8th Japan Construction International Award

日本語（Japanese）

Construction Project Category

First Prize
SORA gardens Ⅱ

Project Overview

  • A condominium complex was constructed in a land of roughly 110 hectares owned by BECAMEX TOKYU CO., LTD. in Binh Duong New City as part of a long-term development project, which includes constructing condominiums and commercial facilities, operating public transport services, and inviting medical care facilities.
  • In addition to introducing the first smart home system in Binh Duong Province*, the project is pushing forward community building efforts that are environmentally friendly not just for local residents but also for society at large, such as a regular bus service and increasing greenery along public roads. 　* From July 1, 2025; Ho Chi Minh City

Data

Applicant:BECAMEX TOKYU CO., LTD.
Construction Period: From May 2019 to May 2021

Relevant Parties
The Client: BTMJR Investment Company Limited (Joint Venture between BECAMEX TOKYU and Mitsubishi Estate group)
The Consultant: PLANTEC ARCHITECTS (concept design) /SWA Vietnam (basic design, detail design)
The Contractor: Newtecons Investment Construction Joint Stock Company
Operation and Maintenance: BECAMEX TOKYU CO., LTD.

Highly Evaluated Points

  • Leveraging the know-how of transport-oriented development that it has gained at home, BECAMEX TOKYU CO., LTD. exported community-building activities as a package, which includes not only housing development but also building commercial facilities, operating public transport services, attracting basic infrastructure operators such as schools and clinics, hosting and running festivals and soccer lessons, and so on.
  • Cutting-edge technologies are deployed in the area to boost convenience, including a smart home system, an apartment management app, and visualization of bus location information.
  • BECAMEX TOKYU began working closely with local government and companies before the start of development, sharing information and proposing ideas, which contributed to the discussion of the development policy for the entire town.
  • A joint venture was established with local companies, with the Japanese company being the major stakeholder. As the company in charge of urban development in Binh Duong New City, BECAMEX TOKYU led the planning, design, construction, sale, and operation phases of the project, the operation of transport services, the measures to liven up the atmosphere of the town, etc. These long-term community building efforts have earned the company the trust of the local government and partners.
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First Prize
The Project for the Improvement of the Honiara International Airport

Project Overview

  • The project constructed a new international departure terminal building, renovated the existing international terminal building for international arrival and domestic, expanded the parking lots, and built flood prevention facilities, among others, at the capital airport that serves as a gateway to the Solomon Islands.
  • The construction work was open to local communities, featuring hands-on training for local vocational training school students and tours for local elementary school pupils and kindergarteners.

Data

Applicant:
Gyros Corporation / Ehira Architects and Engineers, Inc./
Oriental Consultants Global Co., Ltd./ Kitano Construction Corp.
Construction Period: From December 2019 to March 2023

Relevant Parties
The Client: Ministry of Communication and Aviation, Solomon Islands
The Consultant: Gyros Corporation / Ehira Architects and Engineers, Inc./ Oriental Consultants Global Co., Ltd
The Contractor: Kitano Construction Corp.
Operation and Maintenance: Solomon Islands Airport Corporation Limited

Highly Evaluated Points

  • The project established an easy-to-maintain aeronautical light system. It also reduced the maintenance cost incurred after the start of operation by employing equipment and materials that are easily available in local markets.
  • In consideration of other projects carried out by the New Zealand government and the World Bank at the same airport, the project team sought to achieve total optimization by coordinating with the staff of these projects in terms of the airport design and the equipment used.
  • The project hired multiple local engineers and developed their skills through on-the-job training.
  • The project accomplished strict quality control and kept all records in written form, which was highly praised by the client.
  • A structural design compliant with the Japanese seismic standards was adopted.
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AXIA South Cikarang Tower3 Project

Project Overview

  • In addition to the previously constructed AXIA Tower 1 and Tower 2, Toyota Tsusho Corp. and Takenaka Corp. developed AXIA Tower 3 for families in the Cikarang area.
  • Leveraging the planning and operational capabilities of a Japanese trading firm and the design and construction quality of a Japanese general contractor, the two companies provided a safe, secure, and comfortable living environment and transferred their technical know-how to local personnel.
  • Attracting commercial facilities and medical institutions that are available to local residents as well improved the local life infrastructure.

