Key Competitive Attractions
South Marmara covers two provinces: Canakkale and Balikesir. Canakkale’s largest sectors are in agriculture (24.7%) and productive industry (23.5%). Food production is based around livestock farming, fisheries for tuna and fruit. Balikesir has some of the largest industrial facilities in Turkey, including Ari-Turyag, Set Cimento, BEST, Mar-Tük, İsbir, Kula, Tellioglu, Bupilic and Yaris Kabin.
Other major products in the region are olive-based goods, melon, grapes, wheat, sunflowers and sugar beets.
Tourism is a major draw to the region, with the picturesque countryside contrasting with the urban cityscapes of the provincial capitals.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
The South Marmara Development Agency provides direct assistance and support with funding applications in the region. Further information on this subject is available under the funding & support tab.
