About
Backed by 54 years of history and diverse operations, we at İhlas Group have solidified our position as one of Türkiye’s key stakeholders. We have continued to deliver a steady performance through the strength we have derived from our home nation.
İhlas Holding’s values are consistently focused on building a sustainable future, with the aim of promoting happiness in all regions of operation. From journalism to real estate, and from healthcare to education, we are passionately dedicated to make a comfortable future through the pursuit of sustainable quality. Our aim is to achieve global recognition for all our brands, with a particular focus on Türkiye.
A half-century legacy of continued success
Backed by 54 years of history and diverse operations, we at İhlas Group have solidified our position as one of Türkiye’s key stakeholders. We have continued to deliver a steady performance through the strength we have derived from our home nation.
A strong family of 30 companies: İhlas Group
As one of Türkiye’s leading organizations, İhlas Holding, with its 30 companies and 2,887 employees, has made a significant impact across the nation. Founded in 1970 with the establishment of Türkiye Gazetesi, İhlas Holding has consistently grown over the decades. Our marketing journey, which began with the hand distribution of Türkiye Gazetesi in 1978, has been a testament to our enduring success. Building on this solid foundation, we continue to expand and strengthen our presence, carrying the stability of our deep-rooted past into the future.
In 1981, we established our own printing facilities, thereby increasing our production capacity and control. This move showcased our forward-looking, success-oriented approach, contributing to our long-term value. Over the years, İhlas Holding has grown steadily to operate across several industries. We have added various different products to our portfolio, and the Türkiye Gazetesi is still being published. Our widespread marketing network, which introduces our products to thousands of consumers, reflects both our close relationships with our customers and our goal of sustainable growth.
The secret to İhlas Holding’s success is rooted in our adherence to our core values as we advance into the future. We focus on long-term sustainability and the maintenance of our customary steady growth. İhlas Holding is moving forward with sure steps and toward a shared goal, supported by the strong familial bonds we have established with our employees. A model of innovation and entrepreneurship, Holding centers its efforts on meeting modern demands and utilizing technology to expand into new markets and craft innovative solutions. In doing so, we draw strength from the past to advance into the future. Behind İhlas Holding’s strong and steady growth over the past 30 years lies a sustainable business model, a strong family culture, and an emphasis on innovation. In 1990, İhlas Holding stepped into the construction industry with the İhlas Yuva Houses project. This progress was the start of our expansion into various industries, meeting with our approach to sustainable growth. Later that year, we entered the electronics and home appliances industries, establishing İhlas Ev Aletleri İmalat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. (İHEVA) in 1990. In 1991, we moved into the healthcare industry through the establishment of Türkiye Hastanesi. These investments aided our steady growth through the establishment of our presence in various industries.
A Steady Presence in the Media Industry
After breaking circulation records in the 1990s, we soon began distributing Türkiye Gazetesi in the UK, the US, and Germany. This further reinforced İhlas Holding’s leading position in the media industry and ensured our sustainable success.
In 1993, we established the İHA – İhlas Haber Ajansı A.Ş. TGRT FM radio, and TGRT TV channel. This allowed İhlas Holding to continue to provide a successful journalistic experience on several different media platforms.
A Sustainable and Growth-Oriented Approach
İhlas Holding’s actions in the 1990s show that we are not just a commercial organization; we are also a company that aims for sustainable growth and enduring success. We have made investments in various industries in line with this goal, demonstrating that İhlas Holding pursues long-term goals and lays solid foundations for the future. Thanks to this pioneering growth model, we continue to expand and advance consistently across the various industries in which we operate.
In 1993, İhlas Group merged its companies to form İhlas Holding in order to forge ahead on a more solid footing. We maintained our sustainable investment approach over the next few years; in 1995, we introduced Kuzuluk Spa Houses, laying the foundations for timeshare property construction. Around that time, we also moved into other industries, including internet service provision, finance, food, transportation, and insurance.
In an effort to combine social responsibility awareness with sustainable principles in the education industry, in 1996, İhlas Holding established İhlas College.
