ICFE 2026 Istanbul: Turkey Carpet and Flooring Trade Fair
ICFE 2026 ends in Istanbul with 500 exhibitors from 25 countries. Discover how Türkiye's premier carpet fair is shaping the $17 billion global flooring market.
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Ali Burç is the editor of Turkish Sourcing News and the founder of Burc Consulting, an advisory firm that works with international companies on investment, market entry and business development in Türkiye. He oversees the publication's coverage of trade, manufacturing and investment.
ICFE 2026 ends in Istanbul with 500 exhibitors from 25 countries. Discover how Türkiye's premier carpet fair is shaping the $17 billion global flooring market.
IFCO 2026 returns to Istanbul Feb 4-7. With 500+ exhibitors and 30,000 visitors, discover the latest S/S 2026 trends in Europe’s largest apparel and fashion fair.
Türkiye's honey exports rose 4% to $33.5M in 2025, reaching 51 countries. The USA, Germany, and UK are top buyers as the sector expands into 10 new markets.
Aegean food exports hit $172M in 2025. A new trade delegation heads to Seoul, South Korea, on Jan 13, 2026, to meet 40 major importers and expand B2B ties.
Türkiye's 2025 exports hit a record $273.4B. Ornamental plants reached $160M with a 14% increase, led by massive growth in Germany and Uzbekistan markets.
Turkish salmon exports reached $520.2 million in 2025, a 13% value increase. Russia, Vietnam, and Belarus lead as top markets for Black Sea salmon.
Türkiye's trade delegation visits Ethiopia Jan 12-16, 2026, targeting infrastructure and agriculture. Discover the $200M export potential in Addis Ababa.
Alanya hosts the HORECA Equipment & Food Fairs Jan 20-22, 2026. Explore the trade hub for 42% of Turkey's hotel capacity and the 10th Gastro Alanya competition.
With a 26% decrease in export volume, industry leaders warn of a downturn reaching 1980s levels and call for urgent policy reforms in 2026.
Starting Jan 2, 2026, Chinese citizens can visit Türkiye visa-free for 90 days. The move aims to attract 1 million tourists and strengthen $48.3 billion trade links.