Economy

Türkiye Odalar ve Borsalar Birliği (TOBB) Kadın Girişimciler Kurulu Marmara Bölge Toplantısı Akgün Altuğ, Chairman of the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO), announced that approximately 800 new companies are expected to begin production in Sakarya over the next five years through the completion of ongoing Organized Industrial Zone (OIZ) projects, creating employment for 75,000 people. Sakarya Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası Başkanı, Akgün Altuğ Speaking at the Union of

The “Hungary Country Day” program was organized through the collaboration of the Consulate General of Hungary in Istanbul and HEPA Türkiye. Held at the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO), the event provided participants with detailed information on investment opportunities in Hungary, the country’s economic structure, trade cooperation prospects, potential sectors for Turkish businesses, and visa-related matters. During the event, Consul General of Hungary in Is

Türkiye's 500 largest industrial enterprises The results of the “Türkiye’s Top 500 Industrial Enterprises” survey, announced for the 58th time this year by the Istanbul Chamber of Industry (ISO), have revealed the companies that successfully secured a place on the 2025 list. According to the ranking based on net sales from production, 35 companies operating in Sakarya were included in the prestigious list. Among the 35 companies, 6 are registered members of the Sakarya Chambe

Cooperation protocol between İŞKUR Campus Services. A cooperation protocol was signed between Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBÜ) and the Turkish Employment Agency (İŞKUR) within the scope of the "İŞKUR Campus Services" initiative. Under the signed protocol, various activities will be carried out to support students' career development, prepare them for the labor market, and enable them to benefit more effectively from active labor market services. İŞKUR Campus Serv

Working at Height Training, Sakarya University of Applied Sciences A "Working at Heights Training" program was organized by the Occupational Health and Safety Coordination Office of Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBÜ). The one-day training program was conducted through both theoretical and practical sessions with the aim of strengthening the occupational health and safety culture among personnel and reducing potential risks in the field. The training was led by Dr.

Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry A "Hungary Country Day" program will be organized under the hosting of the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO). The event, which is being held in cooperation with the Consulate General of Hungary in Istanbul and HEPA Turkey, will take place on 22 June in the SATSO Assembly Hall, beginning at 2:00 p.m. As part of the program, participants will receive comprehensive information on investment opportunities in Hungary, the cou

Sakarya 1st Organized Industrial Zone According to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK), 60% of Türkiye’s total exports are carried out by İstanbul, Kocaeli, Bursa, and Sakarya. These four leading provinces contribute significantly to the national economy with a combined export volume of 164.4 billion dollars. These figures once again demonstrate how significant and vital Sakarya’s position is within the national economy and industrial sector. In April 20

Akgün Altuğ, President of Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry A. Akgün Altuğ, Chairman of the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO), stated that as global markets seek to reduce their dependence on the Far East and diversify supply chains, Türkiye is emerging as a rational and strategic alternative. Speaking at the May Assembly Meeting, Altuğ said that the world is currently going through a historic period in which the global economy is experiencing a difficul

A delegation representing the “Sakarya International Machinery and Metal Cluster,” established through the partnership of the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO) and the Sakarya Machinery Manufacturers Association (SAMİB) with the support of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade, visited the People’s Republic of China to attend the first phase of the 139th Canton Fair. Sakarya International Machinery and Metal Cluster, China Organized by SATSO’s Project and B

The purchasing summit organized by the Sakarya branch of the Economy and Trade Association (ETD) will be held at Sen Hotel. Economy and Trade Association, Sakarya With the participation of the Istanbul and Thrace branches, the ETD Sakarya Purchasing Summit will turn into a regional trade event and will begin on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Following the protocol speeches, the summit will continue with stand visits, and a total of 80 companies will take part in the e

Sakarya University of Applied Sciences and Tajikistan International University of Tourism and Entrepreneurship signed a cooperation protocol. A strategic cooperation protocol has been signed between Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBÜ) and the International University of Tourism and Entrepreneurship of Tajikistan (IUTET). The protocol was signed by SUBÜ Rector Prof. Dr. Mehmet Sarıbıyık and IUTET Rector Prof. Dr. Asrorzoda Ubaidullo Sattor. Based on cooperation agree

The Sakarya University Lifelong Learners Academy aims to improve the quality of life of individuals aged 60 and over, strengthen their social participation, and support their active involvement in lifelong learning processes. Lifelong Learners Academy for Individuals Aged 60 and Over The program will be carried out under the coordination of Sakarya University’s Social Contribution and Sustainability Coordination Office, in cooperation with Sakarya University, the Sakarya Gove

The international REACT academy project is being carried out under the coordination of SAU. The kickoff meeting of the REACT Academy Project, supported by the European Union and coordinated by Sakarya University, has been held. The meeting, hosted by Sakarya University, brought together academics and researchers from six different countries. With the launch meeting of REACT Academy— the highest-budget project led by the university—project activities have officially begun. The

Quality Control Specialist Program trainings The Quality Control Specialist Training Program organized by TOBB (The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye) has officially begun. The Sakarya implementation of the nationally conducted “Women’s Touch in Industry” project—led by the TOBB Women Entrepreneurs Board—is being carried out by the TOBB Sakarya Provincial Women Entrepreneurs Board. The trainings planned within the scope of the program are continuing at th

Akgün Altuğ, Chairman of the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated that exports from Sakarya in March 2026 amounted to $338 million, marking a 15.1% decrease compared to the same month of the previous year. Akgün Altuğ, President of Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chairman Altuğ thanked the entire business community that continues to work, produce, and strive to compete globally despite competitive pressures and geopolitical tensions, noting that rising te

The outcomes of the Sakarya Zero Waste Workshop, held under the auspices of the Zero Waste Foundation and the Sakarya Governorship, in cooperation with Sakarya University, Sakarya University of Applied Sciences, Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality, the Sakarya Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry, and the Provincial Directorate of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, were announced to the public at the Final Conference. In addition, a Provincial Zero Wast

Students of Sakarya University of Applied Sciences (SUBÜ) took part in the business world once again during the 2025–2026 Academic Year Fall Semester within the scope of the +1 Education Model. Through this model, which is implemented across all departments and programs at every level of education at the university, students spend at least one full academic term working full-time in a workplace, gaining hands-on experience. Thanks to this system, students are able to plan the

The “Women’s Touch in Industry – Quality Control Specialist Program,” led by the Women Entrepreneurs Board of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB), is starting in Sakarya. Women's Hand in Industry Project Within the scope of the “Women’s Touch in Industry” project, which was launched nationwide by the TOBB Women Entrepreneurs Board in 2021, the Quality Control Specialist Program will provide vocational training in the field of quality control for wom

Sakarya’s exports in January 2026 amounted to USD 559 million , marking a 26.5 percent increase compared to January of the previous year. Entering 2026 with both a record performance and by maintaining its position as Türkiye’s 7th largest exporting province , Sakarya continued its strong momentum. In January, the top five sectors contributing to Sakarya’s exports were Automotive Industry, Iron and Non-Ferrous Metals, Chemicals and Chemical Products, Electrical and Electroni

The Electrical-Electronics and Electromechanical Fair & Sector Meeting will be held at SATSO. A large number of visitors are expected to attend the fair. Electrical-Electronics and Electromechanical Fair & Industry Meeting Organized by the 10th Professional Committee of the Sakarya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SATSO), the Electrical-Electronics and Electromechanical Fair & Sector Meeting will open its doors to visitors on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Kadir Beyenal, Chair