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Recently, FLC and Bamboo Airways held a working session with Eastbridge Partners, an investment fund led by its Chairman Kevin Lim, to discuss and explore potential investment cooperation opportunities in the coming period.
Representing FLC at the meeting were Mr. Trinh Van Quyet – Founder of the Group, Ms. Huong Tran Kieu Dung – Permanent Vice Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, along with representatives of the Group’s leadership and Bamboo Airways.

Photo 1: The meeting between FLC, Bamboo Airways and Eastbridge Partners

The meeting took place as the company is accelerating its restructuring process and expanding connections with international financial partners in order to strengthen resources, enhance competitiveness, and create a foundation for a new growth phase.
 

Vietnam continues to attract international capital
Entering 2026, Vietnam continues to be considered one of the most dynamic growth markets in Asia. According to a report by the General Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance, disbursed FDI in January 2026 reached USD 1.68 billion, the highest level in the past five years and an increase of 11.3% compared to the same period in 2025. This figure reflects international investors’ confidence in the long-term prospects of Vietnam’s economy.
At the meeting, Kevin Lim said that Eastbridge Partners is actively seeking investment opportunities in Southeast Asia, with Vietnam identified as a key market thanks to its increasingly favorable investment environment. According to him, compared with other countries in the region, Vietnam still has significant development potential, particularly in the aviation sector.
“Vietnam has a large population and a rapidly growing economy, yet the number of airlines operating in the market remains relatively limited, indicating substantial growth potential. This is one of the sectors we are interested in and wish to explore further through partners with a solid foundation and clear development strategy such as FLC,” Kevin Lim shared.

Photo 2: Eastbridge Partners values the aviation foundation of FLC and Bamboo Airways

Founded in 2011 in Seoul, Eastbridge Partners currently manages approximately USD 1.5 billion in assets and focuses on investing in high-growth companies across Asia. The fund has representative offices in Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City and maintains a broad partner network, including major investors and institutions in Korea, Singapore, and the Middle East. Previously, Eastbridge invested in the digital entertainment platform POPS Worldwide and the medical equipment company USM Healthcare, demonstrating its long-term interest in the Vietnamese market.

Connecting international resources, expanding aviation opportunities
At the meeting, Ms. Huong Tran Kieu Dung introduced an overview of FLC’s multi-sector ecosystem, in which aviation plays an important role in connecting and enhancing value for the Group’s tourism – resort – service chain. According to her, in recent years Bamboo Airways has effectively connected domestic and international destinations, particularly the Korean market.
Previously, Bamboo Airways operated direct routes from Hanoi and Da Nang to Incheon International Airport (Korea), while also maintaining charter flights serving Korean travelers, contributing to tourism and trade connectivity between the two markets.
“Korea is one of our key markets. FLC and Bamboo Airways have had considerable experience cooperating with Korean businesses and organizations in recent years. We highly value the development experience of Korea’s aviation industry and hope to learn from it while expanding cooperation with Korean partners and investors in the near future,” Ms. Dung said.
For Eastbridge Partners, Kevin Lim stated that the fund is ready to consider strategic investment opportunities and accompany the company in its long-term development. The fund may also connect FLC and Bamboo Airways with international partners, including financial institutions and aircraft leasing and purchasing companies, to support fleet expansion in the future.

Photo 3: Eastbridge Partners is ready to accompany FLC and Bamboo Airways in expanding aviation opportunities

After the restructuring process, Bamboo Airways currently maintains a fleet of eight aircraft and is implementing plans for expansion in the coming period. The target for 2026 is to increase the fleet to 20 aircraft, with the long-term goal of restoring operations to 30 aircraft and expanding the network to four continents.
The meeting between FLC and Eastbridge Partners is seen as a positive step in strengthening connections between Vietnamese enterprises and international investors. As global capital continues to seek stable growth markets such as Vietnam, proactively expanding cooperation with reputable investment funds is expected to help businesses enhance financial capacity, accelerate project implementation, and create a foundation for sustainable long-term development.

