Alatau City is a new vision for a modern, future-oriented urban center in Kazakhstan and the broader Central Asian region, built on the principles of sustainability, technological innovation, and green growth.
Alatau City is designed as a future-oriented urban center that prioritizes sustainability, technological innovation, and green growth. This ambitious project aims to redefine urban living in Kazakhstan and Central Asia.
Alatau City aims to prioritise development of city mining, focusing on the recovery of critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel from used batteries and electronic waste. By establishing advanced battery recycling facilities in partnership with leading innovators from Korea, China, and Japan, the city will support a circular economy model - reducing environmental impact while securing high-value raw materials for future industries. This initiative complements Kazakhstan’s natural resource strengths and positions Alatau as a key hub in the global clean energy supply chain.
Alatau City is advancing Urban Air Mobility as a core component of its smart city vision - integrating electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, autonomous drones, and supporting infrastructure such as vertiports and control systems. UAM will enable fast, clean, and efficient aerial transport for passengers and cargo, reducing congestion and connecting key urban and industrial zones. We welcome global technology partners to collaborate on testing, certification, and commercialization of UAM solutions in Kazakhstan.
Alatau City will pioneer next-generation land transportation solutions, including autonomous vehicles, electric and hydrogen-powered mobility, and intelligent transport infrastructure. We invite leading global companies to participate in testing and co-developing innovative mobility systems that will shape the future of urban transportation.
Alatau City is committed to building a future-ready hydrogen economy that integrates clean energy production, storage, distribution, and consumption. Leveraging Kazakhstan’s existing hydrogen potential, the city will support the deployment of hydrogen-powered vehicles, fuel cell technologies, and industrial applications. Strategic partnerships with global leaders from Korea, Japan, and Europe will drive innovation, infrastructure development, and cross-sector integration - positioning Alatau as a regional pioneer in low-carbon energy and sustainable mobility.
Located near Almaty, the country’s most economically advanced region and former capital, Alatau benefits from strong spillover and agglomeration effects.
Almaty is a national center for education and home to some of Kazakhstan’s leading universities, providing a reliable source of highly qualified professionals.
The region’s climate and natural wealth also make Alatau an ideal site for alternative energy development. Notably, hydrogen production holds significant promise, leveraging Kazakhstan’s extensive natural gas reserves.
Alatau City features four distinct districts, each designed to foster innovation and growth. Discover how these areas contribute to the city's vision of becoming a leading urban center.
This industrial and logistics hub is set to become the heart of Alatau’s industrial capacity. It will host future-focused industries including urban air mobility, drone delivery, city mining, food and chemical clusters, construction materials, and consumer goods. The district offers direct access to key transportation infrastructure and China’s Belt and Road Initiative.
Envisioned as the city's business and cultural gateway, the Gate District will accommodate world-class financial centers, commercial spaces, landmark architecture, and multifunctional business, leisure, and entertainment complexes.
This innovation-focused zone will house research centers aligned with Alatau’s industrial development, campuses of top international universities, major sports facilities including a racetrack, and cutting-edge medical centers.
Designed as a recreation and entertainment destination, the Green District will feature integrated resorts, theme parks, and visitor attractions. Combined with the natural beauty of the surrounding region, it will create a unique experiential economy for domestic and international visitors.
Exemption from import duties for construction materials and equipment
Exemption from quotas and permits for hiring foreign labor
Contact
yuliyakim@caspian.kr
Address
405, Gangnam Finance Center 4 F, 152, Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, 06236