Professor Dr Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Turkish Airlines (THY), announced that the Turkish Airlines Executive Summit, traditionally held every January, was successfully completed this year with the participation of executives from more than 130 countries.
At the summit, a comprehensive review of the past year was conducted, while goals, expectations and global strategies for the new period were discussed. The organisation stood out as an important gathering that reinforced Turkish Airlines’ shared global vision and culture of cooperation.
“TK Family” Emphasis: A Strong Ecosystem with More Than 100,000 Employees
Ahmet Bolat emphasised that at a time when the aviation sector is facing intense competition, geopolitical developments and global uncertainties, THY continues its investments without compromising its long-term strategies.
Stating that the main theme of the summit was “TK Family”, Bolat noted that the large Turkish Airlines family, comprising more than 100,000 employees together with subsidiaries, is the company’s greatest strength.
A Meaningful Gathering on the Night of Miraj
Bolat stated that the summit coinciding with the spiritually significant Night of Miraj added a special meaning to the gathering, and noted that prayers were offered for the future of the company, the country and the nation together with executives from all around the world.
From the 500th Aircraft to the “Second 500” Target
At the summit, the pride of THY’s fleet reaching its 500th aircraft was also shared. Reminding that it took 93 years to reach the first 500 aircraft, Bolat announced that much more ambitious targets have been set for the new period.
The targets of Turkish Airlines were listed as follows:
- 2033: Fleet of 813 aircraft, 171 million passengers
- 2036: Fleet of 1,000 aircraft, more than 210 million passengers
With these targets, THY aims to further strengthen its position as one of the leading carriers in global aviation.
A Global Aviation Hub with the Vision of the Century of Türkiye
Carrying Anatolia’s historical heritage and the spirit of the Silk Road into the skies, Turkish Airlines continues its determination to turn the country into a global aviation hub in line with the vision of the Century of Türkiye.
Advancing with a focus on operational safety, efficiency and innovation, THY continues to take steps that will shape the future by moving beyond its comfort zones.
Support for the Summit and Thanks
Ahmet Bolat thanked the Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, for attending the summit, and the President for the support conveyed through his message. He also expressed his gratitude to Güven Hospitals, which contributed to the summit by providing health tests and physical activities for executives throughout the event.
“Moving Forward with a Stronger THY Family”
Emphasising that they act with the responsibility of being the national flag carrier, Bolat stated that, with the support of 85 million people behind them, they have entered the “Second 500” period determined, motivated and ready.
