L&T Commences Initial Work on New Tashkent International Airport Project
New Delhi, October 19, 2026: The Public Spaces, Airports & Health (PAH) business vertical of Larsen & Toubro has secured a Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) from the PPP consortium developing the New Tashkent International Airport in Uzbekistan, according to a press release issued by the company.
The LNTP has been issued following the execution of an engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) contract awarded to L&T earlier for the construction of the passenger terminal and associated landside infrastructure of the greenfield airport. Pursuant to the LNTP, L&T has commenced initial engineering, detailed design, planning, procurement preparation, and other related pre-construction activities for the project. The Notice to Proceed for the full project scope is expected to be issued by the consortium upon fulfillment of agreed contractual conditions precedent, after which site construction will begin.
The passenger terminal and associated landside facilities to be undertaken by L&T are designed to cater to approximately 17 million passengers annually. L&T’s scope of work includes site grading, road infrastructure, structural works, architectural finishes, MEP services, utilities, and installation of advanced airport systems.
The New Tashkent International Airport is a greenfield development envisaged to transform Uzbekistan into a major aviation hub connecting East and West, and North and South. The airport forms a key pillar of the country’s long-term transport infrastructure strategy and is planned to become one of Central Asia’s largest aviation gateways for passenger, cargo, and logistics traffic.
Commenting on the development, Sthaladipti Saha, Senior Vice President & Head – Buildings Infrastructure, Larsen & Toubro, said: “The execution of this project marks a significant milestone in L&T’s global infrastructure EPC portfolio. The New Tashkent International Airport is a strategically important project that will play a pivotal role in enhancing regional connectivity and supporting Uzbekistan’s ambition of emerging as a leading aviation hub. We are privileged to partner in this transformative development and remain committed to delivering a world-class airport that meets the highest standards of quality, safety and sustainability.”
