Ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2027 forum, the Phu Quoc Special Economic Zone is currently racing against time. A total of 21 strategic infrastructure projects, ranging from convention centers to the expansion of Phu Quoc International Airport, must be completed in less than two years. Logistics challenges pose a major obstacle due to the island's isolated position 100 kilometers from the mainland, complicating the large-scale mobilization of materials and workforce.
To overcome these geographical constraints, key investors like Sun Group are shifting their development strategy from conventional methods to modern construction technology. The use of prefabricated steel structures forms the backbone of this project. Building frames are manufactured with high precision in mainland factories and then shipped to the site for assembly. This approach has proven effective in cutting construction time while significantly reducing material waste.
In addition to steel structures, another implemented innovation is modular construction, often likened to "Lego assembly." Through this concept, components such as hotel rooms or room modules are fully manufactured in factories before being installed at the project site. Sun Group's Head of Investment Strategy, Tran Huy Hung, stated that this method can accelerate construction timelines by 30 to 60 percent compared to traditional methods.
The integration of other advanced technologies is also achieved through the implementation of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) and Building Information Modeling (BIM). The BIM system enables accurate data synchronization from the design phase to assembly, minimizing the risk of errors on-site. The company is even currently exploring the use of 3D printing technology to create more complex architectural components with better material efficiency.
