On January 21, 2026, Centrum Holding (the “Group”), an international integrated aviation and logistics and transportation group, held a meeting with representatives of the Embassy of France in the Republic of Uzbekistan, led by H.E. Mr. Walid Fouque, Ambassador of France to Uzbekistan. The meeting took place in Centrum Holding’ office and the Group was represented by its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Abdulaziz Abdurakhmanov.
The parties discussed prospects for cooperation in civil aviation, logistics, aviation personnel training, as well as tourism and investment collaboration between France and Uzbekistan.
The French delegation highlighted the importance of Uzbekistan’s civil aviation development program until 2030, signed by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, which provides for the significant expansion of the country’s airline fleets. This includes plans to increase the total national fleet to 180 aircraft.
Abdulaziz Abdurakhmanov stated that Centrum Air, the Group’s passenger airline, will continue its development in line with its approved strategy, focusing on the operation of modern and efficient aircraft. For passenger transportation, the airline plans to utilize Airbus aircraft, including the A320, A321, and A330 families. As part of Uzbekistan’s fleet expansion goals, the Group intends to account for up to 50% or more of the country’s total fleet through the expansion of Centrum Air and My Freighter, the Group’s cargo carrier .
The parties paid special attention to the development of Centrum Air’s route network. The airline plans to launch its first scheduled flights to Europe in March 2026 with services to Frankfurt, while regular flights to Paris are expected to commence in April 2027 as part of the summer schedule.
The parties noted that leveraging Tashkent’s transit potential offers clear advantages for passengers. Thanks to its favorable geographic location, connections via Tashkent allow travelers from Europe heading to Southeast Asia to reduce total travel time by an average of up to two hours compared with other major international hubs.
Centrum Holding noted that in the cargo segment, My Freighter already operates a significant number of charter flights to European destinations, including France, Germany, Italy, and the Balkan region, highlighting the strong potential for logistics cooperation between Uzbekistan and the European Union.
The discussion also focused on aviation personnel training and retraining. The French delegation expressed readiness to develop cooperation in pilot, engineering, and ground staff training. Potential initiatives include exchange programs, training at educational centers in France, including Toulouse, as well as partnerships with specialized institutions.
The parties also discussed inbound and outbound tourism projects through Centrum Holidays. The French delegation mentioned plans to improve visa processing efficiency, which could further stimulate tourism flows.
Centrum Holding presented its vision for expanding cooperation with leading French companies and organizations, including:
CMA CGM, to develop transportation and cargo logistics solutions in Central Asia;
Safran, to develop MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) services and supply aviation components;
Simaero, to develop pilot training programs;
Airbus, as well as specialized universities, to establish a private aviation training institution in Uzbekistan for flight crews and engineering personnel.
Ambassador Walid Fouque reaffirmed France’s readiness to further develop cooperation in various formats and emphasized the strong potential of bilateral projects and mutual interest in strengthening partnerships between France and Uzbekistan.
Airbus is one of the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers headquartered in France and the largest producer of commercial aircraft globally.
Safran is a major French industrial group operating in aviation, defense, and space technologies, partnering with airlines and manufacturers worldwide.
Simaero is a French company specializing in pilot training using full-flight simulators.
CMA CGM is a global leader in maritime logistics and multimodal transportation solutions.
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For the comfort and safety of passengers, Centrum Air applies unified carry-on baggage rules for items transported in the aircraft cabin.Each passenger may bring one piece of carry-on baggage on board free of charge, weighing up to 8 kg.The total dimensions must not exceed 115 cm. The recommended size is 55 × 35 × 25 cm. All elements are included in the measurement, such as pockets, handles, and wheels.A special carry-on tag is attached during check-in.At the airport, carry-on items may be checked using a baggage sizer and must fit freely inside it. Additional checks may also be conducted at boarding.On board, carry-on baggage must be placed either under the seat in front of you or in the overhead bin. A compact, foldable stroller may be carried instead of standard carry-on baggage.In addition to the main carry-on allowance, passengers may also bring the following items free of charge:• a small backpack, handbag, or laptop bag (up to 30 × 40 × 10 cm)• a blanket• reading materials• baby food• an umbrella or walking cane• one duty-free shopping bagThese items are not included in the measurement of the main carry-on baggage.If your carry-on exceeds the permitted number of items, weight, or dimensions, it must be checked in as registered baggage at the check-in counter. Additional charges may apply according to the fare rules.Compliance with carry-on size and weight limits helps ensure passenger comfort and the timely departure of flights.Detailed information about baggage and carry-on allowances is available in your electronic itinerary receipt and on the official Centrum Air website.
16 February, 2026
Centrum Air has updated the check-in and boarding cut-off times for its domestic flights.Check-in now closes 45 minutes before departureBoarding is completed 25 minutes before departureThese changes are aimed at improving on-time performance and ensuring the timely execution of the flight schedule. The updated rules apply to domestic routes, including flights to Urgench (Khiva), Nukus, Bukhara, and Termez. Passengers are kindly advised to arrive at the airport in advance to complete all pre-flight procedures comfortably.Centrum Air continues to enhance its operational processes to ensure schedule reliability, passenger comfort, and a high standard of service.
26 January, 2026
During the recent visit to Pakistan, the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev specifically highlighted the expansion of direct air links between the two countries. In his address, he emphasized that starting from April this year, Centrum Air will launch scheduled passenger services to Lahore, while My Freighter will commence cargo operations to Karachi.The new routes are aimed at strengthening business, tourism, and logistics ties, as well as enhancing trade and economic cooperation between Uzbekistan and Pakistan.“It is a great honor for us that the projects of Centrum Air and My Freighter are becoming part of the interstate agenda and contributing to the development of regional transport connectivity.We are sincerely proud to be part of the process of strengthening mutually beneficial ties between Uzbekistan and Pakistan. For us, opening new routes is not merely an expansion of our network, but the creation of a sustainable ‘air bridge’ that supports business, tourism, and the shared development of our regions,” said Abdulaziz Abdurakhmanov, Founder and CEO of Centrum Holding.
9 February, 2026
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