Sustainable Transformation and Strategic Vision in the Digital Age

İhlas Journalism places sustainable success at the center of its strategy as global market dynamics increasingly influence local economies. The company continues its determined, efficiency-focused digital transformation to keep pace with this rapidly changing environment. Accordingly, as of 2012, the company has utilized advanced resource planning systems, such as ERP/SAP, to manage its business processes in a more integrated and coordinated manner, thereby achieving high operational performance.

turkiyegazetesi.com.tr, the digital platform of Türkiye Newspaper, reinforced its leadership in 2024 and maintained its position as a benchmark in digital journalism. To deliver real-time content and updates to its readers, digital marketing strategies have been closely aligned with social media integration, resulting in a significant expansion of the platform’s reach.

Strong communication strategies on social media channels such as Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), and Instagram have consistently increased Türkiye Newspaper’s digital engagement and follower base. News content, opinion pieces, visual materials, and breaking news have maximized user interaction and strengthened the newspaper’s presence across digital platforms.

İhlas Journalism views digital transformation not merely as a technological adaptation, but as a core strategic pillar of its corporate vision. The company continues to uphold sustainable leadership in digital publishing, helping shape the future of the media sector.

turkiyenewspaper.com:
A Trusted Source for Reliability and Quality in Digital Publishing

turkiyegazetesi.com.tr, the digital face of Türkiye Newspaper, has been a pioneer in digital media since 1996. By upholding the principles of accurate, objective, and trustworthy journalism, the platform has consistently delivered developments from Türkiye and around the world to its readers quickly and efficiently.

By 2024, the platform had reached nearly 300,000 daily users and recorded over 1 million page views, reaffirming its influence and reach in digital journalism.

The digital platform is designed with a strong focus on user experience. It not only makes accessing news easier but also boosts user satisfaction through innovative solutions, such as ad-free digital subscriptions.

Türkiye Newspaper (turkiyegazetesi.com.tr) has strengthened its position in line with its digital publishing transformation strategy by adopting a plain, user-focused design across its mobile app and web interface. Readers now enjoy a fast, clear, and efficient digital experience. The platform prioritizes value-driven content production, distinguishing itself from “clickbait journalism.”

Visitor traffic growth remains a priority for 2025 and is supported by dedicated social media strategies and digital campaigns. The addition of user-friendly features, high-engagement content, and push notifications has further increased interaction on the platform.

Türkiye Newspaper continues to pursue its vision of being more than just a news source by expanding into a comprehensive digital media platform that delivers ideas, in-depth analysis, and reliable information. Alongside up-to-the-minute developments from Türkiye and around the world, it provides detailed coverage across economic, political, social, and cultural topics, as well as high-quality content on strategic areas such as the defense sector and foreign policy.

Exclusive interviews with prominent guests, special reports, and high editorial standards distinguish the platform and deliver a content experience centered on insight and value. Informative, documentary-style video content further enriches its offerings and ensures ongoing relevance.

As of 2024, Türkiye Newspaper’s YouTube channel has reached 924,000 subscribers and is steadily moving toward its 1 million milestone. Its strong Instagram community of 400,000 followers has turned social media engagement into a strategic communication asset.

turkiyetoday.com:
Reliable Digital Journalism with Global Reach

Türkiye Today began publishing in June 2024, combining its commitment to reliable and up-to-date journalism with a forward-looking digital vision. This English-language platform aims to deliver real-time, accurate, and objective coverage of developments not only in Türkiye but also from around the world to a global audience.

Türkiye Today (turkiyetoday.com) goes beyond the headlines by offering readers a rich information ecosystem that includes in-depth analyses, expert opinions, and multi-dimensional content.

It stands out for its user-first design. Its digital infrastructure is built to prioritize accessibility and speed, making it easy for users worldwide to reach accurate information in the shortest time possible. A streamlined web interface and mobile app design make accessing news straightforward, while its content-focused approach offers an alternative to “click-driven” journalism.

With its in-depth analyses, original reporting, and high editorial standards, Türkiye Today has turned rising interest, particularly in the European and North American markets, into a strategic advantage. Aiming to further increase its visitor numbers by 2025, the platform continues to expand its engagement and brand visibility through effective communication strategies carried out on its social media channels.

