Istanbul Chamber of Industry Members Visit Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University

Strengthening the Industry-University Bond in Niğde On June 29 and 30, 2026, a high-level delegation from the Istanbul Chamber of Industry (İSO) visited Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University (NÖHÜ). This visit, held in the city of Niğde, aimed to build stronger bridges between Istanbul's leading manufacturing sector and the university's scientific and research potential [1]. During the visit, both parties emphasized the need to transfer technical knowledge from academic environments to industrial production lines.

Joint Meeting with University Leadership During this visit, members of the Istanbul Chamber of Industry met with the Rector of Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University and the institution's prominent academic staff. The main focus of the discussions was utilizing the university's laboratory capacities to solve industrial challenges and creating internship and employment opportunities for talented students [2]. The Rector, pointing to previous successful projects, announced the center's readiness to host R&D units of Istanbul's major industries.

Visit to the Technology Park and Research Centers The delegation from Istanbul visited various sections of the "Technopark" and the university's energy research centers. This visit demonstrates the interest of major industries in investing in developing regions like Niğde, which has high potential in the field of renewable energy and processing industries [3]. Experts believe this cooperation could lead to reduced production costs and increased innovation in Turkey's export products.

Future Outlook of Cooperation At the end of the visit, preliminary agreements were made to draft a joint roadmap. It is expected that in the coming months, cooperation memorandums will be signed in the fields of localizing industrial parts and developing green technologies [1]. This movement will not only contribute to the economic growth of Niğde but also elevate the position of Ömer Halisdemir University as a national scientific-industrial hub.