Data

Applicant:Toyota Tsusho Corporation / Takenaka Corporation
Construction Period: From December 2019 to September 2021

Relevant Parties
The Client:
PT. Toyota Tsusho Real Estate Cikarang
(Toyota Tsusho Corporation Group)
The Consultant: PT. Takenaka Indonesia + Takenaka Corporation
The Contractor: PT. Takenaka Indonesia
Operation and Maintenance:
PT. TTL Residences (Toyota Tsusho Corporation Group)

Highly Evaluated Points

  • A comfortable living environment was created by using the know-how of designing hotels, houses, and landscapes in Japan.
  • In addition to transferring the technical know-how of design, construction, and operation, as well as the Japanese spirit of hospitality, Japanese language education was provided as well to offer opportunities to advance one's career after the project.
  • Development plans were created by building on the knowledge gained through more than 10 years of community building in the Cikarang area.
  • The companies collaborated with local conglomerates, government, and master developer to enhance the value of the area and contribute to job creation.
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The GEAR

Project Overview

  • The project developed a facility that integrates three functions: business offices, research and development laboratories for leading-edge technologies and other R&D capabilities, and a hub for promoting open innovations.
  • The facility serves as a hub for research and development, verification testing, and social implementation of technologies that address major social issues surrounding the construction industry, such as higher productivity, sustainability, and well-being.

Data

Applicant: Kajima Development Pte. Ltd.
Construction Period: From December 2020 to March 2023

Relevant Companies
The Client: Kajima Development Pte. Ltd.
The Consultant: KAJIMA DESIGN
The Contractor: Kajima Overseas Asia (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
Operation and Maintenance: Kajima Development Pte. Ltd.

Highly Evaluated Points

  • Kajima Corp. has introduced a number of environment-friendly technologies nurtured in Japan to Singapore for the first time and uses the GEAR to showcase those new technologies. Hybrid air-conditioning in particular was highly regarded by the Ministry of Education of Singapore.
  • Various kinds of data, including vital data and position information of people inside the building and environmental data, are collected from wearable devices, cameras, sensors, and other equipment. The collected data are analyzed to create a space that contributes to people's wellness.
  • The facility was built in a state-owned land that Kajima Corp. had acquired under a priority allocation system from the Singapore government, which appreciated the company's contribution to the economy, job creation, technology development, etc.
  • The company has built a framework that promotes interactions among government organizations, universities, research institutes, startups, enterprises in different industries, and engineers from different countries. It helps various entities create new businesses and people inside and outside the company develop innovations.
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Second Ho Chi Minh City Water Environment Improvement Project Package G: Construction of Interceptor Sewer System

Project Overview

  • The project constructed sewer lines in the city of Ho Chi Minh, faced with problems such as flooding in the rainy season and poor water quality of rivers, by using the jacking method rarely employed in Vietnam.
  • The trenchless construction method minimized the impact on road traffic and local residents, which was highly regarded by the client.
  • YASUDA Engineering Co., Ltd., which has been promoting the use of the jacking method in the country, won a large-scale project despite being an SME.

Data

Applicant: YASUDA Engineering Co.,Ltd.
Construction Period: From March 2016 to November 2022

Relevant Parties
The Client:
Transportation Works Construction Investment Project
Management Authority of Ho Chi Minh City (TCIP)
The Consultant:
Joint Venture of Nihon Suido
- Pacific - Nippon Koei - Viwase
The Contractor: YASUDA-KOLON Joint Venture
Operation and Maintenance:
Transportation Works Construction Investment Project
Management Authority of Ho Chi Minh City (TCIP)

Highly Evaluated Points

  • Taking advantage of long-distance and curved construction techniques, which are excellent features of Japan's jacking method technology, the project improved the urban environment in Ho Chi Minh City and made the city more resilient against urban flooding, while minimizing the impact of the construction work on the civic life and economic activities.
  • The project trained local human resources as construction operators. Technical intern trainees returning to Vietnam were assigned to instruct local workers.
  • YASUDA Engineering Co., Ltd. has established a framework whereby the company receives and trains Vietnamese engineers and skilled workers in Japan and hires those trained personnel for its local affiliate company. This makes the company poised to win bids for overseas sewerage projects.
  • The company creates opportunities for future projects by promoting the use of the jacking method and participating in private-public initiatives for developing standards.
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The Project for Rehabilitation and Expansion of the Water Networks in Balqa Governorate (Phase 2)

Project Overview

  • In a water-poor desert area facing a sudden increase in population due to the influx of refugees, the project improved water access for local residents by repairing aging waterworks facilities (water pipes, distribution pipes, distribution reservoirs, pressure reducing valve chambers, etc.).
  • The local regulations required the project team to employ the trenchless construction method and non-water supply shutdown method, both of which are rarely used in the country. They brought in dedicated equipment from Japan and conducted a technology transfer for local engineers and waterworks bureau officials.

