South Korea's HJ Heavy wins flood control project in Philippines

SEOUL, November 26 (AJP) - South Korea’s HJ Heavy Industries said on Wednesday it has been selected by the Philippine Department of Public Works and Highways to lead the Tagum flood control project, a contract valued at about $76 million.

The project is designed to address long-standing flooding in Tagum City in Davao del Norte through the construction of levees and bridges, as well as dredging and widening of local rivers. The work is scheduled to take 48 months from commencement.

Manila has been accelerating flood-mitigation investments as climate change increases the frequency and severity of natural disasters, working closely with international partners including the Asian Development Bank. HJ Heavy Industries completed the Pampanga flood control project in April last year.

Since entering the Philippine market in 1973, the company has carried out more than 80 projects — from roads and ports to airports — and has contributed to major undertakings such as the Manila Light Rail and Davao International Airport.

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