Infrastructure & PPPs in Singapore, Laos and Cambodia - Q3 2025 Update

SINGAPORE, LAOS and CAMBODIA advanced sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and connectivity initiatives during the quarter. Singapore progressed in decarbonisation and digitalisation through electric tugboats, e-bus expansion, autonomous shuttles, and carbon capture studies. The country is also seeing developments in green logistics, an AI-ready data centre, and partnerships in offshore renewables, hydrogen, and green shipping. Laos strengthened international cooperations in green energy and agriculture and neared completion of Southeast Asia’s largest wind farm. The country launched projects for climate-smart farming, transport connectivity, and healthcare (including with DFI support). Cambodia opened the Techo International Airport, expanded Phnom Penh’s water system, approved a new airport in Ratanakiri, and upgraded its power grid for renewables.

Collectively, these developments highlight the region’s growing focus on sustainability, resilience, and cross-border cooperation.

Read the latest developments in Infrastructure and PPPs in the three countries in our latest insight.

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SINGAPORE

SINGAPORE LAUNCHES FIRST FULLY ELECTRIC TUGBOAT

The Government of Singapore has launched its first fully electric tugboat, marking a key step in the country’s maritime decarbonisation efforts. Developed by the Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA) and led by Kuok Maritime Group, the PXO-ACE-1 tug was built by PaxOcean Group and features a 3 MWh lithium-titanium-oxide battery system. It is also designed to support green methanol and ammonia fuels in the future.

The zero-emission vessel is expected to begin operations in early 2026, aligning with Singapore’s goal for all new harbor craft to be fully electric or net-zero compatible by 2030. The tug is equipped with a digital twin for real-time analytics and efficiency tracking. CSA aims to invest over SGD 20 Mn (USD 15.57 Mn) in sustainability initiatives over the next decade to cut vessel emissions by 50% and reduce marine traffic by 20%.

LTA RECEIVES 21 BIDS FOR TENDER TO SUPPLY 660 E-BUSES

Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) has attracted 21 bids—the highest to date—for its tender to procure 660 electric buses as part of the country’s ongoing push toward a cleaner public transport system. The tender, which closed on June 26, 2025, includes 360 three-door single-deck buses and 300 three-door double-deckers, slated for progressive delivery by end-2027.

This procurement forms part of LTA’s broader goal to electrify half of Singapore’s public bus fleet by 2030. As of March 31, 2025, there were 5,871 registered public buses, most still running on diesel or hybrid engines. In 2024, LTA committed to purchasing over 2,000 electric buses by 2029–30. The first 60 electric buses arrived in 2018, supplied by Yutong, BYD, and ST Engineering (in collaboration with Finland’s Linkker). In 2023, LTA awarded a USD 166.4 Mn contract for 360 electric single-deckers to BYD and Cycle & Carriage (with Zhongtong). A follow-up purchase of 60 additional units brought the total to 420 electric buses, all expected to be deployed by end-2025.

This transition aligns with Singapore’s ambition to reduce land transport emissions by 80% by 2050, from a 2016 peak of 7.7 million tonnes CO₂e to 1.54 million tonnes, supporting the country’s net-zero goal by mid-century.

SINGAPORE TO LAUNCH SELF-DRIVING PUBLIC SHUTTLES IN PUNGGOL BY Q4 2025

The Government of Singapore will roll out autonomous shuttles in Punggol by the Q4 of 2025, marking the first phase of a broader plan to integrate self-driving vehicles into the public transport network over the next five years. 

Initial routes in Punggol are being finalised based on resident feedback to improve first- and last-mile access, particularly between Punggol West and amenities in the east, such as the wet market and polyclinic, and vice versa to transport hubs. The services will begin with limited, fixed-route operations within Housing Board estates and will not carry passengers immediately. Shuttles will be deployed with onboard safety officers and run at controlled speeds until the public grows more familiar with them.

The Ministry of Transport is in talks with multiple autonomous vehicle developers, including firms like WeRide, Pony.ai, and Waymo. The focus is on small multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) with doors on both sides, due to their adaptability and availability. The services are expected to be priced between public bus and ride-hailing fares.

Punggol was selected as the launch site due to its modern road infrastructure and established travel patterns. If successful, the service could expand to other areas such as Tengah by early 2026. The initiative runs parallel to Land Transport Authority’s (LTA) upcoming trial of autonomous buses on public routes starting mid-2026.

