Kastamonu Entegre Named Industry Leader at TIM’s Champions of Export Awards
Kastamonu Entegre recognized as export champion in its industry
A leading name in the wood-based panel industry, Kastamonu Entegre was awarded first place in its industry at the “Champions of Export” awards ceremony organized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM). With its export network spanning over 100 countries and its commitment to sustainable production, the corporation continues to play a key role in reinforcing the global competitiveness of Turkish industry.
As a global player in the wood-based panel industry, Kastamonu Entegre was awarded the top prize in the “Furniture, Paper, and Forestry Products” categoryat the Champions of Export Awards Ceremony organized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM). The award was presented to Hakan Gündem, Kastamonu Entegre’s Group Export Manager, in the ceremony attended by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
A Strategic Responsibility in Exports
“Exporting is a strategic responsibility for us, which reinforces the position of Turkish industry within the global value chain. At Kastamonu Entegre, we are consistently increasing our export volume, which now exceeds $330 million, thanks to a global network that spans more than 100 countries. Backed by our strong multicultural team of 7,000 people, we are working toward making Turkey a sustainable and competitive production hub,” said Hakan Gündem, Kastamonu Entegre’s Group Export Manager.
In his statement, Gündem said, “In today’s rapidly evolving global economy, production is no longer measured by volume only but also assessed by criteria such as sustainability, digitalization, and social responsibility. Aware of this,
we are building the future today, from R&D to circular economy practices, from energy efficiency to the development of eco-friendly products. Every shipment we make is a value we add for our country, and every new market we enter is an investment in prestige. This is the mindset that drives our export performance.”
Reward of sustainable growth in exports
Kastamonu Entegre accounts for 7% of global laminate flooring production, ranking as the third-largest MDF and fourth-largest particleboard producer in the world. By doing so, the corporation carries Turkish added value to international markets.
With over 7 million cubic meters of annual production capacity across six countries and five production sites in Turkey, Kastamonu Entegre is a key contributor to promoting Turkey’s industrial vision abroad. Thanks to integrated facilities in markets such as Italy, Russia, and Romania, the corporation has one of the most
extensive production networks in the industry, exporting to more than 100 countries across six continents.
Tangible achievements in sustainability
2024 marked significant progress for Kastamonu Entegre regarding sustainability. Using biomass and solar power plants, the corporation generates clean energy equivalent to the annual electricity needs of 100,000 homes. Additionally, Kastamonu Entegre won an award from the Ministry of Industry and Technology for its energy efficiency project in Adana. Innovative products, such as panels made from coffee grounds as well as 100% bio-based PureBoard, are further examples of the corporation’s commitment to environmentally friendly production. Kastamonu Entegre also cemented its leadership in R&D by ranking first in its industry and being listed among Turkey’s top spenders in R&D investment.
