Business and Market
Cambodia CCA to Form Large-Scale Business Ties with Malaysian Chamber of Commerce & Biggest Malaysian SME Association
In a pivotal move towards fostering international business ties, the Cambodia Constructors Association (CCA) orchestrated a momentous meeting with the Malaysia-Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) on 8 November 2023. The high-profile meeting, hosted by Oknha Charles Van, representing Neak Oknha Pung Kheav Se, President of CCA, and attended by Mr Dato's Sri Dr Rick Yaw, President of MCCC, marked the...
Read MoreThai Political Situation Impacting Real Estate Sector
Real estate experts have expressed concern over the impact on the sector due to political uncertainty stemming from the May general elections which saw the installation of a new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, despite the Move Forward party winning the most votes. The real estate sector contributes around 10% of Thailand’s GDP, so any negative impact on the launch of new projects and sales has...
Read MoreBentley Systems Announces the 2023 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure Founders’ Honors
SINGAPORE – Oct. 12, 2023 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced the 2023 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure Founders’ Honors. During the 2023 Year in Infrastructure and Going Digital Awards event held today, 15 projects were recognized for Founders’ Honors. With input from senior company executives, Greg Bentley and K...
Read MoreVietnam & 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 t...
Read MoreBentley Systems Recognizes the Year in Infrastructure 2023 as Groundbreaking for Infrastructure Intelligence
Bentley Infrastructure Cloud Compounds Value of Engineering Data; iTwin Capabilities Added to Bentley Open Applications SINGAPORE – Oct. 12, 2023 – At its annual Year in Infrastructure conference, Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, described 2023 as a “groundbreaking year” for infrastructure intelligence. Citing users’ projects, CEO Gre...
Read MoreVN’s VinFast Market Expansion: $400 Million Investment in EV Factories in India and Indonesia
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast is gearing up for a substantial expansion, with plans to establish manufacturing facilities in India and Indonesia. These ambitious moves are backed by a projected $1.2 billion capital infusion from its founder and other investors. VinFast, a Nasdaq-listed company, envisions entering 50 markets worldwide by the close of 2024, according to Asia...
Read MorePrice Wars Drive Mitsubishi Motors Out of China to Move to Southeast Asia
In a strategic move, Mitsubishi Motors has taken the decision to cease automobile production in China. This significant shift in strategy comes as Mitsubishi grapples with sluggish sales in China, primarily attributed to the increasing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and the emergence of local automotive brands. As the curtains close on their Chinese operations, Mitsubishi Motors is poise...
Read MorePositive Signs Emerge: Serviced Apartment & Landed Property Sectors Rebound Slightly in Q3 2023
In a real estate market that has largely remained stagnant, there are promising signs of recovery in the service apartment and landed property sectors. The latest data, released by CBRE Research on 5 October 2023, indicates a subtle shift in market demand. According to the report, the average quoted rent for Grade A serviced apartments has increased by 1%, while Grade B apartments have seen a m...
Read MoreBentley Systems Announces Executive Appointments
Changes Reinforce BSY’s Organizational Sustainability and Contributions to Global Infrastructure Sustainability SINGAPORE – Oct. 11, 2023 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced executive appointments. Kristin Fallon joins Bentley as Chief Marketing Officer, based in Annapolis, Maryland. Most recently, Fallon was Global ...
Read MoreThaiBev to Establish a US$108 Million Beverage Powerhouse in Cambodia
Thai Beverage (ThaiBev), a prominent ASEAN food and beverage conglomerate listed in Singapore, is poised to make a significant mark in Cambodia with a staggering investment of 4 billion baht (equivalent to US$108 million). Their grand plan includes the construction of a state-of-the-art beverage and beer factory, as reported by the Bangkok Post on 4 October 2023. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi, CEO ...
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