SINGAPORE’S EMA COMMISSIONS CCS FEASIBILITY STUDIES IN POWER SECTOR

Singapore’s Energy Market Authority (EMA) has tasked three power generation firms—Keppel Infrastructure, PacificLight Power, and YTL PowerSeraya—to conduct feasibility studies on carbon capture and storage (CCS) for the country’s power sector. The initiative aims to explore CCS as a potential decarbonisation strategy in natural gas-based power generation.

The studies will assess both post-combustion and pre-combustion carbon capture methods. Post-combustion capture involves collecting carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the flue gas at existing gas-fired plants, while pre-combustion capture focuses on separating CO₂ during hydrogen production from natural gas, which can then be used to generate power. These efforts will help Singapore, and the participating firms understand the technical, infrastructure, and site-specific requirements for deploying CCS.

Given Singapore’s heavy reliance on natural gas—which accounts for 94% of its electricity—and limited domestic land and energy resources, CCS could play a key role in reducing emissions. The power sector currently contributes about 40% of the country’s carbon footprint. EMA hopes that the research findings will lead to more advanced engineering studies, such as pre-front-end engineering design (FEED) and FEED, and inform its broader efforts to meet climate goals, including importing 6 GW of low-carbon electricity by 2035 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

SINGAPORE CONDUCTS FIRST DRONE DELIVERY TO BUNKER TANKER, ADVANCING MARITIME LOGISTICS

Skyports Drone Services and TFG Marine have successfully completed Singapore’s first drone operations involving bunker tanker vessels. The drones were used to deliver and collect bunker fuel samples, making it the first time this type of operation was carried out in the country. Skyports, which provides drone delivery and inspection services for various sectors including maritime, logistics, healthcare and energy, carried out the trial together with CBS Ventures, TFG Marine, and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).

The drones flew from Skyports’ Take Off and Landing Pad (TOLP) at the Maritime Drone Estate to TFG Marine’s bunker vessel, MT Diligence. The drone, operated remotely from MPA’s Maritime Innovation Lab (MIL) 3.0, flew beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) to the vessel.

DAYONE STARTS AI-READY, 20 MW GREEN DATA CENTRE BUILD IN SINGAPORE

DayOne Data Centres has begun construction of its first data centre facility in Singapore at 21 Jalan Buroh, a 20MW site designed to be AI-ready and powered by up to 100% renewable energy. The new data centre will cover approximately 40,000 square metres of gross floor area and is scheduled for its initial phase to be ready for service in 2026. The facility will feature high-density, air-cooled GPU support alongside hybrid air and liquid cooling systems, aiming to meet both high-performance computing and sustainability targets.

DayOne has secured a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Sembcorp to supply renewable energy for the entire operation of the centre. The agreement spans ten years and will be backed by renewable energy certificates sourced locally or imported via grid-to-grid connections.

A distinctive feature of the facility will be the pilot implementation of on-site Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) power generation. This proof-of-concept aims to promote hydrogen-based energy in Singapore, offering an alternative and potentially more sustainable power source for data centres and supporting national green energy goals. The company will seek both LEED Platinum and BCA Green Mark Platinum certifications, which represent high environmental and energy performance standards for data centre infrastructure.

SEKO LOGISTICS LAUNCHES NEW SINGAPORE LOGISTICS HUB TO STRENGTHEN APAC OPERATIONS

SEKO Logistics (SEKO), the leader in end-to-end global logistics announced the relocation of its Singapore corporate office and warehouse to new facilities – marking a major milestone in the company’s Asia Pacific growth strategy. Strategically located in the Changi Free Trade Zone, the 8,000-square-foot warehouse enhances SEKO’s regional capabilities in ecommerce fulfilment, multimodal freight forwarding and value-added warehousing services.

The new hub further reinforces SEKO’s commitment to delivering agile, scalable supply chain solutions across Southeast Asia. Designed with a strong emphasis on ecommerce fulfilment, the site consolidates services under one roof, enabling faster lead times, greater operational control and a flexible foundation for clients expanding in the region. In addition to ecommerce, the facility is equipped to support key verticals including automotive and aviation, high-tech and retail and lifestyle.

SINGAPORE CALLS FOR PROPOSALS TO DEVELOP CHANGI EAST URBAN DISTRICT

Singapore’s Ministry of Transport (MOT) and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) have invited proposals to shape the Changi East Urban District, a 40-hectare development adjacent to the upcoming Terminal 5. 