Türkiye Today sustained steady digital growth between June and December 2024, achieving impressive momentum on social media and expanding its global reach. During this period, Türkiye Today grew its following to over 9,400 on X (formerly known as Twitter) and more than 38,000 on Instagram, further strengthening its presence in the digital media ecosystem.

With its strategic approach to producing content and commitment to reliable journalism, Türkiye Today offers uninterrupted news coverage to an international audience that expects instant and accessible information, thereby reinforcing its position in global digital journalism.

Strong Shareholding Structure

İhlas Journalism Co. has been listed on Borsa Istanbul under the ticker IHGZT since June 14, 2010. As of 2024, İhlas Media Holding Co. holds a 30.91 percent stake in İhlas Journalism Co., while İhlas Holding Co. owns 6.92 percent of its shares. Additionally, İhlas Journalism Co. holds a 16.40 percent stake in İhlas News Agency Co.

This robust shareholding structure supports İhlas Journalism Co.’s strategic vision and sustainable growth objectives, while also serving as a key factor that strengthens the company’s financial stability.

A Symbol of Consistency in Journalism

Türkiye Newspaper has been a symbol of enduring consistency in the press sector since it first appeared on the newsstands on April 22, 1970. As the only newspaper to maintain the same ownership and editorial policy since its inception, Türkiye Newspaper continues to represent reliable and objective journalism. Throughout its publishing history, it has remained steadfastly committed to ethical journalism principles, consistently prioritizing fundamental rights and freedoms.

Türkiye Newspaper has continuously renewed itself in line with sectoral changes since its inception in 1970, embracing a commitment to reliable and objective journalism. The “New Journalism” period, launched in 2013, marked a major milestone by expanding content variety, introducing a more reader-friendly layout, and reshaping journalistic practices through technological innovation.

During this period, the newspaper’s design was modernized, and strategic updates to the editorial team further strengthened content quality and reader engagement. Türkiye Newspaper has consistently prioritized delivering trustworthy, timely, and accurate news, upholding its commitment to quality journalism for its readers.

First Newspaper to Introduce Doorstep Delivery in Türkiye

Türkiye Newspaper has strengthened its leadership in the sector by delivering more than 90 percent of its daily circulation directly to readers through its doorstep delivery model. This approach, widely used in developed markets such as the United States and Japan, enables direct, consistent, and personal communication with readers.

Beyond improving distribution logistics, this method has played a key role in enhancing sales consistency and supporting long-term success. For Türkiye Newspaper, doorstep delivery is not merely a distribution channel; it has become a powerful platform that provides readers with a high-quality, uninterrupted news experience. Backed by decades of proven success, this model has played a vital role in building Türkiye Newspaper into a growing and resilient media brand.

In an era of shrinking traditional print circulation, rapid digital transformation, and instant news flow, Türkiye Newspaper continues to deliver a distinct reader experience with exclusive reporting and in-depth analysis. As online news outlets proliferate, the newspaper has modernized its approach to journalism, upholding its leadership by emphasizing fast and reliable reporting across digital platforms. Its unwavering commitment to press ethics — always prioritizing accuracy and trustworthiness — continues to reinforce its reputation as a credible and dependable source of news.

With a rich legacy and a strong editorial team, Türkiye Newspaper remains committed to delivering high-quality content to its readers. The newspaper’s roster of columnists includes respected names who are widely followed and recognized for their expertise in their fields. Notable contributors, including İsmail Kapan, Yücel Koç, Rahim Er, Sevil Nuriyeva, Cem Küçük, Emre Alkin, PhD, Ömer Ekinci, Fatih Selek, and İsa Karakaş offer valuable perspectives on economics, politics, and social issues. Renowned historians, such as Ahmet Şimşirgil and Ekrem Buğra Ekinci, and literary voices, including Meryem Aybike Sinan and Halime Gürbüz, contribute depth and cultural richness to the publication. Writers such as Feridun Ağabey and Salih Uyan offer thoughtful insights on education and society. The newspaper’s diverse content is further strengthened by prominent sports columnists, including Öcal Uluç, Kemal Belgin, Sadık Söztutan, Ercan Yıldız, Hasan Sarıçiçek, Ömer Faruk Ünal, and Tahir Kum, as well as by respected economist Necmettin Batırel. Each contributor enhances Türkiye Newspaper with their subject-matter expertise and in-depth analysis, making it a trusted and valuable source of information for every reader.

