EAC Mandates Self-Declaration for Solar Installers to Ensure National Electricity Balance
The Electricity Authority of Cambodia (EAC) has issued a notice requiring all consumers who have installed and used solar systems on their roofs without permission to submit a declaration regarding the use of their solar system. This directive is based on letter No. 085. PK.24, dated 5 July 2024, and aims to maintain a balance […]
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20km Irrigation Expansion Project in Svay Rieng Achieves 20% Milestone
The ambitious project to expand the irrigation capacity and flood protection of the Prek O Damrey Cross-Prek Thmey irrigation system in Kampong Ror district, Svay Rieng province, has reached 20% completion. This significant progress was announced by the Svay Rieng Provincial Administration on 4 July 2024. Key aspects of the project include: Rehabilitating the 8,287-meter-long […]
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US$10bn Project to Connect China-Singapore Railway Unveiled by Chinese Premier
China’s Premier Li Qiang has announced an ambitious US$10 billion project to link thousands of kilometres of railways from Malaysia to China, through Thailand and Laos, culminating in a connection to Singapore. This announcement was made during his three-day official visit to Malaysia, marking the 50th anniversary of China-Malaysia diplomatic relations, according to Reuters on […]
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CRBC Readies Equipment for Upcoming Mekong River Bridge Construction
China Road Bridge Corporation (CRBC) is preparing to commence the construction of the highly anticipated Mekong River Bridge, bringing in drilling equipment, machinery, and construction materials from China. The project marks a significant infrastructural development for Cambodia. HE Phan Rim, Spokesman for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, announced on 6 July that CRBC […]
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Nicholas Cumins Takes Charge as CEO of Bentley Systems, Ushering in a New Era
Following the CEO transition plan previously announced by Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), Nicholas Cumins today takes charge as CEO. Cumins succeeds Greg Bentley, the eldest of the five brothers who founded Bentley Systems, who becomes Executive Chair of its Board of Directors. Cumins is the first CEO in the company’s 40-year history who is […]
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Unfavourable Business Conditions Force Thailand’s Third-Largest Sugar Firm to Withdraw from Cambodia
Thailand’s third-largest sugar producer, Khon Kaen Sugar Industry Plc (KSL), has announced its decision to withdraw its investment from Cambodia due to unfavourable market conditions and the underutilisation of trade schemes such as the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) in Cambodia. The company cited these challenges despite a recent rise in global sugar prices following […]
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Pioneering Sustainable Building Practices: Archetype Cambodia Office Achieves LEED Gold Certification
Archetype Cambodia, a leading architectural and engineering consultancy, has been awarded the prestigious LEED Green Building Rating System Certification, achieving a Gold level under the v4.1 Operations and Maintenance: Interiors rating system. This recognition showcases the company’s dedication to environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, and sustainability, leading the green journey of the construction industry in Cambodia. […]
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Rehabilitation & Expansion of NR No. 4 Reaches 55% Completion
As of the end of June 2024, the ambitious project to rehabilitate and expand NR No. 4 from Bek Chan commune in Kandal province to Bit Trang commune in Prey Nob district, Preah Sihanouk province, has achieved 54.80% completion. This significant milestone was confirmed by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport on their official […]
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France Invests US$600m in Cambodia’s Expanding Sectors
French investment in Cambodia has surged to a combined value of €560 million (approximately US$600 million), significantly impacting the construction, agro-industry, and services sectors, according to a report from the French Embassy to Cambodia on Friday. This announcement was made in conjunction with the signing of the second France Cambodia Business Forum, scheduled from 8 […]
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Kampong Cham’s New Landfill Project Achieves Over 80% Completion
The ambitious project to construct a large landfill in Kampong Cham has surpassed the 80% completion mark, with significant progress made over the past six months. Spanning an area of more than 8 hectares in Kampong Siem district, the facility includes standard waste processing and storage infrastructure. This milestone was confirmed during a site inspection […]
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NR No. 48 from Sre Ambel to Koh Kong Construction Progresses Beyond 62%, Set for Dry Season Completion in 2025
The ambitious project to restore and upgrade the 148-kilometre stretch of NR No. 48 from Sre Ambel to Koh Kong has reached a completion milestone of 62.11%, with completion expected in the dry season of 2025. This update was confirmed by HE Phorn Rim, Spokesman of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, on 3 […]
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Gov’t Resolves Over 85% of Land Disputes with Over 15,000 Cases Addressed
The Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction has resolved 13,329 land dispute cases out of 15,642, achieving an 85.21% resolution rate. This information was shared on the ministry’s official Facebook page on 26 June 2024. The ministry’s efforts addressed various disputes, including land tenure issues, duplicate title applications, and state land title issuance […]
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