Exclusive Interview: IKO International’s Business Strategies in Cambodia

• 25 August 2020
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Roof shingle is an innovative technology in the field of construction or can be considered as a new product for Cambodia. Therefore, to provide knowledge related to this new field, Construction & Property Magazine’s reporter sat down and interviewed with a representative of IKO, a leading international firm specializing in roof shingles. Not only sharing knowledge, but IKO also provides some business strategies as follows:

How do you see the construction sector in Cambodia?

I see a very positive evolution in the construction sector in Cambodia with business development opportunities for IKO. A lot of construction projects are built and planned for development in Phnom Penh, including both residential commercial buildings. For residential roofing, one can see that metal is preferred because it is a lightweight material. An alternative for lightweight roof constructions, roof shingles are a perfect choice: they have an advantage over metal roofing as they absorb a great amount of noise caused by rain, making it the superior option for reducing noise within a building (especially during Monsoon season) when compared to other materials.

What makes IKO interest in the Cambodia construction market?

Besides the light roof advantages and weather resistance (moisture, noise and wind) for the Cambodian construction market, IKO can offer over 50 years of experience and technical expertise in the production of roof shingles, meaning there are billions of m² of IKO Roofing Shingles on roofs, in all climates and all over the world, ranging from freezing polar temperatures in Alaska through to the tropical heat of Africa.

We notice that IKO manufactured high-quality Roof Shingles (roof slate), can you tell us about the product?
Is this new to the Cambodia market?

Yes, this is new for the Cambodian market. IKO offers unique self-adhesive roof shingles of high European quality (corresponding to European CE norm) and manufactured & inspired from the long Canadian tradition and experience.

Does roof Shingles suit with Cambodia construction in such weather and condition?

Absolutely, yes. As mentioned previously, worldwide projects, many consisting of residential buildings in resorts, etc… are located in the South-East Asian area, such as Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia.

Does IKO have any plan to distribute the roof Shingles to Cambodia?

Yes, we have started conversations with several partners. As a worldwide business, IKO is looking for professional, reliable and motivated partners to work with on a long-term basis. IKO gives full marketing and technical support to be able to grow and develop the market together.

IKO is a leading name in high-quality roof shingles. Having earned a solid reputation for its expertise in the production and handling of roof shingles, the company offers a wide range of products. With 31 factories in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, IKO is the world’s largest family-owned (3 generations) manufacturers and exporters of roofing products with worldwide expertise since 1951.

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