Adhesive Solutions Leader tesa Marks 30th Anniversary in Turkey

tesa, a globally renowned brand in adhesive tape and self-adhesive product solutions, is celebrating its 30th year in Turkey.

Since entering the Turkish market in 1994, tesa has remained an indispensable solution partner for industrial enterprises and individual users through its broad product range and innovative solutions. Over the past 30 years, alongside employment and machinery investments, Turkey has assumed a strategic role within tesa's global structure.

Innovative solutions for individual and industrial users

Operating today in more than 100 countries and offering more than 7,000 product solutions, tesa provides a wide product range for both individual and industrial users. With innovative solutions in the automotive, white goods, printing and packaging, general industry and consumer segments, the company holds a significant market position. Adapting to Turkey's growth potential, it has strengthened its organizational, logistics and systems infrastructure. In recent years, tesa has made machinery investments in Turkey to process certain products and has developed solutions to meet customers' special requirements.

Global revenue of EUR 1.7 billion in 2023

tesa, which has six production facilities on three continents, generated global revenue of EUR 1.7 billion in 2023. Operating profit (EBIT) excluding special items reached EUR 266 million, while sales profitability was realized at 16%. Of total revenues, 78% was generated from the industrial segment and 22% from the consumer segment.

"We are proud to celebrate tesa's 30-year journey in Turkey."

Today, celebrating its 30th year in the country, tesa Tape Turkey's Country Manager and Board Member Dr. Mete Konuralp expressed his thoughts as follows: "In the 101st year of the Turkish Republic, we are proud to celebrate our 30-year journey in this dynamic and culturally rich country. Our company's establishment of a deep partnership with Turkey during this period and its commitment to contributing to the country's economic development are also indicators of our dedication to our future objectives."

"tesa's history is also the history of revolutionary innovations in adhesive solutions"

tesa Tape Turkey Country Manager and Board Member Dr. Mete Konuralp states: "Innovation is part of tesa's DNA. Therefore, tesa's history can be described as the history of revolutionary innovations in adhesive solutions. This approach not only strengthened our competitive advantage but also made significant contributions to Turkey's economic and industrial development. We introduced Turkey to many innovations and implemented sustainable practices here."

Target for 2025: expanding operations in Turkey...

tesa Turkey plans to continue offering innovative solutions to both individual and corporate customers, and in 2025, in line with its strategic plans and growth targets, to expand its operations in Turkey and continue contributing to the country's economy. tesa's target as a regional center will be to respond to the needs and demands of customers in the new country markets within the broad geography for which it is responsible with new products and solutions. The company continues to implement various environmentally friendly practices and innovative projects aimed at contributing to sustainable development in Turkey as well.