As part of the Changi East development, the new district will span 40 hectares—equivalent to roughly 56 football fields—situated between the upcoming Terminal 5 and Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal. It is designed to enhance the Changi air hub and support both airport operations and developments in the surrounding Changi area. By the mid-2030s, Terminal 5 is expected to increase the airport’s annual passenger capacity to 140 million, a rise of more than 55% from the current 90 million. The Changi East Urban District will play a key role in reinforcing the airport’s hub status while complementing regional developments.

The concept plan must consider transport connectivity and include car-lite initiatives, along with green corridors and public spaces. It should maximize the use of underground spaces where possible and ensure the district supports the national goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Additionally, the appointed consultant will be required to produce a demand study projecting the district’s needs through the mid-2050s, analysing long-term user trends in the context of broader socio-economic and travel patterns.

TAIHAN SECURES GBP 58.5 MN POWER GRID PROJECT IN SINGAPORE

Global cable supplier Taihan has secured a multi-million-pound power grid project in Singapore, gearing it up for the renewable energy transition. The South Korean firm signed a contract last week with Singapore’s SP Power Assets Limited for the supply and installation of a 400kV underground power transmission system, worth around GBP 58.5 Mn (USD 68.28 Mn).

This project is part of a cross-border power interconnection initiative to transmit renewable energy generated in Indonesia to West Jurong Island, Singapore. The contract once again affirms our unrivalled competitiveness in Singapore’s extra-high voltage power grid market. Having positioned ourselves as a key local supplier, we plan to accelerate market expansion of high-value products based on advanced technologies such as HVDC cable systems and submarine cables. A full turnkey contract encompasses all project stages, from design and manufacturing to laying, jointing, connection, and testing.

SINGAPORE'S THOMSON MEDICAL LAUNCHES USD 4.3 BN JOHOR BAY PROJECT

Thomson Medical Group launch of a mega project that includes a private hospital, as well as residential and commercial properties, in Malaysia's Johor. The RM 18 Bn (USD 4.3 Bn) project, known as Johor Bay, is one of Southeast Asia's largest ventures of its kind.

Located within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, it will include Thomson Hospital Iskandariah, specialist suites, aged care facilities and a life sciences tower for medical research. The 10.52ha development will be anchored by the hospital, which will have the space to accommodate 1,000 beds - an expansion from the planned 500-bed capacity.

The project will also include luxury residences, a five-star hotel, and commercial-lifestyle precincts catering to regional tourism and medical travellers. The first phase of the project will comprise the private Thomson Hospital Iskandariah and a 47-storey luxury residential tower with 180 units.  The phase is projected to generate more than 1,200 direct and indirect jobs during its construction and operational phases.

SINGAPORE AND INDIA SIGN MOU FOR GREEN AND DIGITAL SHIPPING CORRIDOR

The Governments of Singapore and India have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a Green and Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC).

Under the agreement, both countries will collaborate with industry partners to develop infrastructure and technologies supporting the maritime sector’s transition to zero or near-zero greenhouse gas emission fuels. The MoU also covers digital information exchange and joint research into emerging green technologies and solutions, supporting ongoing digitalization and decarbonization efforts in maritime transport.

India’s renewable energy capacity and industrial base will support the production and export of alternative marine fuels, while Singapore, a major hub port, provides bunkering operations and a growing ecosystem for maritime innovation. This MoU follows a Letter of Intent (LoI) signed in March 2025, formalizing collaboration on maritime digitalization and decarbonization projects.

The partnership aligns with India’s broader maritime vision, which includes investing billions of dollars in domestic shipbuilding, revitalising the maritime industry, and aiming to position India among the top five shipbuilding nations by 2047.

GO-AHEAD SINGAPORE WINS USD 646 MN TAMPINES BUS PACKAGE CONTRACT

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has awarded the Tampines bus package to Go-Ahead Singapore (GAS) under a five-year contract valued at approximately USD 646 Mn. Operations will begin on July 5, 2026, with the option for LTA to extend the deal by two to five years. The package, currently managed by SBS Transit, covers 27 routes operating from Bedok North Bus Depot. Under the new contract, GAS will operate from the East Coast Integrated Depot and manage Tampines, Tampines Concourse, Tampines North bus interchanges, and Changi Business Park Bus Terminal.

