Why “Invest in Turkey” now?
Türkiye is fast positioning itself as a key hub for advanced high-technology manufacturing and innovation. With a strategic location spanning Europe and Asia, a young and dynamic workforce, and evolving domestic support for high-tech investments, the message is clear: Invest in Turkey is an opportunity to join a national push toward technological leadership and global market penetration. The HIT-30 programme exemplifies this ambition.
When you choose to Invest in Türkiye, you gain access to a vibrant ecosystem backed by government incentives, targeted budget support, and a mandate to localise production in high-growth, high-value-added fields.
Overview of HIT-30
The HIT-30 Project (High Impact Technology Investments) is designed to channel large-scale investment into strategic technology sectors in Türkiye. Its key aim is to raise domestic technology production capacity, promote local contribution (domestic value-add), and attract global-scale R&D and manufacturing operations.
Active Calls Under HIT-30
The current active calls under HIT-30 include:
- HIT-Electric Vehicles
- HIT-Battery
- HIT-Chip
- HIT-R&D
- HIT-Wind
- HIT-Data Center
- HIT-AI
- HIT-Quantum
- HIT-Industrial Robot
Below is an overview of each.
1. HIT-Electric Vehicles
Focused on capturing the global shift toward electric mobility, this call invites large-scale investments in Türkiye’s EV ecosystem.
Key details:
- Türkiye is the 3rd largest automobile manufacturer in Europe and 12th in the world.
- Objective: reach an annual production capacity of 1 million electric vehicles.
- Support budget: US$ 5 billion.
- Eligible projects must establish R&D centres with high local contribution and production capacity of at least 150,000 EVs per year.
Investor benefit:
By choosing to Invest in Turkey, you enter an automotive market already geared for electrification, supported by robust state funding and a mature supply chain.
2. HIT-Battery
Energy storage is a pillar of Türkiye’s clean-energy transformation.
Key details:
- Goal: build 80 GWh production capacity focused on local contribution.
- Minimum cell-level capacity: 5 GWh per year.
- Support budget: US$ 4.5 billion.
Investor benefit:
Türkiye aims to become a regional battery hub, linking European and Asian markets. Businesses investing in Türkiye gain logistical advantage and incentive-driven access to emerging EV and energy sectors.
3. HIT-Chip
Semiconductors are the backbone of modern industry, and Türkiye seeks strategic autonomy through this call.
Key details:
- Target technology: 65 nm or more advanced node.
- Scope: full chip value chain, from ingot to packaging.
- Support budget: US$ 5 billion.
Investor benefit:
Investors can Invest in Türkiye to enter a new semiconductor manufacturing zone supported by strong policy, skilled talent, and low-cost infrastructure.
4. HIT-R&D
Beyond production, the HIT-R&D call strengthens Türkiye’s innovation ecosystem.
Key details:
- Existing R&D expenditure: ~US$ 12 billion; R&D personnel: ~273,000.
- Goal: establish 10 global-scale R&D centres.
- Eligible investors: top 1,000 companies in EU Industrial R&D Scoreboard with ≥ 250 R&D staff.
- Budget: US$ 1 billion.
Investor benefit:
Locating your research hub in Türkiye ensures cost efficiency and close integration with manufacturing, enhancing your global innovation footprint.
5. HIT-Wind
Türkiye ranks fifth in Europe for wind-energy equipment manufacturing.
Key details:
- Focus: integrated OEM investments, offshore turbines, critical components.
- Budget: US$ 1.7 billion.
Investor benefit:
Investors entering this clean-energy market benefit from local expertise, export potential, and growing green-energy demand.
6. HIT-Data Center
Digital infrastructure is a national priority.
Key details:
- Focus: build secure, large-scale data centres supporting AI, cloud, and HPC applications.
- Objective: meet domestic demand while serving as a regional hub.
Investor benefit:
Invest in Turkey to develop scalable data-centre assets serving Europe, the Middle East, and Africa from a single strategic location.
