Kayseri: A foray into history and industry

Kayseri's rich history

Kayseri, known in antiquity as Caesarea, is a city with a rich history spanning thousands of years. Founded by the Hittites around 2000 BC, the city thrived as a commercial and cultural center over the centuries. It was ruled by the Persians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and finally the Ottomans, each culture leaving a distinctive mark.

Textile industry: Pillar of Kayseri's economy

Kayseri it is famous for its vibrant textile industry, which dates back to the Middle Ages. The soft angora wool from local goats played a crucial role in the development of the industry, making Kayseri an important center for the production of textiles, carpets and mohair.

Key companies in the textile industry:

• Erdem Tekstil: An experienced textile manufacturer specializing in wool and cotton fabrics.
• Kayseri Mensucat: One of the largest yarn producers in Turkey with a wide range of wool, cotton and synthetic yarns.
• Sütaş: A brand renowned for its high quality rugs made from angora wool and other natural materials.

Other significant industries in Kayseri:

• Food industry: Kayseri is known for the production of sucuk (dried sausage), pastrami and traditional sweets.
• Chemical industry: The manufacture of cement, caustic soda and chemical fertilizers has an important share in the local economy.
• Metallurgical industry: The production of steel, aluminum and other metals is an important branch of industry in Kayseri.

Key companies in other industries:

• Tat Gıda: A leading producer of sucuk and other meat products.
• Sanko Holding: A vast conglomerate with operations in various industries including cement, energy and chemicals.
• Kayseri Makina: A manufacturer of industrial machinery with a solid reputation on the domestic and international market.

Top 50 companies in Kayseri with description:

Textile industry:

• Erdem Tekstil: Experienced textile manufacturer specializing in wool and cotton fabrics.
• Kayseri Mensucat: One of the largest yarn producers in Turkey with a wide range of wool, cotton and synthetic yarns.
• Sütaş: Brand famous for its high quality rugs made from angora wool and other natural materials.
• Boyteks: Textile manufacturer with a wide range of products including fabrics, clothes and homewares.
• Özdilek: Vertically integrated textile manufacturer with operations from spinning to finishing.
• Hilal Mensucat: Manufacturer of yarns and fabrics from wool, cotton and synthetic fibers.
• Yünsa: Manufacturer of wool yarns and fabrics with a wide range of products for the textile and carpet industries.
• Pamukkale Tekstil: Manufacturer of cotton textiles with a wide range of products for the textile and clothing industry.
• Erciyes Tekstil: Manufacturer of wool and cotton textiles with a wide range of products for the textile and clothing industry.
• Olgunlar Tekstil: Manufacturer of cotton textiles with a wide range of products for the textile and clothing industry.

Food industry:

• Tat Gıda: Top producer of sucuk and other meat products.
• Sanko Holding: Vast conglomerate with operations in various industries including cement, energy and chemicals. It owns food manufacturers such as Pınar Et and Meşhur Dondurma.
• Kayseri Şeker Fabrikası: Sugar factory with a long tradition, producing a wide range of sugar and molasses products.
• Pınar Et: Producer of meat and meat products, part of Sanko Holding.
• Meşhur Dondurma: Traditional Turkish ice cream maker, part of Sanko Holding.
• Gözde Gıda: Manufacturer of dairy products and fruit juices.
• Sera Yem: Animal feed manufacturer.
• Erciyes Gıda: Manufacturer of various food products, including canned vegetables and fruits.
• Karacabey Et: Producer of mutton and mutton products.
• Sultan Süt: Manufacturer of dairy products including milk, yogurt and cheese.

Chemical industry:

• Sanko Holding: Vast conglomerate with operations in various industries including cement, energy and chemicals. It owns chemical manufacturers such as Eti Soda and Gübretaş.
• Kayseri Çimento Fabrikası: Cement factory with a long tradition, producing a wide range of cement and cement products.
• Eti Soda: Manufacturer of caustic soda and sodium bicarbonate, part of Sanko Holding.
• Gübretaş: Chemical fertilizer manufacturer, part of Sanko Holding.
• Kayseri Kimya: Manufacturer of various chemical products including detergents and cleaning products.
• Aslantaş Kimya: Manufacturer of various chemicals including paints and varnishes.
• Sanko Kimya: Manufacturer of various chemical products, part of Sanko Holding.
• Hektaş Kimya: Manufacturer of various chemical products including adhesives and sealants.
• Erciyes Kimya: Manufacturer of various chemicals, including chemicals for the textile industry.
• Nora Kimya: Manufacturer of various chemicals, including chemicals for the food industry.

Metallurgical industry:

• Erdemir: One of the largest steel producers in Turkey with a wide range of steel products.
• Kayseri Demir Çelik Fabrikası: Steel plant and steel products.
• Borçelik: Manufacturer of steel products, specializing in seamless pipes.
• Profilo Holding: Conglomerate with operations in the metal industry, producing steel, aluminum and other metals.
• Aslantaş Çelik: Steel producer, part of Aslantaş Holding.
• Erciyes Çelik: Steel manufacturer, specialized in steel profiles.
• Hisarönü Metal: Manufacturer of various metal products including metal profiles and hardware.
• Kayseri Metal İşleri: Factory specialized in metal processing by stamping, cutting and welding methods.
• Çelik Makina: Manufacturer of industrial machinery, with a wide range of products for various industries.

Other industries:

• Kayseri Makina: Manufacturer of industrial machinery, specialized in machinery for the textile and food industry.
• Hayat Kimya: Manufacturer of cleaning and personal care products, known for the brand of the same name.
• Hayat Boya: Manufacturer of decorative and industrial paints and varnishes.
• Sanko Enerji: Electricity supplier, part of Sanko Holding.
• Erciyes Üniversitesi: Public state university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Kayseri Organize Sanayi Bölgesi: Organized industrial area that houses numerous factories of various industries.
• Kayseri Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası: Kayseri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which provides support and services for companies in the region.
• Kayseri Büyükşehir Belediyesi: Kayseri Metropolitan City Hall, responsible for city administration.
• Anadolu Ajansı: National news agency of Turkey with regional headquarters in Kayseri.
• TRT: National public broadcaster of Turkey, with regional headquarters in Kayseri.

Kayseri: A vibrant economic center

Combining rich history with a diversified economy, Kayseri stands out as an important economic center in Turkey. The textile, food, chemical and metallurgical industries contribute significantly to the prosperity of the region. The presence of renowned companies strengthens Kayseri's position as a pillar of Turkish industry.

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