The tender, launched in December 2024, used a two-envelope evaluation process that prioritised quality, especially in electric bus deployment and maintenance. GAS secured the highest overall score, offering both cost savings and innovations. Its proposal builds on UK expertise in running London’s largest electric bus fleet. It includes setting up a satellite training centre with the Singapore Bus Academy to develop local specialists in electric bus operations. GAS will also deploy AI-driven tools to improve service reliability and introduce commuter-friendly measures.

MOOREAST PARTNERS WITH CCCC TO ADVANCE FLOATING OFFSHORE RE

Mooreast Holdings Limited has signed a Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) with CCCC M&E, a subsidiary of China Communications Construction Company Limited (CCCC), to jointly develop projects in floating offshore renewable energy in Singapore. The collaboration will combine CCCC’s resources and network in China with Mooreast’s technical expertise in offshore wind solutions.

The partnership aims to establish a supply chain for the offshore wind industry, delivering a full Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation (EPCI) solution. The scope includes engineering, production, transportation, and installation of key components such as wind turbines and floating platforms. Beyond floating wind, the two firms will also explore opportunities across the broader offshore and marine sectors.

INNEOVA, HYCEE TO ADVANCE HYDROGEN ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

Singapore-based INNEOVA Engineering, a wholly-owned subsidiary of INNEOVA Holdings, has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HyCee Priavte Limited, a joint venture of GuoFu Hydrogen, to accelerate hydrogen adoption in Singapore. The collaboration aims to combine INNEOVA’s expertise in engineering, project execution, and lifecycle management with HyCee’s capabilities in hydrogen production, storage, and distribution to support Singapore’s Green Plan 2030 and broader low-carbon transition.

Under the partnership, INNEOVA Engineering and HyCee will jointly explore the development and deployment of hydrogen technologies and infrastructure across transport, logistics, industrial, and commercial sectors. This includes feasibility studies, pilot programs, and infrastructure planning to ensure scalable, reliable, and sustainable hydrogen solutions. The collaboration also seeks to promote hydrogen technologies to stakeholders and regulators while providing comprehensive technical support, maintenance, and after-sales service to ensure operational excellence.

INNEOVA Engineering delivers integrated engineering solutions across sectors such as transport, healthcare, defence, utilities, and facility management, focusing on maximising uptime and optimising total cost of ownership. HyCee provides end-to-end hydrogen energy solutions, including production, purification, storage, refuelling, and vehicle-mounted hydrogen supply systems. INNEOVA Holdings, the parent company, combines engineering expertise with digital capabilities to offer solutions that future-proof critical infrastructure and extend asset longevity.

LAOS

AUSTRALIA STRENGTHENS ECONOMIC FOOTPRINT IN LAOS WITH INVESTMENT DRIVE

The Governments of Laos and Australia are deepening bilateral ties with a renewed focus on trade, investment, and sustainable development. The Governments met to discuss strategic investment opportunities, particularly under Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040. The framework prioritises agriculture, green energy, and natural resources as key sectors for Australian capital in Laos.

Ongoing collaboration between the two nations is yielding visible outcomes. The recently launched LIFT 4 Laos programme aims to attract high-quality foreign investment and enhance Laos’ economic resilience. Australia-based firms such as Costa Group and New Forests have already made inroads — the former developing a large-scale blueberry farm in Champasak with over 2,000 expected jobs, and the latter investing in forestry and carbon credit initiatives. Logistics firm Linfox and Australian Laboratory Services also continue their expansion in Laos’ transport and mining sectors, respectively. Phase 2 of the Laos-Australia Sustainable Energy Partnership is set for 2026, reinforcing long-term cooperation. The two governments had earlier elevated their bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Partnership in 2023, reflecting shared goals in development, infrastructure, and education.

LAOS READIES SOUTHEAST ASIA’S LARGEST WIND FARM FOR FULL LAUNCH

The Monsoon Wind Power Project, Laos’ first wind farm and the largest onshore wind installation in Southeast Asia, is set to begin full operations by late August or early September 2025. Currently running at 300 MW, the project will soon scale up to its full 600 MW capacity. Spread across 70,800 hectares in Sekong’s Dak Cheung district and Attapeu’s Sanxay district, the USD 950 Mn wind farm comprises 133 turbines, each producing 4.51MW.

