Long Thanh Airport Faces Delays Two Months Before Opening Due to Skilled Worker Shortage
With its opening just two months away, the Long Thanh International Airport project in Vietnam is facing significant delays in several key areas, primarily due to a shortage of skilled workers and materials. The passenger terminal and essential infrastructure are particularly affected, prompting the investor, ACV, to urge contractors to accelerate deployment.
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