FLC Group and Bamboo Airways recently held a working session with Eastbridge Partners, a Seoul-based investment fund led by Chairman Kevin Lim, to explore potential investment cooperation opportunities in the coming period.
Representing FLC were Founder Trinh Van Quyet, Permanent Vice Chairwoman Huong Tran Kieu Dung, along with members of the Board of Directors of FLC and Bamboo Airways.
The working session between FLC Group, Bamboo Airways, and Eastbridge Partners.
As FLC accelerates its restructuring program and deepens engagement with international financial partners, the meeting underscores the company’s efforts to strengthen its financial position, enhance competitiveness, and lay the groundwork for its next phase of growth.
Vietnam continues to attach international capital
In 2026, Vietnam still remains one of Asia’s most dynamic growth markets. According to the General Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance, disbursed foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam rose to USD 1.68 billion in January 2026, marking a five-year high and an 11.3% year-on-year increase. The figures underscore sustained international investor confidence in Vietnam’s long-term economic prospects.
At the meeting, Mr. Kevin Lim noted that Eastbridge Partners is actively seeking investment opportunities across Southeast Asia, with Vietnam identified as a key priority market due to its increasingly favorable investment climate. Compared to other countries in the region, Vietnam continues to offer substantial growth headroom, particularly in the aviation sector.
“Vietnam has a large and fast-growing population, yet the number of operating airlines remains relatively limited, indicating significant development potential. Aviation is one of the sectors we are keen to explore further through partnerships with companies that possess solid foundations and clear strategic direction, such as FLC,” Mr. Lim stated.
Eastbridge Partners commends the aviation foundation of FLC Group and Bamboo Airways.
Founded in 2011 in Seoul, Eastbridge Partners manages approximately USD 1.5 billion in assets, focusing on high-growth enterprises across Asia. The fund maintains representative offices in Singapore and Ho Chi Minh City and operates an extensive partner network including major institutional investors in Korea, Singapore, and the Middle East. Eastbridge has previously invested in Vietnamese companies such as POPS Worldwide and USM Healthcare, reflecting its long-term commitment to the Vietnamese market.
Connecting international capital to expand aviation capacity
During the session, Ms. Huong Tran Kieu Dung introduced FLC’s diversified ecosystem, in which aviation plays a strategic role by enhancing connectivity and adding value to the Group’s integrated tourism, hospitality, and service portfolio.
Over the years, Bamboo Airways has contributed to strengthening connectivity between domestic and international destinations, particularly with South Korea. The airline previously operated direct routes from Hanoi and Da Nang to Incheon International Airport, while also maintaining charter services for Korean travelers, supporting tourism and trade exchanges between the two markets.
“South Korea remains one of our key markets. FLC and Bamboo Airways have developed valuable experience working with Korean enterprises and organizations. We highly appreciate the development model of the Korean aviation industry and look forward to further learning from and expanding cooperation with Korean partners and investors,” Ms. Dung shared.
According to Mr. Kevin Lim, Eastbridge Partners is open to considering strategic investment opportunities and accompanying FLC in its long-term development. The fund may further facilitate partnerships between FLC Group, Bamboo Airways, and international financial and aviation leasing institutions to support long-term fleet expansion plans.
Eastbridge Partners commits to accompany FLC Group and Bamboo Airways in expanding their aviation growth potential.
Bamboo Airways currently operates a fleet of eight aircraft and is actively implementing a phased expansion strategy. The airline aims to increase its fleet to 20 aircraft in 2026, with a longer-term target of restoring 30 aircraft and expanding its network across four continents.
The working session between FLC and Eastbridge Partners marks a constructive step in strengthening ties between Vietnamese enterprises and international investors. As global capital continues to flow toward stable, high-growth markets such as Vietnam, proactive collaboration with reputable investment funds is expected to enhance financial capacity, accelerate project implementation, and build a sustainable foundation for long-term development.
