Published: July 25, 2025
A 10-megawatt solar power plant, combined with an energy storage battery system developed by SchneiTec ZEALOUS, has officially begun operations in Pursat province.
The inauguration ceremony took place at the project site in Sna Ansa commune, in Krakor district. The event was attended by Keo Rottanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, Uneno Atsushi, Japanese Ambassador to Cambodia, Khoy Rida, governor of Pursat Province, and many other stakeholders.
In his opening remarks, the Pursat governor drew attention to how political stability and the close attention of the authorities at all levels have made Pursat an attractive location for investment in many sectors. At present, Pursat is a key area for solar and hydroelectric investment.
“Today, Pursat province is seeing remarkable growth, transforming from a transit province into one full of industrial and tourism investment appeal,” he said.
Energy minister Rottanak noted how the seventh-mandate government is working to strengthen economic partnerships with the private sector through the implementation of several new policies aimed at attracting foreign direct investment. He emphasised how the solar project inaugurated today is vital in supporting the province’s economic development.
He added that it will help supply Cambodia’s national grid and promote the development of renewable energy in the country, ensuring a stable energy supply through low-carbon sources, paving the way towards carbon neutrality.
“This project was invested in by Chugoku Electric Power Company, one of Japan’s leading electric power companies, in cooperation with SchneiTec Zealous, which is already established in Cambodia,” he continued.
Japanese Ambassador Ueno Atsushi stated “This solar power and battery storage project will help meet Cambodia’s growing electricity demands and contribute to greenhouse gas reduction efforts,” added Japanese ambassador Ueno.
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Source: The Phnom Penh Post
Synopsis: The Kingdom’s energy sector has been on an expansion path with many global giants showing active interest in exploring investment opportunities.
Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation (CREC), a major player in the energy scene of the Philippines, is all set to explore market opportunities in the Kingdom.
This was revealed by Oliver Tan, President and CEO of CREC, during an interview with Singapore-based business daily The Business Times.
“Cambodia is really exciting because of its strategic geographical location, especially in terms of the Asean power grid, and its land mass,” Tan said.
He said Cambodia offers many advantages compared to other Asean countries such as Thailand. “Comparatively, property in Thailand is expensive because of how the country markets itself as a tourist destination, and hence, building solar facilities there could be relatively difficult.”
Tan added that energy transition ambition across the Asean region offers great opportunities for the company in the days to come.
The visit by Prime Minister Hun Manet to the Philippines in February provided a perfect platform for many leading companies there to explore investment opportunities in the Kingdom.
CREC is a leading pure renewable energy developer and operator of solar, run-of-river hydro, and offshore wind energy platforms in the Philippines and is now focusing on a major expansion plan across Southeast Asia and beyond.
Indonesian energy giant PT Pertamina last year acquired a 20 percent stake in the Philippine company, with its public float accounting for another 20 per cent and the remainder owned by parent company Citicore Power.
The Kingdom’s energy sector has been on an expansion path with many global giants showing active interest in exploring investment opportunities.
French behemoth TotalEnergies said last month that the company is seriously exploring investment opportunities in the Kingdom.
Mehmet Celepoglu, TotalEnergies Deputy Director for Oceania and Southeast Asia region, also held a meeting with Keo Rottanak, Minister of Mines and Energy, at the ministry headquarters in Phnom Penh, and discussed investment opportunities.
Many Chinese and Korean companies have also expressed interest in the Kingdom’s energy sector.
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Source: Khmer Times
The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) will not benefit only Johor Bahru but also other districts like Kluang, said the state’s Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
He stated that the rapid and ongoing developments indicate that the zone will boost all 10 districts of the state.
“Do not think that the benefits of the JS-SEZ will only be concentrated in the Johor Bahru area. All 10 districts in Johor stand to benefit... because of all the ongoing developments taking place throughout the state, such as transportation infrastructure, housing projects and tourism,” he noted at a community event in Renggam on July 6.
He said a double-track rail system, expected to be fully operational by end 2025, and Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link, projected to begin running on Jan 1, 2027, would shorten travel time.
He pointed out that the completion of the projects could help elevate places like Layang-Layang, Renggam and Kluang into satellite towns of Johor Bahru.
Source: The Straits Times (Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone set to transform all 10 Johor districts, says Menteri Besar | The Straits Times)
6 Jul 2025
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*Star) and German industrial manufacturer Siemens signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Friday (Jul 4) to jointly develop smart and sustainable manufacturing solutions for companies in Singapore and the broader Asean region.
The collaboration seeks to address key industrial challenges by enabling faster access to advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and automation expertise, while promoting manufacturing processes that align with international sustainability standards.
A key component of the partnership is the Smart and Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing (SSAM) Catalyst, an innovation sandbox hosted at A*Star’s Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre (ARTC).
Siemens is the first technology partner to join the SSAM Catalyst, contributing a portfolio of automation, electrification, industrial software and AI solutions.
These capabilities span the entire product lifecycle – from design and engineering to manufacturing and operations – offering manufacturers a platform to test and refine technologies in sectors such as aerospace, fast-moving consumer goods, biomedical and semiconductor equipment manufacturing.
The ARTC seeks to establish an innovation ecosystem involving technology providers, solution integrators, and end-users to jointly develop solutions for practical application. Leveraging its capabilities in manufacturing processes, smart manufacturing, sustainability analytics, precision imaging and autonomous systems, it provides support to companies looking to adapt their operations amid changing industry conditions.
Paving the way for more sustainable manufacturing
Beyond the SSAM Catalyst, A*Star’s Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment and Siemens are collaborating on research projects targeting decarbonisation in the chemicals and energy sectors.
The collaboration also involves exploring the use of Siemens’ Digital Twin technology, which allows chemical engineers to simulate and optimise chemical processes and design production facilities.
This technology aims to support better integration of engineering and operations in manufacturing plants, potentially helping companies manage plant design complexity and shorten construction schedules.
“Together with Siemens, we are developing solutions that will accelerate digital transformation and support decarbonisation efforts across the region. This multi-faceted collaboration looks to strengthen Singapore’s position as a regional hub for smart and sustainable manufacturing in Asean,” said Professor Lim Keng Hui, assistant chief executive of A*Star’s science and engineering research council.
Source: The Business Times (A*Star, Siemens launch manufacturing R&D collaboration in Asean - The Business Times)
4 Jul 2025