Background
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) convened a stakeholder workshop in Siem Reap on 28 August 2026 to gather inputs on amending Prakas No. 038 SK (16 January 2014) concerning signage for commercial passenger road vehicles.
MPWT is preparing procedural guidance for light rail transit (LRT) accessibility that will specify basic accessibility principles and universal signage for passengers with disabilities.
Scope of Application
The planned amendment targets regulatory requirements for commercial road passenger transport vehicle identification and signage as established under Prakas No. 038 SK, with the stated aim of aligning signage rules to developments in Cambodia’s road passenger sector. The procedural guidance under development applies to passenger rail services, specifically light rail transit (LRT), and focuses on accessibility features and signage for passengers with disabilities, older adults, pregnant women and children.
Key Provisions or Decisions
MPWT identified two principal elements for drafting and consultation: (1) updating the Prakas on commercial road passenger vehicle signage to reflect sector developments since 2014; and (2) producing a draft procedural manual or guidance on accessibility for LRT services, emphasizing foundational accessibility requirements, universal symbols for persons with disabilities, and clear passenger expectations.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
Transport operators, vehicle owners and service providers should expect revised technical signage requirements for commercial passenger vehicles once the amended Prakas is finalized, which may require updating vehicle markings and internal passenger information. Relevant institutions and transport companies engaged in rail or bus planning will need to review design, procurement and passenger information systems against the forthcoming LRT accessibility guidance to ensure future conformity with national standards.
Official Source
Announcement published by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) on 29 August 2026; source: MPWT Facebook post at the provided URL.
