TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, October 11. DP World has entered into a joint venture with Tashkent Invest to develop a multimodal logistics terminal near Tashkent, with planned investment of over $288 million across three phases, Trend reports.
The terminal will be located within the Yangi Avlod Special Industrial Zone in Tashkent’s Yangihayot district and is designed to significantly enhance regional connectivity, trade facilitation, and logistics efficiency across Central Asia, supporting Uzbekistan’s efforts toward economic diversification and industrial growth.
Under the terms of the agreement, DP World will hold an 85 percent stake in the joint venture, while Tashkent Invest will contribute the remaining 15 percent. The newly established joint venture company, DP World Tashkent LLC, will be responsible for the development and long-term management of the logistics hub.
The project site spans approximately 82 hectares and will be developed into a world-class multimodal terminal. Once fully operational, the Tashkent Multimodal Logistics Terminal will feature a rail-linked dry port for containers and covered cargo, customs clearance zones, vehicle storage areas, truck parking, and Grade A warehouses with cross-docking facilities.
Phase one, scheduled for completion by 2026/2027, includes the construction of a 150,000 TEU-per-year rail terminaland a 63,000-square-meter warehouse complex. An additional 163,000 sqm of warehousing capacity is planned in later phases, based on market demand.
The terminal will be equipped with a dedicated freight railway station, accelerating cargo handling and reducing logistics costs. With direct access to Uzbekistan’s national rail network, major highways, and Tashkent International Airport, the facility will support seamless multimodal cargo transfer across road, rail, and air.
As part of a special industrial zone, the project also benefits from customs and tax incentives, ensuring smooth integration of logistics operations with manufacturing, processing, and export activities.
“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 bring world-class infrastructure and smart logistics capabilities to the region, improving supply chain efficiency and supporting businesses across industries,” said Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World.
“This agreement marks the beginning of a major transport and logistics hub that will boost the capital’s production and export potential. Partnering with DP World will help introduce modern technologies and attract major investors, making Tashkent even more attractive to both local and global businesses,” added Shavkat Umurzakov, Mayor of Tashkent.
DP World’s investment in Uzbekistan builds on its global expertise in logistics and infrastructure. The terminal is expected to become a key regional link connecting Central Asia with the Middle East and Europe, enabling faster and more efficient cargo flows via DP World’s global network.
With its strategic location and multimodal design, the project is set to reduce logistics costs, improve supply chain resilience, and strengthen Uzbekistan’s competitiveness in international trade.
