How is a joint venture model structured?

Through clarifying capital and management structure with a local partner firm; we manage this process from start to finish.

How is workforce sourcing planned?

Through the region's existing labor pool and, if needed, training programs; we plan this together.

Which sectors are the best candidates?

Textiles, food processing and light industry are among the sectors best matched to current regional infrastructure and workforce profile.

How much advantage does access to port logistics provide?

Proximity to İskenderun Port offers a significant logistics cost advantage, particularly for producers exporting to Europe and the Middle East.

Regional Production Hub Investment

The trend among international firms to diversify supply chains, combined with Hatay's competitive labor costs, OIZ infrastructure and position between Europe and the Middle East, makes the province a candidate for a regional production hub (nearshoring).

An international business meeting at a production facility

International firms seeking to diversify global supply chains are looking for production bases closer to Europe but at lower cost (nearshoring). Hatay's OIZ infrastructure, labor cost advantage and logistics access to both European and Middle Eastern markets offer a locational option worth evaluating for international firms seeking to establish a regional production hub.

What Project Types Can Be Considered?

Contract manufacturing facility for international brands
Production facility integrated with a regional distribution center
Joint venture production investment
New production base as part of supply chain diversification

Which Areas Should Be Considered?

İskenderun OIZs are the primary areas given direct access to port logistics. Hassa and Erzin OIZs offer separate options with different sectoral focuses.

Licensing and Permit Process

OIZ parcel allocation application
Industrial registry certificate
Foreign capital company incorporation process
Export/CE certifications as required by product type

Incentive and Support Elements

Region 6 incentives offer VAT exemption, customs duty exemption, tax reduction and social security premium support at rates that vary by investment; a strategic investment incentive certificate can also be considered for large-scale investments.

Explore our Investment Incentive Consulting service

Points to Keep in Mind

Regional production hub investments generally require large-scale, long-term commitments; clarifying the scope of the incentive certificate, workforce sourcing plan and logistics infrastructure assessment together at an early stage is critical.