Vietjet appoints new managing director

Son has been with the airline since its inception, playing a pivotal role in shaping its innovative business and marketing strategies.

Nguyen Thanh Son - Viejet's newly-appointed managing director. (Photo courtesy of Vietjet)
Nguyen Thanh Son - Viejet's newly-appointed managing director. (Photo courtesy of Vietjet)

HCM City (VNS/VNA) - Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company (HOSE: VJC) has appointed Nguyen Thanh Son as its new managing director, succeeding Dinh Viet Phuong.

According to the airline, Son will lead the new-age carrier into its next phase of development.

Son has been with the airline since its inception, playing a pivotal role in shaping its innovative business and marketing strategies. He has also made significant contributions to the broader growth of the aviation industry.

Son holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Economics, bringing over 30 years of industry experience to the role. He is widely regarded as part of a new generation of intelligent, visionary leaders with a global mindset – known for balancing innovation with strategic discipline, as well as for his humility and openness to learning.

According to Vietjet, Son is expected to lead Vietjet on a new journey toward greener, smarter growth, fostering deeper global connectivity, and spreading positive values to passengers and communities worldwide./.

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