Kazakhstan is continuing its efforts to diversify the economy, strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on imports, DKNews.kz reports.
As part of instructions issued by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, new industrial, logistics and social facilities have been launched across several regions. The projects are expected to create jobs, expand local production and support exports.
New industrial complex opens in Almaty Region
A metal structures and concrete production complex worth KZT 4.7 billion has opened in Karasay District.
The enterprise is designed to produce:
- 10,000 tonnes of metal structures per year
- 300,000 cubic metres of concrete per year
- Sandwich panels
- Modular buildings
The project created 80 jobs.
Its products will be supplied to the domestic market and exported to Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.
Class A logistics hub begins operations
The first stage of a major Class A warehouse complex has also opened in Karasay District on a 50-hectare site.
Investment in the first phase reached KZT 20 billion, while the total cost of the project is estimated at KZT 70 billion.
Once fully completed, the complex will offer third-party logistics, or 3PL, services and include 160,000 square metres of warehouse space.
The project is expected to create:
- 1,200 jobs in total
- 135 jobs already filled during the first stage
The new facility is expected to strengthen the region’s logistics capacity and improve the distribution of goods across Kazakhstan and neighbouring markets.
Camel milk powder plant launched in Aralsk
A camel milk powder production complex worth KZT 3 billion has started operations in Aralsk.
Of the total investment, KZT 1.8 billion was provided through concessional financing from the Industry Development Fund.
The plant has the capacity to produce 400 tonnes of finished products per year and process up to 20,000 litres of raw milk daily.
The project created 23 jobs and will purchase raw materials from local livestock farmers.
This could provide stable demand for camel milk while helping producers in the Aral region enter higher-value processing markets.
Aralsk begins producing premium edible salt
A new premium edible salt plant worth KZT 1.8 billion has also opened in Aralsk.
The enterprise can produce up to 40,000 tonnes of salt annually and has created 20 permanent jobs.
The products will be supplied to the Kazakh market, while the company also plans to begin exports to neighbouring countries.
The project supports import substitution and expands the range of processed products manufactured in the region.
Kazakhstan launches domestic laminate production
A laminate production plant worth KZT 5 billion has been commissioned in the Turan Special Economic Zone in Turkestan Region.
During the first stage, the facility will produce 840,000 square metres of laminate per year and employ 65 people.
The second stage will increase:
- Annual capacity to 2.4 million square metres
- Employment to 150 jobs
The products will initially be sold on the domestic market, reducing reliance on imported construction materials.
New sports complex opens in Aktobe Region
A sports and recreation complex has been put into operation in Alga District of Aktobe Region.
The 3,000-square-metre facility includes:
- A swimming pool
- A football field
- Areas for sports and recreational activities
The complex can accommodate up to 150 visitors per day.
The project is expected to improve access to sports infrastructure for children and young people living in rural areas.
Direct flights launched between Atyrau and Batumi
Kazakhstan and Georgia have expanded regional air connectivity with the launch of regular direct flights between Atyrau and Batumi.
Flights will operate once a week on Tuesdays using Airbus A320 aircraft.
The new route is expected to:
- Expand international travel options
- Support tourism between Kazakhstan and Georgia
- Improve business and cultural ties
- Strengthen the tourism potential of Atyrau and Batumi
Why these projects matter
The latest launches show that regional development in Kazakhstan is increasingly focused on a combination of industrial production, logistics, social infrastructure and transport connectivity.
New factories can help replace imports and increase exports, while logistics facilities make it easier for businesses to reach domestic and international markets.
At the same time, projects such as rural sports centres and new air routes improve quality of life and strengthen links between regions and neighbouring countries.
