Scan Global opens first office in Istanbul, Türkiye
First market entry for Scan Global in 2025; offices in Bursa, Izmir and Mersin will be added later in the year.;
Scan Global Logistics (SGL) announced its first market entry in 2025 with the opening of its Istanbul office in Türkiye.
"Türkiye has been part of our expansion plans, and I am happy to say we have found a strong team to drive our growth journey," says Allan Melgaard, Global CEO, SGL. "This expansion reflects our commitment to provide unparalleled logistics solutions for our customers and allows us to tap into a vital trade hub with a strong historical legacy."
Renowned as a vital part of the ancient Silk Road, Türkiye facilitated movements of goods, ideas and innovations between the East and the West, laying the groundwork for today’s interconnected global economy. The nation’s rich history, marked by flourishing trade in ancient cities such as Istanbul, Bursa and Izmir, solidifies Türkiye’s legacy as a global trade hub, says an official release.
"Today, Türkiye continues to be instrumental in the global supply chain supporting a myriad of industries with its central location serving as a key gateway between Europe, Asia and the Middle East combined with robust transport networks and advanced infrastructure. By establishing a foothold in Türkiye, SGL aims to take full advantage of the strategic benefits, ensuring continued seamless experiences and better solutions for our global and local customers."
Oğuzhan Aydın, who will lead SGL’s growth in Türkiye, adds: "I am looking forward to the beginning of this chapter with a strong and skilled team that is eager to support SGL’s current and future customers with more flexible routing options, alternative transport corridors, and faster response times to global transport challenges."
SGL’s new Istanbul office will offer a comprehensive range of logistics solutions including air, ocean, and road freight services. It will be supported by in-house customs clearance and a small cross-docking facility to enhance cargo handling efficiency. Offices in Bursa, Izmir and Mersin will be added later in the year, the release added.