Construction Focus
Charting a Transit Revolution: Siem Reap’s Light Rail Dream Gains Feasibility Study Momentum
The grand vision of introducing a modern light rail system to Siem Reap inches closer to reality as the project advances into the crucial phase of data collection and impact assessment. A consultative meeting held on 23 August 2023, between Siem Reap provincial authorities and China Metro, a Chinese infrastructure company, marked another milestone in the journey toward revolutionizing the city's t...
Read MoreSave The Lives to Build Sustainable Plastic Cement Brick Factory in Siem Reap
A groundbreaking initiative poised to redefine waste management and environmental sustainability is taking shape in Siem Reap. Save The Lives (Cambodia) Co., Ltd, a trailblazing entity in the realm of social responsibility, is set to establish an innovative urban solid waste recycling plant on over 5 hectares of land. The vision to convert waste into plastic cement bricks is gaining momentum, alig...
Read MoreEternal Splendour Revived: APSARA Authority’s Restoration of Preah Khan Temple
The APSARA Authority has embarked on the second phase of the meticulous restoration of Preah Khan temple while preserving the ancient architectural style. Building upon the triumphant completion of the initial phase in October 2022, this endeavor reflects Cambodia's enduring commitment to preserving its cultural heritage. The Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts unveiled their plan in an authoritativ...
Read MoreSamrong Blvd. Connecting NR5 to Ring Road3 Officially Inaugurated
Samrong Blvd., situated adjacent to Samrong Village Borey in Khan Prek Pnov, Phnom Penh, was officially inaugurated on Monday 21 August presided over by Samdech Hun Sen, Hosting Prime Minister of Cambodia, and Samdech Kittipritthbandit and attended by HE Khuong Sreng, Governor of the Board of Governors of Phnom Penh. The newly unveiled infrastructure, spanning 5.2km and boasting a width of 30 m...
Read MoreThai Energy Giant Set to Invest US$100 Million in Cambodian Oil Depot
A well-known Thai gas company SET-Listed PTT Oil and Retail (OR) is poised to infuse approximately US$100 million into the construction of a substantial oil depot in Cambodia. This bold venture, announced by Chairman and CEO Disathat Panyarachun, comes as a testament to OR's commitment to both Cambodia's economic resurgence post-pandemic and its overarching expansion strategy. The genesis of th...
Read MoreNR 33 Rehabilitation Surpasses Expectations with Over 35% Completion Ahead of Schedule
The rehabilitation and enhancement project of NR 33 has surged ahead, surpassing anticipated benchmarks by an impressive margin of 35.12%. The infrastructure initiative, executed by China Bridge and Road Corporation (CRBC), has not only defied time constraints but also underscored the potential for swift infrastructure advancements in Cambodia. Elevating the significance of this achievement, HE...
Read MoreSamrong Blvd. Sets to Redefine Urban Connectivity Upon Inauguration on 21 August
The eagerly awaited Samrong Boulevard is preparing for an official inauguration. Spanning an impressive 5.2km, this meticulously crafted concrete thoroughfare is destined to become the iconic new face of the northern reaches of the city. With a breadth of 30 meters and flanked by spacious 9-meter lanes on either side, Samrong Boulevard is poised to seamlessly link NR 5 to the Third Ring Road throu...
Read MoreUS$1m Landfill in Svay Rieng City Handed Over to Svay Rieng Provincial Administration
Marking a profound investment in a cleaner and greener future, a cutting-edge solid waste landfill, valued at over US$1 million and spanning an expansive 4 hectares, has been entrusted to the stewardship of Svay Rieng Provincial Administration. The new facility was officially opened and handed over by HE Sao Sopheap, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Environment, on 17 August 2023. HE Seng ...
Read MoreEU Reaffirms US$1.5 Billion to Catalyse Cambodia’s Development
The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its unwavering dedication to Cambodia's advancement, earmarking an impressive Euro 1.43 billion (equivalent to US$1.5 billion) for pivotal developmental pursuits which was announced in a Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation press release on 16 August 2023. This substantial financial commitment takes centre stage in the Common European ...
Read MoreGov’t Bans Fishing & Docking Near Submarine Power Lines
The Preah Sihanouk Provincial Administration has instituted a significant measure prohibiting fishing and docking activities at specific locations along the submarine power lines concealed beneath the seabed in Sihanoukville and Koh Kong provinces effective from 16 August 2023. This regulatory action, born out of a proactive stance towards safeguarding the country's maritime assets, has far-rea...
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