EDC Launches Kampong Cham-Kratie 115kv Transmission Line

Electricite du Cambodge (EDC) launched a 115kv transmission line linking Kampong Cham city to Prek Prasob district of Kratie province on Tuesday 7 September and also put into use a new 115/220kv sub-station in Prek Prasob district.

The transmission line and sub-station are part of a cooperation project between Cambodia and France through concessional loans from the French Development Agency (ADF) to EDC to increase the electricity supply nationwide.

According to Freshnews on 7 September, besides these two projects, EDC is also currently constructing another 115kv substation in Steung Trang district in Kampong Cham province with aims to supply power in three districts including Steung Tran, Chamkar Leu, and Krouch Chhmar.

These areas are having rapid development, particularly in the agro-industry sector, which is expected to attract more investment, generate jobs, and increase income to local people. Thus, proper electricity is a priority need.

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