Construction Focus
Japan Commits US$50m to Expand Phnom Penh’s Electricity Infrastructure
The Japanese government has committed to lending 8 billion yen (US$50 million) to expand Phnom Penh’s electricity grid. This announcement came following the visit of Japan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mrs. Kami Kawayoko, to Cambodia from 5 to 6 July 2024. During her visit, Mrs. Kami Kawayoko met with Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of […]
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NR No 7 Expansion Project Reaches 20% Completion Milestone
The project to expand and upgrade National Road No. 7 into four lanes from the Skun roundabout to the base of the Kizuna Bridge has achieved 20% completion. PM Hun Manet announced this progress during the National Fish Day ceremony on 1 July 2024. PM Hun Manet also mentioned that the working group has addressed […]
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Cambodia’s 44 SEZs Drive Almost 200k Job Creation & Economic Growth
Cambodia currently boasts 44 special economic zones (SEZs), generating nearly 200,000 employment opportunities. This was highlighted by HE Chea Vuthy, Secretary General of the Cambodian Investment Committee of the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC), during a meeting on 2 July 2024 with a delegation from Greenleaf Sci. & Tech Group Co., Ltd., led […]
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Tycoon Mong Reththy Completes 9.2km Lorry Street, Set to Open for Tourists Soon
Two lorry roads – small local trains – with a total length of 9,200 metres, including the first and second stations, as well as three tunnels in the Mong Reththy Sen Chey agro-tourism development resort, have been completed. This significant milestone is set to enhance the resort’s accessibility and visitor experience, according to the official […]
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20km Irrigation Expansion Project in Svay Rieng Achieves 20% Milestone
The ambitious project to expand the irrigation capacity and flood protection of the Prek O Damrey Cross-Prek Thmey irrigation system in Kampong Ror district, Svay Rieng province, has reached 20% completion. This significant progress was announced by the Svay Rieng Provincial Administration on 4 July 2024. Key aspects of the project include: Rehabilitating the 8,287-meter-long […]
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US$10bn Project to Connect China-Singapore Railway Unveiled by Chinese Premier
China’s Premier Li Qiang has announced an ambitious US$10 billion project to link thousands of kilometres of railways from Malaysia to China, through Thailand and Laos, culminating in a connection to Singapore. This announcement was made during his three-day official visit to Malaysia, marking the 50th anniversary of China-Malaysia diplomatic relations, according to Reuters on […]
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CRBC Readies Equipment for Upcoming Mekong River Bridge Construction
China Road Bridge Corporation (CRBC) is preparing to commence the construction of the highly anticipated Mekong River Bridge, bringing in drilling equipment, machinery, and construction materials from China. The project marks a significant infrastructural development for Cambodia. HE Phan Rim, Spokesman for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, announced on 6 July that CRBC […]
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Nicholas Cumins Takes Charge as CEO of Bentley Systems, Ushering in a New Era
Following the CEO transition plan previously announced by Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), Nicholas Cumins today takes charge as CEO. Cumins succeeds Greg Bentley, the eldest of the five brothers who founded Bentley Systems, who becomes Executive Chair of its Board of Directors. Cumins is the first CEO in the company’s 40-year history who is […]
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Pioneering Sustainable Building Practices: Archetype Cambodia Office Achieves LEED Gold Certification
Archetype Cambodia, a leading architectural and engineering consultancy, has been awarded the prestigious LEED Green Building Rating System Certification, achieving a Gold level under the v4.1 Operations and Maintenance: Interiors rating system. This recognition showcases the company’s dedication to environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, and sustainability, leading the green journey of the construction industry in Cambodia. […]
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Rehabilitation & Expansion of NR No. 4 Reaches 55% Completion
As of the end of June 2024, the ambitious project to rehabilitate and expand NR No. 4 from Bek Chan commune in Kandal province to Bit Trang commune in Prey Nob district, Preah Sihanouk province, has achieved 54.80% completion. This significant milestone was confirmed by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport on their official […]
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