Road and Infrastructure
Cambodia Seeks Japanese Support for Vital Flood Protection and Irrigation Rehabilitation Projects
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MWRM) has initiated discussions with Japan, seeking assistance for three pivotal projects focused on flood protection and irrigation restoration. This request came to light during a meeting between HE Tho Chetha, the Minister of MWRM, and HE UENO Atsushi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan, along with Mr […]
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Contemporary Technology Uses Ancient Technology Wisdom: Pyxis Ocean Ships Sailing from China to Brazil, World Navigation Revolution
In a remarkable fusion of time-honored maritime wisdom and cutting-edge technology, the winds of innovation are propelling a transformation in cargo shipping. Echoing the era when sail-powered vessels navigated the world’s oceans, a pioneering cargo ship, Pyxis Ocean, is preparing to set sail on an unprecedented voyage from China to Brazil, unfurling its colossal sails […]
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Korea’s Expertise Fuels Cambodia’s Ambitions: Development of Maritime Aid Master Plan in Full Swing
A distinguished team of experts from the Korea Maritime Aid Institute is lending their support to Cambodia in crafting a comprehensive master plan for Maritime Aid within the Kingdom of Cambodia. This milestone endeavor took center stage during a strategic meeting on 28 August 2023. The meeting served as a pivotal platform to meticulously scrutinize […]
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Koh Pich-Koh Norea Bridge Nears Completion: Connection Set for 10 September with Milestone 92% Achieved
As Phnom Penh continues to mark impressive milestones in urban infrastructure, the much-anticipated Koh Pich-Koh Norea Bridge is poised to become a tangible symbol of connectivity. The cable-stayed concrete bridge, seamlessly linking Koh Pich and Koh Norea, is set to achieve a significant feat on 10 September 2023, with completion progress reaching an impressive 92%. […]
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MPWT Collaborates with Australian Experts to Enhance Road Infrastructure Design
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) has embarked on a partnership with Australian expert teams to incorporate advanced pavement design techniques. This endeavor addresses escalating traffic demands and bolsters the infrastructural resilience against evolving climate conditions. On 28 August, a pivotal stakeholder consultation workshop centered on Pavement Design Specification was convened, gathering key […]
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Elon Musk’s Hyperloop Vision: Revolutionizing Travel Faster Than Sound in Next Decade
In a groundbreaking leap towards revolutionising transportation, Elon Musk’s hyperloop concept is hurtling closer to reality. With a triumphant human test ride successfully conducted in November 2020, the horizon for its realisation could be less than a decade away, according to BusinessInsider on 23 July 2023. The genesis of the hyperloop’s popularity traces back to […]
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Battambang Authorities Embark on 5,000m Canal Restoration Project to Mitigate Urban Flooding
In an ambitious bid to tackle urban flooding, the Battambang provincial authorities have unveiled a visionary plan to rejuvenate the Kampong Seima canal. Stretching over an impressive 5,000 meters, this significant waterway will undergo a transformation, complemented by the construction of 2-meter-wide box drains. The project, announced during a pivotal meeting on 21 August 2023, […]
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Charting a Transit Revolution: Siem Reap’s Light Rail Dream Gains Feasibility Study Momentum
The grand vision of introducing a modern light rail system to Siem Reap inches closer to reality as the project advances into the crucial phase of data collection and impact assessment. A consultative meeting held on 23 August 2023, between Siem Reap provincial authorities and China Metro, a Chinese infrastructure company, marked another milestone in […]
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Samrong Blvd. Connecting NR5 to Ring Road3 Officially Inaugurated
Samrong Blvd., situated adjacent to Samrong Village Borey in Khan Prek Pnov, Phnom Penh, was officially inaugurated on Monday 21 August presided over by Samdech Hun Sen, Hosting Prime Minister of Cambodia, and Samdech Kittipritthbandit and attended by HE Khuong Sreng, Governor of the Board of Governors of Phnom Penh. The newly unveiled infrastructure, spanning […]
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NR 33 Rehabilitation Surpasses Expectations with Over 35% Completion Ahead of Schedule
The rehabilitation and enhancement project of NR 33 has surged ahead, surpassing anticipated benchmarks by an impressive margin of 35.12%. The infrastructure initiative, executed by China Bridge and Road Corporation (CRBC), has not only defied time constraints but also underscored the potential for swift infrastructure advancements in Cambodia. Elevating the significance of this achievement, HE […]
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