BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 23. President Shavkat
Mirziyoyev began an inspection of construction work on a new
passenger terminal at Namangan International Airport, a major
infrastructure project aimed at expanding air connectivity and
supporting economic growth in eastern Uzbekistan.
This was reflected in the statement by the press service of the
Uzbek president, following President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s visit to
Namangan region.
The airport expansion is part of the government’s broader effort
to modernize the country’s transportation infrastructure and
improve the efficiency of its aviation sector. The project is being
implemented under a 2021 presidential decree promoting
public-private partnerships in airport management and
development.
“Large-scale efforts are underway in our country to modernize
the transportation infrastructure. The project to expand Namangan
International Airport is an important part of these reforms.” the
press service noted in the statement.
Originally opened in 1971, Namangan Airport has operated as an
international airport since 2013. Today, nine airlines provide
regular flights through the facility.
Officials said the project has attracted $175 million in
investment. Under current plans, a new passenger terminal meeting
international standards is scheduled to open by the end of
2026.
The three-story terminal will cover 22,600 square meters and
will be capable of serving more than 1,200 passengers per hour and
up to 3 million passengers annually, significantly increasing the
airport’s capacity.
The facility will include border and customs control areas, visa
services, a business lounge, retail and dining outlets, medical
services, and a duty-free shopping zone. The project is expected to
create approximately 550 new jobs.
Authorities also plan to commission a cargo terminal by the end
of 2027 with a handling capacity of 50 tons per day. The facility
is expected to support the development of an integrated cargo
network for the Fergana Valley and expand export opportunities to
more than 90 international markets.
During the visit, Mirziyoyev reviewed the progress of
construction and instructed officials to continue improving airport
infrastructure to meet growing passenger and cargo demand.
The expansion of Namangan International Airport is part of
Uzbekistan’s broader strategy to strengthen regional connectivity,
facilitate trade, and support the country’s rapidly growing
aviation and logistics sectors.
