Tekfen Holding A.S. (Turkiye)

Tekfen Holding Anonim Sirketi is a company located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was founded in 1956 by three young entrepreneurs, Feyyaz Berker, Nihat Gökyiğit, and Necati Akçağlılar. The company started as a consultancy and engineering firm, providing various services in the construction industry. They established a laboratory within the company to offer consultancy, engineering, and control services. Tekfen's first major project was the shoulder stabilization works of 9 NATO airports in Turkey. In the early 1960s, the company expanded its focus to include heavy industry and infrastructure facilities. They undertook construction works at the Ereğli Iron and Steel Factory and built the Gülüç Dam, which supplied the factory's cooling and utility water. The company's name, Tekfen, is derived from the words "Technology" and "Science," reflecting the partners' life philosophies. Tekfen has since become one of the leading pipeline contractors in Turkey, starting with their involvement in a project to pass fuel oil pipes under the Bosphorus. Tekfen Holding Anonim Sirketi has a rich history and has grown to become a prominent player in the construction and engineering industry in Turkey. They continue to provide a range of services in various sectors, contributing to the development of the country's infrastructure.