Cambuild?15 Attracts Almost 10,000 Visitors

• Proeksa Meas
• 31 December 2015
• Construction Focus
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CAMBUILD, now in its fifth year as one of Cambodia’s biggest international building, construction and M&E industry shows, attracted over 9,000 trade visitors including architects and professionals from contractor firms, according to the company.

Hosted on 10-12 September 2015 at Cambodia’s iconic Diamond Island Exhibition Center under the theme “Innovation & Solutions on Building, Construction & Infrastructure Development”, the show was hosted by Ministry of Land Management Urban Planning and Construction (MLMUPC) and the Cambodia Constructors Association (CCA). It was organised by Singaporean expo organiser AMB Events Group.

The Board of Engineers Cambodia, Ministry of Commerce and the Cambodia Valuers and Estate Agents Association (CVEA) were the show’s endorsement partners.

CAMBUILD’15 featured over 300 exhibitors from 23 countries including pavilions from China, India, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand and Singapore which showcased the latest technology, equipment and products across over 60,000 square feet.

Like previous years, CAMBUILD’15 grouped together five different industrial sections: CAMWATER’15, an international water and wastewater technology exhibition; CAMSECURITY’15, a security, safety and fire protection exhibition; CIVAR’15, focusing on ventilation and air-conditioning technology; CAMENERGY’15, highlighting electrical engineering; and CAMPROPERTY’15, the Cambodia International Property Show. Various seminars relevant to the five industries were also hosted during the event.

Over the last five years, CAMBUILD has gradually grown from 70 booths in 2010 to 100 booths in 2012, 180 booths in 2013 and to about 350 booths in 2014 and the same in 2015, said Mr. Andrew Siow, AMB Events group director.

“…The international community now sees Cambodia as a potential market for investments in the construction and property sectors,” he said, noting the prominence of Indian investors. He added that, “The show doesn’t only promote the construction and property sectors but it also contributes to the prosperity of other sectors such as the tourism and accommodation industries.”

AMB hopes to extend the 2016 event to be bigger than this year, probably taking up to two halls, according to senior staff member, Mr. Nuon Veasna.

Speaking at the show’s grand opening ceremony, Neak Oknha Pung Kheav Se, CCA chairman said the show is vital it reveals the amount of trade and the internationally-recognised free market of Cambodia. “Today, we can see a wide range of construction equipment, tool products and machinery showcased here are which are mostly imported from many destinations around the globe and are now available in Cambodian market,” he said.

Representing the government, H.E. Phuoeng Sophorn, Secretary of State, MLMUPC welcomed the show’s contribution to the nation’s thriving construction and property industries, asserting that it is a catalyst to formulate many business partnerships and inspire investments from local and international investors in the country.

“This show’s contribution is vital for Cambodia as it has been working hard to promote construction for residential and commercial properties while the economy and political situation are at a healthy stage,” he said. “In line with the booming construction market, it is compulsory to have the latest technology inputs to enhance the productivity and quality of construction to meet international standards.”

According to H.E. Phuoeng Sophorn, investment in Cambodia’s construction sector averaged $2.2 billion annually from 2011 to 2014, while 687 construction-related businesses are currently operating in Cambodia.