Airport trains to be ready by April

The new railway line from the Phnom Penh train station to the airport will be launched before the Khmer New Year in April, according to the Ministry of Public Works and Transport. In addition, passenger ships from Prek Phnov to Phnom Penh and Takhmao, in an effort to resolve traffic congestion, will also be completed.

Minister of Public Works and Transport Sun Chanthol said the ministry is constructing the track that links the train station to Phnom Penh International Airport. Three train engines from Mexico will be used for passenger transport, with each train able to hold 100 passengers.

“I will make every effort to ensure the railway from Phnom Penh to the international airport is completed before the Khmer New Year,” Mr Chanthol said. “I would like to announce that after its completion, it will be open for people to use or test for free for three months, including the transportation by waterway.” The railway expansion project saw protests in July when local residents were told to move 15 meters from the road.

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