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Turkish contractors have maintained their position as the second-largest group on the "World's Top 250 International Contractors" list, according to Engineering News-Record (ENR) for 2024.
This year, 43 firms from Türkiye were included, reflecting the country's strong presence in the global construction market despite various challenges.
Türkiye's contractors continue to be key players in the global construction industry. M. Erdal Eren, President of the Turkish Contractors Association (TMB), emphasized the sector's achievements: “Despite the ongoing war, Russia remained our largest market in 2023. We are also actively preparing to take part in Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction.” Eren highlighted their efforts to expand activities in markets like Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Algeria, Poland, Romania, and Sub-Saharan African countries. The number of countries where Turkish contractors are active has increased to 137 in 2024, with the addition of Portugal.
The global construction market, valued at $499.7 billion in 2023, has been affected by inflation, regional conflicts, and supply chain disruptions. To manage these risks, contractors have taken proactive steps to diversify their operations and support key market investments.
“Turkish contractors, who celebrated the 100th anniversary of our Republic by completing over 12,000 projects in 136 countries in 2023, have shown exceptional resilience,” Eren stated. Six Turkish firms made it into the top 100 construction rankings, with one ranked among the top 50.
No
2024 Rank
2023 Rank
Company
1
48
50
Limak
2
53
53
Ronesans
3
54
58
Enka
4
58
66
Yapi Merkezi
5
66
81
Ant Yapi
6
81
84
Esta
7
104
112
Cengiz
8
105
117
Gulermak
9
106
115
Aslan Yapi
10
108
110
Calik Enerji
11
113
114
Tav
12
115
121
Kuzu
13
117
107
Nurol
14
121
144
Tekfen
15
144
159
Metag
16
145
141
Eser
17
151
188
Kolin
18
155
223
Polat Yol
19
156
127
Bayburt Grup
20
162
163
Ilk
21
163
206
Alarko
22
170
183
Sembol
23
173
190
Yenigun
24
176
153
Gap
25
178
177
Onur
26
181
154
Mbd
27
185
198
Dekinsan
28
188
196
Yuksel
29
190
195
Ustay
30
199
123
Duygu
31
202
201
Summa
32
204
151
Tepe
33
206
201
Iris
34
209
151
Mapa
35
211
208
Stea
36
219
164
Makyol
37
222
221
Smk
38
224
217
Nata
39
225
210
Ic Ictas
40
227
249
Dorce
41
229
225
Feka
42
234
234
Zafer
43
246
247
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Ronesans Holding's subsidiary Ballast Nedam, one of Europe's largest construction firms, is making significant contributions to sustainable construction. Their Cartesius project aims to integrate modern urban living with sustainability and well-being, inspired by the Blue Zones.
The company is also working on the A24 Blankenburgverbinding road connection project in Rotterdam, designed to enhance accessibility and support economic growth in the region. Project director Patrick van Os noted, “Our team has demonstrated exceptional technical skills and innovation. We are eager to see the project in use by the end of 2024.”
Turkish contractors are well-positioned to benefit from the recovery of the global construction market, especially in green and sustainable projects. With a focus on innovative solutions and government support, they continue to strengthen their presence in international markets.
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