Experienced special reporters such as Yılmaz Bilgen, İrfan Özfatura, Osman Sağırlı, and Kaan Zenginli help shape the news agenda with exclusive stories and in-depth analysis. Automobile pages prepared by Ali Çelik provide valuable insights for car enthusiasts, while the weekly sections on women, family, and shopping connect readers with a broad range of lifestyle content.

The technology page keeps readers up to date with the latest developments in the tech world, the Media Market section offers media commentary and critique, and dedicated real estate pages deliver valuable market information — all demonstrating Türkiye Newspaper’s extensive editorial variety. The weekend puzzle supplement complements the paper’s diverse offerings with fun and engaging content that stimulates and entertains readers.

Türkiye Newspaper, in partnership with the internationally respected İhlas News Agency (İHA), continues to strengthen its privileged position in the sector by delivering exclusive news coverage. In today’s media landscape — shaped by real-time broadcasting and digital platforms — Türkiye Newspaper stands out with its dedicated special news service, providing readers with timely updates and in-depth analysis of current events.

Known for its strong editorial team and experienced reporters, Türkiye Newspaper was recognized in 2024 with multiple awards from professional associations and sector representatives. These accolades highlight the paper’s unwavering commitment to quality and its trusted editorial principles.

Since 1981, Türkiye Newspaper has fulfilled its social responsibility by distributing the monthly Türkiye Çocuk (Türkiye Kids) Magazine free of charge, supporting the development of younger generations. From its founding to the present day, İhlas Journalism has remained a trusted source of news and a steady moral anchor for the public, upholding an honest, prudent, and reliable approach to publishing, even in challenging times.

A Model of Success in Digital and Print Publishing in Türkiye

Türkiye Newspaper continues to grow its readership steadily through online advertising and promotional campaigns. Joint projects with Digital Assets Visual Media and Internet Services Ltd., a subsidiary of İhlas Media Holding Co., play a key role in increasing the newspaper’s internet advertising revenue.

Innovative subscriber acquisition strategies and targeted digital campaigns enhance engagement, resulting in a direct positive impact on circulation. By extending its uninterrupted services to digital platforms, Türkiye Newspaper continues to gain strong momentum in both advertising and subscription revenue. This success reflects the newspaper’s determined steps in its digital transformation journey and its commitment to maintaining leadership in the sector.

İhlas Journalism Co., which operates one of Türkiye’s two most extensive printing networks and is among the few media organizations in the country with its own printing infrastructure, maintains a strong position in the print publishing sector. Its Istanbul printing facility, with a capacity of 55,000 newspapers per hour, stands out for its efficiency and scale. Additional printing plants located in Ankara, İzmir, Adana, Trabzon, and Antalya further strengthen İhlas Journalism Co.’s nationwide operations, which are supported by a robust team of more than 500 employees.

İhlas Journalism Co. produces regional pages featuring local news, ensuring that readers across Türkiye have access to accurate and up-to-date information tailored to their communities. As a key player in Türkiye’s printing sector, İhlas Journalism Co. offers comprehensive pre-press, press, and post-press services for national and local newspapers, magazines, promotional materials, books, and many other printed products. The company’s extensive operations also extend beyond Türkiye’s borders, providing printing services to numerous countries worldwide.

Fast Printing and 24-Hour Sheet-Fed Offset Service

İhlas Journalism Co. Printing Facilities, which houses Türkiye’s largest web offset machine park, ranks among the sector leaders in sheet-fed offset printing. Both single-color and multicolor print jobs are completed to high-quality standards, meeting a wide range of printing needs. By implementing advanced digital ink control systems and international color management standards, İhlas Journalism Co. ensures the highest print quality throughout every stage of production.

The facilities maximize quality through state-of-the-art sheet-fed offset presses, various lamination options, and sophisticated color monitoring systems. Innovative features — such as scented pages, special inks, and silicone applications — further distinguish İhlas Journalism Co., providing a competitive edge in the market.

Fast and Cost-Effective Digital Printing Solutions

İhlas Journalism Co. provides boutique digital printing solutions for urgent or low-volume jobs. Its digital printing machines produce high-quality outputs for catalogs, brochures, promotional kits, magazines, books, and invitations — all within tight deadlines and at competitive costs. This ensures that low-run printing needs are met quickly and economically.

