Construction Focus
Sailun Group to Boost Cambodia’s Rubber Processing Industry with Expanded Investment
Chinese tire manufacturing giant Sailun Group has announced a substantial plan to increase its investment in Cambodia’s rubber processing industry, aiming to expand the output of its Svay Rieng-based tire factory. This key decision was highlighted during discussions between Yuan Zhongxue, Honorary Chairman of Sailun Group, and PM Hun Manet at the 8th Greater Mekong […]
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Chinese Firm Expands Investment with New Cashew Processing Plant in Cambodia
Shandong (Cambodia) Economic and Technological Development Zone, a major Chinese agricultural firm, has announced a substantial capital increase to establish a new cashew processing plant in Cambodia, further advancing its agricultural production footprint. This decision was revealed during a meeting on 6 November 2024 between Cambodian PM HE Hun Manet and Mr. Wu Yu Jie, […]
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Techo Int’l Airport Nears Completion at Over 90%, Already Costs USD 1.3 Billion
The Techo International Airport project has surpassed 90% completion as of early November 2024, with construction costs exceeding USD 1.3 billion. This milestone was announced by HE Sinn Chansery Vutha, Secretary of State and Spokesman for the Secretariat of State for Civil Aviation, on 6 November 2024. HE confirmed that major construction would conclude by […]
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NR No. 48 Rehabilitation Progresses to 67.45% Completion, Targeting Full Upgrade by 2025
The rehabilitation and upgrade project for Cambodia’s NR No. 48, spanning 148 km from Sre Ambel to Koh Kong, has reached 67.45% completion as of 6 November 2024, according to an update from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. Efforts are currently focused on advanced asphalt concrete (AC) ironing along the route to ensure […]
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Chinese Investment in Cambodian Manufacturing Surpasses USD 9 Billion, with 1,273 Factories Established
Cambodia’s manufacturing sector now hosts 1,273 factories funded by Chinese investors, representing a total investment of over USD 9 billion and accounting for 45.49% of the country’s overall foreign investment capital. The details were highlighted in a meeting between the Minister of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation, HE Hem Vanndy, and China’s Ambassador to Cambodia, […]
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Cambodia’s Major Steps in Wastewater Management as 122 Factories Commit to Automated Liquid Waste Control
A total of 122 Cambodian factories and enterprises have agreed to install automated monitoring systems for liquid waste control, aligning with national environmental regulations. As of October 2024, five factories have fully installed and activated these self-monitoring systems, while 10 others are currently under contract for installation, according to an announcement by the Ministry of […]
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ADB Commits USD 400 Million Large-Scale Financing for Clean Water and Sanitation in Cambodia by 2025
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has pledged a transformative USD 400 million Large-Scale Financing (MFF) project to advance clean water and sanitation infrastructure across Cambodia, targeting approval by the end of 2025. This announcement follows the success of an ongoing USD 119 million Provincial Water Supply and Sanitation Project currently active in the provinces of […]
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ADB Invests USD 80 Million in Climate-Resilient Schools to Transform Cambodian Education
To strengthen Cambodia’s secondary education sector, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 80 million loan to construct climate-resilient school buildings and expand educational resources nationwide. This update was confirmed in a press release from the Angkor Institute on 31 October 2024. This initiative aims to address Cambodia’s low high school enrolment rate […]
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Cambodia Launches 250km Border Ring Road with Nearly USD 27 Million in People-Driven Funding
Cambodia has commenced construction on a 250-kilometre border ring road funded by the Foundation for Border Infrastructure Development (FBID), backed by nearly USD 27 million in donations. Officially launched on 1 November 2024, this crucial infrastructure project is expected to be completed by April 2027, according to HE Kim Bunthan, Chairman of the FBID, at […]
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Blyncsy Publishes Map of U.S. Interstate Highways Showing Roadway Assets to Enhance Safety, Maintenance, and Accelerate the Digital Infrastructure Movement Nationally
Blyncsy empowers state DOTs with the ability to monitor and compare—in near real-time—the status of any major highway in the continental U.S. with their existing data for more informed decision-making. PHILADELPHIA — 2024 AASHTO Annual Meeting & Expo — October 29, 2024 — Blyncsy, a Bentley Systems Inc. (Nasdaq: BSY) company, today announced it published a comprehensive public […]
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