On the afternoon of February 16, 2026, the staff of Bamboo Airways working at Noi Bai International Airport had the honor of welcoming Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh, Deputy Minister Le Anh Tuan, and Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam Uong Viet Dung for a Lunar New Year visit and encouragement during the peak operational period at the end of the Year of the Snake.

During the Lunar New Year of the Horse – the busiest period for the aviation industry – the visit demonstrated the timely attention and recognition from state authorities for Bamboo Airways’ efforts in ensuring operational safety, maintaining stable operations, and providing seamless passenger services.

Encouraged by the leaders of the Ministry and the Authority, Bamboo Airways reaffirmed its strong commitment to delivering the highest level of service during the Tet peak season: prioritizing absolute safety, strengthening operational discipline, proactively preparing contingency plans, optimizing resources, and enhancing service quality at every customer touchpoint.

With a professional and dedicated team known for its hospitality, Bamboo Airways looks ahead to the Year of the Horse with positive growth plans, continuing to contribute meaningfully to the sustainable development of Vietnam’s aviation industry in this new era of advancement.

Amid the urgent and vibrant operations of the Bính Ngọ Lunar New Year peak season, on the afternoon of February 9, 2026, Bamboo Airways had the honor of welcoming a leadership delegation from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, led by Director General Uông Việt Dũng, for a Lunar New Year visit and greetings at the airline’s headquarters.

On the occasion of the New Year, Director General Uông Việt Dũng, on behalf of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam, extended his New Year wishes to all Bamboo Airways employees and their families, expressing his hope that in 2026 the airline will operate efficiently and continue contributing positively to the overall development of the aviation industry.

Photo: Director General Uông Việt Dũng and the CAAV leadership delegation visit and extend Lunar New Year greetings at Bamboo Airways’ headquarters.

Recognizing Bamboo Airways’ efforts in maintaining stable operations, particularly in preparing resources for the Tet peak season, Director General Uông Việt Dũng emphasized that the airline must continue to prioritize operational safety, uphold a professional image, strengthen operational discipline, and proactively implement contingency plans to minimize delays and cancellations while safeguarding passengers’ rights and interests.

Reflecting on Bamboo Airways’ formation and development during the 2018–2021 period, the Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam noted that the airline created a distinctive mark in Vietnam’s aviation market. Bamboo Airways has not only provided passengers with more travel options but has also contributed to raising service standards, enhancing customer experience, and fostering healthy competition across the industry.

Mr. Uông Việt Dũng expressed his expectation that in the new phase, under the leadership of Mr. Trịnh Văn Quyết and the Executive Board, Bamboo Airways will restructure the airline with a clear strategy, expand its fleet, focus on service quality and outstanding customer experience, and contribute positively to elevating Vietnam’s aviation service ecosystem.

At the same time, the Director General acknowledged the contributions of Mr. Trịnh Văn Quyết — the founder and the individual currently leading the restructuring of Bamboo Airways — for his dedication to building a high-quality, professional, and sustainable Vietnamese airline.

Mr. Trịnh Văn Quyết and Bamboo Airways’ Board of Directors expressed their sincere appreciation for the attention, recognition, close guidance, and continued support from the leadership of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam throughout the years.

Bamboo Airways’ Executive Board reaffirmed its strong commitment to making every effort during the Tet peak season to ensure absolute safety, maintain high on-time performance, and enhance passenger service quality during this critical period for the aviation sector.

With the guiding principle of delivering experiences that are “More Than Just a Flight,” Bamboo Airways remains steadfast in its mission to provide passengers with a distinctive flying experience that combines dedicated service quality with the warm hospitality deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture.

Throughout its operations, thanks to continuous and tireless efforts to ensure stable performance, Bamboo Airways has consistently been recognized as Vietnam’s most punctual airline for many consecutive years.

The airline has also been acknowledged by customers and domestic as well as international media for its service excellence and honored in numerous prestigious aviation award categories, including Best Regional Airline in Asia and the World, Best Cabin Crew in Asia, and Leading Frequent Flyer Program in Asia.