Heatset Printing

İhlas Journalism Co. uses web offset technology under its heatset printing operations to print on SC, LWC, and MWC coated papers. SC paper, in particular, represents a major investment that delivers bright, high-quality color images, making it ideal for newspapers and similar publications. Printing on lightweight papers allows for high-speed production while maintaining excellent print quality and cost efficiency. This method helps control costs effectively and provides significant time savings, resulting in a highly efficient printing process.

Post-Press Services

İhlas Journalism Co. offers an extensive range of binding and packaging services for printed products in various shapes and sizes. Post-press options include perfect binding, thread-sewn binding with cardboard covers, thread-sewn flexicover binding, staple (wire-omega) binding, and spiral binding. The packaging department offers a range of solutions, supported by insert lines, bagging machines, functional banding equipment, shrink-wrapping machines, pallet wrapping systems, and multiple boxing options.

The advanced KBA-Metronic jet printer enables the printing of barcodes, logos, and matrix codes, as well as addressing on different surfaces. This feature provides a significant advantage by making product tracking and customization easy and efficient.

Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability

İhlas Journalism Co. takes all necessary measures to protect the health and safety of its employees in accordance with the OHSAS 18001 standard. Its commitment to quality is documented with the ISO 9001:2008 Total Quality Management System Certificate, and rigorous inspections are carried out at every stage of production to ensure continuous improvement. Additionally, the TSE HYB Service Competence Certificate ensures that services consistently meet high standards, thereby further strengthening customer satisfaction.

İhlas Journalism Co. adopts a sustainable approach by closely monitoring the environmental impact of its operations. To monitor the environmental impact of its printing operations, the company has established an environmental management system certified under the ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard, demonstrating its dedication to sustainability. The company also holds the FSC Certificate (Forest Stewardship Council Chain of Custody Certification), which verifies that its products are sourced from responsibly managed forests and controlled sources. Any product bearing the FSC label assures customers that it comes from a source that supports sustainable forest management and has been independently certified. This approach reinforces İhlas Journalism Co.’s leadership in the sector through environmentally responsible production practices.

Digital Transformation and Technological Investments

Volatility in the global economy and the strengthening of the US dollar have significantly increased the cost of imported inputs in the press sector. These cost pressures have, in turn, accelerated the digital transformation of traditional media. Today, the digital world — connecting billions of users without time or location barriers — has grown into a dynamic media platform that enables real-time tracking of everything from personal stories to global developments.

In response to this shift, İhlas Journalism Co. has taken important steps in the digital media space and made substantial investments in technology. The redesign of Türkiye Newspaper’s website and the strategic collaboration with Digital Assets demonstrate the company’s commitment to this transformation and its strategy to expand its influence in the digital media landscape. Through this approach, İhlas Journalism Co. ensures strong integration between print and digital media, keeping pace with rapid developments in digital transformation.

İhlas Journalism in the Turkish Press

• Türkiye Newspaper, proud to carry the name of its country in its masthead, considers it a core duty to protect
the democracy to which it is deeply committed, as reflected in its deliberately chosen founding date of April 22.
• Türkiye Newspaper upholds a journalism approach that defends the independence, indivisible unity, and national interests of the Republic of Türkiye.
• Türkiye Newspaper places great value on its readers’ trust and works diligently to maintain the widespread belief that “If Türkiye Newspaper prints it, you can trust it.”
• Türkiye Newspaper provides content that families can trust and read with peace of mind.
• Türkiye Newspaper aims to contribute to the development of diverse ideas and a culture of tolerance.
• Türkiye Newspaper follows an objective line, remaining faithful to press ethics, universal standards, and contemporary values in its journalism.
• Türkiye Newspaper believes that positive news is also news and maintains an editorial stance that favors a “glass-half-full” outlook to support economic stability.
• Türkiye Newspaper uses a clear, reader-friendly editorial style that appeals to all ages and social groups, ensuring peace of mind for every reader.
• Türkiye Newspaper keeps its journalism free from any vested interests.
• Türkiye Newspaper never discriminates in its coverage based on race, gender, faith, language, social status, or physical differences.
• Türkiye Newspaper does not label anyone as “guilty” unless a court ruling has proved guilt, and it refrains from using derogatory nicknames or insulting language.
• Türkiye Newspaper does not intrude into private lives and does not publish information provided in confidence. Türkiye Newspaper respects the right of all individuals and legal entities to reply.