Durak Tekstil entered 2026 with strong optimism after successfully maintaining its profitability and turnover levels in 2025, despite ongoing regional and global challenges. By reinforcing its export-driven growth strategy, the company increased both its production capacity and utilization rate, setting the stage for further expansion in international markets.
As a leading producer of industrial sewing and embroidery threads, Durak Tekstil preserved its production strength and market position during a difficult year for the textile industry. The company maintained its turnover in USD terms and raised the share of exports in total sales to nearly 60%, reducing exposure to domestic market volatility.
Saadet Oran, Chair of the Board of Directors and second-generation executive at Durak Tekstil, highlighted the company’s long-standing industry presence and strong corporate structure. She stated that Durak Tekstil has established itself as a trusted supply chain partner for both local and global customers. Despite challenges faced by the Turkish textile sector in 2025, the company sustained its turnover by acquiring new customers and entering new markets.
Commenting on global market conditions, Oran noted that uncertainty surrounding customs duties, trade tensions, and macroeconomic pressures impacted consumption and order flows. However, the relocation of the company’s production facility from China to Türkiye resulted in an efficiency improvement of approximately 20%, enhancing price competitiveness. As a result, capacity utilization reached nearly 80%, well above the sector average.
With the backing of the Turquality Brand Support Program, Durak Tekstil has identified strategic export markets across five continents. The company is actively expanding its footprint in Europe while accelerating its entry into the US market through the establishment of a local subsidiary. Notably, Durak Tekstil continues to export from Türkiye to China, further diversifying its global trade network.
In 2025, the company consolidated production operations in Bursa by transforming its China presence into a procurement and marketing unit. Licensing processes for a new production facility planned on a 21-decare site have been completed, marking an important step toward future investments.
Innovation remains central to the company’s strategy. Products developed by Durak Tekstil’s in-house R&D team have expanded its portfolio and gained strong market acceptance. Guided by a continuous R&D approach, the company aims to introduce at least five new products annually.
Looking ahead, Oran expressed confidence that 2026 will mark a recovery year for global markets, particularly in Europe and the US, supported by easing interest rates. Serving over 20 sectors across more than 70 countries, Durak Tekstil expects growth in high value-added technical threads, alongside a gradual rebound in textile and apparel demand.
