By: Oil & gas middle east

Dubai-based Rushmore Group FZE has announced significant progress in constructing the Vertical Blind Shaft “Ventilating” at the Khandiza Mine, a vital part of Uzbekistan’s national investment agenda. This ambitious project is being executed under a turnkey contract with JSC Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex (Almalyk MMC).

Doniyor Kadirov, CEO of Rushmore Group, emphasised the project’s importance, stating, “This project underscores our long-term commitment to high-impact infrastructure across the Central Asian region.” He highlighted the strong collaboration between international and local teams to deliver world-class engineering solutions.

Located in the Sariasiya district of the Surkhandarya region, the project is scheduled for completion over a 48-month timeline. The vertical shaft will serve as a critical component for the mine, providing ventilation, personnel and cargo transport, and an emergency exit. The structure will reach a depth of 570 meters, with a diameter of 7.1 meters, reinforced with a concrete lining for structural integrity.

As the lead coordinator, Rushmore Group FZE oversees comprehensive project management, including stakeholder coordination and subcontractor oversight. The project is executed in close partnership with a designated Uzbek subcontractor, ensuring quality and timely completion.

To maintain the project’s momentum, the Deputy Director of the Permanent Entity (PE) remains on-site at the Khandiza Mine, overseeing daily activities. Regular visits by the Director of the PE ensure strong stakeholder engagement with Almalyk MMC and other partners.

Rushmore Group FZE, a subsidiary of Rushmore Holdings, is recognised for providing comprehensive infrastructure solutions across the energy, mining, and industrial sectors. The company focuses on excellence, innovation, and sustainability, empowering national development and industrial modernisation by combining global best practices with local insights.