The project marks ASEAN’s first cross-border wind initiative, transmitting power via a 65-km, 500-kV line to Vietnam, supported by a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Vietnam Electricity (EVN). Initial plans began in 2011, with feasibility studies identifying optimal locations in 2015. Construction started in April 2023, and all turbines were installed by May 2025. The wind farm, developed with participation from ACEN Renewables International and Mitsubishi Corporation, complements Sekong’s existing hydropower network, which includes the Nam Emoun and Houay La Ngae dams.

LAOS LAUNCHES CLIMATE-SMART FARMING PROJECT IN SIX PROVINCES

Laos is stepping up efforts to tackle climate-related food insecurity and open new export opportunities, with USD 68.5 Mn in support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and partners to modernize agriculture in six climate-vulnerable provinces.

The new Sustainable Agrifood Systems Sector Project, running from 2025 to 2030, will focus on improving food security, nutrition, and climate resilience in three northern provinces—Xayabouly, Phongsaly, and Houaphanh, and three southern ones, Salavanh, Sekong, and Champasack.

Backed by a mix of loans and grants from the ADB, the EU-ASEAN Catalytic Green Finance Facility, and the ASEAN Infrastructure Fund, the project reflects the growing need to protect food systems from climate shocks while increasing farm productivity and export potential. At the center of the plan is climate-resilient farming.Smallholder farmers will receive hands-on training to adapt to changing weather, with a focus on high-value crops like bamboo, coffee, and durian that suit both market demand and local conditions. The project also offers affordable microfinance options to help farmers and rural businesses stay afloat during extreme weather. Key infrastructure such as irrigation systems and rural roads will be upgraded to allow year-round farming and easier access to markets.

Community involvement and gender inclusion are also major parts of the plan. Both men and women will help lead and maintain local infrastructure projects, ensuring long-term success and shared responsibility. By tackling climate risks, food shortages, and trade barriers all at once, the project marks a big step in preparing Laos’s rural economy for a more unpredictable future.

ADFD PARTNERS WITH LAOS TO FUND AED 73.5 MN ROAD PROJECT ENHANCING INFRASTRUCTURE AND CONNECTIVITY

The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has entered into a financing agreement with the Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. This agreement, valued at AED 73.5 Mn (USD 20 Mn), aims to develop the Southern National Road 13. The project focuses on improving Laos' transportation infrastructure by enhancing road quality and traffic safety, thereby supporting economic growth and promoting environmental sustainability.

The project involves constructing and upgrading approximately 50 kilometres of road. This includes expanding 20 kilometres from two to four lanes with pedestrian sidewalks and upgrading another 30 kilometres of existing roadway. Traffic safety enhancements, congestion-easing measures, improved stormwater drainage, installation of two truck weigh stations, and technical capacity-building support are also part of the plan.

The road is expected to benefit over 48,000 households annually, positively impacting more than 255,000 individuals. It aims to boost economic activity by enhancing access to essential services and markets while reducing travel time and transportation expenses.

LAOS LAUNCHES USD 149 MN CROSS-BORDER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT IN ATTAPEU

Authorities in Attapeu province have launched construction of a major cross-border infrastructure project to strengthen transport links with Vietnam and drive economic growth. The initiative involves building a 135 km road from Vanxay to Nongkai Aok villages near the Laos–Vietnam border, alongside a 16-metre bridge across the Xekaman River in Souksavang village. The project, costing USD 149 Mn, is scheduled for completion by September 2028.

Led by DEDO Survey, Design and Build Company Limited with South Korea’s DaSOL Company Limited, the project will be executed under a Build–Operate–Transfer (BOT) model. The developers will operate the road and bridge for 50 years, collecting toll fees before transferring ownership to provincial authorities. The scheme also includes upgrading key routes—Road Nos. 9001, 9065, and 9045—expanding widths from 8 to 12 metres and enhancing structural capacity to meet national highway standards.

Part of Attapeu’s 2025–2030 socio-economic plan, the project aims to boost trade flows, improve access to domestic markets, and expand export capacity for agricultural and natural resources. It is also expected to enhance regional connectivity and tourism, with 10% of the route passing through mountainous terrain and designed to handle axle loads of up to 11 tonnes.

ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK FUNDS USD 41 MN FOR PRIMARY HEALTHCARE IN LAOS

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 41 Mn financing package to strengthen primary health care in Laos. ADB, the Green Primary Care Project will improve governance and service delivery while building resilience in the health system and communities across the country amid increasingly severe climate impacts.

