VACS CUSTOMER APPRECIATION CONFERENCE 2025: “ONTO THE NEW HORIZONS – A JOURNEY OF GRATITUDE, A MARK OF ELEVATION”

28/11/2025
Recently in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Airlines Caterers Ltd. (VACS) successfully hosted its 2025 Customer Appreciation Conference with the theme “ONTO THE NEW HORIZONS – A Journey of Gratitude, A Mark of Elevation.”

This annual event is designed to create a space for connection, dialogue, and partnership between VACS and its valued partners and customers—an opportunity to reflect on the past journey, strengthen mutual trust, and together move towards a future of sustainable collaboration and development.



VACS was honored to welcome more than 200 attendees, including senior representatives and leaders of various agencies, corporations, outstanding enterprises, long-standing partners, loyal customers, and the entire VACS team—those who have consistently supported and accompanied VACS throughout the years.

Guests, partners, and representatives attending the VACS Conference.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Hoàng Xuân Hiệp – Member of the Board of Members, General Director of VACS, shared:

“The journey of VACS is a journey of devotion, continuous innovation, and growth. It is also a journey of gratitude. We understand that every step forward carries the support, trust, and close cooperation of airlines, customers, partners, suppliers, and the guidance of Vietnam Airlines Corporation as well as relevant authorities within and beyond the aviation sector.”

Mr. Hoàng Xuân Hiệp – Member of the Board of Members / General Director of VACS

For more than three decades of tirelessly crafting flavors “above the clouds,” VACS takes pride in being one of Vietnam’s leading in-flight catering providers, trusted by numerous customers and partners. In 2025, VACS continues to affirm its leading position by signing and renewing cooperation with seven new customers: United Airlines, Sun Phu Quoc Airways, Aero Nomad, SkyUp, Air Incheon, Lotteria, and AFT.

Representatives performing the ceremonial toast.

2025 marked an outstanding year for VACS with numerous notable achievements, including five prestigious awards and recognitions:
    ✨ Excellent Catering Award 2024 – Air China
    ✨ Global Recycling Day Sustainable Initiatives – Qatar Airways
    ✨ Achievement Award – Zero Category 1 Incident 2024 – All Nippon Airways
    ✨ Business Solution Award 2025 – Innovative & Effective In-flight Service Solutions
    ✨ Most Supportive Caterer 2025 – Vietnam Airlines
    
Throughout the year, VACS also actively participated in four major industry events:
Saigontourist Food Festival 2025, Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival 2025, the 19th International Travel Expo (ITE), and notably, the National Exhibition A80 – “80 Years of Independence – Freedom – Happiness.”

Customers and VACS representatives captured memorable photos at the event.
 
Alongside these impressive achievements is a story of unwavering determination being written at Long Thành. VACS continues to demonstrate its vision and ambition through its flagship project:

The VACS In-flight Catering Facility at Long Thanh International Airport — a national-scale development and a symbol of Vietnam’s aspiration for sustainable aviation growth.
 
Built on a 30,646 m² site, with a dedicated 1,672 m² Halal kitchen, VACS will be ready to supply 20,000 meals/day in Phase 1, aiming for 40,000–50,000 meals/day in Phase 2, meeting the highest global standards as Long Thành Airport reaches new horizons.

 
As the program concluded, the “echo” of gratitude and trust continued to shine through warm lights and heartfelt melodies.

The conference “ONTO THE NEW HORIZONS – A Journey of Gratitude, A Mark of Elevation” accomplished its mission, igniting a flame of connection while presenting meaningful appreciation gifts from VACS and partner airlines: Vietnam Airlines, Korean Air, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and EVA Air.





Guests sharing joyful moments at the event.

From the “launchpads” of Tan Son Nhat and Phu Quoc to the “new horizons” of Long Thành, VACS’ three-decade journey is a flame of passion and dedication.

Here, the VACS culinary team continues to craft exquisite dishes so that every flight becomes a truly harmonious and fulfilling dining experience.