- Business
- Altinkilic Gida ve Sut Sanayi Ticaret A.S. (ALKLC.IS) manufactures and sells dairy products in Turkey, focusing on milk, cheese, yogurt, kefir, feta cheese, old cheddar, and other traditional and probiotic dairy goods. The company operates within the consumer staples sector, specifically packaged foods, serving domestic markets through a strong distribution network and large storage facilities while emphasizing research and development in partnership with Turkish universities. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Istanbul at Kocatepe Mahallesi, Mega Center A Blok, Gumruk Iskelesi Cad. No:77, Bayrampasa, it employs approximately 348 to 389 people and trades on the Borsa Istanbul. In a significant recent development, the company went public with an initial public offering on May 29-30, 2024, at a price of 22.98 Turkish lira per share, marking its listing on the stock exchange and enhancing access to capital markets. Additionally, Altinkilic expanded internationally by entering the Japanese market through an export agreement with Nippon Toruko Bazaar Limited Company for white cheese varieties and fresh kashar, aimed at boosting sales volume and turnover. The company continues to prioritize product quality and innovation, supporting local farmers and livestock while growing its presence in the competitive dairy industry.