Construction Focus
Chinese Firm Secures Contract to Develop Pumping Station for Key Cambodian Provinces
In a significant development for Cambodia’s water sector, the renowned Beijing Urban Construction Group Co., Ltd (BUCG), a prominent Chinese state-owned company, has been awarded the contract to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study and design a cutting-edge pumping station. The station will harness water resources from the mighty Mekong River, incorporating advanced water treatment systems […]
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Vietnam Unveils Remarkable US$82 Million Investment in the Tallest Steel Arch Bridge
Vietnam has made a significant investment exceeding US$82 million towards the construction of an awe-inspiring steel arch bridge, poised to become the tallest of its kind, with an impressive height of 87 meters above the water level. The eagerly anticipated Phat Tich Bridge, situated in the northern province of Bac Ninh, spans across the majestic […]
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China Delays Floating Nuclear Power Plant Project in South China Sea Citing Security Concerns
China has opted to postpone its plans to construct a floating nuclear power plant in the South China Sea due to concerns over security, as reported by the South China Morning Post. Despite being poised for construction, the final approval to proceed with the nation’s first floating nuclear power plant has been withheld by regulators. […]
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Cambodia Witnesses Surge in Industrial Growth: Nearly 60 New Factories Registered in 2023
In a remarkable display of industrial expansion, the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation has registered an impressive 58 new industrial plants as of May 2023. This development propels the total number of operational industrial factories in Cambodia to a noteworthy 1,999. Highlighting the robust performance of the industrial sector, HE Heng Sokkung, Secretary […]
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Efficiency Enhanced: Port EDI System Mandated for Ships Entering Cambodian Ports
Cambodia government has recently implemented a significant regulatory measure, mandating that all ships entering Cambodian ports, including the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port, Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, and other ports, must apply for a permit through the Port Electronic Data Exchange (Port EDI) system. This initiative, established under Sub-Decree No. 112 issued on 1st June 2023, aims […]
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WANLI TIRE, A Giant company from Guangzhou China, Explores Lucrative Investment Prospects in Cambodian Tire Production
In a significant move that could boost Cambodia’s manufacturing market, WANLI TIRE CORPORATION LIMITED, a prominent tire manufacturer based in Guangzhou and Hebei, People’s Republic of China, has expressed keen interest in investing in tire production within Cambodia. During a meeting held on May 30, 2023, HE Chea Vuthy, Deputy Secretary General of the Cambodian […]
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Cambodia Attracts Major Investments: Electric and Office Furniture Factories Set to Boost Economic Growth
In a significant development for Cambodia’s industrial landscape, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) has granted investment project registration certificates to three companies, signaling a combined investment worth US$23.2 million. The Board of Investment of Cambodia, under the CDC, announced these investments in Svay Rieng and Sihanoukville on May 30, 2023. Among the […]
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IFC Initiates Study for Sihanoukville Logistics Center, Paving the Way for Enhanced Trade Connectivity in Cambodia
The Sihanoukville Logistics Center (SLC) project is set to transform trade and logistics in Cambodia, with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank leading the study. Following signing an agreement with the Ministry of Public Works and Transport in April, the project is on track for completion by the end of November. In […]
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S. Korea and Cambodia Forge Stronger Partnerships in Logistics Development
South Korea is set to bolster its collaboration with Cambodia in advancing the development of the logistics sector, with a focus on attracting Korean investors to the Kingdom. This vision was discussed during a meeting between HE Sun Chanthol, Minister of Public Works and Transport, and HE Park Jung-Wook, the newly appointed Korean Ambassador to […]
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Cambodia-Korea Collaborate to Enhance Border Infrastructure Development at Tro Pang Sre
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport, in partnership with the UCAK International Building Association (ICAK) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Delivery of the Republic of Korea (MOLIT), has embarked on a significant project aimed at advancing border infrastructure at Tro Pang Sre. This collaborative effort between Cambodia and Korea seeks to bolster […]
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