The state enterprise Navoiyuran and Japan’s Marubeni Corporation have reviewed the prospects for introducing digital technologies and artificial intelligence into uranium mining. The online negotiations took place on November 2, 2026. Dolbix Consulting, a division of Marubeni specializing in the development of digital and technological solutions, also took part.

The parties focused primarily on enhancing production efficiency. In particular, they discussed workflow optimization, improved operation of technological equipment, well digitalization, and the automation of pregnant leach solution processing. In addition, the participants considered possibilities for applying modern technological solutions directly in industrial manufacturing.

Following the meeting, the companies identified potential areas of cooperation and agreed to continue joint work. The negotiations were part of the ongoing search for new tools to modernize Navoiyuran’s production processes. Meanwhile, specific projects, implementation timelines, and the volume of potential investments have not yet been disclosed.