The energy sector in Uzbekistan is undergoing a significant transformation as international capital begins flowing into infrastructure modernization. The United Arab Emirates-based company AMEA Power has launched a major portfolio of energy storage projects worth approximately $1.3 billion, signaling robust confidence in the country’s energy transition strategy.
The first project to launch is an energy storage system under construction in the Mirzo-Ulugbek district of Tashkent. Valued at $86.1 million, this facility will provide 150 MW of power capacity and 300 MWh of energy storage capability. Construction commenced during the Uzbekistan Energy Week 2026 conference in mid-May, marking a tangible beginning to what promises to be a period of intensive infrastructure development.
A second, substantially larger project is planned for the Gijduvan district in Bukhara Region. This facility will deliver 200 MW capacity with 800 MWh storage at an investment level of $200 million. Together, these two energy storage systems form a critical component of Uzbekistan’s broader strategy to stabilize its power supply and integrate renewable energy sources at scale.
Building manufacturing capacity alongside infrastructure
These storage projects operate within a wider ecosystem of energy infrastructure upgrades. In Karakalpakstan, a 1,000 MW wind farm is being developed alongside a 40-kilometer transmission line, with total investment reaching $1.06 billion. Complementing these developments, government policy now prioritizes local manufacturing of specialized components — cables, connectors, turbine towers, and blades — to establish domestic supply chains and reduce import dependency.
The localization strategy carries significant implications for the broader industrial landscape. By directing investors and infrastructure developers toward domestically-produced equipment and materials, Uzbekistan is creating substantial demand for manufacturing capacity and skilled labor. Companies establishing or expanding production facilities for energy sector components face growing market opportunities backed by consistent government commitment.
Market entry opportunities for international firms
The convergence of three factors — large foreign investment inflows, major infrastructure projects requiring specialized expertise, and deliberate manufacturing localization — creates a compelling opportunity landscape for international firms. Energy storage technology providers, electrical equipment manufacturers, power transmission specialists, and industrial construction firms will encounter substantial demand across the $1.3 billion AMEA Power portfolio alone, with additional projects and localization initiatives extending opportunities across the supply chain.
For international businesses in construction, electrical systems, and industrial equipment sectors, Uzbekistan represents more than a single market transaction. It demonstrates how a major Central Asian economy is positioning itself for energy independence and industrial capacity development. The influx of foreign investment, combined with government policy supporting local manufacturing, signals a maturing market progressively opening to partnerships and technology transfer. For companies evaluating market entry strategies and long-term positioning in the region, understanding these structural shifts in infrastructure development and industrial policy is essential to identifying genuine opportunities and sustainable business models.
