Şişecam Named the Best in Turkey at the World Finance “Corporate Governance 2026" Awards
Şişecam, a global player in the glass and chemicals industries, has achieved a significant success with its strong and holistic approach to corporate governance. The company was honored with the "Best in Turkey" award at the “Corporate Governance" 2026 Awards, organized by the UK-based World Finance magazine. These awards recognize organizations that develop robust governance models, contribute to a better society, and successfully integrate responsible decision-making into all their operations.
Şişecam regards corporate governance as one of the cornerstones of sustainable growth and long-term value creation. Operating with a disciplined and responsible approach aligned with international standards, Şişecam has made corporate governance principles an integral part of its daily operations. The company's integrated business model also supports this approach, enabling the development of sustainable and value-added solutions by fostering the flow of information and innovation between its glass and chemicals business lines.
Commenting on the award, Şişecam CEO Can Yücel stated: "At Şişecam, corporate governance is not just a set of principles but a way of doing business that forms the foundation of all our activities. We see transparency and accountability as the most important elements in strengthening the trust we build with our stakeholders. We believe that creating lasting value for all our stakeholders from our customers and employees to our business partners and shareholders. This is only possible through a fair and responsible management approach that balances their rights and interests. With our governance model, which is aligned with global standards, and empowered by digitalization, we remain committed to maintaining our strong and reliable position on a global scale."
With its strong governance structure and business approach committed to ethical values, Şişecam continues to realize its profitability and operational efficiency targets aligned with its vision of creating sustainable value for all its stakeholders.
About Şişecam
Şişecam is a story of progress...
Founded in 1935 by İş Bankası with the vision, Şişecam was established to build Türkiye's glass industry. Over the decades, Şişecam has grown from a local initiative into a global player in glass and chemicals.
As the only global company operating in all core areas of glass production, Şişecam is one of the world's top five producers in its sectors.
Şişecam operates across four continents and 13 countries, including Türkiye, Italy, Bulgaria, Romania, Slovakia, Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Russia, Georgia, Ukraine, Egypt, India, and the United States. Şişecam plays a pioneering role in flat glass, glassware, glass packaging, chemicals, auto glass, glass fiber, mining, energy, and recycling industries. By placing innovation and technology at the core of its operations, Şişecam delivers its products to customers in over 150 countries through its robust supply chain.
Şişecam makes a meaningful difference in its industries with 90 years of expertise, a skilled workforce, and the use of smart technologies. Supported by more than 22,000 employees, Şişecam is steadily advancing toward its goal of becoming one of the top three global producers in its core industries.
With its CareForNext strategy, Şişecam works to ensure the sustainability of the glass and chemicals industries from the perspectives of protecting the planet, empowering communities, and transforming lives in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Şişecam is pursuing a better future through technology and innovation and continues its story of progress together with its entire ecosystem.
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