Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — A major project to provide stable mobile connectivity at all underground stations and tunnels of the Tashkent Metro has been completed. The work was carried out in partnership with the Tashkent Metro and with the participation of Huawei.

For the first time in Central Asia, the metro now offers continuous coverage with modern network standards: 5G at stations and 4.5G in tunnels. Passengers can now make high-quality voice calls, stream ultra-high-definition video, and broadcast live, with average speeds of up to 142 Mbps — both at stations and while traveling on trains.

The project covered the Chilanzar, Uzbekistan, and Yunusabad metro lines. Over 100 km of optical cable were laid, more than 200 radio transmitters installed, and 150 km of electrical cable mounted. This not only provided passengers with high-quality mobile connectivity but also upgraded the metro’s technical communications infrastructure.

Tan Xiaoxiang, General Director of Huawei in Uzbekistan, noted that the development of fifth-generation networks is an important driver of economic growth and innovation. According to him, the metro project will open new opportunities for integrating digital technologies into the city’s transport system.

Shakhzod Agzamov, head of the metro signaling and communications service, emphasized that more than 100 specialists were involved in the project. Installing equipment and laying cables in confined spaces with high passenger density required precise coordination and teamwork.

The project marks a significant step in the development of the capital’s digital infrastructure, allowing Tashkent Metro passengers to stay connected throughout their journey.