Turkish integrated long products manufacturer Kardemir Karabuk Demir Celik Sanayi ve Tijaret A.
S. (Kardemir) has announced that it continues to advance its export-oriented growth strategy in high-value-added product segments, while expanding the global reach of its products to the railway industry.
As part of this strategy, the company has signed an agreement for the supply of approximately $2.25 million worth of railway wheels with a customer in the Czech Republic. According to Kardemir, the railway wheels covered by the contract are the first railway wheel products manufactured by the company to be exported to international markets.
First shipment completed
The company stated that the agreement represents an important milestone in its efforts to diversify its product portfolio and strengthen its position in export markets. The first shipment under the contract was successfully completed on June 18, 2026.
Currently, Kardemir has the capacity to produce 200,000 railway wheels annually in accordance with international standards. The product range includes wheels for freight and passenger wagons, locomotives, high-speed trains and light rail transport systems. The company noted that the domestic production of railway wheels has played an important role in meeting the needs of the Turkish railway industry and at the same time reduced dependence on imports.
Expansion of international presence
Kardemir stated that it continues to expand its customer base in Europe and other regions, leveraging its expertise in the manufacture of railway wheels, quality standards and sustainable production methods. The company added that it will continue to support the development of Turkey's railway industry through the production of railway wheels, wheel sets and railway rails, while increasing exports of strategic products and contributing to the national economy.
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