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How Can AI Assist in the Construction Sector?
- 26 November 2020
In the past, many experts were needed for any construction project from planning, executing, to inspecting for technical errors. What if AI technology could do those things instead? Simply put, AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is a technology which allows a computer or machine to learn and respond like a human. For the construction sector, there are many benefits, such as: 1) Designing and...
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Cambodia Constructors Association to Host Business Network in December
- 25 November 2020
Cambodia Constructors Association (CCA) will host a business network event this upcoming 18 December, aiming to boost more business activities within the construction sector after seeing it slow due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Scheduled to be held at the Dara Airport Hotel, the event will be joined by CCA members, construction companies, and other key players within the industry, where they can s...
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Government Comparing Phnom Penh-Bavet Expressway Studies by Japan and China
- 25 November 2020
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport is still considering and comparing the studies of Phnom Penh-Bavet expressway project by both China and Japan, according to the Ministry of Public Works and Transport's spokesman HE Vasim Sorya last week. According to him, China Railway International Group Co., Ltd presented three designs for construction of this expressway in September. (Read more) ...
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US$9 million Brick Factory Opens in Kampot
- 24 November 2020
An automated brick and plaster factory has been officially inaugurated in Kampot province, adding more supply to the local brick market amid the rapid growth of the construction sector. The inauguration ceremony was held on 22 November under the presence of HE Chev Tay, governor of Kampot province. Located in Tany commune, Angkor Chey district, the Phnom Meas factory was built on over 40 hec...
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Over 113km of Flood-damaged Roads Nationwide Fixed
- 24 November 2020
Over 113km of Flood-damaged Roads Nationwide Fixed The government has thus far repaired over 112km of roads nationwide, after over 3,000km of infrastructure were damaged by floods in recent months. Ministry of Rural Development spokesman HE Chan Daron revealed this information during a press conference on 24 November. "So far, we have made emergency repairs to reconnect 111.55 kilometres ...
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US$91 million Needed to Fix Flood-damaged Roads
- 24 November 2020
The Cambodian government has estimated that approximately US$91 million is needed to repair over 3,000km of flood-damaged infrastructure. However, as of 24 November, the Ministry of Economy and Financed has approved only US$15 million for three prioritised provinces. Ministry of Rural Development spokesman Chan Daron revealed this information during a press conference on the morning of 24 Novem...
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Chinese Firm to Build US$1.1 billion Coal-fired Power Plant in Koh Kong
- 23 November 2020
Chinese firm Sinosteel Engineering & Technology last week signed an agreement with Botum Sakor Energy to build a US$1.1 billion 700-megawatt coal-fired power in Koh Kong, according to yicaiglobal.com. Sinosteel Equipment & Engineering will receive the money and take charge of the design, procurement and supply of the equipment and materials as well as construction and commissioning serv...
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Property Developer-Owned Banks: Opportunity or Risk for the Real Estate Market?
- 23 November 2020
In recent years, some major property developers in Cambodia have started opening their own banks. Chip Mong Bank and Prince Bank are two main examples of banks owned by well-known large-scale developers. But what is their impact on the real estate market? Real estate expert and CEO of Pointer Nguon Chhayleang explained that while developers opening their own banks is essential the market, they ...
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Thai Air Con Manufacturer to Expand Business to Cambodia
- 23 November 2020
Thai air-conditioner and solar power manufacturer PPJ Engineering Co Ltd is planning to expand its business to Cambodia next year as local demand increases thanks to the construction sector boom. According to the Royal Embassy of Cambodia to Thailand, Mr Somkiat Limcharunthon, general manager of PPJ. Engineering Co Ltd gave assurances that the company will expand its business to Cambodia next y...
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PP-SHV Expressway 27% Complete, Expected to Finish on Schedule Despite Pandemic
- 21 November 2020
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has confirmed that construction of the country’s first-ever expressway will be completed as planned, although the COVID-19 crisis has slightly affected the construction process. Spokesman for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport HE Vasim Sorya said on 20 November that as of November, construction is 27% complete, and the process of construction h...
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Discover Innovative learning Journey Virtually at LED Expo Thailand + LIGHT ASEAN 2020
- 20 November 2020
The Virtual Exhibition LED Expo Thailand + LIGHT ASEAN 2020 is on-going and approaching the end by today. Mr Kitti Sukhumtanti, Vice President, the electrical and electronics unit of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) revealed that LED Expo Thailand, this year organized as ‘The Virtual Exhibition’ offers the most suitable solution for our LED & smart lighting industry. Moreover, trade ...
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New MPWT Headquarters 95% Complete, Official Inauguration Soon
- 20 November 2020
The construction of the new Ministry of Public Work and Transport (MPWT) headquarters in Russey Keo district is almost complete and is scheduled to be inaugurated soon. MPWT Minister HE Sun Chanthol said on 19 November that the construction is 95% complete, and there is still some remaining work such as cleaning works, interior decorating, and paving concrete access roads. The building is sc...
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