KONE Türkiye Celebrates 30 Years of Advancing People Flow® and Urban Mobility
Press Release Published 08/01/2025
Istanbul, 11 August, 2025 – KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, proudly celebrates 30 years of direct presence in Türkiye. Since its establishment as KONE Asansör San. ve Tic. A.Ş. in 1995, KONE Türkiye has played a key role in supporting the country's urban growth by enabling safe, smooth, and sustainable People Flow® across thousands of buildings and public spaces.
KONE first entered the Turkish market in 1985, and over the decades has evolved into one of the country’s most trusted and recognized brands in vertical transportation. Today, the company operates with over 500 professionals, 10 regional offices, and a nationwide service network, delivering solutions that combine world-class innovation with deep local understanding.
“For 30 years, we’ve had the privilege of helping people move safely and comfortably in cities across Türkiye,” Akin Akbulut KONE Türkiye Interim Managing Director. “This milestone reflects the trust our customers place in us and the dedication of our teams who bring KONE’s values to life every day- care, collaboration, customer focus, and courage.”
KONE Türkiye has been a pioneer in introducing technologies that have shaped the local market, including the revolutionary MonoSpace® elevator, EcoDisc® hoisting technology, and smart maintenance services that support building performance and sustainability.
Beyond its technology leadership, KONE Türkiye is known for its strong focus on customer relationships, service excellence, and long-term partnerships across the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.
“As Türkiye continues to grow and urbanize, our commitment is stronger than ever,” said Loay Dajani, Managing Director for KONE Middle East, Türkiye & Africa. “For three decades, KONE has led the way in bringing innovative, energy-efficient, and digitally connected elevator and escalator solutions to the market. Our 24/7 intelligent services, smart maintenance technologies, and deep local presence have made us a trusted partner in enhancing the performance of buildings and the everyday journeys of people across Türkiye. We are proud to continue shaping the future of urban mobility together with our customers.”
For further information, please contact:
Yasmin Youssef, Head of Communications, KONE Middle East Türkiye & Africa
tel. +20 10 939 141 35, Yasmin.Youssef@kone.com
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About KONE Türkiye
KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, entered the Turkish market in 1985 and established a direct presence in 1995 with the founding of KONE Asansör San. ve Tic. A.Ş. Headquartered in Istanbul, KONE Türkiye operates with over 500 employees and 10 regional offices, providing industry-leading elevator, escalator, and maintenance solutions. The company serves customers across residential, commercial, and infrastructure segments, with a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation. Through its advanced technologies and nationwide service network, KONE Türkiye supports the smooth and efficient flow of people in urban environments.