23.04.2026 10:14
Production has ended after 73 years at the Adapazarı Sugar Factory, one of Sakarya's long-established production facilities. Following a quota sale by Yıldız Holding, owned by Murat Ülker, the factory entered a closure process, leaving approximately 500 workers facing the risk of unemployment, while the union strongly reacted to the decision.
Production has been halted at the Adapazarı Sugar Factory, which holds a significant place in Sakarya's industrial history. The 73-year production process has ended at this factory, which operates under Yıldız Holding and is one of Turkey's long-established facilities.
CLOSURE PROCESS BEGAN AFTER QUOTA SALE
According to information obtained, it was stated that the factory entered the closure process after Bor Şeker purchased the sugar quota from Yıldız Holding. It is expressed that with the completion of the Competition Authority approval, the facility will effectively become idle.
500 WORKERS FACE UNEMPLOYMENT RISK
It is stated that the biggest impact of the decision will be felt on the employment side. While it is expressed that approximately 500 workers employed at the factory may become unemployed, it is also evaluated that a serious contraction may occur in the regional economy. It is expected that the agriculture, transportation, and auxiliary industry chain that has formed around the factory for many years will also be negatively affected by this process.
CRITICAL LOSS FOR BEET PRODUCERS
The factory, which processed approximately 600 thousand tons of beets annually at full capacity, was an important center for producers in Sakarya and its surroundings. In the new process, it has been learned that beets produced in the region will be processed at Bor Şeker facilities located in Niğde.
HARSH WARNING FROM THE UNION: NOT ONLY ITS CHIMNEY WILL BE EXTINGUISHED
Following the development, a notable statement came from the Adapazarı Branch of the Sugar-İş Union. In the statement, which drew attention to the fact that the factory's closure would have not only economic but also social consequences, the expressions "If this factory closes, not only its chimney will be extinguished; hopes will be extinguished, labor will be buried in silence" were used.
"THE ISSUE IS NOT A FACTORY, IT IS THE FATE OF A CITY"
The union, calling on authorities, emphasized that production must continue, employment must be protected, and farmers must be supported. In the statement, it was said, "The issue is not just a factory. The issue is the future of labor, the continuity of production, and the fate of a city."
"WE ARE READY TO PRODUCE"
The union concluded its statement with the words: "We are here. We are ready to produce. We are determined to work. We want to continue adding value to this country."