The concrete market in the five Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan) is in a phase of rapid development.The annual procurement scale of supporting building materials in the infrastructure sector is expected to be no less than US$30 billion over the next five years.The compound annual growth rate has remained in the double digits.
The main demands are concentrated in:
Kazakhstan:The plan includes the construction and renovation of over 10,000 kilometers of national highways.There has been a surge in demand for high-quality cement, asphalt, and steel structures.
Uzbekistan:Focus on developing new urban areas and renovating old urban areas.Promote power grid upgrades and piped natural gas installation projects.The market capacity for wires and cables, various pipes, fireproof building materials, and decorative materials has increased dramatically.
Turkmenistan:With the advancement of mega-projects such as the TAPI natural gas pipeline, high-grade pipeline steel, special steel for large storage tanks, and fire-resistant and corrosion-resistant materials have become essential demands.The construction of the new city in the capital Ashgabat has created a huge demand for high-end curtain walls and energy-saving doors and windows.
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan:Relying on abundant hydropower resources, several large-scale hydropower stations and supporting power transmission and transformation projects have been launched.There is a clear demand for high-strength cement, special steel, and high-quality waterproof materials.Meanwhile, the upgrading of border crossings and the renovation of urban water supply systems between the two countries urgently require pipes, water treatment equipment, and accessories.
