Made In Turkey

assorted-color clothes hanging on metal racks
assorted-color clothes hanging on metal racks
a close up of a tray of food
a close up of a tray of food
factories with smoke under cloudy sky
factories with smoke under cloudy sky
white and brown concrete building near body of water during daytime
white and brown concrete building near body of water during daytime

Turkish industry is diverse and growing, with manufacturing as a key sector, particularly in textiles and apparel, automotive, and electronics. Other significant industries include food products, basic metals, chemicals, machinery, and a rapidly developing defense industry. Benefiting from a strategic location, a young population, and EU trade ties, Turkish industry is a major contributor to the economy, exports, and employment

Key Industries & Sectors

  • Manufacturing: The largest segment, accounting for a significant portion of Turkey's total production.

  • Textiles and Apparel: A highly important sector for exports, employment, and investment.

  • Automotive Industry: A major area of growth, with significant advancements in quality management and technology.

  • Food and Beverage: A large part of the manufacturing sector, leveraging rich agricultural resources.

  • Basic Metals and Fabricated Metal Products: Essential inputs for other manufacturing sectors.

  • Electronics, Chemicals, and Machinery: Also significant components of the manufacturing base.

  • Defense Industry: A rapidly growing sector with increasing arms exports and focus on technological advancement.

Economic Importance

  • GDP Contribution: Industry contributes a substantial share to Turkey's GDP.

  • Exports: Turkish industrial products, especially textiles and automotive, are major exports.

  • Employment: The industrial sector provides significant employment opportunities, particularly in manufacturing and agriculture-related fields.

Key Factors for Growth

  • Strategic Location:

    Turkey's position as a bridge between Europe and Asia makes it an important manufacturing and distribution hub.

  • EU Customs Union:

    This partnership has boosted industrial production for exports and attracted foreign investment.

  • Young Population:

    A dynamic and sizable youth population supports the labor force and entrepreneurial activity.

  • Advanced Manufacturing:

    Industries are increasingly adopting new technologies to stay competitive in the global market