Turkey’s top luxury department store / curator (designer brands, premium fashion, beauty, home) with large flagship locations in major AVMs and central districts.
Bilet.com is a Turkish portal that allows booking of flights, bus tickets, event tickets and possibly ferry/car rental. According to traffic data it is smaller than oBilet in sheer visits (~335 K in Sept for one reported metric) but still relevant.
Bilgin Yachts is a very storied and well-respected Turkish superyacht builder. It operates from several facilities (including their Yalova hull yard and outfitting in Istanbul), and specializes in building large, bespoke steel-aluminium superyachts (from ~50 m up to 120 m). Their in-house capacity (furniture, metalwork, upholstery, hydraulics) is very high, giving them strong end-to-end control of yacht construction.
BiSigorta is an insurance-comparison portal in Turkey. According to its site, you can compare “all insurance companies” and get a quote in just 2 minutes, covering many insurance types (traffic, kasko, home, health, DASK). bisigorta.comWhy use it: If you need to compare a broad set of insurance types online, BiSigorta is useful because it emphasises speed (“2 dakika”), breadth (“tüm firmalardan gelen teklif”), and ease of online purchase.
Tip: As always, when you get a cheap quote check that coverage and brands behind the quotes are solid; the cheapest might sacrifice key protections.
Based in: Munich, Germany.
Manufacturing in Türkiye: BMW has some assembly/production partnerships in Türkiye, but many models imported.
Notes: Premium segment brand; smaller volumes compared with mass-market brands.
One of Turkey’s leading department-store chains (fashion, cosmetics, homeware) with large multi-floor stores in major AVMs and a strong e-commerce platform.
BP operates downstream retail and energy-services activities in Türkiye, including branded petrol stations and fuel distribution, and it has been involved in local energy projects and partnerships. BP’s Turkish pages provide product, retail and corporate information.
BAT is a major tobacco manufacturer and distributor in Türkiye, operating production facilities and a national sales and distribution infrastructure following previous acquisitions and long-term investment.
What they are:Part of Bupa Group, well known in Turkey mainly for health insurance, but also active in some non-life categories.
Why it’s strong:Very reputable brand and popular among expats for health.
Burçak has a history of over 40 years in the spice business, with a highly automated production facility in Gaziantep. They produce red pepper, sumac, cumin, mint and many other spices, as well as beverage powders, sauces and other food‑industry products. They export to many countries and maintain high food‑safety certifications.
Butterfly Balloons is a more boutique / intimate operator in Cappadocia, well-known for its experienced and personable pilots (many with international licenses) and smaller basket sizes, which helps give a more personal feel to the flight.
Their flights typically include hotel pick-up, light breakfast, safety briefing, and after-landing celebration with champagne and certificates.
According to travel guides, Butterfly’s standard flight is capped at 16 passengers, which distinguishes it from some larger operators.
BuyFromTurkey.co is a B2B platform designed to connect international buyers with Turkish manufacturers and wholesalers across many sectors, including textiles, plastics, food, construction materials and industrial products. It works mainly as a directory and matchmaking service rather than a retail shop, offering supplier listings, product information and quote requests, with some contact details available only to premium members.
The company states it was founded in 2020 and is based in Istanbul, promoting benefits such as competitive pricing, quality suppliers and support throughout sourcing and logistics. While it can be a useful starting point for finding Turkish producers, buyers should still carry out normal due-diligence checks—such as verifying suppliers, confirming shipping terms and requesting samples—before making major transactions.
Based in: Shenzhen, China.
Manufacturing in Türkiye: A factory is planned in Türkiye (as part of European supply chain) but as of now primarily imports.
Notes: Chinese EV brand entering Turkish market aggressively.
In Turkey they have a thing called Halı Örtüsü or Carpet covers. Essentially they are large bed size cloth items of very good hardwearing quality. I suppose you can call them throw overs which can be used as picnic mats, seat covers, furniture protection whilst away for any extended periods and even as a bedspread.
In Turkey, halı örtüsü (carpet covers) are widely used to protect carpets from dirt, wear, spills, and fading while providing an easy-to-wash, removable layer that keeps the original carpet clean. They are especially popular in homes with children or pets and are commonly made from materials such as velvet (kadife), polar, or soft welsoft fabric, often with elastic edges so they fit snugly over the carpet.
Cemre Tersanesi (Cemre Shipyard), located in Altınova (Yalova), is a major Turkish commercial shipyard. They specialize in a variety of vessels, including hybrid or battery-powered ships, low-emission designs, and more conventional hull types — positioning themselves for future-oriented shipbuilding.
