Honeywell expands operations in Uzbekistan to boost industrial sector

Honeywell expands operations in Uzbekistan to boost industrial sector
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Heather Byrnes Deputy chief of mission | U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan

The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent has announced the establishment of Honeywell Industrial Automation LLC, a new legal entity aimed at strengthening commercial ties between the United States and Uzbekistan. This expansion highlights the United States' role as a preferred business partner and showcases American expertise in advanced industrial technologies.

Honeywell, known for its integrated technology solutions, is expanding its operations to support automation and digital transformation in Uzbekistan's key industrial sectors. The formation of Honeywell Industrial Automation LLC was celebrated with an event hosted by U.S. Ambassador Jonathan Henick at his residence in Tashkent. The gathering included prominent dignitaries and government officials such as Minister of Energy Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov.

At the event, Honeywell reiterated its dedication to aiding Uzbekistan's digital transformation and energy initiatives. The company has longstanding partnerships with local industries and government bodies, particularly in oil and gas, petrochemistry, mining, minerals, and metallurgy sectors. The new Global Engineering Center (GEC) in Tashkent will act as a hub for engineering excellence, nurturing local talent while developing advanced industrial technologies for both Uzbekistan and the region.

"Honeywell is an integrated operating company serving a broad range of industries and geographies around the world," states Honeywell's announcement. "Our business is aligned with three powerful megatrends – automation, the future of aviation, and energy transition – underpinned by our Honeywell Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Forge IoT platform."

The company further elaborated on its mission: "As a trusted partner, we help organizations solve the world’s toughest, most complex challenges, providing actionable solutions and innovations through our Aerospace Technologies, Industrial Automation, Building Automation, and Energy and Sustainability Solutions business segments that help make the world smarter and safer as well as more secure and sustainable."