The Kvarts glass plant in Kuvasay is set to invest $20mn to commence production of special reflective glass windows featuring indium, aluminum, and zinc films. This initiative aligns with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's broader goals for construction development and poverty reduction, as discussed in a recent meeting.
During the meeting, Mirziyoyev highlighted the construction industry’s annual turnover of UZS 150 trillion ($11.78bn), with one-third attributed to construction materials. Since 2017, Uzbekistan has completed construction projects worth $100bn. However, the president emphasized the need for innovative approaches to address demographic and environmental challenges, as well as the increasing demand for energy and natural resources.
Key priorities outlined by the president include improving the cost efficiency, quality, and culture of construction practices. Enterprises have frequently raised concerns about bureaucratic hurdles, high construction material prices, and the quality of available products. Transparency within the sector remains a significant issue.
Over the past seven years, Uzbekistan has invested $9bn in building material production, resulting in the establishment of approximately 5,000 new enterprises and a doubling of production volumes. Despite these advancements, domestic production still falls short of meeting the growing demand. Many construction materials, such as paints, PVC pipes, and plumbing, continue to be heavily reliant on imports.
In his address, the president also underscored the importance of energy efficiency in construction. The incorporation of basalt in building materials has led to a 20% reduction in energy consumption in new homes and social facilities. The introduction of reflective windows and other energy-efficient materials is projected to halve energy costs.
The Kvarts plant’s new production line aims to not only enhance the local construction market but also contribute to reducing the import share of construction materials, which has declined from 31% to 25% in recent years. Additionally, a further investment of $170mn is planned to expand the production of fiber cement panels, geotextiles, and autoclaved aerated concrete.
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