Akdeniz Chemson, a global player in the polymer additives industry, continues to maintain its market share in the PVC stabilizers segment following its 2020 merger. Based in Kemalpaşa, Izmir, the organization accounts for a significant portion of Turkey's export capacity in this field, supported by its technological infrastructure and vertically integrated production model.
Global Production and Extensive Supply Network
The company manages its operational processes through a wide network across various geographies. Akdeniz Chemson’s current global structure consists of the following points:
Production Locations: Facilities in Turkey, Austria, the USA, Brazil, China, and Australia.
Sales and Support: Technical support processes provided through offices in Germany, the UK, and Dubai.
Export Scope: More than 110 countries, including Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific.
Sectoral Rankings and Export Performance
Akdeniz Chemson has secured positions in various sectoral lists due to its export performance across Turkey. The company ranked second in the chemicals category at the "Stars of Export" awards organized by the Aegean Exporters' Association and was placed 16th in its sector in the "Top 1000 Exporters" survey by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM).
Efficiency-Oriented Investments and Capacity Increase
In recent years, the company has commissioned strategic investments to increase operational efficiency and strengthen its presence in regional markets:
Regional Expansion: Operations in the Asian market were supported by the China factory, which became operational in 2023.
Logistics Management: A 20 percent increase in efficiency was recorded in external warehouse operations with the opening of the Aliağa Logistics Center.
Production Capacity: Capacity expansion was achieved in the zinc borate product group with the start of second-phase production in 2025.
"Growth Targeted Through Strategic Investments"
Şahin Saylık, General Manager of Akdeniz Chemson, provided the following assessment regarding the company's global structure and future strategies:
Our position in PVC stabilizers is a result of our technological infrastructure and vertically integrated structure. Within the framework of the OYAK 2030 vision, we offer global standard solutions to our customers with our wide production network stretching from China to the USA. We aim for a sustainable growth model through our work in R&D and digitalization.
Portfolio Diversification Efforts
In addition to its existing product groups, the company continues to develop its portfolio in different categories such as flame retardants, construction chemicals, and benzoate-based plasticizers. This expansion is among the factors supporting the company's competitiveness in the global polymer market.
