Share on
Koh Kong Export-Oriented Manufacturing
Koh Kong Province is emerging as a key manufacturing hub, anchored by the Neang Kok and Kiri Sakor Special Economic Zones. Core industries include automotive and electronic parts assembly, sportswear and equipment manufacturing, and hydropower development. Chinese firms are actively exploring electric vehicle assembly, signaling strong future potential. Its strategic location near the Thai border makes it an ideal extension for “Thai+1” manufacturing operations, offering efficient access to regional supply chains. The province’s growing industrial base is complemented by a service sector focused on trade and logistics, creating a solid foundation for integrated growth.
Food
and Beverage
Koh Kong Province holds strong potential for food and beverage manufacturing, particularly in seafood processing, fruit-based products and bottled beverages. With access to abundant marine resources, tropical fruits and clean water sources, the province is well-positioned to serve both domestic and export markets. Investments in cold storage, processing facilities, and packaging infrastructure are critical to unlocking value from local resources and improving product standards for international certification. The planned development of industrial zones and logistics corridors especially near the Thai border, further enhances Koh Kong’s competitiveness as a food processing and packaging hub along the Southern Economic Corridor.
Koh Kong’s proximity to Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor makes it a strategic location for the relocation or expansion of light automotive and electronic parts manufacturing. With increasing cost pressures and land constraints in neighboring Thai industrial zones, Koh Kong offers an alternative base for tier-2 and tier-3 suppliers involved in wire harnesses, sensors, plastic injection components and simple assembly operations. The existing Koh Kong SEZ, along with planned infrastructure upgrades, provides an entry point for cross-border supply chain integration. With targeted investment promotion and labor upskilling, the province could attract SMEs and subcontractors looking to diversify operations while maintaining access to Thai and ASEAN markets.
Non-Metallic Mineral
Koh Kong is also suited for the manufacturing of non-metallic mineral products, particularly construction materials such as cement substitutes, ceramics and glassware. The province is home to natural deposits of clay, sand and other raw materials that support these industries. Coupled with growing demand from infrastructure and tourism-related construction along the coast, this presents an opportunity for localized production to reduce transport costs and support sustainable development. Establishing industrial clusters focused on eco-friendly building materials and leveraging renewable energy sources could enhance the province’s industrial appeal while aligning with national green growth strategies.
