Posts in category: CONSTRUCTION

Officials need to consider systematically setting the water clearance for vessels in waterways and piers of the Myanmar-Korea Friendship (Dala) Bridge, said Chairman of the State Administration Council Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing on his inspection tour of the bridge project yesterday afternoon.
On arrival at the bridge project site, the Senior General heard reports on data about the bridge and its benefits, accomplishment of the implementation of the guidance of the Senior General during his inspection tour of the project in May 2023, completion of the approach bridge on the Dala bank and the main bridge, progress of the mid-stream tower, progress of approach bridge on the Yangon bank, quality control, worksite safety, and environmental conservation measures by Union Minister for Construction U Myo Thant.
In his guidance, the Senior General stressed the need to complete the project on schedule as the construction of the bridge would benefit the people. Emphasis must be placed on strengthening the bridge. He continued that it is necessary to ensure the safety of vehicles running on the bridge. Officials need to take the systematic setting of the water clearance for vessels in waterways and piers into consideration in advance.
The Senior General presented cash awards to project engineers through officials. He inspected the progress in implementing the bridge project.
During the goodwill visit to the Republic of Korea in 2012, President U Thein Sein discussed with officials the implementation of the Myanmar-Korea Friendship (Dala) Bridge project. The project commenced in 2013. It is a cable-stayed bridge. Upon completion, people from Yangon will have easy access to beach areas and Ayeyawady Region via Dala, Twantay, Kawhmu, Kungyangon and Dedaye townships. The bridge will ease traffic congestion in Yangon City to some extent and contribute to the development of social, economic, education, health and transport sectors. The bridge will be a landmark of Yangon City.
The Senior General also inspected the upgrade of the planetarium to the space gallery at the People’s Square and the People’s Park in Dagon Township, Yangon Region.
Yangon Mayor U Bo Htay reported on the history of the planetarium and the facts about the exhibition hall, upgrading process of the planetarium. The Senior General gave the necessary guidance and viewed the constellations.
The planetarium was opened in 1987 in commemoration of the Japan-Myanmar friendship, aimed at enabling students and people to have knowledge about astronomy and to relax. At present, the planetarium is being upgraded to the space gallery.
The Senior General inspected maintenance of the People’s Square and the People’s Park and gave necessary guidance to officials.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Private entrepreneurs from Myanmar are invited to carry out necessary construction works for the forces/departments of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
For the financial year 2024-2025, the submission of proposed tenders for the necessary construction work for the forces/departments under the Ministry of Home Affairs is invited to submit proposals and tenders. Regarding the tender forms, the profiles of successful companies are invited to visit the relevant forces/departments (headquarters) from 13 May.
The companies that have to submit the price submission tender form must submit the price proposals according to the construction work groups of the forces/departments at Dekkhinathiri District Fire Station near the Sutaungpyae Monastery, Tawun Yadana Street, Htantabin Kyaukmyat Kwathit, Kyapin Quater, Dekkhinathiri Township, Nay Pyi Taw on 21 May from 10 am to 4 pm.
For more detailed information, interested people can contact the Minister’s Office, the Myanmar Police Force, Bureau of Special Investigation, the Correctional Department, and the Fire Service Department. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

All staff and engineers have to strive to operate the steel mill producing iron and steel wares, not to halt production, said Union Minister for Industry Dr Charlie Than on his inspection tour of all sections at No 1 Steel Mill (Myingyan) yesterday morning.
In a meeting with staff and engineers, the Union minister urged them to collect machines and machine parts to resume operation of the mill if it halts operation for various reasons.
He instructed officials to purchase machines, machinery, and raw materials systematically, according to the working procedures.
He urged officials to supervise efficient spending of the allocated budget on the mill, adding that individuals have to take special care of security measures for staff, machinery, mill, documents, and information.
During the visit, the Union minister inspected the water treatment plant, oxygen plant, direct reduction plant, foundry, industrial maintenance plant, asbestos bricks, machinery and raw materials of the plant. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

The Yangon Region government has announced the construction of a production road in the Shwemayin area of Twantay Township to facilitate the flow of commodities, according to a report. The road will stretch from Mamyosu through Kin Village, Khayangyi, Khayanwa, Yaytwingon, and Kwinpauk in the Shwemayin area.
On 1 March, Yangon Region Chief Minister U Soe Thein and regional ministers inspected the progress of the production road. Currently, the construction of an earthern road measuring 2,400 feet in length and 19 feet in width, with a thickness of six inches, from Kwinpauk Village to the creek has been completed. The chief minister and his team also assessed the construction of a parking lot, which is 300 feet long, 100 feet wide, and seven inches thick, situated at the junction of Shwemayin Creek and Kwinpauk Creek.
This road provides the shortest route for transporting goods from Shwemayin along Kwinpauk Creek, saving time and enabling local products to reach the market promptly. The chief minister emphasized the importance of adhering to standards and meeting deadlines for the projects. Additionally, he urged preparations for water management within Kwinpauk Village to prevent flooding during the rainy season, clearance of undergrowth along village streets, and promotion of vegetable cultivation.
Upon completion of the production road, various sectors, including agriculture, fish farming, healthcare, economy, education, and social welfare in the Shwemayin area of Twantay Township, are expected to experience development. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Friendship Bridge (Dala), which will connect downtown Yangon with Dala Township, yesterday.

