AstraZeneca operates across research, clinical trials, local marketing and pharmaceutical distribution in Türkiye and works with healthcare professionals and hospitals on multiple therapy areas.
Aviva (UK insurance group) has been active in Türkiye through AvivaSA, a long-standing joint venture with Turkish partners in life insurance and pension products, operating as one of the bigger players in the local life/pension market.
BAE Systems engages with Türkiye’s defence and aerospace sectors through long-standing industrial partnerships, collaborative projects and supply-chain links; it has worked with Turkish suppliers and defence firms on a range of programmes.
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.
Diageo, a global spirits and beer group, does business in Türkiye through established distribution and production arrangements and by working with a local subsidiary/distributor for major spirit brands. It is a significant player in the on-trade and retail drinks market.
GSK is a leading pharmaceutical and healthcare company in Türkiye, active in prescription medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare with local offices and medical partnerships.
HSBC provides corporate, commercial and personal banking services in Türkiye, with specialist international banking capabilities for companies and high-net-worth clients and a number of local branches and business units.
Jaguar Land Rover (British automotive maker) is represented in Türkiye via authorised distributors and dealer networks; Land Rover and Jaguar models are sold, serviced and supported through national dealer groups.
Marks & Spencer operates retail and online channels in Türkiye, offering clothing, homeware and food items to Turkish customers through a local e-commerce presence and distribution partnerships
Reckitt (makers of consumer health, hygiene and home products) has manufacturing sites, sales operations and a strong retail presence in Türkiye; its brands are widely available in supermarkets and pharmacies.
Rolls-Royce has a commercial presence in Türkiye across several business lines: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars (luxury cars) with authorised dealers in Istanbul, and Rolls-Royce Power Systems / aero-engine services through industrial partnerships and service activities.
https://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/istanbul/tr_TR/showroom.html and (industrial) https://www.mtu-solutions.com/eu/en/about-us/global-presence/rolls-royce-solutions-motor-san-vetic-a-s.html
Based in: Hinckley, UK
Manufacturing in Türkiye: No local manufacturing
Notes: British brand known for mid- and large-capacity motorcycles; niche but recognised in Türkiye.
Unilever sells a wide portfolio of household, personal-care and food brands in Türkiye and runs local manufacturing, marketing and R&D operations; it is a major FMCG employer and supplier to Turkish retail.
Vodafone Türkiye, a subsidiary of the British multinational Vodafone Group Plc, is one of the key players in Turkey’s telecommunications sector. The company entered the Turkish market in 2006 after acquiring the local operator Telsim and has since developed a strong footprint across mobile, broadband and fixed-line services. Vodafone Türkiye serves millions of customers and provides integrated communication, digital content and enterprise solutions, while also investing heavily in 5G and digital infrastructure. The brand is well known for its focus on technology-led customer experience and sustainability initiatives in the Turkish market.