In Laos, limited access to primary health care is further strained by fragile infrastructure and geographic barriers that disproportionately affect poor and ethnic communities. The growing impact of climate change, including floods and droughts has heightened disease burdens, disrupted care delivery, and exposed gaps in system resilience.

To address these challenges, the project will upgrade and equip health facilities, train medical staff, and ensure continuity of care during extreme weather events. Additional measures include strengthening water systems, implementing community climate adaptation plans, and training local leaders, women, girls, and ethnic groups on adaptation strategies.

The initiative will cover 51 districts across five provinces, such as Champasak, Luangprabang, Oudomxay, Savannakhet, and Xiangkhouang with 14 districts identified as highly climate-vulnerable. The project aligns with the government’s Health Sector Reform Strategy, the 2024 National Adaptation Plan, and its universal health coverage goals, while reinforcing Laos’ commitments to climate resilience and sustainable development.

CAMBODIA

TECHO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OPENS IN PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA

A new airport in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh—Techo International Airport—opened on September 9. The development was led by Cambodia Airport Investment (CAIC), funded by Cambodia’s OCIC and the country’s civil aviation authority. Operations are handled by Cambodia Airports, a subsidiary of VINCI Airports.

Located about 20 kilometers south of Phnom Penh, the site covers 2,600 hectares. Phase 1 includes a main terminal with 32 boarding gates and a single 4,000-meter runway, giving it an annual handling capacity of 13 million passengers.

The design was by the UK’s Foster + Partners, and construction was carried out by China State Construction Third Engineering Bureau Group and Shanghai Baoye Group. The development is divided into three phases; ultimately, it will have three runways and an annual capacity of 50 million passengers.

The adjacent 5,000-hectare area is designated as a special economic zone, expected to attract logistics and manufacturing industries. The previously used Phnom Penh International Airport has ceased operations. Also operated by Cambodia Airports since 1995, it had increased passenger numbers twentyfold to 6 million.

CAMBODIA LAUNCHES TAKHMAO WATER PLANT AND KOH NOREA INTAKE STATION

The Government of Cambodia has inaugurated the USD 23 Mn Takhmao Water Treatment Plant and the USD 28 Mn Koh Norea Replacement Intake Station to improve clean water supply in southern Phnom Penh and Takhmao city. The treatment plant can produce 30,000 cubic meters of clean water daily, while the intake station has a capacity of 460,000 cubic meters per day, raising Phnom Penh Water Supply Authority’s (PPWSA) total capacity to over 1 million cubic meters per day.

Developed under PPWSA supervision and built by Japan’s KKKCT Consortium between March 2022 and July 2025, the projects were funded through Japanese grant aid via the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The facilities are expected to provide around 23,000 new household, business, and industrial connections. Officials highlighted the projects’ role in supporting Cambodia’s Clean Water for All initiative and Sustainable Development Goals 2030.

The new intake station will also support future expansion of the Niroth Water Treatment Plant and serve key development areas, including the Techo International Airport zone.

GOVERNMENT OF CAMBODIA APPROVES NEW RATANAKIRI AIRPORT PROJECT 

The Government of Cambodia has granted in-principal approval for the development of a new airport in Ratanakiri province, designating 1,905 hectares of land in Thmey Village, Chey Odom Commune, Lumphat District for the project.

The airport will be developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, in line with Cambodia’s approach to major infrastructure projects.  The project is a part of Cambodia’s broader infrastructure master plan, which includes domestic airport developments such as the planned Mondulkiri airport. Cambodia currently operates three international airports and one domestic airport in Koh Kong province.

ADB USD 52 MN PROJECT TO POWER CAMBODIA’S RENEWABLE ENERGY PATH

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 52.72 Mn loan for the Grid Expansion Project in Cambodia. The project will strengthen the country’s transmission network to integrate more renewable energy into the national grid and help meet rising electricity demand with cleaner, locally generated power.

Cambodia’s grid was built for conventional power and now needs expansion to handle growing solar and wind. The project will build 55 kilometers of 230-kilovolt transmission lines between Pursat and Kampong Chhnang, and upgrade nine substations across the country. These investments will strengthen transmission capacity to deliver renewable energy to demand centers nationwide, improve reliability, and encourage greater private investment. Aligned with Cambodia’s Power Development Master Plan (2022–2040) and the National Energy Efficiency Policy (2022–2030), the project will help reduce transmission losses and enhance energy security

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List of key transactions - Singapore, Laos and Cambodia Q3 2025

Source: YOG INFRA, Public Information

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