Türkiye’s industrial production soared in 2024, reaching an impressive 18.8 trillion Turkish Lira in sales, according to the Turkish Statistical Institute.

This marks a significant jump from 13.3 trillion TL in 2023 and 8.9 trillion TL in 2022, highlighting the nation’s robust manufacturing growth.

The automotive sector was a key driver, producing 1.17 million automobiles and 1.01 million motorcycles. The home appliance industry also thrived, with 9.39 million refrigerators and freezers manufactured. In construction, 301.5 million tons of ready-mixed concrete were produced, while green energy efforts saw 34.8 million solar cells and panels made.

Food products led sales at 14.9%, followed by basic metals (10.7%), motor vehicles (9.3%), and textiles (6.1%). High-tech products made up only 3.5% of sales, with low and medium-low tech industries dominating at 68.4%. Intermediate goods accounted for 44.6% of production, followed by consumer non-durables (23.4%) and capital goods (21%).

Regionally, the automotive industry was concentrated in five provinces, with Kocaeli (32.3%), Bursa (28.8%), and Sakarya (13%) leading. Subcontracting was prominent in apparel (36.4%) and textiles (17.4%). Recycling efforts recovered 2.5 million tons of secondary raw materials, with 61.7% being metal-based.

Türkiye’s industrial strength underscores its resilience and diversification amid global economic challenges, solidifying its position as a manufacturing powerhouse. (ILKHA)