,500 m2 VVIP terminal is part of Sun Group's airport expansion strategy, with its entire exterior and interior design offering a series of spaces inspired by ocean exploration. After receiving the site handover from the structural contractor, E-Power began the installation of the aluminum and glass roofing system from the first layers.
To handle the undulating roof surface and the continuous elevation changes, E-Power's engineering team had to apply specialized technical solutions for metal roofing and skyroof glass systems. Each standard kalzip/standing seam aluminum panel and glass roof is meticulously calculated for its ability to withstand sea wind loads, resist salt corrosion, and ensure absolute airtightness for the structure. The sharpness of the 3D drawings matches the pressure of actual construction on site, demanding meticulous attention to detail to avoid distorting the architectural curves.
Overcoming the "specialty" of Phu Quoc Island's rain to ensure timely handover
The biggest challenge currently at the Phu Quoc construction site is the weather. Entering the rainy season, sudden thunderstorms pose significant risks to safety and technical standards for high-altitude construction – especially the welding of auxiliary structures and roofing.
To adapt to this "specialty" of weather, the E-Power site management team has flexibly adapted the construction plan:
• Interleaving work items: Maximizing short periods of dry weather during the day to concentrate manpower on installing ceilings, roofing, or positioning outdoor framing.
• Preparing underground components: During heavy rain, workers switch to pre-fabricating and assembling modular components in a covered area, ready for installation as soon as the weather improves.
• Tightening workplace safety: Working platforms, safety harnesses, and scaffolding are continuously inspected before and after each rain to ensure absolute safety for engineers and workers.
Awaiting a new landmark
When completed, the Phu Quoc VVIP Terminal will not only be a transportation infrastructure welcoming high-ranking delegations, but also a contemporary architectural masterpiece blending seamlessly with the local nature.
For E-Power, bringing the Kalzip aluminum roofing system of this project to completion on schedule and with the highest aesthetic standards will further demonstrate its ability to handle complex and high-end architectural facades in Vietnam.
