The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a US$20 million loan to help Tashkent Pipe Plant (TPP) expand and modernize its production facilities, as shared in the bank’s recent update. The project aims to boost the company’s capacity to produce insulated steel pipes used in vital water systems and infrastructure across Uzbekistan.
The funding will help TPP buy raw materials and upgrade its equipment to apply protective insulation coatings. These improvements will allow the plant to produce more high-quality large-diameter pipes—key components in water networks, mining projects, and transport infrastructure including roads and bridges.
TPP is currently the only producer of insulated large-diameter pipes in Uzbekistan. With the new technology, its products’ lifespan is set to increase from about 20 years to up to 50 years. That means lower maintenance costs, reduced water loss, and longer-lasting infrastructure for communities across the country.
By cutting waste and improving efficiency, the project also supports Uzbekistan’s goals to strengthen access to clean water and build more sustainable infrastructure. It’s a practical step toward greener growth and better resource management at the national level.
To date, the EBRD has invested more than €5.5 billion in Uzbekistan through almost 200 projects, most of them aimed at encouraging private business growth and driving sustainable development across the country.
