Bentley Systems Awards $1 Million to 3D Tech Startups for Infrastructure Innovation
Bentley Systems has announced the recipients of its 2025 iTwin Activate accelerator program, awarding a total of up to $1 million to four early-stage startups that are leveraging 3D technology to revolutionize infrastructure design and maintenance. Each of the four selected companies will receive up to $250,000 in funding, as well as extensive technical and market support from Bentley product l...
Read MoreADB Revises Cambodia’s Economic Growth Forecast for 2025 and 2026
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has officially revised its economic growth forecast for Cambodia, lowering expectations from 6.1% to 4.9% for 2025 and from 6.2% to 5.0% for 2026. This update comes following the release of the ADB's latest economic report. The ADB attributes this slowdown to a combination of geopolitical tensions with neighboring Thailand and concerns about the uncertainty in t...
Read MoreHow Advanced Mapping is Revolutionizing the Energy Future
The energy sector is undergoing a massive transformation, driven by the adoption of advanced geospatial technologies that are making a "digital-by-default" approach essential for large-scale energy infrastructure programs. These precision mapping solutions are fundamentally changing how energy assets—from oil and gas to renewables like solar and wind—are planned, constructed, and maintained, pr...
Read MoreSihanoukville Welcomes New Investment Incentives for Stalled Projects
The Cambodian government has announced special incentives aimed at revitalizing 17 stalled projects in Sihanoukville, which collectively represent an investment of approximately USD 280 million. The decision was disclosed on September 30, 2025, via the official Facebook page of the Investment Promotion Working Group in the region. The incentives are designed to boost economic growth and job cre...
Read MoreASEAN Chamber of Commerce to Lead Investment Mission to Cambodia
The ASEAN Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced plans to mobilize a delegation of 50 to 100 member companies to explore significant investment opportunities in Cambodia, particularly within the burgeoning tourism sector. This decision came during a pivotal meeting between H.E. Huot Hak, Minister of Tourism of Cambodia, and DATO Sohaimi Shahadan, the President of the ASEAN Chamber of Co...
Read MoreOpenPaths Case Study: DTA Revolutionizes Traffic Planning, Saves Millions
OpenPath by Bentley Systems is helping the Canadian government save millions of dollars on traffic management through the innovative Dynamic Traffic Assignment (DTA) Model, according to Bentley’s case study recently published. The Regional Municipality of York is setting a new national standard for transportation planning and operations with its innovative Dynamic Traffic Assignment (DTA) Model...
Read MoreChina Plans Investment in Agricultural Machinery in Cambodia
In a significant move for the agricultural sector, a Chinese delegation has expressed its intention to invest in agricultural machinery in Cambodia. The delegation met with officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries on September 26, 2025, to explore opportunities for collaboration in this vital industry. During the meeting, HE Minister Dith Tina highlighted the importan...
Read MoreJapan Grants Over USD 40 Million for Expansion of Phum Prek Water Treatment Plant in Cambodia
The Japanese government has committed over USD 40 million to enhance the capacity of the Phum Prek water treatment plant, a crucial infrastructure project aimed at supporting the growing water demands of Phnom Penh. This investment will increase the plant's capacity from 150,000 cubic meters to 195,000 cubic meters per day, aligning with the Phnom Penh Water Supply Master Plan. The official sig...
Read MoreEngineering Firm Benesch Revolutionizes Pavement Inspections with AI and Digital Twins
AI is actively redefining infrastructure management. A renowned engineering services firm based in the US, Benesch, is leading the charge, using a potent combination of digital twins and machine learning to make pavement inspections faster, safer, and significantly more accurate. For decades, assessing the condition of roads, bridges, and airport runways has been a time-consuming, expensive, an...
Read MoreExciting Announcement: New Homes for Veterans!
In a heartfelt initiative, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, alongside Samdech Kittiprittbandit Bun Rany Hun Sen, has proudly announced the construction of 100 houses annually for veterans and retirees over the next five years, from 2026 to 2030. This announcement was made during the extraordinary general assembly of the Cambodian Veterans Association on September 29, 2025, highlighting the government's c...
Read MoreUS to Contribute Over USD 675,000 for Mine Action Efforts in Cambodia
The United States is stepping up its commitment to enhancing mine clearance operations in Cambodia with a generous grant of USD 675,000 provided by Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA). This financial support will aid the Cambodian Mine Action Center (CMAC) in carrying out vital mine action activities over a five-month period, from November 2025 to April 2026. The funding agreement was formalized on Se...
Read MoreCambodia Welcomes Nearly 70,000 Malaysian Tourists in First Eight Months of 2025, Marking a 10% Increase
In a positive trend for the tourism sector, Cambodia welcomed nearly 70,000 Malaysian tourists in the first eight months of 2025, reflecting a nearly 10% increase compared to the same period last year. The announcement came from the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism via their official Facebook page on September 29, 2025. The upsurge in Malaysian visitors comes as part of a broader initiative associ...
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