The partnership marks a major step in advancing Uzbekistan’s logistics infrastructure and its ambitions to become a regional trade hub. The new terminal, located in the Yangi Avlod Special Industrial Zone in the Yangihayot district of Tashkent, is expected to enhance connectivity, improve trade efficiency and support economic diversification and industrial growth across Central Asia.
Under the agreement, Tashkent Invest will contribute 15% of the joint venture’s equity, with DP World holding the remaining 85%. The total investment for the project is estimated at over US $288 million, to be delivered across three phases.
The joint venture company, DP World Tashkent LLC, will oversee the development of an international transport and logistics hub on an 82-hectare site within the Special Industrial Zone. Once fully operational, the Tashkent Multimodal Logistics Terminal will feature a rail-connected dry port for containers and covered cargo, customs clearance zones, truck parking, vehicle storage, and Grade A warehouses with cross-docking facilities.
Phase one will see the construction of a 150,000 TEU rail terminal and a 63,000 sqm warehouse complex, scheduled for completion by 2026–2027. A further 163,000 sqm of warehouse space is planned in later phases, depending on demand.
The terminal will have its own dedicated freight railway station, facilitating faster cargo handling and reducing logistics costs. Its strategic location provides direct access to Uzbekistan’s national rail network, major highways, and Tashkent International Airport, enabling seamless multimodal transfer between road, rail, and air.
Situated within a special industrial zone, the project also benefits from customs and tax incentives, supporting integration between logistics operations, manufacturing, and export processing.
“This partnership reflects our commitment to supporting Uzbekistan’s vision of becoming a major logistics and trade hub in Central Asia,” said Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World. “The Tashkent Multimodal Logistics Terminal will bring world-class infrastructure and smart logistics capabilities to the region, improving supply chain efficiency and supporting businesses across industries.”
“The agreement initiates the development of a transport and logistics hub that will significantly enhance the capital’s production and export potential,” added Shavkat Umurzakov, Mayor of Tashkent. “Partnering with DP World, a global leader in logistics and port management, will allow the introduction of modern technologies in Tashkent and attract major investors. With world-class infrastructure, Tashkent will become even more convenient for local and international businesses.”
DP World’s investment in Uzbekistan leverages its global logistics and infrastructure expertise. The Tashkent terminal is expected to serve as a key link between Central Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, facilitating efficient cargo movement through DP World’s integrated global network.
By combining its strategic location with a multimodal design, the project aims to reduce logistics costs, improve supply chain reliability, and enhance trade competitiveness for Uzbekistan and the wider region.