DP World and Tashkent Invest to Develop Multimodal Logistics Terminal in Uzbekistan

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — DP World, a leading global provider of smart end-to-end logistics solutions, has entered into a joint venture with Tashkent Invest, a subsidiary of the Tashkent City Administration, to develop and manage a state-of-the-art multimodal logistics terminal near the Uzbek capital.

The partnership marks a major step forward in enhancing Uzbekistan’s logistics infrastructure and realizing the country’s ambition to become a regional trade hub. The new terminal will be located in the Yangi Avlod Special Industrial Zone in the Yangihayot district of Tashkent and is expected to boost connectivity, efficiency, and trade facilitation across Central Asia, contributing to Uzbekistan’s economic diversification and industrial growth.

Under the agreement, Tashkent Invest will contribute 15% of the joint venture’s capital, while DP World will hold the remaining 85%. The total investment in the project exceeds US$288 million and will be implemented in three phases.

The joint venture, DP World Tashkent LLC, will oversee the construction of an international transport and logistics hub covering about 82 hectares within the Special Industrial Zone. Once completed, the Tashkent Multimodal Logistics Terminal will feature a dry port with rail connections for containers and covered cargo, customs clearance zones, parking and storage areas for trucks and vehicles, Class A warehouses, and cross-docking terminals.

The first phase includes the construction of a rail terminal with an annual capacity of 150,000 TEU and a 63,000-square-meter warehouse complex, scheduled for completion by the end of 2026–2027. An additional 163,000 square meters of warehouse space will be developed in subsequent phases depending on demand.

The terminal will have its own dedicated freight railway station, enabling faster cargo handling and delivery while reducing logistics costs. The hub will provide direct access to the national rail network, major highways, and Tashkent International Airport, ensuring efficient multimodal cargo transport — by road, rail, and air.

Located within a special industrial zone, the project will also benefit from customs and tax incentives, enabling seamless integration of logistics operations with manufacturing and export processing.

Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World, stated: “This partnership reflects our commitment to supporting Uzbekistan’s vision of becoming a major logistics and trade hub in Central Asia. The Tashkent Multimodal Logistics Terminal will equip the region with world-class infrastructure and cutting-edge logistics technologies, enhancing supply chain efficiency and supporting businesses across various industries.”

Shavkat Umurzakov, Hokim (Mayor) of Tashkent, added: “This agreement launches the development of a transport and logistics hub that will significantly increase the city’s industrial and export potential. Partnering with DP World, a globally recognized leader in logistics and port management, will bring advanced technologies to Tashkent and attract major investors. With world-class infrastructure, Tashkent will become even more attractive for both local and international business.”

DP World’s investment in Uzbekistan builds on the company’s global expertise in logistics and infrastructure development. The Tashkent terminal will become a key link connecting Central Asia with the Middle East and Europe, facilitating the smooth movement of goods through DP World’s integrated global network.

With its strategic location and multimodal design, the project will play a vital role in reducing logistics costs, strengthening supply chain reliability, and enhancing the trade competitiveness of Uzbekistan and the broader region.