7. HIT-AI
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industry and governance. Türkiye’s AI call supports next-generation cloud infrastructures and applied AI solutions.
Key details:
- Emphasis: computing infrastructure, network optimisation for AI workloads, cloud-based services.
Investor benefit:
Early investors in Türkiye’s AI ecosystem gain first-mover advantage, access to local talent, and integration opportunities with data-centre and semiconductor investments.
8. HIT-Quantum
Quantum technologies form the next frontier.
Key details:
- Aim: develop scalable quantum computing infrastructure and software ecosystems.
- Goal: establish Türkiye as a regional quantum hub.
Investor benefit:
This field remains open and under-invested; entering now provides long-term strategic positioning in a fast-developing market.
9. HIT-Industrial Robot
Automation is central to industrial competitiveness.
Key details:
- Installed robots in Türkiye (2023): ~26,400, growing 15% annually.
- Targets: local production of servo motors, drives, reducers; capacity ≥ 5,000 robots per year.
Investor benefit:
Investors can leverage Türkiye’s strong manufacturing base and Industry 4.0 transformation policies to produce or deploy advanced automation solutions.
Strategic Takeaways for Investors
1. Scale and Commitment
Each call features billion-dollar budgets demonstrating strong government intent.
2. Local Value-Add
All calls require meaningful local contribution and R&D integration, encouraging collaboration with Turkish suppliers and universities.
3. Cross-Sector Synergies
EV ↔ Battery ↔ Chip ↔ Robotics ↔ AI form connected ecosystems that amplify returns.
4. Export Orientation
Türkiye’s geography bridges multiple markets, offering export access to Europe, MENA, and Asia.
5. Workforce and Infrastructure
A skilled young population, robust manufacturing clusters, and active tech parks make Türkiye a prime Invest in Türkiye destination.
6. Early-Mover Advantage
Applying early secures higher incentives, preferred sites, and stronger government support.
Steps to Participate
- Identify relevant calls matching your industry.
- Check eligibility criteria such as capacity thresholds and R&D commitments.
- Select optimal locations leveraging Türkiye’s logistics and workforce.
- Develop an R&D partnership plan with local universities or tech centres.
- Prepare investment applications with professional advisory support.
- Integrate localisation strategy to maximise domestic value-add.
- Plan export operations targeting nearby high-demand markets.
- Monitor compliance with production and employment obligations.
Key Considerations
- Conduct regulatory and environmental due diligence.
- Manage currency and macroeconomic risks through structured financing.
- Address potential skill gaps via training or partnerships.
- Plan for execution at realistic timelines given high capacity targets.
- Benchmark your project against regional competition.
Why Now is the Time to “Invest in Turkey”
- Massive funding under HIT-30 signals long-term stability for industrial investors.
- Calls align with global trends: electrification, digitalisation, automation, and green energy.
- Türkiye combines cost efficiency with access to large consumer and export markets.
- Early adopters shape emerging ecosystems and benefit from state incentives.
Summary of Active Calls
| Call Name | Support Budget | Key Target / Condition |
|---|---|---|
| HIT-Electric Vehicles | US$ 5 bn | ≥ 150 k EVs/year; 1 million EV goal |
| HIT-Battery | US$ 4.5 bn | ≥ 5 GWh capacity; target 80 GWh |
| HIT-Chip | US$ 5 bn | ≥ 65 nm node; full value chain |
| HIT-R&D | US$ 1 bn | 10 R&D centres; ≥ 250 researchers |
| HIT-Wind | US$ 1.7 bn | Offshore & turbine components |
| HIT-Data Center | N/A | Large-scale AI-ready data centres |
| HIT-AI | N/A | Cloud infra & AI workloads |
| HIT-Quantum | N/A | Quantum hardware & software ecosystem |
| HIT-Industrial Robot | N/A | ≥ 5 k robots/year; local components |