SNAPSHOT OF THE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS SECTOR

Overview

    The construction materials industry is one of Uzbekistan's fastest-growing industrial sectors, supported by abundant natural resources, expanding infrastructure development, and rising regional demand. Significant limestone reserves have established cement production as a cornerstone of the industry, while ongoing industrial diversification has expanded the range of domestically manufactured construction materials. According to the results of 2025, the sector continued to attract substantial investment and increase production capacity, strengthening Uzbekistan's position as a regional supplier of construction materials.

Cement Industry Development

    According to the results of 2025, cement production reached 21.5 million tons, supported by a network of 42 cement plants with a combined annual production capacity of 40.5 million tons. The industry employs more than 10,000 people and plays a vital role in supporting domestic construction activity and regional exports. In 2025, 353 new investment projects worth USD 1.8 billion were commissioned, contributing to further capacity expansion and technological modernization across the sector.

Regional Production Capacity

    Cement production capacity is distributed across several major industrial regions. The Andijan region accounts for 8 plants with a combined annual capacity of 7.02 million tons, while the Tashkent region operates 4 plants capable of producing 6.5 million tons annually. The Fergana region hosts 10 plants with a total capacity of 5.04 million tons, followed by Navoi region with 5.7 million tons, Jizzakh region with 4.7 million tons, and Samarkand region with 3.65 million tons of annual capacity. Additional production facilities in Namangan, Surkhandarya, Kashkadarya, and the Republic of Karakalpakstan further support nationwide supply and export potential.

Diversification of Construction Materials Production

    Beyond cement manufacturing, Uzbekistan's construction materials industry continues to diversify into higher value-added products. Domestic manufacturers increasingly produce a broad range of finished construction materials, including granite and marble slabs, glass facades, polycarbonate products, gypsum boards, metal structures, ceramic tiles, and dry construction mixtures. Growing demand from both domestic and export markets is expected to support further expansion in these segments.

Investment and Export Potential

 

   Modern production facilities established in cooperation with international investors, particularly from China, Türkiye, and Russia, have enhanced product quality and international competitiveness. Uzbekistan's strategic location at the center of Central Asia, combined with its extensive rail and road infrastructure and access to regional markets through key logistics corridors, including Termez, supports efficient distribution and export operations. Continued investment in advanced manufacturing technologies and value-added production is expected to further strengthen Uzbekistan's role as a regional hub for construction materials production and exports.