Message From The Founder

Founded upon the visionary dreams of our late founder and honorary chairperson, my father Asım Kocabıyık, Borusan has evolved into one of Türkiye’s largest, most innovative and forward-looking industrial groups. As the second generation entrusted with his legacy, we proudly carry forward not only his entrepreneurial triumphs, but also his enduring commitment to humanity, the arts, and society. His guiding vision, principles and the distinct corporate culture he cultivated have been wholeheartedly embraced by both our family and the entire Borusan community. Reflecting upon our Group’s journey of more than 82 years, I see an organization that prioritizes people above all else, builds trust with every step, and relentlessly strives to lead across every sector in which it operates.

Thriving through the contributions of more than 10,000 colleagues across 11 countries, Borusan advances confidently today, driven by its manufacturing excellence and an unwavering sense of responsibility toward sustainability and the global community.

The core values defining Borusan reach far beyond our industrial strength. For us, the operation of a factory is inseparable from a young person’s access to a good education or a child’s first encounter with a classical music orchestra. Contributing to Türkiye’s advancement as a contemporary, progressive, and modern society is every bit as essential as our commercial operations.

Long before social impact became a standardized corporate pillar, my father embarked on this journey out of a deep personal desire to “repay his heartfelt debt to his homeland.” What began with education—and continues today through our shared commitment—has gradually become intertwined with culture and the arts, which are indispensable to a modern society. We firmly believe that a productive, liberated society that faces the future with confidence relies just as heavily on a vibrant cultural ecosystem as it does on accessible, high-quality education.

To maximize our social impact, we unified our philanthropic initiatives under a single umbrella. The education-focused Asım Kocabıyık Culture and Education Foundation established by Asım Bey; Borusan Sanat, founded to bring classical music to every segment of society; and Borusan Contemporary, home to groundbreaking exhibitions in the visual arts, now operate collectively as the Borusan Kocabıyık Foundation. This integrated framework will allow us to deliver holistic, sustainable value for generations to come.

Among these initiatives, Borusan Sanat has a deeply personal significance for me. Classical music— an art form that I discovered during my high-school years—is one that I hold in the highest esteem. Today, I view classical music not merely as a catalyst for individual enrichment, but as a defining benchmark of societal progress. It brings me immense pride to follow and champion Borusan Sanat’s endeavors to cultivate and popularize this art form across Türkiye.

Established in 1999 under the inspired leadership of Maestro Gürer Aykal, the Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra (BIPO) became the driving force behind Borusan Sanat. Celebrating more than 27 years of excellence, our orchestra has grown into Borusan’s flagship cultural brand, bringing world-class music to thousands of listeners through the tireless artistry of its musicians, conductors, and the entire Borusan Sanat team.