In recent years, Uzbekistan’s industrial policy has reached a new stage. The country is forming a model of economic growth based on modern production capacities and international technological standards.
The “Yangi Avlod” Special Industrial Zone was established in accordance with the Presidential Resolution of March 20, 2024. It stands out for its modern production infrastructure, convenient logistics, and extensive incentives for investors.
One of the promising projects within the zone is the East Can Solutions enterprise, which has established a complex for the production of aluminum packaging and bottling of soft drinks. The President reviewed the company’s products and development prospects, after which the project was officially launched.
The enterprise occupies an area of 21 hectares, with a total project cost of $90 million, financed primarily through foreign investment.
The complex is among the few enterprises of its kind in Central Asia and is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery manufactured in the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany. All production processes are fully digitalized.
Production capacity will be expanded in stages. In the first phase, the plant will produce 600 million aluminum containers per year. In the second phase, production will increase to 1.1 billion, and in the third phase, to 2.2 billion. This will make it possible not only to meet domestic demand fully but also to export competitive products within the region.
Implementation of the project will allow for import substitution worth $60 million and create an export potential of $20 million. The production localization rate will reach 90 percent. Once the enterprise reaches full capacity, it will create 500 new jobs, and significant tax revenues will begin to flow into the state budget.
The Head of State was also briefed on the progress of work within the “Yangi Avlod” Special Industrial Zone. Responsible officials reported on the zone’s development strategy and on measures aimed at implementing localization, digitalization, and energy-saving processes.
At present, 58 projects with a total value of $1.2 billion are being implemented in the zone, covering such sectors as food production, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemistry, and construction materials manufacturing.
The President was presented with 28 of the most significant initiatives, the implementation of which will create 7,600 new jobs.
It was noted that these projects will contribute not only to economic growth but also to social stability through the creation of new employment opportunities, increased export potential, and the development of local industries.
