Construction Focus
Revitalising Connectivity: Reconstruction Completed for Collapsed Section of Mondulkiri’s Road 76
In a significant development, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport announced on 5 January 2024, that the reconstruction of Road 76, spanning from PK94 + 080 to PK94 + 150, has been completed and is now open to normal traffic. The section of National Road No. 76 faced a collapse of approximately 166 metres […]
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Svay Rieng’s Ambitious Irrigation Initiatives Set to Benefit Over 200,000 Hectares for Agricultural Livelihoods
In a strategic move to harness the potential of the Mekong River and bolster agricultural productivity, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has successfully initiated two expansive irrigation projects in Svay Rieng province. The combined capacity of the Vaiko Irrigation System and the Dauntoy Irrigation Project exceeds an impressive 200,000 hectares, promising to revolutionize […]
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Powering Progress: Cambodia Surges Ahead with 26 Energy Plants Generating Over 3,400MW
In a landmark achievement for Cambodia’s energy landscape, the nation concludes 2023 with 26 operational energy plants boasting a collective installed capacity of 3,451 megawatts. This significant milestone, revealed by the Ministry of Mines and Energy in a compelling video documentary highlighting key accomplishments in the energy, mines, and oil sectors, underscores Cambodia’s commitment to […]
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Cambodia’s Economic Surge: 2023 Witnesses 44% Spike in Approved Investment Projects
The Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) gave the green light to 268 investment projects in 2023, marking a substantial 44% increase compared to the previous year. This surge in projects includes 247 new ventures and 21 expansions, reflecting a dynamic and expanding business landscape within the country. The total investment capital for these […]
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NEC Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art Office Building Valued at Over US$20m
In a momentous ceremony held on 2 January 2024, HE Prach Chan, Chairman of the National Election Committee (NEC), presided over the groundbreaking event for the NEC’s new office building—a prestigious project valued at over US$21 million. Nestled on Lot 71, Sothearos Street, Sangkat Tonle Bassac, Khan Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh, this iconic structure signifies a […]
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Japan Plans to Build 10k Homes for Digital Nomads as Statistics Reach 1bn by 2035
In a groundbreaking initiative, Mitsubishi Estate has announced its vision to provide accommodation for the growing wave of digital nomads in Japan, aiming to operate 10,000 rental homes by 2030. The real estate giant has recently entered into a licensing agreement with the U.S.-based peer, Blueground Holdings, renowned for its specialised housing services, marking the […]
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Bentley Systems Wins Three Top Honors at the 2023 Construction Computing Awards
Bentley Systems, Incorporated the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced that it won in three categories at the 2023 Construction Computing Awards. Based on readers’ selections in an online poll, a panel of industry-expert judges made the final decisions. The judges chose Bentley’s ProjectWise as “Collaboration Product of the Year 2023.” As Bentley’s flagship application […]
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CDC Invites Chinese Companies to Invest in Designated 1k Hectare of Land Near New Siem Reap Airport
A senior official of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) is paving the way for Chinese investment giant Yunnan Construction Group to establish a special economic zone near the cutting-edge Siem Reap Angkor International Airport. This strategic initiative, anticipated to unfold in 2024, holds the promise of catalysing investments and fostering cross-border economic […]
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Bentley Creates Virtual Singapore in 3D as a Revolutionary Model of Global Urban Design
Bentley Systems has pioneered a groundbreaking virtual application that leverages real-time data to project a 3D map of Singapore, revolutionising the way urban planning is approached. This innovative platform, known as Virtual Singapore, offers a dynamic 3D digital replica of the city-state, built on topographical and real-time, dynamic data. It serves as the authoritative platform […]
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China Spearheads Global 5G with 2.84m Base Stations, Zhejiang Alone has Over 220,000
In a remarkable stride towards technological advancement, Zhejiang province, renowned as an e-commerce hub in East China, has proudly announced the establishment of an extensive network comprising more than 220,000 5G base stations. This revelation was made by Li Min, Deputy Director of the Provincial Economy and Information Technology Department, during the 2023 Yangtze River […]
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