Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Combine (NGMC) continues its ambitious expansion drive with significant progress reported at Hydrometallurgical Plant 7 (GMZ-7) – a facility specializing in processing technogenic waste.
Located in the Kyzylkum Desert, GMZ-7 stands as a testament to NGMC’s commitment to sustainable development. Unlike other hydrometallurgical plants in the combine, GMZ-7 boasts the unique advantage of eliminating the costs associated with ore mining, processing, sorting, and transportation.
Having processed 16 million tonnes of technogenic waste in 2024, GMZ-7 aims to reach 19 million tonnes this year. Further cementing this commitment, NGMC has initiated a major investment project: “Expansion of Processing Capacity of Hydrometallurgical Plant No. 7,” slated for completion in 2030.
“Within the framework of the Sustainable Development Programme of JSC ‘NGMK’, construction work is underway for installing four new mills, each with a capacity to process 10 million tonnes of technogenic waste annually. These additions will bring the total number of mills on site to ten. Two of the new mills have already been commissioned. Essential equipment and spare parts are being localised and manufactured by Navoi Machine-Building Plant and Zarqush Repair and Mechanical Plant,” explained Olzhon Akhatov, Deputy Chief Engineer at GMZ-7.
Further expansion plans include extending several factory sections, marking a crucial step towards boosting production volumes.
These investments underline NGMC’s dedication to technological innovation and responsible resource management, showcasing its position as a leader in sustainable industrial practices.
