In the first half of 2026, Uzbekistan’s Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Company (NMMC) achieved a remarkable production of 1.51 million troy ounces of gold, valued at approximately UZS 86.2 trillion (around $7.23 billion). This achievement is attributed to the company’s ongoing commitment to substantial investments in gold mining, ore processing, and infrastructure development. The operational results reflect a robust output, with NMMC producing 1,508.8 thousand troy ounces of gold during this period.
The company has also made significant strides in local economic development, investing $236.8 million under Uzbekistan’s Investment Programme, which has resulted in the creation of 1,008 new jobs. As part of its localization programme, NMMC produced localized products worth UZS 808.7 billion (approximately $67.8 million). Furthermore, the company engaged in inter-industry cooperation by purchasing around UZS 4.2 trillion (about $352.2 million) worth of products from local producers, thereby bolstering the domestic economy.
NMMC is actively advancing its major investment projects, particularly the fifth stage of the second phase of the Muruntau mine development, a key asset for the company. Between January and July 2026, over 96 million cubic meters of rock were mined at this site. The company has also enhanced its operational capabilities by supplying new haul trucks and mining equipment to its Central Mining Administration’s transport division. Additionally, construction and installation of conveyor lines using cyclic-flow technology are underway at the mine, which is expected to improve efficiency.
At the Kokpatas and Daugyztau gold deposits, construction and installation of the tailings storage facility for Hydrometallurgical Plant No. 3 are ongoing. The company has introduced new electric excavators, motor graders, and front-end loaders to enhance operations at the Daugyztau and Vostochny mines.
Moreover, NMMC is expanding Hydrometallurgical Plant No. 7 to increase its processing capacity. While construction works for the ore preparation and screening sections have been completed, efforts continue on thickening and desorption facilities, as well as on the power-supply infrastructure. The modernization of Hydrometallurgical Plant No. 2, the company’s largest facility by production performance, is also in progress, with the launch of additional mill blocks bringing the total number of operating mills to 82.
Lastly, NMMC is reconstructing the tailings facility serving Hydrometallurgical Plants No. 2 and No. 7, which includes the construction of new waste-storage cells, embankments, water-intake facilities, and a 21-kilometer slurry pipeline. These developments not only signify NMMC’s commitment to enhancing its operational efficiency but also reflect its dedication to sustainable mining practices in Uzbekistan.
