SunExpress Recognized for Outstanding Service Exports
SunExpress has once again been acknowledged as one of Turkey's leading companies in service exports. The airline was honored at the 31st Export Champions Awards Ceremony organized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM), placing among the top three contributors to service exports in 2023.

SunExpress has once again been acknowledged as one of Turkey's leading companies in service exports. The airline was honored at the 31st Export Champions Awards Ceremony organized by the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM), placing among the top three contributors to service exports in 2023. The awards ceremony, held in Istanbul, was attended by prominent figures including President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Minister of Trade Omer Bolat, and TIM President Mustafa Gultepe, who presented the award to SunExpress Deputy General Manager Tuncay Eminoglu.
In his remarks during the ceremony, Eminoglu expressed the company’s pride, stating, "SunExpress is pleased to be recognized once again as one of Turkey's leading companies in service exports this year." He highlighted that SunExpress achieved a significant milestone in 2023 by increasing their passenger numbers by 18% compared to the previous year, reaching a record 12.6 million passengers. Moreover, the company boosted its foreign currency earnings by 30%, amounting to $1.8 billion.
SunExpress, which operates scheduled flights to over 200 destinations across 35 countries, transported more than 12 million passengers in 2023 alone. The airline's ambitious goal for 2024 is to transport 15 million passengers, further contributing to Turkey's tourism targets. Eminoğlu reiterated the company’s commitment to supporting Turkey's tourism, economy, and employment sectors over the past 35 years.
In his detailed statement, Eminoglu said, "As SunExpress, we have been contributing to Turkey's tourism, economy, and employment for 35 years." He underscored the company's continued success in increasing their foreign currency earnings and passenger numbers, emphasizing the significant role SunExpress plays in service exports.
The recognition of SunExpress at the Export Champions Awards Ceremony underscores the airline's pivotal role in Turkey's economic landscape, particularly in the tourism sector. The award also highlights the airline’s efforts in boosting service exports, reflecting the broader impact of its operations on the national economy. The ceremony serves to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of companies excelling in service exports, promoting broader recognition of their contributions.
By continuing to enhance its service quality and operational reach, SunExpress aims to maintain its leading position in the industry and contribute further to Turkey's economic growth. The award from TIM serves as a testament to the airline’s ongoing efforts and successes in the highly competitive field of service exports.