The Association of Turkish Milling and Sector Machinery Manufacturers (DESMÜD), and İDMA International Fair have officially sealed a groundbreaking collaboration agreement, marking a pivotal moment for the milling industry. This agreement, perceived as a significant stride toward the innovative and sustainable future of the milling sector, is expected to elevate the industry's visibility on a global scale, amplifying its impact in the international arena.
The critical agreement to enhance the competitive strength of the Turkish milling industry was signed by Zeki Demirtaşoğlu, President of The Association of Turkish Milling and Sector Machinery Manufacturers (DESMÜD), and Ali Kalkan, Chairman of the Board of İDMA International Fair. Demirtaşoğlu expressed his excitement about the collaboration and highlighted the potential to strengthen Turkey's position in the global milling sector after the signatures were exchanged. Demirtaşoğlu stated, “As DESMÜD, we continue to take strategic steps for the development of our sector. The signatures we have put down open a new era for Turkey in the national and international realms of the milling sector. This meaningful collaboration will further enhance Turkey's potential in the milling industry and contribute to gaining a significant position on international platforms. Our partnership with İDMA Expo offers a great opportunity for the promotion of our industry, innovation and increasing our competitiveness in the international arena. This cooperation will enable the milling industry to move towards an innovative and sustainable future. The coming together of the two institutions will enable sharing the latest technologies in the sector, supporting research and development activities and disseminating the best practices in the sector.”
SECTOR TO BE MORE VISIBLE ON A GLOBAL SCALE
Demirtaşoğlu, expressing their continuous efforts to enhance the competitiveness of their members and strengthen collaborations within the industry, stated, “With this cooperation, Türkiye's milling sector will become more visible worldwide and increase its impact in the global arena. As DESMÜD, we believe that this cooperation will bring great benefits to our industry and our members. Together with İDMA Fair, we will continue to work for more innovation, cooperation and growth in the milling industry. With this co-operation, we look forward to the further internationalisation of our industry and the full realisation of Türkiye's potential in milling. We wish that our cooperation will be beneficial for the milling industry and our country.”
PARTNERSHIP TO BOOST GROWTH IN THE MILLING INDUSTRY
After the signatures, Ali Kalkan, Chairman of the Board of İDMA International Fair, described the collaboration with DESMÜD as "a significant step toward the innovative and sustainable future of the milling sector." Kalkan expressed excitement about embarking on this partnership journey with DESMÜD, stating, "Our collaboration offers new opportunities for joint growth in the milling sector. The coming together of DESMÜD and İDMA will enhance the visibility of the Turkish milling sector on the global stage. This collaboration will showcase Turkey's strength and competitive advantage in the milling industry to a broader international audience. Simultaneously, it will stimulate technological advancements in the milling sector and ensure Turkey takes a leading position in innovation. With these signatures, our sector has indeed shifted gears for change and growth. Our collective efforts will undoubtedly create an environment that benefits the entire milling industry. I am confident that this collaboration will resonate in the global milling sector and elevate the Turkish milling industry to new heights."
Ali Kalkan, reminding that the next İDMA Fair will be held in Istanbul from May 2nd to 4th, highlighted the significance of this fair as a crucial platform for industry stakeholders to showcase new technologies, enhance collaborations, and explore new opportunities for growth. Kalkan emphasized that this point provides a unique and advantageous position for organizing a fair on grain processing technologies in Turkey and Istanbul. He commented, "Turkey is a world leader in flour exports and the second-largest in pasta exports. This situation already underscores the strength of Turkey's milling industry on the international stage. Turkey is located at the intersection of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, offering a strategic position for industry professionals worldwide. Istanbul's accessibility, easy transportation infrastructure, and cosmopolitan atmosphere make it an ideal location for a global milling fair. Additionally, Turkey sits at the crossroads for major grain-exporting countries like Russia and Ukraine, and important grain-importing countries such as Egypt, Iran, Syria, Algeria, and Morocco. This positions Turkey as a facilitator for international collaborations and business opportunities for industry actors."