Royal Group SEZs Report Major Gains in Jobs and Trade During First Eight Months of 2026

Royal Group Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone (RGPPSEZ) and Royal Group Kandal Special Economic Zone (RGKSEZ) have posted substantial increases across employment, imports, and exports in the January-August 2026 period, underscoring their expanding role in Cambodia's industrial landscape.

Export volumes from the two zones climbed to $1.907 billion during the eight-month span, up 45% from the $1.311 billion recorded in the same timeframe of 2025. Import activity saw even steeper growth, rising 61% to $2.16 billion compared to $1.342 billion year-on-year.

Workforce numbers also showed significant expansion. By August 2026, the combined employee count across both zones reached 63,344 workers, marking a 17% increase from the 54,195 employed in August of the previous year.

Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc., which develops and manages both facilities, attributed the gains to expanding manufacturing operations and growing business activity among zone tenants. The robust export figures highlight how these manufacturers are strengthening Cambodia's position in regional and global production networks.

Neak Oknha Kith Meng, who chairs both Royal Group of Companies and Royal Group Phnom Penh SEZ Plc., praised the results: "These numbers reflect both investor confidence and the vitality of Cambodia's manufacturing base. It's encouraging to watch companies in our zones scale up their work and generate meaningful employment. Our focus remains on delivering dependable infrastructure, strong services, and conditions that let businesses thrive over the long term."

The SEZ operator also acknowledged the backing of Cambodia's government under Prime Minister Hun Manet, citing policy efforts to improve the investment climate, expand infrastructure, advance industrialization, and address online fraud. The company welcomed the International Conference on Combating Online Scams held in Phnom Penh on September 23-24, 2026, viewing it as a step toward bolstering security and reinforcing Cambodia's standing as a reliable investment destination.

The growth trajectory seen through August 2026 reflects rising industrial scale within the two zones and their continued contributions to national employment, manufacturing output, and trade volumes. Both facilities remain focused on providing investor support and nurturing conditions for sustainable industrial progress.