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Kampot Cement Plant
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The Kampot Cement Plant is located in the Banteay Meas District of Kampot Province and is one of the largest industrial facilities in Cambodia. It is operated by Kampot Cement Co., Ltd., a joint venture between the Thai-based Siam Cement Group (SCG) and the Cambodian Khaou Chuly Group. The plant commenced operations in 2008 and features multiple production lines with a total capacity exceeding one million tonnes of cement per year. The facility utilizes the rich limestone deposits of the nearby mountains for raw material extraction. it plays a crucial role in supplying Cambodia's booming construction industry with locally produced building materials. The plant is equipped with modern technology for energy efficiency and emission control. By creating hundreds of jobs, the facility contributes significantly to the local economy in Kampot Province. It supplies both large-scale projects in Phnom Penh and the regional market in the southwest of the country.
- Location: Cambodia
- Top sights: Lok Yeay Mao Shrine · Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple · Wat Chakrei Ting
- Nearby: Kep (6 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 |
| Rain mm | 23 | 18 | 53 | 104 | 197 | 299 | 323 | 276 | 330 | 218 | 113 | 44 |
📋 Practical info
What is this place?
This large-scale industrial facility plays a crucial role in supplying locally produced building materials to fuel Cambodia's ongoing construction boom across the nation.
Visiting
As an active, heavy-duty industrial site, it is generally closed to the general public for safety reasons, so travelers must restrict their viewing to the surrounding external perimeter.
Where to view it
The sheer size of the plant's towering smokestacks and expansive processing structures can often be clearly observed from passing vehicles on the nearby main provincial highways.
Local products
While cement is naturally not a direct consumer purchase, the plant's significant economic footprint drives local business growth, meaning visitors will find numerous eateries serving the workforce.
Active season
Operations at such large manufacturing plants typically continue year-round without interruption, though regional transport of the materials is most visible during the dry season's peak construction months.
Nearby
Travelers exploring the wider Kampot region can easily contrast this industrial landscape with the lush pepper plantations, serene salt fields, and the historic charm of the town center itself.
Geography
Facts
- Joint venture between SCG and Khaou Chuly.
- Operations officially started in 2008.
- Capacity of over 1 million tonnes per year.
- Located in Banteay Meas District, Kampot.
- Major supplier for infrastructure projects nationwide.
- Utilizes extensive local limestone deposits.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Kampot cement plant?
One of Cambodia's largest cement plants, operated by SCG-K-Cement.
Why is the factory in this region?
Due to the rich limestone deposits in the hills of Kampot.
Can you visit the factory?
A factory visit is usually not possible for tourists.
How does the factory affect the landscape?
The quarries are visible from afar and have changed the shape of some mountains.
What is built with this cement?
It supplies major infrastructure projects and housing construction across the country.
Kampot Cement Plant: where is it located?
Kampot Cement Plant is located in Cambodia.
Kampot Cement Plant: what is there to see?
Highlights include Lok Yeay Mao Shrine, Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple, Wat Chakrei Ting.
Kampot Cement Plant: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Feb, Dec.
Kampot Cement Plant: why is it worth visiting?
The Kampot Cement Plant is located in the Banteay Meas District of Kampot Province and is one of the largest industrial facilities in Cambodia.
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