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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Uzbekistan-Based AKFA Aluminum Solutions Plans Bowling Green, Kentucky, Production Operations

12/23/2025
Uzbekistan-Based AKFA Aluminum Solutions, a division of AKFA Group, plans to establish operations in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The project is expected to create 331 jobs.

The company’s new facility, located in the Kentucky Transpark, will serve as a full-cycle production hub, featuring advanced extrusion, anodizing and finishing capabilities.

“This is more than a facility – it is a bridge between two nations,” said Ilhom Abiev, representative of AKFA Aluminum Solutions US LLC. “We chose Kentucky because it offers everything we value – strategic location, skilled talent and a forward-looking community that believes in innovation. This investment represents not only growth for our company, but a relationship built on trust, technology and shared opportunity. It is also important to highlight the role of highly qualified professionals, including Mirolim Mirmukhsinov, sales representative; Shakhzod Saidov, business development manager; Denis Ermalaev, technical director; and Sanjar Sayidov, production manager, whose expertise has strengthened our project team in meeting strategic targets.”

To support the project the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority preliminarily approved a 10-year incentive agreement with the company under the Kentucky Business Investment program. The performance-based agreement can provide up to $5.6 million in tax incentives based on the company’s investment of $80 million and annual targets of: creation and maintenance of 331 Kentucky-resident, full-time jobs across 10 years; and paying an average hourly wage of $27.03, including benefits, across those jobs.

“Kentucky’s historic economic momentum has been fueled by our incredible workforce and our ability to attract companies from across the globe,” noted Governor Andy Beshear. “This announcement from AKFA Aluminum Solutions introduces a new international partner to the commonwealth and is an important step for U.S. and Uzbekistan trade relations. Even better, it also creates 331 jobs for Kentuckians. I want to thank the company’s leadership for believing in Kentucky for their first U.S. operation and look forward to their future success.”

Additionally, KEDFA approved AKFA for up to $500,000 in tax incentives through the Kentucky Enterprise Initiative Act (KEIA). KEIA allows approved companies to recoup Kentucky sales and use tax on construction costs, building fixtures, equipment used in research and development and electronic processing. By meeting its annual targets over the agreement term, the company can be eligible to keep a portion of the new tax revenue it generates. The company may claim eligible incentives against its income tax liability and/or wage assessments.

“AKFA’s investment is transformational – not just for Bowling Green, but for Kentucky’s position on the global manufacturing map,” added Meredith Rozanski, interim president and CEO of the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce. “This project represents forward-thinking and high-impact investment that aligns with our strategy: global innovation, advanced manufacturing and quality jobs for our residents.”

In addition, AKFA can receive resources from Kentucky’s workforce service providers. Those include no-cost recruitment and job placement services, reduced-cost customized training and job-training incentives.

“Working in partnership with the Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce, the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development and Warren RECC is a testament to our shared commitment to fostering economic growth in the region,” said Heidi Smith, vice president of Economic Development at Tennessee Valley Authority. “AKFA’s establishment here not only represents impactful investment but also the creation of new job opportunities for our community. TVA is proud to support companies that contribute to the prosperity and vibrancy of our region.”

AKFA Group produces up to 100,000 tons of product annually, supplying materials for global markets including construction, transportation and renewable energy.

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