Progress Update: NR No. 4 Improvement Reaches Halfway Mark
As of March 2024, the extensive undertaking to enhance NR No. 4, spanning from Bek Chan commune in Kandal province to Bit Trang commune in Preah Sihanouk province, has achieved a significant milestone, with completion reaching 50.57%. HE Phan Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transports (MPWT), affirmed the substantial progress, noting […]
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New Ashton Asoke Condominium Worth US$168m Faces Demolition by Thai Supreme Court
The Ashton Asoke condominium, a 6-billion-baht (US$168 million) project located in Bangkok’s Watthana district, is on the brink of demolition following a Supreme Administrative Court ruling, according to Aseannow dated 8 March 2024. The court’s decision, issued in July last year, invalidated the building permit due to the insufficient width of the main entrance, a […]
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Techo International Airport Set to Complete Phase I Construction by October 2024, Eyeing Mid-2025 Inauguration
Techo International Airport, strategically located across Kandal and Takeo provinces, is on track to conclude the first phase of its construction by October 2024, paving the way for its official commencement in mid-2025. A recent report from the Secretary of State for Civil Aviation indicates substantial progress, with the first phase reaching an impressive 66.1% […]
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NR No. 48 Upgrade Surpasses 45%, Targeting 60% Milestone by May
Efforts to enhance the quality of Cambodia’s crucial transportation artery, NR No. 48 (Sre Ambel-Koh Kong), have reached a commendable milestone, with completion currently standing at 45.17% as of 11 March 2024. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT), led by HE So Vector, Secretary of State and Director of the Quality Improvement Project […]
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Cambodia & Vietnam Forge Business Council for Seamless Cross-Border Trade
In a groundbreaking move towards bolstering economic ties, the Cambodian Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and the Cambodia-Vietnam Business Council (CVBA) have unveiled plans to establish the Cambodia-Vietnam Business Council. This strategic initiative announced through the official Facebook page of the CCC on 8 March 2024, is poised to play a pivotal role in addressing challenges […]
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China Uses Bentley’s Digital Twin to Build Xudong Underground Substation’s, Enough for Supplying 200k Residents
In a groundbreaking move to revolutionise the power grid infrastructure in central China, the Xudong underground substation emerges as a pivotal project in the 13th five-year plan of the Hubei power grid. This innovative substation, the first of its kind in central China, operates at 220 kilovolts and serves as a pilot demonstration project for […]
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Over 80% Completion: Battambang’s Ambitious City Rehabilitation Nears the Finish Line
A transformative initiative to revitalise and enhance the infrastructure of Battambang City is making significant strides, with drainage and road construction projects on both sides of the Stueng Sangke River surpassing an impressive 80% completion mark. The update, shared by the Battambang Provincial Administration via its official Facebook page on 8 March 2024, sheds light […]
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SunRice Group Eyes Cambodia for Organic Rice Processing Plant, Opening New Avenues for Export
Australia’s SunRice Group is contemplating a strategic investment in Cambodia, aiming to establish a dedicated rice processing plant with a focus on organic rice for international exports. The ambitious plan was unveiled during a pivotal meeting between Samdech Hun Manet, Prime Minister, and Paul Serra, CEO of SunRice Group, on the occasion of the ASEAN-Australia […]
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NR 31 Rehabilitation Project Nears Completion, Targets June Finish
The NR No. 31 rehabilitation and upgrading project, covering a distance of over 53km, has achieved an impressive milestone, reaching the 60% completion mark. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport provided an update, stating that the project team, led by HE Khan Mane, Secretary of State of the Ministry, inspected on March 6, 2024. […]
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SPC Group’s Strategic Move into Cambodia’s Agro-Industry: A New Chapter in Global Food Export
Australia’s SPC Group has announced its intention to invest in Cambodia’s food and fruit processing industry. This decision was revealed during a meeting between Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet and Mr. Neil Brimacombe, President of SPC Group, on the sidelines of the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit held in Melbourne, Australia, on 5 March 2024. SPC […]
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FreshStart Energy Explores Cutting-Edge Technology Investment for Electronification in Cambodia
FreshStart Energy, a subsidiary of FreshStart, revealed its keen interest in investing in Cambodia’s energy sector. CEO & President of FreshStart Energy, Mr. Mario Vecchio, conveyed the company’s intent to leverage advanced technology for efficient electricity management in the kingdom. This intention was revealed in a pivotal meeting during the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne, […]
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Enserv Holding Australia Explores Investment in Transformative Sorghum Processing for Biogas & High-Protein Rice in Cambodia
Enserv Holding Australia has conveyed its keen interest in investing in sorghum processing in Cambodia in a meeting with Prime Minister Hun Manet and Mr. Tanachat Pochana, the company’s President, during the ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne on 4 March 2024. The company envisions leveraging sorghum to produce low-calorie, high-protein rice, with an added focus […]
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