What is a Capital Project
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Peng Li
Case Study 1:
Location: New York, USA
Project: Construction of a new data center
Execution: Managed by XYZ Corp, construction started in 2023, involving local contractors and international suppliers.
Logistics: Managed by ABC Logistics, covering transport, storage, and on-site material handling.
Best Transport Mode: Combination of ocean (for heavy equipment) and road (for local deliveries).
Global Sourcing: Sourcing of specialized server equipment from Germany and cooling systems from Japan.
Financing: Combination of company funds, bank loans, and private investments.
Case Study 2:
Location: Dubai, UAE
Project: Large-scale solar power plant
Execution: Initiated by SolarTech, involving multinational engineering teams, started in 2024.
Logistics: Logistics by DHL Global, focusing on international freight and customs clearance.
Best Transport Mode: Primarily ocean for solar panels and associated equipment, supplemented by air for urgent or delicate components.
Global Sourcing: Solar panels from China, inverters from Italy, and cables from South Korea.
Financing: Government grants, international green energy funds, and corporate bonds.
Case Study 3:
Location: Sydney, Australia
Project: Expansion of a university campus
Execution: Led by EduBuild, involving local construction firms, planned completion in 2025.
Logistics: Managed by Logistics Solutions Pty, including site preparation and material distribution.
Best Transport Mode: Road transport for its flexibility and accessibility to urban areas.
Global Sourcing: Educational equipment from the USA and UK, construction materials locally sourced.
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Financing: Funded through university funds, government educational grants, and private donations.
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project-case-study/
https://www.pwc.com/gx/en/industries/capital-projects-infrastructure.html
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/project-logistics-visibility-value-large-scale-projects-tyndall
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