TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, September 16. Construction of modern terminals is underway at Namangan Airport with investments of $140 million, Trend reports.
This was announced during President Mirziyoyev's visit to the Namangan region.
The current airport can no longer accommodate the growing number of passengers. The new three-story terminal is expected to increase passenger capacity by 2.5 times and will feature modern border control and visa processing areas, a business lounge, retail and public spaces, a medical center, and duty-free shops.
In parallel, a large cargo terminal is under construction, designed to handle up to 50 tons of cargo per day and facilitate exports to 90 countries worldwide. Crucially, this will establish a unified cargo system for the Fergana Valley, significantly boosting the region’s export and transit potential.
This year alone, the Namangan region aims to attract 1.5 million foreign tourists and over 2 million domestic visitors, while increasing service export revenues to $210 million. Exports from neighboring Andijan and Fergana regions are also showing growth.
To enhance airport operations, the fleet of specialized equipment is being updated to accommodate and service different types of aircraft. The project also includes the construction of a catering complex, a fuel filling station, and other supporting infrastructure. The new terminals are scheduled to open next year.
