More than 150 delegates from the European Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (EuroCham), CCI France Cambodge and the American Chamber of Commerce in Cambodia (AmCham) recently visited Techo International Airport (TIA), Cambodia’s newest international gateway set to serve Phnom Penh.
The delegation, including representatives from France, Germany, Italy, Scandinavian and the Benelux countries, was welcomed by Canadia Group and CAIC Director, Oknha Charles Vann, and OCIC Vice President, Thierry Tea. Key delegates included representatives from Delta Airlines, Maersk, Danone, CMA CGM, Mekong Strategic Capital, Zuellig Pharma, CBRE, DFDL and more.
"With new airline connections on the horizon for Cambodia, we’re pleased to see the progress toward TIA’s opening this year. This visit showed how local stakeholders like OCIC and CAIC are bringing this project to life," said Casey Barnett, President of AmCham Cambodia.
"Cambodia has made impressive strides in infrastructure and human capital, driven by the vision and dedication of its people. We are pleased to see continued collaboration between Cambodian and French businesses in supporting the country’s newest gateway," added Charles Julliard, Executive Director of CCI France Cambodge.
Breaking ground in 2019, TIA is a locally led project managed by the Cambodia Airport Investment Co., Ltd. (CAIC), a joint venture between Cambodian group OCIC and the State Secretariat of Civil Aviation (SSCA). The project marks a key milestone for Lok Neak Oknha Dr. Pung Kheav Se, Founder and CEO of OCIC.
Recognised for his hard work and relentless forward-thinking approach, he has been contributing to smarter development for over 30 years. As a key leader in the private sector, he remains at the forefront of Cambodia’s economic landscape, focusing on real estate, banking, and infrastructure development.
Strengthening International Partnerships in Infrastructure
The development of the new Phnom Penh airport is a collaborative effort, with CAIC partnering with Foster + Partners (UK) for design and Lagardère Travel Retail (France) for duty-free, along with Newrest, ATS Group LBL, Archetype, Hafele (Germany), and US firms OTIS and Caterpillar for key systems and equipment. The project showcases Cambodia’s ability to develop world-class infrastructure through strong collaboration with international partners.
In September 2024, TIA successfully completed its first technical test flights, paving the way for full operations. Set to open in 2025, its launch aligns with OCIC’s 25th anniversary, marking a milestone in the group's contributions to Cambodia’s growth.
