Turkey: Manufacturing Clusters & SMEs
Visit organised industrial zones and supplier clusters that made Turkey a manufacturing and export hub – close to home and easy to reach.
At a glance
Day by day
- Day 1Arrival in Istanbul
Airport pick-up · welcome briefing
- Day 2Industrial zones
Organised industrial zone · manufacturer visit
- Day 3Bursa automotive cluster
Supplier plant visit · group dinner
- Day 4Exports and SMEs
Chamber or export agency session · free afternoon
- Day 5Action plan and return
Team action plans · certificates · airport transfer
Example only: the final program, visits and dates are agreed with you and confirmed by each host.
Themes
- Organised industrial zones
- Automotive suppliers
- Textiles and furniture
- SME export support
Typical visits
- An organised industrial zone and its service centre
- An automotive supplier plant
- A textile or furniture manufacturer
- A chamber of industry or export agency
What participants take home
- Learn how clusters share services, skills and export channels
- Benchmark productivity and quality in mid-sized plants
- Find supplier and partnership leads
How it works
- 1. PlanWe agree the learning goals, the group and the sites to visit.
- 2. TravelAirport-to-airport arrangements, invitation letters and visa guidance.
- 3. LearnWorkshops led by our facilitator before and between visits.
- 4. VisitGuided visits to leading companies, public bodies and innovation centres.
- 5. ApplyTeam action plan, certificate and follow-up after the trip.
Included
- Technical facilitator with the group throughout
- Airport-to-airport ground transport
- Site visits and best-practice briefings
- Pre-trip workshop and daily debriefs
- One group dinner
- A free day to explore the city
- Certificate of participation
- Accommodation – included in the package or arranged separately
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See programsFrequently asked questions
How long is a Training Journey?
Most international journeys run 5–7 days including travel; programs inside Egypt run 3–6 days. We tailor the length to your goals and budget.
What is the group size?
Usually 10 to 25 participants, so every visit stays interactive. Larger delegations are split into groups.
Can you help with visas?
Yes. We provide invitation letters and visa guidance. Visa fees and processing times depend on each participant's nationality.
Are the visits confirmed in advance?
Visits are requested on behalf of your group and confirmed by each host organization before travel; the final program is shared with you in writing.
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Plan this journey for your team
Send us your group size, goals and preferred dates.