Erdemir has provided insights into its 61-year history of production, its investments in value-added steel production, and sustainability goals.
As the parent company of OYAK Mining and Metallurgy and one of Turkey’s most established industrial enterprises, Erdemir has been meeting the needs of Turkish industry through flat steel production for 61 years and contributing to the national economy by supplying its products to global markets. Noting that the flat steel sector has maintained its resilience despite the effects of the global economic slowdown and tight monetary policies on the manufacturing industry in recent years, Erdemir continues its production with a sense of responsibility as a leader in the sector, working for Turkey’s future.
Value-added production and R&D-driven development
Erdemir is expanding its product portfolio by focusing on high-value-added steel production and is making its production processes more efficient and flexible through digitalization, automation, and artificial intelligence applications.
The Erdemir R&D Center - the first R&D center in Turkey’s steel sector approved by the Ministry of Industry and Technology - conducts research in advanced steel technologies and sustainable production.
Developing products for strategic sectors
The global economic slowdown, geopolitical risks, and tight monetary policies are shaping sector dynamics, while production planning in key demand sectors such as the automotive and home appliance industries is proceeding in a controlled manner. While weak demand in Europe continues to put pressure on exports, Turkey’s strategic position within the European supply chain remains crucial. Erdemir is structuring its production infrastructure primarily to meet the needs of the domestic market and has positioned contributing to the competitiveness of Turkish industry as a strategic priority.
As Turkey’s leading flat steel producer, Erdemir supplies value-added steel products to strategic sectors such as automotive, home appliances, energy, defense, shipbuilding, and electrical and electronics. By producing high-strength steel, it contributes to the defense industry and infrastructure projects while helping to reduce reliance on foreign sources in strategic areas.
Investments and net-zero roadmap continue with determination
Operating under OYAK Mining and Metallurgy group, Erdemir continues to pursue its long-term investment and transformation strategy despite global uncertainties.
Erdemir continues its investments in carbon management and low-carbon production technologies within the framework of the CBAM and the Green Deal.
The company, which has made approximately $4 billion in investments over the past five years under OYAK Mining and Metallurgy group, is continuing its efforts toward the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 as part of its net-zero roadmap.
With 61 years of production experience, a technological transformation approach, and a focus on sustainability, Erdemir continues to create long-term value for Turkish industry.