Road and Infrastructure
Ground Broken on Phase I of Sihanoukville’s US$243m Deep-Water Container Terminal Project
The commencement of the first phase of an expansive deep-water container terminal project in Sihanoukville has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Samdech Hun Manet. The construction, spearheaded by the Japanese firm TOA Corporation and technically supervised by Nippon Koei and Oriental Consultants Global, is slated for completion in 2026 with an estimated cost exceeding US$243 […]
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Bak Kheng Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 Reaches 95% Completion, Unveiled Next Year
The ambitious second phase of the Bak Kheng water treatment plant is on the brink of realization, with construction reaching an impressive 95% completion, according to an update from the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology, and Innovation on 15 December 2023. Scheduled for inauguration in the first quarter of 2024, this crucial phase aligns with […]
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Five EU Countries Invests €5Billion in “Rail Baltica”, An Unprecedented Model for Global Infrastructure
In a groundbreaking initiative to transform Baltic connectivity, “Rail Baltica” emerges as a trailblazing greenfield rail transport infrastructure project. This ambitious endeavor seeks to seamlessly integrate the Baltic States into the European rail network, involving five European Union countries: Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and indirectly, Finland. A monumental leap in regional development, it stands as […]
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ADB-Funded Wastewater Project in Kampot Enhances Environmental Sustainability with US$20m Investment
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has played a pivotal role by extending a US$20 million loan for the construction of a state-of-the-art sewer system and wastewater treatment plant in Kampot province. The culmination of this impactful project was marked by an official inauguration ceremony on 15 December 2023, attended by key dignitaries, including HE Peng […]
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Gov’t Spearheads Inter-Ministerial Task Force for Phnom Penh Light Rail & Metro Ventures
In a decisive move to propel Cambodia’s urban transportation infrastructure, the Cambodian government has issued a landmark decision, establishing an inter-ministerial task force dedicated to expediting the study and development of the Phnom Penh light rail project connecting to the new airport and the Phnom Penh subway. The decision, dated 17 November 2023, under No. […]
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CRBC Advances Phnom Penh-Siem Reap-Poipet Expressway Project, Anticipates Completion of Feasibility Study in 2024
China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) is conducting a preliminary feasibility study for the Phnom Penh-Siem Reap-Poipet Expressway. The latest update from the first meeting of the Inter-Ministerial Commission held on 13 December, highlighted CRBC’s commitment to completing the feasibility study for the Phnom Penh-Siem Reap section by February and the Siem Reap-Poipet section by […]
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Gov’t Unveils Transformative Irrigation & Drainage System Projects in West Tonle Sap & Phnom Penh
The Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology (MWRM) officially launched the West Tonle Sap Irrigation and Drainage System Rehabilitation Project, showcasing Cambodia’s commitment to agricultural advancement. The event also marked the commencement of the Southwest Phnom Penh Irrigation and Drainage System Rehabilitation Project under Japanese development assistance. The momentous ceremony was presided over by the […]
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SAP Surges Ahead with 20.14% Increase, Notching Profit of US$28 Million in First Nine Months of 2023
In a robust financial performance, Sihanoukville Autonomous Port (SAP) proudly reported a stellar net profit of 117,933,270,000 riels, equivalent to over US$28 million, marking an impressive surge of 20.14% during the initial nine months of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. Delving into the financial details, SAP’s total revenue collection for this period […]
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As Takhmao Techo International Airport achieves 55%, New Phnom Penh Expressway Connection Confirmed
Progress on the construction of the Techo Takhmao International Airport project is currently at 55% with work to date consuming over 50% of the estimated US$1.5 billion project value. The airport is scheduled to commence operations in early 2025, marking a significant milestone in Cambodia’s infrastructure development. Loak Okhna Charlves Vann, Director of Cambodia Airport […]
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While ASEAN Neighbours Grow in EV Industries, What Can Cambodia Do Beyond a Consumer Role?
While neighboring countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are making significant strides in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, Cambodia’s participation in this emerging market has been relatively subdued. The country’s limited activity in EV products can be attributed to several barriers that hinder the development of the EV market. Understanding these challenges and identifying […]
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