Ugur Dalbeler, Chairman of the Board of the Turkish Steel Exporters Association (ÇIB), shared his views on the sustainability and adaptability of the Turkish steel industry in the face of global developments during the Global Steel Dynamics Forum, held in New York on June 16-17.
Organized by World Steel Dynamics and the Association of Ferrous Metallurgy Technologies, the forum discussed the current prospects of the global steel industry, trade policy and future expectations.
Turkish industry has learned to live in conditions of uncertainty
Speaking at the Global Steel Prospects session, Mr. Dalbeler said that rapid changes in the global economy are nothing new for the Turkish industry. He noted that Turkey has been operating in unstable and difficult economic conditions for many years and that its industrial sector has learned to adapt to uncertainty.
Describing the situation as "driving without headlights on a foggy night. After a while, your eyes get used to it," Mr. Dalbeler emphasized that the ability of the Turkish steel sector to adapt quickly to changing conditions is one of its greatest strengths.
"Turkey is more than just a bridge"
Stating that Turkey's role in the international system cannot be explained solely by its geographical location, Mr. Dahlbeler described the country not only as a bridge between the East between the West and Asia and Europe, but also as a strategic energy corridor, a strong logistics center and an important player in regional diplomacy.
He noted that Turkey's geography has historically been characterized by constant changes and movement, which has strengthened reflexes. Turkish industry.
According to Dahlbeler, working in a dynamic environment has transformed companies into organizations that make decisions faster, act faster, and identify opportunities earlier. He added that the adaptability of the Turkish steel sector provides a significant competitive advantage in international markets.
Recalling that the Turkish steel industry has faced numerous global crises and market fluctuations in the past, Dalbeler said that the sector has emerged from every difficult period with new opportunities. He stated that although conditions have not always been favorable, Turkey's steel industry continues to grow, demonstrating its competitiveness.
