In cooperation with the Consulate General of Poland in Istanbul and the Polish Investment and Trade Agency, the Kocaeli Chamber of Industry (KCI) hosted the “Poland Green Technologies Promotion and B2B Meeting” as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen international partnerships and promote environmentally friendly technologies.

Following their participation in the Poland–Türkiye Economic Forum in Istanbul, representatives from some of Poland’s leading green technology companies—participants in the GreenEvo Accelerator Program under the Polish Ministry of Climate and Environment—visited the KCI headquarters. The visit aimed to foster collaboration on sustainable industrial solutions between the two countries. The GreenEvo program, an initiative supported by the Polish government, helps promote the global reach of Polish clean technologies through expert support, strategic partnerships, and international delegation visits.

During their visit to KCI, the Polish delegation showcased innovative solutions in renewable energy, water and waste management, air quality control, and sustainable construction. The companies also explored opportunities for technology transfer and joint ventures with Turkish industry representatives, with discussions touching on the alignment of both countries’ industrial sectors with the European Green Deal and net-zero carbon targets.

Speaking at the opening of the meeting, KCI Secretary General Memet Barış Turabi shared key regional industrial figures and said “This visit by Polish green technology firms is highly valuable in creating strong synergy between our region’s production capacity and Poland’s sustainable solutions.”

Joanna Zdanowska from the Polish Ministry of Climate and Environment remarked, “Our goal is not only to establish trade connections, but also to build long-term partnerships that support the energy transition and help reduce the environmental footprint of Kocaeli’s innovative industry.”

Piotr Firlus, Economic Counsellor at the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Istanbul, emphasized the diplomatic significance of the visit, stating, “This visit is a clear indicator of the growing cooperation between Poland and Türkiye in the field of sustainability. As the Consulate, we are pleased to support such initiatives that bring the two countries closer together through innovation, environmental responsibility, and economic collaboration.”

Joanna Snopek Berbercioğlu, Head of the Istanbul Office of the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH), underlined the business potential of the partnership, saying, “There is strong demand for green technologies and sustainable infrastructure in Türkiye. This visit opens new commercial avenues for Polish firms and helps strengthen our economic ties in this promising sector.”

With the support of the Delegation of the European Union to Türkiye, the Kocaeli EU Information Center hosted a “Welcome Summer” concert to mark Europe Day.

As part of the Europe Day celebrations, the Kocaeli Chamber of Industry (KSO) organized a special concert in collaboration with the Kocaeli EU Information Center. The KSO Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Professor Revnak Yengi, delivered an enjoyable evening of music at the Kocaeli Chamber of Industry’s new headquarters. The event, hosted by KSO President Ayhan Zeytinoğlu and Assembly President Hasan Tahsin Tuğrul, drew strong interest from local officials and music lovers across Kocaeli.

Among the attendees were Kocaeli University Rector Prof. Dr. Nuh Zafer Cantürk, Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Ömer Faruk Çelik, CHP Provincial Chair Bülent Sarı, Provincial Director of National Education Ömer Akmanşen, Kocaeli Bar Association Vice President Serdar Solak, members of the KSO Board and Assembly, as well as many invited guests and local residents. Before the concert, guests gathered for a reception, followed by the evening performance.

A Standing Ovation

The KSO Chamber Orchestra performed a selection of seven classical pieces over the course of an hour. The performance received high praise from the audience, who responded with extended applause at the end of the final piece. KSO President Ayhan Zeytinoğlu and Assembly President Hasan Tahsin Tuğrul congratulated Prof. Dr. Revnak Yengi and the orchestra members for the successful concert.

Commercial Counsellor at the Consulate General of Bulgaria in Istanbul Stefan Sofroniev paid a courtesy visit to the Kocaeli Chamber of Industry (KCI).

During the meeting, both sides discussed KCI’s planned programs for 2025 and explored opportunities for professional cooperation between Bulgaria and the industrial sector in Kocaeli. The visit served as a platform to strengthen dialogue and identify potential areas for future collaboration in trade and investment.

As part of its efforts to enhance the global competitiveness of member companies and help them build international business partnerships, the Kocaeli Chamber of Industry (KCI) organized a delegation visit to China.

A 29-member delegation representing KCI visited both Hong Kong and mainland China, participating in major trade fairs and holding key meetings with local business and government representatives.

Nearly 50,000 Visitors from 16 Countries and Regions

The delegation’s first stop was the Hong Kong Trade Attaché Office, where they were welcomed by Commercial Attaché Dinçer Tatlıoğlu. The KCI delegation also visited the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, hosted by CEO Yeung W T Patrick. During the visit, Deputy Chair of the Chamber’s Europe Committee Stratos Pourzitakis and Alison Tsui, Head of International Markets, Consulates, and Chambers at InvestHK, briefed the delegation on the advantages and opportunities of establishing businesses in Hong Kong, particularly for Turkish companies.

The meetings emphasized Hong Kong’s unique position in facilitating economic and cultural exchange with mainland China, ASEAN countries, and the Greater Bay Area. KCI also delivered a presentation introducing the Chamber and the Kocaeli region.

The visit continued with a tour of the HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition), which hosted 49,343 visitors and 2,525 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions, showcasing a wide range of cutting-edge technologies and products.

Visit to the Canton Fair

The next stop was the China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) in Guangzhou, one of the world’s largest comprehensive trade exhibitions. KCI members visited the 137th edition of the fair, which, in its first phase alone, featured 30,000 exhibition booths and welcomed over 200,000 visitors. The visit allowed participants to explore new collaboration opportunities and gain insights into one of the most dynamic trade environments in the world.

Meeting with the Consulate General in Guangzhou

The delegation also met with Türkiye’s Consul General in Guangzhou, Kaan Başkurt, and Commercial Attaché Dilan Can. During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on potential investment opportunities and regional business dynamics. Consul General Başkurt provided valuable insights into the local market for Kocaeli-based business representatives.

Visit to Singapore Trade Office

The final leg of the delegation’s visit included a meeting with Mihriban Esin Arslan, Türkiye’s Commercial Counsellor in Singapore. The meeting focused on exploring business opportunities between the two countries and providing the KCI delegation with an overview of the Singaporean market. Arslan thanked the delegation for their visit and expressed support for future collaboration.

 The KCI delegation expressed satisfaction with the visit, having gained sector-specific insights and held promising business meetings at two of Asia’s most significant trade fairs.