Vietjet Clinches Tourism Grand Winner at Prestigious ASEAN Business Awards
On October 26, Vietjet, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, proudly received the prestigious Tourism Grand Winner award at the ASEAN Business Awards (ABAs), an esteemed ceremony held alongside the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia.
The high-profile accolade serves as a powerful recognition of Vietjet’s outstanding and consistent contributions to the entire Southeast Asian region’s tourism landscape, cultural exchange efforts, and commitment to business sustainability.
This significant honor firmly cements the airline’s status as a leading and dynamic force in connecting Southeast Asia with global markets.
The jury specifically lauded Vietjet for its unique and highly successful business model, its deployment of a modern, fuel-efficient fleet, and its range of innovative, accessible services, all underpinned by a rigorous focus on safe and efficient operations across its vast network.
The airline currently commands an impressive fleet of 130 aircraft, operating across more than 170 domestic and international routes, and has already transported a monumental figure of over 250 million passengers throughout the Asia-Pacific region, making it a pivotal player in regional air travel and economic integration, and solidifying the value proposition that Vietjet offers to the ASEAN community.
Commitment to Accessibility and Promoting the ASEAN Image
The vision driving Vietjet’s expansive success is rooted in a fundamental aspiration to make air travel and flying accessible to all people, thereby democratizing travel and fostering greater regional and international connectivity.
Ho Ngoc Yen Phuong, Vietjet’s Vice President and CFO, articulated this core mission, stating that the company is “Driven by the aspiration to make flying accessible to everyone.”
This commitment is demonstrated through the continuous expansion of its flight network, the implementation of passenger-friendly service innovations, and a dedicated effort to promote the vibrant and dynamic image of Southeast Asia on the global stage.
The airline understands that its role extends beyond mere transport; it is a cultural and economic ambassador for the entire ASEAN bloc.
The recognition received at the ABAs is part of a pattern of international acknowledgment for the carrier’s performance.
Vietjet has previously been named by the ABAs as the best company in aviation in Southeast Asia and has regularly secured recognition from numerous prestigious global organizations, including prominent bodies such as Skytrax, Airline Ratings, World Business Outlook, and the World Travel Awards.
This consistent stream of international awards underscores the effectiveness of Vietjet’s operational strategy and its deep commitment to quality and expansion within the competitive global aviation industry.
The Role of the ASEAN Business Awards in Regional Integration
The ASEAN Business Awards, under which Vietjet received the top tourism honor, represent a crucial platform for celebrating the success stories that contribute to the bloc’s collective economic prosperity and integration.
The awards, hosted annually by the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) since their inception in 2007, are recognized as the premier mechanism to honor enterprises that have demonstrated noteworthy excellence and made significant, measurable contributions to the economic growth, regional integration, and shared prosperity of all member states.
By recognizing companies like Vietjet, the ABAs highlight the private sector’s vital role in advancing the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) agenda, which aims to create a single market and production base.
The ceremony provides high-profile visibility for successful businesses, encouraging best practices and setting standards for others to follow, particularly in high-growth sectors such as aviation and tourism, which are fundamental to the region’s interconnectedness.
This peer and government recognition helps build trust and momentum for cross-border investment and operational collaboration, ensuring that the successes of individual companies contribute to the overall resilience and forward trajectory of the ASEAN region, exemplified by the far-reaching influence of Vietjet’s expanding operations.
