Road and Infrastructure
PM Hun Manet Calls for Railway Speed Upgrade to 80 km/h
In a visionary move to enhance Cambodia’s railway infrastructure, Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet has called for the acceleration of the country’s railway network, urging the Ministry of Public Works and Transport to reevaluate and upgrade the maximum speed of trains from 50 km per hour to an impressive 80 km per hour. During a […]
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PP-SHV Expressway Extends 20% Discount for ETC & ANPR Users to Mark One-Year Anniversary
As Cambodia’s Phnom Penh-Sihanoukville Expressway celebrates its one-year anniversary, the PP-SHV Expressway Company has made the decision to maintain its current fee structure for another year, offering a substantial 20% discount to Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) users. The announcement, which carries significant benefits for commuters, was made by His […]
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Techo International Airport Nears Full Operation as Runways and Infrastructure Achieve 100% Completion
The horizon of Cambodia’s aviation landscape has been steadily changing, and a significant milestone has been reached. As of 4 November 2023, the runway and all associated infrastructure at Techo International Airport have been finalised and completed. This announcement underscores the tireless efforts and dedication invested in this transformative project. The momentous achievement was confirmed […]
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Boeung Choeung Ek Wastewater Treatment Plant at 99% Completion, Promising a Cleaner Future
In an extraordinary feat of engineering and environmental stewardship, the construction of the Boeung Choeung Ek Water Treatment Plant, with an estimated value exceeding US$20 million, has reached an impressive 99% completion as of October 30, 2023, and is poised for full operational status by November 2023. This remarkable progress report was unveiled by the […]
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Vietnam & Cambodia Collaborate to Boost Trade Efficiency and Reduce Shipping Costs
Vietnam’s Saigon Newport and Cambodia’s Phnom Penh Autonomous Port (PPAP) have joined forces to foster sustainable business development and further invigorate economic and trade growth, cementing the rapport between these two nations. During the official signing ceremony on 28 October 2023, Ms. Her Panin, Deputy Director General overseeing the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port Operations, emphasized […]
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NR 33 Rehabilitation Gains Momentum: 40% Completion Ready for Sea Festival
Progress on the rehabilitation of Cambodia’s vital National Road 33 is well underway, with completion inching closer to reality. As of 27 October 2023, the ambitious project, aimed at enhancing the quality of this crucial transport artery, has reached nearly 40% completion. This substantial achievement underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring the road is ready […]
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Preah Monivong Flyover Fast-Tracks for Early 2024 Debut, Expanding Phnom Penh’s Skyway Landscape
The construction of the Preah Monivong flyover, a project valued at over US$36.7 million, is slated to reach its first-phase completion and become operational ahead of schedule. Instead of the initially planned date of August 2024, this essential infrastructure is now projected to be available for public use before the Khmer New Year in 2024, […]
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ADB Commits to Boosting Investment in Cambodia’s Irrigation & Climate Resilience
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding investment in Cambodia’s irrigation and climate resilience efforts. This vital commitment was solidified during a high-level meeting held on 26 October 2023, between Cambodia’s Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology, HE Thor Chetha, and Lok Chumteav Lyotsana Varma, Director General of the Asian Development […]
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Transforming Koh Tonsay: Tourism Port Reaches the Halfway Mark on the Road to Progress
The enchanting allure of Koh Tonsay Island, nestled more than 4 kilometers off the shores of Kep province, is on the brink of transformation. The construction of the much-anticipated tourist port on this pristine island has reached a significant milestone, with completion now standing at an impressive 50%, marking remarkable progress since the project commenced […]
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Chinese Railway Company Commits Over US$5bn for Ambitious Cambodian Railway Network Expansion
China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) is poised to propel Cambodia’s infrastructure development forward with a colossal investment exceeding US$5.3 billion, spanning a total of 53 strategic projects. The Chairman of the Board of Directors of CRCC, Mr Wang Jianping, unveiled this ambitious vision during an audience with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet in Beijing on […]
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