Turkish industry hits troubled waters as 2025 downturn signals tough 2026

> Subscriber-only, By Bahar Öztürk2025-12-16T15:44:00

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After years of strong export performance, Turkey’s yacht sector is grappling with a sharp decline in sales, rising costs, shrinking incentives, and mounting regional competition. While some builders remain cautiously optimistic, industry leaders warn that 2026 will demand robust public support and strategic resilience

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