BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 22. The key
priorities of Uzbekistan’s Navoi Mining and Metallurgical Company
(NMMC) for 2026 include ensuring the sustainable development of
production activities, improving the efficiency of all production
processes, and expanding the resource base, a source at NMMC told
Trend.


"In 2026, NMMC plans to continue its course of gradually
increasing gold mining and processing volumes through the
optimization of existing capacities, the integration of new
facilities into the production cycle, and enhanced technological
efficiency," the source noted.


As a continuation of these plans, the company reported that 2026
will also see further development and modernization of production
facilities, the active introduction of modern technologies,
automated management systems, and digital solutions, as well as the
expansion of production capacities at key sites.


"In 2026, NMMC will continue implementing investment projects
aimed at developing production infrastructure and introducing
innovative solutions," the source said.







In addition, according to the source, NMMC intends to expand
cooperation with leading international and national partners in the
fields of engineering, mechanical engineering, and scientific and
technical development.


"The company is consistently pursuing a policy of production
localization and expanding inter-industry industrial cooperation,
placing particular emphasis on the formation of sustainable
production chains and enhancing technological independence," the
company noted.


Meanwhile,in 2025, NMMC produced goods worth 135.6 trillion
soums ($11.26 billion), marking a 44.4% increase compared to 2024,
demonstrating strong growth and efficiency improvements across its
operations.