Logistics and transportation
Feasibility Shows ‘Okay’ to Bassac – Kampot Waterway
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has announced that the feasibility study of the Tonle Bassac waterway and logistics project has been completed, with no major technical, environmental, or legal issues found. The study was conducted by CCCC Water Transportation Consultants Co., Ltd, and its progress was discussed at a meeting between the […]
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IFC backs two private firms to establish smart logistics hub in Cambodia
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has backed two of the region’s leading logistics companies –WorldBridge Group and YCH Group – to establish a world-class logistics complex in Cambodia. The agreement was signed in February in Singapore by IFC, WorldBridge, and YCH Group, according to a press release. The Cambodia SuperPortTM or the Phnom Penh Logistics […]
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Construction of Stung Bot Khmer-Thai Border Gate Over 58% Complete
The construction of the new Stung Bot international border gate and the road connecting to NR5 has been 58% completed as of September 2022. Secretary of State of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport HE Yit Bonna provided the update figure during the meeting to review the project’s progress on 19 September. The meeting […]
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Cambodia Needs Almost US$50 billion to Implement 330 Projects in the Next Decade
Cambodia will need nearly US$50 billion to implement 330 transportation system projects over the next 10 years, according to HE Sun Chanthol, Minister of Public Works and Transport, during a working meeting with a delegation from CMA CGM (Cambodia) Co., Ltd on 14 June 2022. HE Sun Chanthol said that Cambodia needs to invest nearly […]
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Cambodia-Vietnam Considering Waterway Connection Between Kep & Phu Quoc Island
Cambodian and Vietnamese authorities are discussing the connection of waterway infrastructure between Kep and Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam, to provide more options for tourists. A water link connecting Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island with the Cambodian coast may be a hit with regional tourists but may prove to be a damp squib with Western markets, […]
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Cambodia, World Bank Discusses Strategy to Reduce Logistics Costs in Cambodia
The Ministry of Economic and Finance and the World Bank discussed developing strategies to reduce logistics costs and create a more efficient transportation and logistics system in Cambodia. The discussion took place in a meeting between HE Vongsey Visoth, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister and Secretary of State for the Ministry of Economy and […]
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New Port SHV Terminal Project Phase I to Start Construction at End 2022
The first phase of the new port terminal project in Sihanoukville will begin construction by the end of 2022, which will enable to handle ships carrying more than 4,000 containers. Thay Rithy, Deputy Director-General of Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, said that in recent years, Cambodia’s waterway transport activities have expanded significantly, especially the loading and unloading […]
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Ministry of Public Works Calls for Private Sector on EV Installation Investment
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has invited and welcomed private companies wishing to invest in the establishment or installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, stating that the investment will contribute to promoting the use of emission-free vehicles in Cambodia. The remarks were made by HE Sun Chanthol, Senior Minister, Minister of […]
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Ministry of Public Works Discusses Improving Logistics System
Cambodia-Japan (JICA) held a discussion on 24 May 2022 on six major points to improve the second phase of the project to improve the logistics system in Cambodia. The discussion was chaired by HE Vasim Sorya, Under-Secretary of State, Ministry of Public Works and Transport, and experts of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). HE […]
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WorldBridge Group & YCH Group Enter Partnership for Development of Phnom Penh Logistics Centre
Local firm -WorldBridge Group and Singapore-based YCH Group have entered a partnership on the development of the Phnom Penh Logistics Centre. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding on 03 May at the Ministry of Public Works and Transport in the presence of HE Sun Chanthol, Senior Minister, Minister of Public Works and Transport. […]
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