Sustainable Growth and Unbounded Service İhlas Holding maintained the momentum it gained in the 1990s into the 2000s. We expanded our range of activities and moved steadily toward specialization. At the same time, we prioritized making investments toward a sustainable future and ensured our continuous growth.
In 1997–1998, İhlas Holding continued to grow steadily, becoming involved in the opportunities that followed the liberalization of the energy industry. By obtaining licenses to introduce resources such as metallic minerals, coal, and industrial raw materials into the economy, we contributed to our country’s continuous development.
In the 2000s, several structures were established within İhlas Holding to form synergy among the group’s companies and to ensure that they could specialize in their respective service areas. Developing our subsidiary companies into specialists in their fields has been key to sustaining İhlas Holding’s success.
In 2003, İhlas Media Holding was established, starting its operations in journalism, news agency, television and radio broadcasting, magazine publishing, media planning, and digital publishing. In 2004, TGRT Haber TV A.Ş. was launched as a dedicated journalism channel. In 2006, TGRT TV was sold, leading to a strategic decision to concentrate on news broadcasting. This decision aligned with İhlas Holding’s strategy of specialization within the media industry.
In the 2000s, İhlas Holding continued to expand its range of activities, adopting a strategy of steady growth and specialization and thereby achieving continuity and stability. Eventually, the Group became one of the most prominent and respected companies in Türkiye.
Quality and Consistent Growth in the Construction Industry
İhlas Holding has continued its steady expansion in the construction industry, developing a comprehensive range of specializations. In 2004, at the same time as the Group was pursuing its endeavors in publishing, the 362,000 m2 Armutlu Tatil Köyü was being built in the Armutlu district, Yalova province. This project is a testament to İhlas Holding’s goals of continuous growth and development.
The Group is advancing its construction investments with the Kristalşehir and Bizim Evler projects. These initiatives are part of İhlas Holding’s strategy of steady growth and maintaining a presence across diverse industry segments. The development of residential and commercial properties in the Güzelce and Beylikdüzü regions is ongoing.
Using a revenue-sharing model, 452 apartment units, a cure center, and an administration building in Armutlu, Yalova were completed by the contractor and delivered to İhlas Holding. This project marks a significant achievement for İhlas Holding in the construction industry.
Continuing its investments at full pace, İhlas Holding launched Bizim Evler 8 in Avcılar Ispartakule and Marmara Evleri 4 in Beylikdüzü Yakuplu. The Bizim Evler 8 project was completed and opened to residents in the first quarter of 2021, while Marmara Evleri 4 was completed and opened in August 2021. These projects underscore İhlas Holding’s commitment to sustainable growth and exceptional customer service.
As part of the construction works, which were consolidated in 2019 under İhlas Gayrimenkul Proje Geliştirme ve Tic. A.Ş., 25,542 residences and 1,002 offices, including business centers, timeshare properties, television studios, education complexes, and housing estates, have been completed. In additon, 974 more residences and 85 more offices are currently under construction. Through its deep expertise in construction, steady expansion, and wide-ranging investments, İhlas Holding is continuously building future value.
Steady Progress in Marketing
Extending its continued success to the marketing industry, İhlas Holding started with electrical home appliances and later expanded its production activities to the food industry.
An Ongoing Sense of Social Responsibility: From Healthcare to Education
İhlas Holding has become a trailblazer in many fields by pursuing a social mission in its healthcare and education activities. As in other areas, its approach to social responsibility has been informed by a commitment to steady progress and the preservation of its core values.
Türkiye Hastanesi, a well-established healthcare institution in Türkiye, continues to offer not only medical treatments for health issues but also holistic solutions that support morale and overall well-being. The hospital’s approach, which conveys the warmth of family and the comfort of home, has demonstrated the ethical underpinnings of its healthcare services. The Holding has upheld its principles in this industry as well, drawing inspiration from its past while looking ahead to the future.
İhlas Educational Institutions, which provide teaching at all levels from kindergarten to high school, is based on an education system that promotes social values, considers the requirements of today’s information and technology age, and can be implemented in both the business environment and daily life.