Feasibility Shows ‘Okay’ to Bassac – Kampot Waterway
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has announced that the feasibility study of the Tonle Bassac waterway and logistics project has been completed, with no major technical, environmental, or legal issues found. The study was conducted by CCCC Water Transportation Consultants Co., Ltd, and its progress was discussed at a meeting between the […]
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Booyoung Group Expresses Investment Interest in Infrastructure & Transportation in Cambodia
Booyoung Group, a leading South Korean conglomerate, has expressed its interest in investing in Cambodia’s infrastructure and transportation sectors. The announcement was made during a meeting between the Booyoung delegation and H.E. Sun Chanthol on February 28, 2023. As Cambodia continues to develop its infrastructure and transportation networks, foreign companies like Booyoung Group are keen […]
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Construction Company Requests Cambodian Labourers to Work in Singapore
Ken-Pal (S) Pte Ltd, a prominent Singaporean construction company, has expressed interest in hiring construction workers from Cambodia. CEO Mr. Gregory Lin met with HE Dr. Ith Sam Heng, Cambodia’s Minister of Labour and Vocational Training on 3 March 2023 to discuss the potential partnership. The minister welcomed the proposal, stating that it would provide […]
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MISTI Achieves Over 1.8bn Cubic Metres of Clean Water Produced Nationwide – An Increase of 61% Only in Five Years
In a remarkable achievement for the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MISTI), the state has produced over 1.8 billion cubic metres of clean water in the last five years (2018-2022), showcasing a notable 61% increase compared to the preceding five years (2013-2017). These figures have been released in a brief report on the […]
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By 2022, Cambodian Government Implementing 19 Water Projects Worth Over US$747m
The Cambodian Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation has been busy implementing 19 water projects with a total budget of USD 747.49 million, according to a recent progress report on the ministry’s work activities. The total budget comprises US$ 129.49 million in grant financing and US$ 618 million in concessional financing. Among the 19 […]
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Bentley Systems Issues Call for Nominations for the 2023 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure
Winners to be Selected and Announced at the Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards Event in Singapore Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced its call for nominations for its 2023 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure. The awards program, which is judged by independent industry experts, seeks to recognize infrastructure projects for […]
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Chinese Company Invests US$200m to Build New Tyre Plant in Kratie
Qingdao Double Star Group, a Chinese car tyre manufacturer, has announced plans to invest US$210 million in a new greenfield tyre manufacturing plant in Cambodia. The company will partner with local mining company UBE Development Co. Ltd. to establish a subsidiary, Double Star (Cambodia) Tire Co. Ltd., for the investment. The new plant will be […]
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Cambodia’s Industrial Sector Begins to Bounce Back Post Pandemic
Cambodia’s industrial sector has continued to show promising growth, with 1,982 manufacturing factories operating in 2022 and producing a total output of $15,834 million. This represents an impressive 83% increase from the previous year. HE Cham Prasidh, Senior Minister and Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, revealed these figures at the annual meeting to […]
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PP-SHV Expressway Company Reduces Fees by up to 25% on B & C Buses
The Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Expressway Investment Company offers a special discount to private companies with 30 or more daily buses to encourage more expressway usage. Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Cambodia Bus Association and Cambodia PPSHV Expressway Co., Ltd., the cost of expressway services will be discounted, but for a particular type […]
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New Oddar Meanchey Hospital Building Worth Over US$2m Inaugurated
The new Oddar Meanchey Provincial Referral Hospital building, valued at over US$2 million, was officially inaugurated on 1 March 2023. The inauguration ceremony was presided over by Minister of Health HE Professor Mam Bun Heng. The hospital’s opening is expected to address the shortage of healthcare facilities and improve the healthcare system in Oddar Meanchey […]
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Master Plan of Multi-Purpose Special Economic Zone Development in SHV 50% Complete
Preah Sihanouk province in Cambodia is moving closer to its goal of becoming a multi-purpose model special economic zone, with the completion of 50% of its master plan, according to Long Dimanche, Deputy Governor of Preah Sihanouk province. The update was shared by the official on his Facebook page on 27 February. “The preparation of […]
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20% Property Insurance Premiums Increase Reflects Growing Demand for Property Insurance in Cambodia
In a recent report released by the Insurance Regulator of Cambodia, it has been revealed that property insurance premiums are set to rise by 20% in 2022. The total premium for property insurance is estimated to reach approximately US$45 million, indicating a significant increase from the previous year. The general insurance sector in Cambodia covers […]
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