‘’Best Utilities Project” Award – Namangan Wastewater Treatment Plant, Uzbekistan
‘’Best Utilities Project” Award – Namangan Wastewater Treatment Plant, Uzbekistan
May 17, 2023
The Namangan Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), the first of its kind in Uzbekistan’s water sector, has been awarded the prestigious “Best Utilities Project” at the London Partnership Awards. Developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) model by Metito Utilities, this pioneering project marks a major milestone in the country’s sustainable water infrastructure journey.
Since 2017, Uzbekistan has been driving a bold economic reform agenda aimed at accelerating sustainable infrastructure development by engaging the private sector and attracting foreign direct investment. The Namangan WWTP stands as a flagship project under this agenda and has gained global recognition for its potential long-term impact.
Located 295 km from Tashkent, the Namangan WWTP is expected to significantly improve water and wastewater infrastructure in the region. The project plays a key role in encouraging more foreign investment in essential infrastructure, creating employment opportunities, and improving access to clean water and sanitation services.
This award reflects the success and importance of Uzbekistan’s PPP program, which government officials have described as a turning point in the country’s development.