Data

Applicant:DAI NIPPON CONSTRUCTION
Construction Period: From December 2017 to January 2020

Relevant Parties
The Client:
Water Authority of Jordan,
Ministry of water and irrigation
The Consultant: Tokyo Engineering Consultants CO.LTD.
The Contractor: DAI NIPPON CONSTRUCTION
Operation and Maintenance:
Water Authority of Jordan, Ministry of water and irrigation

Highly Evaluated Points

  • Through thorough quality control and technical assistance by Japanese engineers and other project members enabled the construction to be completed with no water leaks occurring in any section of the highway.
  • A digital remote monitoring system controls the water pressure and flow rate in real time, curtailing the wasteful supply of water and optimizing the energy efficiency.
  • A hands-on training session for technology transfer was conducted once or twice a month during the morning meeting.
  • The company intentionally dispatched younger employees with little experience in the Middle Eastern region and waterworks construction work in order to train them on how to run a project smoothly in a different cultural environment. The trained personnel have successfully worked in overseas projects on a continuous basis afterwards.
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CONTRACT T212 CONSTRUCTION OF UPPER THOMSON STATION AND TUNNELS FOR THOMSON - EAST COAST LINE

Project Overview

  • This project involves the construction of Upper Thomson Station, a two-level underground station (228 meters in length) located in the middle of Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL), as well as a launch shaft located between the Upper Thomson Station and the neighboring Caldecott Station, and four bored tunnels with a total excavation length of approximately 3.9 km.
  • Due to the challenging excavation in complex ground condition, beneath heavy traffic roads and existing Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) tunnels, Japanese technologies were adopted including special slurry Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), a tunnel excavation management system, and a retractable micro TBM.

Data

Applicant: SATO KOGYO CO., LTD.
Construction Period: From November 2013 to August 2021

Relevant Parties
The Client: Land Transport Authority
The Consultant:
T.Y.Lin International/ DP Architects/
Kiso Jiban Singapore
The Contractor: SATO KOGYO (S) PTE. LTD.
Operation and Maintenance: SMRT Corporation Ltd

Highly Evaluated Points

  • The project won the Green Mark Platinum award for the use of LED lamps, natural light, and escalators that stop when unoccupied, solar power generation, water recycling for air conditioning equipment, planting upon land restoration, etc.
  • The project included zero-emission initiatives such as high-level treatment of construction drainage and reuse of earth dug up during construction.
  • The amounts of discharged sand and gravel were measured in real time to monitor for excessive excavation and prevent subsidence.
  • The project provided an opportunity for the excavation management system and other Japanese technologies to come to widespread use in Singapore.
  • Local personnel were trained on the Japanese way of construction, including how to schedule the process and how to manage measurements and costs.
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MOMBASA PORT DEVELOPMENT PHASE2, CONTRACT PAKAGE1

Project Overview

  • To deal with the increasing volume of container cargo handled at Mombasa Port, the project expanded the facilities built in Phase 1.
  • Building on its experience in Phase 1, the company proposed construction methods and developed relationships with the client. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they took advantage of continuous orders, which allowed them to have construction work continued by the local staff and workers they had trained in Phase 1.

Data

Applicant: TOYO CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.
Construction Period: From September 2018 to May 2022

Relevant Parties
The Client: Kenya Ports Authrity (KPA)
The Consultant: JPC（Japan）
BAC Engineering & Architecture Ltd.（Kenya)
Gachagua Kahoro & Associates（Kenya） JV
The Contractor: TOYO CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.
Operation and Maintenance: Kenya Ports Authrity (KPA)

Highly Evaluated Points

  • For the BIM process for the construction work, the company held a workshop for local engineers to learn about BIM. This promoted the collaboration with the local partner and enabled efficient work management, earning the company high acclaim from the client and others.
  • The company used long piles with pile joints welded at the factory and adopted heavy-duty corrosion protection technology for splash zones in order to maintain the level of quality.
  • The company continued to employ the local staff, skilled personnel, and others the trained through the technology transfer in the first phase of construction.
  • The company holds workshops and provides technical assistance for local operators and skilled personnel on a continual basis in preparation for future projects in the region.
  • The company receives Filipino staffs for technical intern training in Japan on a continual basis and dispatches them as instructors for overseas projects.
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