Projects

05 August 2026

Tosyalı’s Slag-Based Asphalt Deployed on Kocaeli’s Steepest Ramp

Tosyalı Harsco's slag-based modified asphalt, SteelSurf, was applied on Gazanfer Bilge Boulevard in Kocaeli. Converted into stone mastic asphalt via Steelphalt technology in partnership with Simgemat, the solution reduces natural aggregate consumption while enhancing road durability.

30 June 2026

Karel’s Subsidiary Daiichi Secures $100 Million Project Contract in Automotive Electronics

Daiichi Elektronik, a subsidiary of Karel Electronics, has received a nomination from a global automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for a new project covering the development, validation, and mass production of vehicle components. The collaboration is projected to generate a total business volume of approximately 100 million dollars over a 5-year period.

10 March 2026

Kocaeli Chamber of Industry Launches Twin Transition Clustering Project in Brno

The Kocaeli Chamber of Industry (KSO) held the kick-off meeting of its “Clustering and Inter-Chamber Cooperation for the Twin Transition” project in Brno, Czechia on March 5–6, 2026. Supported by the Türkiye–EU Business Dialogue II (TEBD-II) program, the initiative focuses on accelerating digital and green transformation in industry through international knowledge exchange and cluster collaboration.

06 February 2026

From Class To Field: Geleceğe Değer Launches Its Second Term

Entek Elektrik’s “Geleceğe Değer” program, carried out in cooperation with SADE, launched its second term in February 2026. After reaching 252 vocational college students in its first year, the initiative aims to strengthen the renewable energy sector with a more qualified and job-ready talent pipeline.

05 February 2026

New Application Period Opens For The L’Oréal-UNESCO Program

L’Oréal Türkiye has launched applications for the 24th term of its “For Women in Science” Program, carried out in collaboration with the UNESCO Turkish National Commission. Applications will be accepted between 6 February and 1 June 2026, with four women scientists to receive project grants of TRY 400,000 each.

28 January 2026

EU-Mercosur Deal May Diversify Supply Chains

The Free Trade Agreement signed between the EU and Mercosur in Asunción aims to gradually eliminate the majority of customs duties. Europe’s chemical industry expects stronger export opportunities in a 270-million-consumer market and new options for supply chain diversification, while attention now turns to the ratification process expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

19 January 2026

IWF Leadership Fellows Program Launches in Türkiye

The International Women’s Forum (IWF) has launched its prestigious Leadership Fellows Program in Türkiye for the first time. The program aims to bring together women leaders who will shape innovative, sustainable, and inclusive leadership models.

13 January 2026

Kimpur Completes SAP S/4HANA Upgrade in Just Four Months, Strengthening Its Digital Infrastructure

Kimpur, the region’s largest polyurethane systems manufacturer, has successfully completed its transition to the latest version of SAP S/4HANA in just four months. The upgrade enhances real-time data management across finance, production, supply chain, and sales, reinforcing the company’s single source of truth approach.

13 January 2026

A New Phase for the EU Chemicals Sector as the Critical Chemicals Alliance Holds Its First General Assembly

The Critical Chemicals Alliance, established by the European Union, will hold its first General Assembly on January 13 at the Chemelot Chemical Park in the Netherlands. The meeting will focus on strengthening the competitiveness of the EU chemicals industry and safeguarding critical production capacity.

12 January 2026

Ceyhan Chemical Industry Zone Officially Announced

The Chemical Industry Zone to be established in Ceyhan has been officially designated with the signature of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır said the 29.3 million square meter area will accelerate chemical investments and create tens of thousands of jobs.

29 December 2025

Bayer Opens Applications for G4A Accelerator Program in Health and Agriculture

Bayer is inviting early-stage entrepreneurs in health and agriculture to apply for its G4A Startup Accelerator Program, offering funding and mentoring opportunities for scalable digital solutions.

15 December 2025

KATİM Earns TURKAK Accreditation, Gains International Lab Status

KATİM, the Chemistry Technology Center established by IKMIB, has been officially accredited by TURKAK under the TS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard, gaining international recognition as a certified laboratory.

Industry and Vocational High Schools Collaboration Project Relaunches

Henkel Advances Growth Agenda

1,513 Professionals Certified in the Cement Industry Through ÇESBEM

Shell Draws $8B Bids for US Chemical Assets

Chemical Tanker Rates Retain Strength Amid Supply Squeeze

Toray and Partners Back US Army Drone Program with Advanced Composites

Can Laser Eye Surgery Be Performed in the Summer?

Orzax Sustains Growth in the First Half of 2026

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