Thursday, 23 October 2025
Turkish manufacturer Orzax Group plans to establish a new dietary supplement factory in Kazakhstan’s Turkistan region, marking one of the largest Turkish industrial investments in the country’s health and nutrition sector.
The facility, expected to employ around 500 people, will produce a range of food and dietary supplements for both domestic and international markets. The total investment amounts to roughly $40 million, supported by a long-term loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).
The decision was confirmed during a meeting in Ankara between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Selman Alimoğlu, Chairman of Orzax Group. President Tokayev welcomed the project, describing it as a step that will strengthen Kazakhstan’s pharmaceutical base, support export diversification, and attract further foreign investment into the Turkistan region.
Founded in Turkey, Orzax Group produces more than 150 types of supplements and distributes them to 60 countries. The company’s expansion into Kazakhstan will not only increase its production capacity but also introduce new research and development initiatives focused on nutrition science and product innovation.
The new plant will be operated by Orzax Central Asia LLP, a local subsidiary established to oversee the project. The investment is part of a broader effort to modernize Kazakhstan’s industrial base through new technology and sustainable manufacturing practices.
According to project details, the EBRD is providing a €25 million loan out of a total investment of €35 million, ensuring access to financing on longer and more flexible terms than those available from commercial banks. The bank’s involvement is intended to support energy-efficient, inclusive, and environmentally responsible development.
The facility will be built to meet high energy-efficiency standards, aiming for a performance rating above national benchmarks. Orzax plans to introduce measures that reduce waste, improve resource use, and ensure responsible packaging in line with international sustainability norms.
The company also intends to create training opportunities for local workers and promote equal employment access across its operations. These commitments form part of an inclusion programme developed in cooperation with the EBRD to build local skills and workforce capacity.
Environmental assessments concluded that the plant will not pose major risks, as it will be built within an existing industrial zone. The company has committed to applying international health, safety, and environmental standards, with systems in place to manage waste, monitor suppliers, and maintain quality control under ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 certifications.
Once operational, the Turkistan facility is expected to become a regional production hub for dietary supplements, supporting local employment, expanding Kazakhstan’s export base, and deepening trade and investment links between Kazakhstan and Turkey.
