Türkiye's Inclusion in 'Made in EU' to Boost Auto and Steel Sectors
Türkiye’s inclusion in ‘Made in EU’ to boost auto and steel sectors
🇪🇺 strategic inclusion Türkiye is set to strengthen its role in European supply chains thanks to the EU’s new Made in EU requirement, which prioritizes European producers in public procurement and is part of the EU’s Industrial Accelerator Act. Türkiye is expected to participate under the Customs Union framework, securing its trade relations and avoiding potential new customs duties.
🚗 Automotive sector
“Türkiye’s inclusion will ensure uninterrupted exports to the EU, elevate the country from a production center to a full ecosystem partner, and allow domestic suppliers to benefit from EU green transformation funds and R&D incentives.”
✅ ecosystem upgrade This shift means Turkish automotive suppliers can integrate deeper into European research networks and access funding dedicated to green transition — a leap from being a low‑cost production base to a strategic innovation partner.
⚙️ Steel sector
“Turkish steel already meets EU standards, and the classification could help fill market gaps while positioning Türkiye as a reliable and competitive European supplier. Green transformation is expected to further accelerate decarbonization efforts, aligning the sector with EU climate policies.”
EN 10025 · ISO 9001 Turkish mills already produce according to EU harmonized standards. The Made in EU label would grant them preferential treatment in public tenders, potentially replacing volumes from suppliers outside the bloc.
Strategic opportunities at a glance
- 🔹 customs union shield: avoids new duties, keeps trade flowing.
- 🔹 auto sector: R&D incentives, green funds, ecosystem integration.
- 🔹 steel sector: fills EU market gaps, accelerates decarbonization.
- 🔹 proximity advantage: lower logistics, just‑in‑time delivery to Europe.
📌 overall assessment Overall, the Made in EU initiative is seen as a strategic opportunity for Türkiye to reinforce its industrial position in Europe and open new opportunities for its key sectors.
ℹ️ industrial accelerator act The act includes ‘European content’ clauses for public procurement in transport, energy, and defence. Türkiye is explicitly referenced under the Customs Union decision 1/95, granting it equal treatment.
⚡ market dynamics If Asian or UK producers face exclusion, Türkiye’s inclusion gives it a competitive edge. However, the EU also monitors carbon leakage, so Turkish mills must continue decarbonisation to retain preference.
“We are ready to fill any gap. Our infrastructure and quality systems are already EU‑compatible — the Made in EU policy simply confirms that.”
🌱 green transformation Both sectors are expected to align with the EU Green Deal. Turkish automotive suppliers already work on electrification, while steelmakers invest in hydrogen‑ready facilities — now backed by EU-linked incentives.
carbon border adjustment The Made in EU status also offers a hedge against the CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism), as Turkish producers are integrated into EU climate reporting.
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Sources: Uludağ Automotive Industry Exporters’ Association, Turkish Steel Producers’ Association, EU Industrial Accelerator Act, Ministry of Trade.
🇹🇷🇪🇺 Made in EU · Türkiye automotive · steel sector · Customs Union · green transformation · CBAM
