Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — State-owned enterprise Navoiyuran and Japan’s Marubeni Corporation have discussed the potential introduction of digital technologies and artificial intelligence solutions into uranium mining operations. A working online meeting between representatives of the companies took place on 2 November 2026, Navoiyuran’s press service reported.
Marubeni subsidiary Dolbix Consulting, which specialises in developing digital and technological solutions, also took part in the talks.
The discussions focused primarily on improving operational efficiency through the use of modern technologies. The parties considered ways to optimise production processes, improve the operation of technological equipment, digitalise wells and automate the processing of productive solutions.
They also explored the prospects for applying advanced technological solutions in the production of industrial products.
Following the talks, the parties identified potential areas of cooperation and agreed to continue their joint work.
The discussions were part of Navoiyuran’s efforts to identify technological solutions to improve its production processes. The company’s statement did not specify any concrete projects, implementation timelines or potential investment amounts.
