Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Ucell provides fifth-generation connectivity in all regional centres of Uzbekistan. The 5G network covers all major cities of the Fergana Valley and Samarkand Region, as well as Zarafshan, Almalyk, Angren, Akhangaran, Parkent and Bostanlyk. As one of the pioneers of 5G implementation in the country, the company continues to expand the coverage of high-speed connectivity. For the third consecutive year, Ucell has been recognised as the operator of Uzbekistan’s fastest mobile network, according to an independent analysis by Ookla®.
Ucell was among the first mobile operators in the country to begin implementing 5G technology. Back in September 2019, the company demonstrated its capabilities at the ICTEXPO exhibition and installed the first fifth-generation base station on the premises of Tashkent City.
In April 2021, Ucell announced the commercial launch of its 5G network in Tashkent, becoming the first to offer subscribers the opportunity not only to test the new technology but also to use it as a mobile communication service. This marked the beginning of the transition from individual experimental zones to the systematic expansion of commercial network coverage.
The next stage involved network development in Samarkand and other regions. Today, Ucell’s 5G network is available in all regional centres of the country, as well as in a number of other cities and areas, including Zarafshan, Almalyk, Angren, Akhangaran, Parkent and Bostanlyk.
Fifth-generation connectivity covers all major cities of the Fergana Valley and Samarkand Region. The expansion of network coverage enables an increasing number of subscribers to enjoy high-speed mobile internet where they live, work and study.
Another key area in the development of Ucell’s telecommunications infrastructure is the Tashkent Metro. The company has provided high-speed mobile connectivity at metro stations and in underground tunnels. Passengers can access the 5G network at stations, while 4G is available in the tunnels between stations. This allows passengers to stay connected and use the internet throughout their journey, including between stations.
Infrastructure development is accompanied by achievements that have received international recognition. According to an independent analysis of Speedtest Intelligence® data for the first half of 2026, Ookla® once again presented Ucell with the Fastest Mobile Network - Uzbekistan’s Fastest Mobile Network award.
Thus, Ucell has retained this title for the third consecutive year, since 2024. In addition, following the results of the first half of 2026, the company received the Best Mobile Network - Uzbekistan’s Best Mobile Network award.
