Tashkent, Baku plan to begin production of Chevrolet Cobalt vehicles in Azerbaijan in 2027

Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are beginning construction of a full-cycle automobile plant in Azerbaijan, Khurram Teshabayev, Deputy Minister of Investments, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, said in an interview with Report.

The project, valued at $84.3 million, is being implemented by Azermash CP and UzAutoSanoat JSC.

"The main preparatory work has already been completed. Suppliers have been selected, orders have been placed for production equipment and assembly lines, and construction of the new manufacturing complex is underway. Among other models, the facility will produce the Chevrolet Cobalt.

The plant is scheduled to become operational in mid-2027. Once commissioned, production will transition from SKD assembly to a full-scale manufacturing cycle, significantly increasing output and expanding the range of vehicles produced.

The Hajigabul automotive manufacturing project is one of the most successful examples of industrial cooperation between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan. The launch of semi-knocked-down (SKD) assembly of Chevrolet vehicles and Isuzu buses in 2022 demonstrated the strong potential of this partnership and laid a solid foundation for the project's further expansion.

Today, the project is entering its next phase-the construction of a full-cycle manufacturing plant.

One of the key objectives of the second phase is the gradual increase in production localization. This includes expanding the use of components manufactured in Azerbaijan, developing a network of local suppliers, and introducing more advanced manufacturing processes. These measures will increase domestic value added, support the growth of related industries, and contribute to the development of a modern automotive manufacturing ecosystem in Azerbaijan," he added.

Full interview available here