Firstly, Consultant Engineer Mr Bae explained the project with a PowerPoint presentation to the Union minister and officials at the Yangon end of the bridge.

U Kyaw Kaung Cho, deputy director-general of the Department of Bridges and leader of the project, discussed safety requirements, traffic management strategies, the construction of a 0.5-metre-wide drinking water pipeline, and negotiation plans with the Yangon City Development Committee for a toll plaza on the Dala side.

The Union minister provided the necessary support and observed the completion of the approaching bridge on the Yangon side, ramp bridge, and pier columns.

Additionally, the Union minister visited the Dala bank via boat to inspect the designated area for the toll plaza, approaching bridges, and ongoing projects. Emphasizing the significance of signage and signal lights, he underscored their role in ensuring the safety of boats during the construction phase.

The Friendship Bridge is under construction as per international standards and norms. Given its height of 49 metres clearance to accommodate 15,000-tonne ocean vessels, ramp bridges and approaching bridges are being built to ensure a smooth gradient and safe passage.

Being the tallest bridge in Myanmar, it imposes a maximum speed limit of 50 kilometres per hour on the main and approaching bridges and 30 kph on the ramp bridges for safety.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

The construction project for the bran oil and cooking oil production plant has started, according to the Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF).
Under the guidance of MRF, Myanmar Rice Bran Oil Co Ltd (MRBO) held the groundbreaking ceremony of the construction project at MAPCO rice mill complex located in Pyinmana Township, Nay Pyi Taw, on 7 February.
Construction plans of the solvent extraction plant for rice bran oil and cooking oil production were revealed at the ceremony in the presence of the Union ministers for Agriculture, Livestock and Irrigation, for Cooperatives and Rural Development, for Industry and for Commerce and the Nay Pyi Taw Council chairman.
That plant aims to produce 9,000 tonnes of bran crude oil and 6,300 tonnes of edible oil annually. It will become the first-ever refinery for edible oil.
The federation will accelerate bran oil and cooking oil production plans. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A total of 57 building permits were issued within the boundaries of the Yangon City Development Committee in the second week of January.
In addition, regarding Building Complete Certificate (BCC) applications, 147 construction permits were issued within two weeks.
The building completion certificate (BCC) has been approved for 41 buildings, and the list of 25 buildings that have applied for building permits from four to 17 rooms has been sent to the Yangon Electricity Supply Corporation (YESC).
Endorsements have been sent to related departments, such as one letter to the Fire Services Department, 34 letters to the Engineering Department (Water and Sanitation), and 12 to the Urban Land Planning Department to allow building construction.
When applying for building construction permits, it is necessary to include the Standard Operation Procedure (SOP) to be communicated with the Electricity Corporation by the landowners and licensed contractors for obtaining electricity.
This week, licensed contractors will be invited to a meeting to get the BCC and install electricity meters for the buildings. Yangon Electricity Supply Corporation takes the responsibility of installing the electricity meters. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Myanma Railways under the Ministry of Transport and Communications has stated that the Small Warehouses and Distribution Centres will be constructed on the railway sections.
The construction and operation of these centres related to the transport of goods by train will be launched with the principle of a five-year package system at the ten railway stations including the Thilawa-Toegyounggale-Yangon circular train route as well as the railway sections of Yangon-Pyay, Yangon-Mandalay, Yangon-Mawlamyine and Thazi-Myingyan.
Myanma Railways has invited tenders for these projects and those interested can purchase tender forms at the office of the Deputy General Manager (Logistics), Myanma Railways, at Corner of 51st Street and Merchant Street, Botahtaung Township, Yangon, during office hours between 1 and 15 January. The price for a set of tender forms is K500,000 and the deadline for submitting tender proposals is at 2 pm, 1 April 2024.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

Two underpass flyovers are planned to be built between Waibargi station and Okkalapa station and Pazungdaung station and Mahlwagon station on the Yangon circular railway, according to Myanma Railways.
This is part of the Yangon Circular Railway upgrading project and tender is being invited to the private sector.
Private businesses can buy tender application forms as of 20 November and applications will be closed at 12:30 pm on 4 December.
The project will include upgrading railroads and stations, constructing overbridges, upgrading level crossings and repairing works along the railways, according to Myanma Railways. 

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar

A total of 85 construction permits were issued within the boundaries of the Yangon City Development Committee in the first week of November.
For BCC applications, 85 construction permits were issued within one week. Additionally, 18 building construction completion certificates (BCC) were approved. The Yangon Electricity Power Corporation (YESC) has furnished a list of 34 buildings that have applied for construction permits ranging from four to 17 rooms. To facilitate the construction process, approvals were sought from relevant departments, including the Fire Services Department, the Department of Engineering (Water and Sanitation) and the Department of Urban and Housing Development.
When construction permits are issued, it is essential to follow the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), which mandates communication between landowners and licensed contractors with the Electricity Supply Enterprise to facilitate the process of obtaining electricity.
The Yangon Supply Electricity Corporation will reportedly convene a meeting with licensed contractors this week to facilitate the acquisition of the Building Construction Completion (BCC) certificates and the installation of electricity meters in the buildings.

Source: The Global New Light of Myanmar