Tiong Seng Engineering Solutions, through its subsidiary Robin Village Development, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Rock Africa Limited to develop advanced precast capabilities in Ghana. This partnership, witnessed by Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama, aims to supply Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) and other precast components for large-scale housing and infrastructure projects in the country.
The collaboration will kick off with a pilot project in Accra, constructing a hostel with four blocks and approximately 2,280 rooms to accommodate up to 10,000 beds. Robin Village Development will provide design engineering, shop drawings, and training to build a skilled local workforce for factory production and on-site installation. This initiative aligns with Ghana’s national agenda for affordable housing, job creation, and industrialisation, whilst also enhancing Singapore-Ghana collaboration in advanced construction methods.
By introducing Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) methods, including PPVC and Prefabricated Bathroom Units, the partnership aims to improve build quality, shorten delivery times, and enhance site safety. Francis Bullen Gavor, Director of Rock Africa Limited, stated, “Ghana’s housing and infrastructure ambitions require new approaches. Our partnership with RVD will help us industrialise construction, improve quality, and create skilled jobs for Ghanaians.”
Pek Zhi Kai, Director of Tiong Seng Engineering Solutions, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, highlighting the potential for technology transfer and best practices. Darius Lim, Managing Director of Robin Village Development, emphasised the importance of combining advanced precast solutions with Ghana’s ambitions to deliver faster, safer, and higher-quality housing.
This partnership marks a significant step in Tiong Seng’s international growth, positioning the company to capitalise on emerging opportunities beyond Singapore.
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