In recent years, the region has demonstrated consistent positive growth in key development areas. Gross regional product (GRP) increased by 18.8% over three years, rising from 4.2 trillion tenge in 2022 to 5 trillion tenge in 2024. This growth rate confirms a strengthening economy and expanding production.

The manufacturing industry also achieved strong results. Production volume in the sector increased from 1.6 trillion tenge in 2022 to 2.1 trillion tenge in 2024, representing a 28% increase. This demonstrates the active modernization of production facilities and the expansion of export potential.

The influx of foreign investment continues. The region has attracted $1.5 billion in foreign direct investment. In 2023 alone, this figure amounted to $397.8 million, in 2024 – $402.2 million, and in 2025, the volume is planned to increase to $667.5 million. Growing investor interest confirms the region's attractiveness as a platform for large-scale projects.

The improved economic situation is accompanied by increased labor efficiency. Productivity increased by 28%: from 8 million tenge per employee in 2022 to 10.2 million tenge in 2024.

The regional budget also increased significantly – from 441.8 billion tenge in 2022 to 686.6 billion tenge in 2025, an increase of almost 1.6 times over previous figures. The budget increase opens up new opportunities for infrastructure development, the social sphere, and major investment projects.

Transport and Logistics Complex: A New Growth Driver

One of the key projects shaping the region's future development is the construction of a modern international transport and logistics complex, costing 63.8 billion tenge. Intensive construction and installation work is underway at the site, with leading contractors handling the project.

The complex will be capable of handling up to 400,000 containers per year, equivalent to over 11 million tons of cargo. Once operational, freight traffic in the region will increase by 20%, significantly strengthening its role in international transport corridors and enhancing the region's competitiveness on the Eurasian logistics map.

The project will create new jobs, enhance the region's attractiveness to investors, and provide additional impetus for the development of industry, trade, and services.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1121576?lang=kk