Construction Focus
Engineering Wonders of the World: Highest Railway Bridge on Earth Nears Completion in India
This article is the first in our new Engineering Wonders of The World series. The world’s highest railway bridge is in a rugged, mountainous area of northern India – and it is a sight to behold. Hovering 1,170 feet above the Chenab River in the Kashmir Valley of the Himalayas, the steel, arch-supported bridge is […]
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Phnom Penh-Bavet Expressway, a key contender in the Road and Highway Project in 2024 Going Digital Awards
Phnom Penh-Bavet Expressway Project has been shortlisted for the prestigious Going Digital Awards in the 2024 Year in Infrastructure Event, announced by Bentley Systems on 15 August 2024. This announcement highlights the project’s innovative use of technology and engineering excellence, positioning it as a frontrunner in the global infrastructure arena. Every year, the Year in […]
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VINCI Secures Management of Techo International Airport, Expanding Presence in Cambodia’s Aviation Sector
French conglomerate VINCI has successfully acquired the management rights for the Techo International Airport in Takhmao City, further expanding its footprint in Cambodia’s aviation sector. The company, which already operates Phnom Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, and Sihanoukville International Airport, has now added the Techo Takhmao International Airport to its portfolio. This acquisition […]
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Construction of the Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge to Begin in Early 2025
The highly anticipated Cambodia-Korea Friendship Bridge, which will connect Phnom Penh’s Chroy Changvar area to the Areyaksat night market in Kandal province, is set to break ground in 2025. According to HE Phan Rim, spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, the ministry has approved the final report on the project, marking a […]
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Techo Takhmao International Airport Nears Completion with 82% of Construction Finalised
The ambitious construction project of Techo Takhmao International Airport, a Class 4F facility with an initial investment of USD 1.5 billion, is now 82% complete, according to AMS Central media on 27 August 2024. His Excellency Mao Havnall, Spokesman of Civil Aviation, confirmed that the remaining construction work, less than 20%, is on track to […]
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New Bridge Planned to Enhance Traffic Flow in Kampot Province & Boost Tourism
The Kampot provincial authorities have announced plans to construct a new bridge across the Kampong Bay canal to alleviate traffic congestion and improve accessibility for both local and international tourists, particularly around the base of the Kampot Prek Bridge, which has been exacerbated by rising tourist numbers during weekends and major national holidays, as reported […]
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Cambodia Raises Nearly USD 11m for Border Ring Road Construction from Patriotic Citizens
By 8pm on 28 August 2024, the Border Infrastructure Fund, dedicated to the construction of Cambodia’s border ring road, had accumulated nearly USD 11 million in donations from over 180,000 philanthropists, reflecting a strong spirit of national unity and commitment to national development. This significant contribution was announced by the Ministry of Information on 29 […]
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Canada-ASEAN Business Council Eyes Agro-Industrial Investments in Cambodia
The Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) is actively exploring investment opportunities in Cambodia’s burgeoning agro-industrial sector, underscoring the nation’s potential as a hub for agricultural and food industry growth. This initiative was discussed during a meeting on 28 August 2024 between HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and First Vice President of the Council for the […]
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Cambodia Seeks Japanese Assistance for Major Upgrade of NR No. 1 to Ease Traffic Flow
Cambodia has officially requested support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to upgrade NR No. 1, a key route stretching from Phnom Penh to Phnom Penh Autonomous Port, in a bid to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance the transportation of goods. This proposal was discussed during a meeting between the Ministry of Public Works […]
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Cambodian Gov’t Sets Ambitious USD 13bn Loan Ceiling Over Five Years
The Cambodian government has unveiled a comprehensive public debt management strategy for 2024-2028, setting a borrowing limit of up to US$13.5 billion over the next five years. This strategic plan outlines annual borrowing from financial institutions and foreign development partners, ranging between US$2.3 billion and US$2.7 billion. According to the new strategy, while the government […]
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