Turkchem Eurasia 2026 Launch at Fişekhane Marks One of the Year's Most Enjoyable Industry Gatherings

The official launch of TURKCHEM Eurasia 2026, which will be held for the 11th time in 2026, took place on 22 December with a special gathering in Istanbul attended by sector representatives.

The launch evening was positioned as an important meeting where the general framework for the upcoming trade fair was shared, the sector came together at year-end, and initial contacts were established regarding TURKCHEM Eurasia's 2026 vision. Held under the hosting of Artkim Group, the evening went beyond being merely a promotional event, taking on the character of a strategic gathering that demonstrated the regional strength and global vision of the chemical industry. During the launch evening, TURKCHEM Eurasia's international standing acquired over the years, future-period targets, and the added value it brings to the sector were comprehensively shared. Stage performances by Derya Uluğ and Asil Gök added colour to the evening, offering guests enjoyable moments. The launch evening was held with intense interest from sector representatives who completely filled the 500-person hall.

SECTOR COMES TOGETHER AHEAD OF TURKCHEM EURASIA 2026
The TURKCHEM Eurasia 2026 Launch Evening brought together representatives from different areas of the chemical sector under one roof at an event held in Istanbul. The gathering, coinciding with year-end, enabled sector professionals to communicate, evaluate existing collaborations, and strengthen their contacts before the new period. Organized by Artkim Fuarcılık, TURKCHEM Eurasia 2026 will be held at Istanbul Fuar Merkezi on 25–27 November 2026; it will encompass the broad value chain of the chemical sector spanning from raw materials to final solutions. Within the scope of the fair, core sector components including raw materials and intermediate chemicals, specialty chemicals and petrochemical products, recycling as well as water and water treatment chemicals, laboratory, production and process technologies, and logistics and packaging solutions will come together. In the 2026 edition, it is planned to expand the fair area by 30 percent, creating 4 halls, to accommodate more international participants, and to strengthen academic sessions and special sector panels. The organization, which is unique in its field in Turkey and is one of the select sectoral gatherings in the world, aims to maintain its position as one of the chemical industry's most important international meeting points, with a focus on innovative solutions and technological transformation.

CHEMICAL INDUSTRY AS A DEVELOPMENT INDICATOR FOR THE SECTOR
Timur Erk, Honorary Chairman of the Turkish Chemical Manufacturers Association (TKSD) and Chairman of TOBB Chemical Industry Council, drew attention to the determining role of the chemical industry in the development process of countries, using the following expressions: "The chemical industry is one of the most fundamental areas that indicates the development level of countries. Turkey has made significant progress in this field; however, for sustainable growth, we need to strengthen intra-sector communication, knowledge sharing, and clustering culture. Organizations such as TURKCHEM Eurasia play an important role in the development of collective wisdom and in increasing the international competitiveness of Turkey's chemical industry."

EMPHASIS ON SECTOR COMMUNICATION AND COLLECTIVE WISDOM
Ömer Saim Oğuz, TIM Delegate, emphasizing the importance of communication and a culture of collective action in the chemical sector: "My long years of experience in the chemical sector show that the sector's greatest need is strong communication and a culture of collective action. The stronger we strengthen this unity as a chemical family, the stronger we become in international competition. Sector fairs provide important platforms that develop this communication and collaborations," he stated.

EMPHASIS ON CLUSTERING AND INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVENESS
V. İbrahim Aracı, Chairman of GEBKİM Board of Directors, pointing to the strategic importance of clustering structures and collaboration in the chemical sector: "We believe that alongside competent production in the chemical sector, a strong ecosystem centred on cooperation, sharing, and sustainability creates great value. TURKCHEM Eurasia is an extremely valuable platform that brings the sector together, strengthens commercial relationships, and is the face of Turkey's chemical industry opening to the world. I believe that such gatherings support international competitiveness by increasing the sector's communication power and contribute to stronger representation of Turkey's chemical industry in the medium to long term," he explained.

EMPHASIS ON ENERGY AND ECONOMIC SCALE IN THE CHEMICAL SECTOR
Yavuz Aydın, Chairman of Kojentürk and Chairman of ICCI Board of Directors, drawing attention to the determining role of energy costs in the chemical sector, used the following expressions: "The chemical sector is in a strategic position for Turkey's economy with an export volume of approximately USD 31 billion as of 2024. Energy is at the forefront of the most important cost items within this magnitude. However, our sector possesses strong knowledge accumulation and technological infrastructure in producing and using energy more efficiently. Through proper planning and integrated energy solutions, it is possible to both manage costs and support sustainable production."

STRUCTURE BRINGING TOGETHER SECTOR STAKEHOLDERS ON THE SAME PLATFORM
Ahmet Güler, Founder and CEO of Artkim Group, making comments during the launch evening and drawing attention to the structure of TURKCHEM Eurasia that contributes to sectoral cooperation and international interaction, used the following expressions: "TURKCHEM Eurasia is a strong platform that brings together different disciplines of the chemical sector under one roof, positioned at the intersection of Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. This organization, which we first held in 2006, is no longer just a trade fair today; it has transformed into a strategic trade area where new collaborations are born, R&D work and technological transformation are showcased. The TURKCHEM Eurasia Fair held in 2024 with 434 exhibitors and representatives, bringing together a total of 835 participating companies, was matched with visitors from 95 different countries. The fair welcomed a total of 13,897 visitors, with 4,447 foreign visitors in attendance. In 2026, with a trade fair area expanded by 30 percent, more international participants, leading companies of the world chemical industry, and sustainability-focused solutions, we aim to take this structure one step further. We are positioning TURKCHEM Eurasia as a strategic bridge for our companies to open up to the world and for new investments to be created."

EMPHASIS ON INTERNATIONAL STRUCTURE AND CONTINUITY
Derya Yaman, Member of Artkim Group Board of Directors, making comments at the event, drew attention to the international character that TURKCHEM Eurasia has acquired over the years. Yaman, emphasizing the sectoral continuity of the organization, made the following comments: "This continuity creates a strong ecosystem that keeps communication alive in the chemical sector, supports knowledge sharing and collaborations. The coming together of actors from different markets and different areas of expertise on the same platform contributes to the sector coming together around a common vision. TURKCHEM Eurasia is positioned as a structure that responds not only to today's needs but also to the sector's future. In the 2026 process, while maintaining this approach, we aim to provide a platform that strengthens international interaction and provides sustainable contribution to the sector."

SURPRISING STAGE PERFORMANCE ADDED COLOUR TO THE EVENING
As the evening progressed, a surprise moment marked the launch programme. Derya Uluğ and Asil Gök, beloved names from Turkish pop music, met guests with a surprise stage performance. The performance gave the launch evening a special finale accompanied by music, while turning into an enjoyable ending befitting the final period of the year for participants.

TURKCHEM Eurasia 2026, organized by Artkim Fuarcılık within Artkim Group, continues the tradition of bringing the sector together with this official launch, while also taking the first step in the communication process for the organization to be held at Istanbul Fuar Merkezi on 25–27 November 2026. Concurrent with TURKCHEM Eurasia 2026, the 7th International Interdye & Textile Printing Eurasia Fair with the theme "Everything About Dyes, Pigments and Textile Chemicals" will also be held at Istanbul Fuar Merkezi under Artkim Fuarcılık organization. Within the scope of the event, the most innovative and advanced-technology products in the fields of textile dyes, printing chemicals, and printing technologies will be brought together with sector professionals.