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Turkey's Trusted
Air Cargo Partner

Since 2005, we've been connecting Turkish businesses with the world — delivering cargo to 150+ countries with reliability, speed, and care.

Turkey Air Cargo operations
Cargo warehouse
2005
Founded in
Istanbul
Our Story

18 Years of Moving
the World Forward

Turkey Air Cargo was founded in 2005 with a single mission: to make international air freight from Turkey simple, reliable, and accessible for businesses of all sizes.

What started as a small freight forwarding office at Istanbul Atatürk Airport has grown into one of Turkey's most trusted logistics companies — handling over 20,000 shipments per year to more than 150 countries across every continent.

Today, our team of 120+ logistics professionals operates 24/7 from our headquarters in Istanbul, with partner offices in Ankara, Izmir, and Antalya. We combine deep local expertise with a global network of 500+ airline and agent partnerships.

Reliability First
Transparent Pricing
Customer-Centric
IATA Certified

Our Mission

To provide fast, reliable, and cost-effective air cargo solutions that empower Turkish businesses to compete in global markets — with zero compromise on safety, compliance, or customer service.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted air cargo gateway between Turkey and the world — recognized globally for operational excellence, innovation, and our commitment to sustainable logistics.

Our Values

Integrity in every shipment. Transparency in every quote. Accountability in every delivery. We treat your cargo as if it were our own — because your success is our success.

By the Numbers

Our Track Record Speaks

150+
Countries Served

Active shipping routes across every continent

20K+
Annual Shipments

Handled safely and on time every year

500+
Airline Partners

Global network for best rates & schedules

120+
Team Members

Logistics professionals working 24/7

99%
On-Time Delivery

Industry-leading reliability rate

18+
Years Experience

Trusted by businesses since 2005

Our Journey

Milestones That Shaped Us

2005

Founded in Istanbul

Turkey Air Cargo established at Istanbul Atatürk Airport with a team of 8 and a vision to simplify international air freight.

2008

IATA Accreditation

Received full IATA accreditation, enabling direct airline contracts and expanding our service portfolio to include DGR handling.

2011

Expanded to 50 Countries

Grew our network to cover 50+ countries with dedicated agents in Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific.

2015

Cold Chain Certification

Launched our GDP-certified perishable cargo division, serving pharmaceutical and fresh produce exporters across Turkey.

2018

100+ Countries Milestone

Reached the milestone of active shipping routes to over 100 countries, with new offices in Ankara and Izmir.

2023

Digital Transformation

Launched real-time tracking platform and digital quote system, processing 20,000+ shipments annually across 150+ countries.

Our Leadership

The Team Behind the Cargo

Experienced logistics professionals dedicated to delivering excellence on every shipment.

AY

Ahmet Yılmaz

Founder & CEO

20+ years in international logistics. Former Turkish Airlines Cargo executive. Drives the company's global expansion strategy.

SK

Selin Kaya

Chief Operations Officer

15 years in air cargo operations. IATA DGR certified. Oversees daily operations across all Turkish airports and partner offices.

MO

Mehmet Öztürk

Head of Sales & Business Dev.

12 years building logistics partnerships across Europe and the Middle East. Manages key accounts and new market development.

EA

Elif Arslan

Customs & Compliance Manager

Licensed customs broker with 10 years of experience. Expert in Turkish and EU import/export regulations and trade compliance.

Accreditations

Certified & Compliant

Our certifications ensure your cargo is handled to the highest international standards.

IATA Accredited

Full IATA accreditation for air cargo handling, dangerous goods, and live animals transport.

IATA DGR Certified

Certified for all 9 classes of dangerous goods in compliance with ICAO Technical Instructions.

GDP Certified

Good Distribution Practice certification for pharmaceutical and temperature-sensitive cargo.

AEO Status

Authorized Economic Operator status — recognized by Turkish Customs for trusted trader benefits.

ISO 9001:2015

Quality management system certified — ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery.

Carbon Neutral Program

Committed to reducing our carbon footprint through offset programs and sustainable practices.

Airline Partners

We Work With the World's Best Airlines

Our partnerships with 500+ airlines ensure the best rates, schedules, and reliability for your cargo.

Turkish Airlines Cargo
Lufthansa Cargo
Emirates SkyCargo
Qatar Airways Cargo
British Airways World Cargo
Air France Cargo
FedEx Express
DHL Aviation

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