Dal Engineering Group, a major Turkish construction materials manufacturer, is preparing to launch a new production phase in Uzbekistan, signaling growing confidence in the Central Asian market’s industrial potential. The Istanbul-based company met with Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Investments, Industry and Trade on October 14 to discuss expansion plans and operational support measures.
Established presence in cement and metal construction
Founded in 1985, Dal Engineering Group operates with nearly $1 billion in assets and employs approximately 500 people across its operations. In Uzbekistan, the company has already established two substantial manufacturing facilities. The first is a white cement production plant manufacturing grades 500 and 600, representing a $10 million investment with annual capacity of 70,000 tons and a workforce of 110 employees. The second facility produces metal construction elements, backed by a $15.8 million investment, capable of outputting 12,000 tons annually with 370 staff members.
Import substitution and investor conditions take center stage
The meeting, led by Dal Engineering Group’s Board Chairman Cevdet Dal, focused on critical business environment issues including support mechanisms for manufacturers producing import-substituting products and creating favorable conditions for foreign investors. The discussions also addressed current operational matters affecting the company’s activities in the country.
Central to the negotiations was the planned second phase of operations at the Angren Special Economic Zone — a new facility for manufacturing sandwich panels. Both parties agreed to intensify collaborative efforts to expand cooperation and advance additional investment initiatives.
Strategic value for international manufacturers
This development holds particular significance for international construction materials and interior finishing producers evaluating Central Asian market entry. Dal Engineering Group’s multi-stage investment approach demonstrates both the viability of manufacturing operations in Uzbekistan’s special economic zones and the government’s active engagement with foreign investors on practical business matters. The company’s progression from cement and metal structures to advanced sandwich panel production — a key material for modern construction and industrial buildings — illustrates the expanding sophistication of Uzbekistan’s construction materials sector. For companies in prefabricated construction, modular building systems, or industrial facility development, this signals a maturing supply chain and growing local production capabilities that can support larger-scale projects while reducing dependence on imports.
