Cambodia Investment Review
Panasonic Cambodia and the National Construction Laboratory, under the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction of Cambodia, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance the quality and safety of electronic and air-conditioning equipment used in Cambodia. The signing ceremony took place recently at the National Construction Laboratory in Phnom Penh.
The National Construction Laboratory, and Panasonic Cambodia, expressed their vision by explaining their collaborative efforts to advance energy-efficient technologies and support sustainable urban development. This will be achieved by incorporating cutting-edge HVAC systems along with high-quality electrical solutions and appliances into construction projects.
The National Construction Laboratory (NCL), established under the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction and officially launched on December 29, 2022, began providing crucial testing services for construction materials in 2023. It has a strong mandate to strengthen construction law enforcement and safeguard public well-being and property.
Promoting Technical Knowledge Through Collaboration
Speaking at the event, H.E. Dr. Nhar Heng emphasized the National Construction Laboratory’s crucial role in leading technical experiments, conducting research and development, and promoting technical knowledge through collaboration to develop construction material standards. To date, the National Construction Laboratory has made progress in legal documents, technical guidelines, experimental studies, and collaborations. Notably, this strategic partnership with Panasonic reflects the Laboratory’s ongoing efforts to elevate technical standards and build capacity within Cambodia’s construction industry.
Mr. Hisakazu Maeda, the Chief Representative of Panasonic Asia Pacific, in his remarks, further reassured the Panasonic’s dedication to advancing sustainable construction practices in Cambodia through technical training, knowledge-sharing, and the adoption of energy-efficient technologies, especially in the air-conditioning sector, by aligning with Cambodia’s sustainability goals.
The inaugural activity conducted under this MOU was a joint seminar on Air Conditioning Products and Quality Improvement of Brick for contractors and related professionals, held immediately following the MOU signing. This seminar aimed to build technical understanding and awareness about Panasonic’s advanced products within the industry, marking the beginning of a strong alliance focused on elevating construction standards.
Support For The Partnership And The Seminar’s Objectives
H.E. Mr. Ly Reaksmey, the Secretary of State and Representative of the Minister from the Ministry of Land Management, Urban Planning, and Construction, expressed his fullest support for the partnership and the seminar’s objectives to promote sustainability and innovation in Cambodia’s construction sector. He emphasized the importance of quality and efficiency in reducing environmental impacts.
Both parties expressed enthusiasm for exploring future projects and initiatives that will leverage Panasonic’s innovative technologies and the National Construction Laboratory’s expertise to further elevate construction standards and material quality. This vision includes Panasonic sharing its technical knowledge and potentially contributing to establishing improved standards, safety protocols, and technical training programs for professionals in the construction industry, particularly within the air-conditioning sector.
Driven by the shared commitment to elevate standards and ensure safety through the exchange of knowledge and expertise, this partnership aims to contribute to safer, more reliable, and higher-quality buildings for the benefit of the Cambodian people and the sustainable growth of the industry. Ultimately, it promotes a future of innovation and excellence within Cambodia’s construction sector.
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