About KSD
The Composite Manufacturers Association (KSD) is a non-profit sectoral civil society organization established in 2005. The association operates with the mission of promoting the use of composite materials, supporting industry development, and increasing awareness in this field.
KSD brings together over 100 member companies, including composite manufacturers, raw material and equipment suppliers, and composite material users. By fostering strong communication and collaboration among its members, the association contributes to the growth of the composite industry in Türkiye.
Through the fairs, conferences, seminars, and technical events it organizes throughout the year, KSD brings the industry together. Additionally, it supports knowledge sharing and sectoral awareness by publishing Composites Turkey, one of Türkiye’s leading industry magazines.
For more information, visit: https://kompozit.org.tr/en
Mission
To become a global BRAND as the design and production hub of the Turkish Composite Industry within the circular economy through new ways of doing business.
To create synergy and foster collaboration opportunities through the unity of producers, users, scientific institutions, and public bodies related to the composite sector.
To increase awareness and usage of composites both in Türkiye and in the presence of international sectoral authorities and public platforms.
To expand and develop the composite industry in Türkiye by reaching a broad base of members.
Vision
To become the world’s design and production hub for high-value composite materials (including raw materials, semi-finished, and end products).
Vision proposals developed by other groups include:
To lead technological advancements in order to produce high value-added products
To take part in the global composite market with a portfolio of value-added products
To create world-renowned brands in the field of composites
To be the sector, company, or product that defines a global brand in composites