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Gaziantep industrial trade missions to Europe

Overview

Gaziantep-based industrial sectors are conducting international trade missions to expand their presence in European markets.

In mid-September 2026, footwear representatives from the Gaziantep footwear cluster participated in the MICAM Milano and LINEAPELLE trade fairs in Milan, Italy. Supported by the Turkish Ministry of Trade and the Gaziantep Chamber of Commerce, the delegation sought to showcase production capabilities and establish commercial connections with global leather and footwear firms.

In October 2026, a trade mission of carpet producers from Gaziantep launched a strategic mission to France and Italy. Organized by the Southeast Anatolian Carpet Exporters' Union (GAHİB) and supported by the Ministry of Trade, the delegation conducted business-to-business meetings and field research in Paris and Milan between October 11 and 17, 2026.

GAHİB President Zeynal Abidin Kaplan emphasized the strategic nature of the mission by noting the significant market potential in Europe. He highlighted that France’s total carpet imports amount to $557 million, while Turkey currently holds a $32 million share. In Italy, Turkey’s share of the approximately $300 million annual import market is $17 million. The mission aims to introduce innovative products and strengthen long-term commercial networks to increase Turkey’s market share in these sectors.

Entities

Ministry of Trade · France · Lineapelle · Gaziantep · Zeynal Abidin Kaplan

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] The goal is to permanently increase market share in France and Italy while promoting Turkish carpet quality and design.
[● 3 SOURCES] France's total carpet imports are $557 million, with Turkey holding a $32 million share.
[● 3 SOURCES] Italy's annual carpet imports are approximately $300 million, with Turkey accounting for $17 million.
[● 3 SOURCES] A sectoral trade delegation of Gaziantep carpet producers is visiting France and Italy from October 11 to 17, 2026.
[● 3 SOURCES] The trade mission is organized by the Southeast Anatolian Carpet Exporters' Union (GAHİB) with support from the Ministry of Trade.

Timeline

16 days ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
Gaziantep carpet exporters launch trade mission to France and Italy
Gaziantep carpet manufacturers are visiting Paris and Milan from October 11-17, 2026, to expand their market share in France and Italy through B2B meetings and product showcases.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Gaziantep footwear cluster participates in Milan trade fairs
Gaziantep footwear industry representatives participated in the MICAM Milano and LINEAPELLE fairs in Italy to expand international trade connections and showcase production capabilities.

Sources

gazeteekspres.com · gaziantepgapgazetesi.com · gaziantepsabah.com · haberkibris.com · haberport.com · karsmanset.com · olaymedya.com

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