Road and Infrastructure
Robert Street Bridge Rehab Pioneers Cutting-Edge Digital Innovations in Bridge Engineering
Robert Street Bridge Rehab Pioneers Cutting-Edge Digital Innovations in Bridge Engineering Historic Bridge Renovation Utilises Artificial Intelligence & Digital Twins to Enhance Inspection Process For nearly a century, the iconic rainbow arch of the Robert Street Bridge has stood as a landmark in St. Paul, Minnesota. This Moderne-style structure has not only been a significant […]
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Thai Transport Minister Unveils Ambitious US$27bn Land Bridge Project to Chinese Investors
Thailand’s Transport Minister, Suriya Jungrungreangkit, recently promoted a US$27 billion land bridge project to Chinese investors in Beijing, aiming to alleviate congestion in the Malacca Strait, the world’s busiest sea corridor. The Nation newspaper reports that the proposed plan involves constructing two deepwater ports on either side of the Thai isthmus, connected by a 100km […]
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Kampong Speu Irrigation Projects Nearing Completion: Roleang Chrey Canal at 60%, Tasal Reservoir at 90%
Significant progress has been made on critical irrigation projects in Kampong Speu province, according to an inspection visit by HE Bun Hean, Secretary of State and Chairman of the Project Inspection Unit of the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, on 15 May 2024. The rehabilitation of the Tasal Reservoir and the North Roleang Chrey […]
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Australia Pours US$6.6m into Cambodia’s Water Development Fund
In a significant move to bolster Cambodia’s water infrastructure and management capabilities, Australia has pledged AUD10 million (US$6.6 million) to establish a dedicated water development fund, according to a meeting held on 13 May 2024 between HE Hem Vandy, Cambodia’s Minister of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation, and HE Pablo Kang, Chargé d’Affaires of the […]
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A New Frontier for Conservation: US$520k Canal Project to Shield Techo Sen Russey Trep National Park
In a significant conservation effort, the Royal Academy of Cambodia unveiled plans on 5 May 2024 for the construction of a 52-kilometre-long canal to safeguard the expansive Techo Sen Russey Trep National Park. Spanning 6 metres in width and 2.5 metres in depth, this ambitious US$520,000 project aims to encircle and protect over 10,000 hectares […]
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49km of Kratie Province Roads Revitalisation Hits Midway Mark: 53% Completion in Infrastructure Enhancement
As of 8 May 2024, the Kratie Provincial Administration has reported a significant milestone in the enhancement of its transportation infrastructure, with the rehabilitation project of two main provincial roads reaching approximately 53% completion. Spanning nearly 49 km, Provincial Road No. 377 and Road 377A are undergoing extensive improvements to bolster the quality and maintenance […]
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Revitalising Kampot: AZ Group to Invest Up to US$10m in International Tourist Port
AZ Builder, a subsidiary of the prominent Cambodian AZ Group, is set to invest between US$5 million and US$10 million in the rehabilitation of the Kampot International Tourist Port, a project that has faced delays since its inception in 2022. This strategic investment aims to rejuvenate the port, enhancing its accessibility for ships by deepening […]
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Kratie’s Mekong River Bridges Approach Halfway Mark in US$111m Project
The ambitious project to construct bridges across the Mekong River in Kratie province, valued at US$111 million, has surged ahead, with completion surpassing 49% as of early May 2024 while the road connection component stands at an impressive 36.24%. This milestone was confirmed by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport’s official Facebook page on […]
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Phnom Penh Drainage & Diversion Project Reaches 60% Completion
The project aimed at draining water and diverting flows from Phnom Penh to rehabilitate 10 canals spanning 260 kilometres has achieved a significant milestone, reaching 60% completion. This update comes directly from the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology on 4 May 2024, marking substantial progress in addressing flooding issues in the nearby provinces. During […]
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Deputy PM Assures No Adverse Impact on Vietnam as Cambodia Forecasts Canal Project to Save Nearly US$600m
The volume of water diverted by the Funan Techo canal relative to the overall flow of the Mekong River is negligible, ensuring no adverse effects on Cambodia’s environment and neighbouring regions, including Vietnam. This affirmation comes from HE Sun Chanthol, Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy PM and First President of the Council for the Development […]
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