OEM furniture manufacturers in Turkey: Those producing for Gulf brands

What is OEM? (Briefly) OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) is manufacturing using another brand's design, label, and packaging. In other words, you own the brand, provide the design, and the Turkish manufacturer produces the product under your name (or brand), which is then exported to the Gulf region. This production is generally done for hotel, villa, residential, and commercial projects. Furniture Manufacturers in Turkey Who Provide OEM Production to the Gulf Region Turkey exports furniture extensively to the Gulf countries, particularly in the Istanbul, Bursa, Kocaeli, Izmir, and Antalya regions. Most of these manufacturers have Arabic-speaking staff, export-friendly packaging, ISO certifications, a sample room, and a project department. However, many of these companies may not have websites or engage in digital marketing. Therefore, it is more effective to reach them through the field. How to Find an OEM Manufacturer? (Those Exporting to the Gulf Region) 1. Visit the Istanbul Tuzla and Pendik Industrial Zones: Tuzla is one of Turkey's largest furniture export centers. Go door-to-door and ask, "Do you manufacture for the Gulf countries (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar)? Do you take OEM projects?" If you see English and Arabic signs, export pallets, and containers at factory entrances, it means the company exports to the Gulf. 2. Bursa Nilüfer and Gemlik OSB Bursa conducts extensive OEM production for the Gulf, especially for hotel and villa projects. Ask manufacturers, "Do you manufacture for brands in Saudi Arabia or Dubai? Is there custom-designed production?" Places that feature luxury villas, hotel rooms, and seating areas with fireplaces in sample rooms generally serve the Gulf market. 3. Kocaeli Gebze and İzmit Gebze: Because they are close to Istanbul, many exporters manufacture here. Ask logistics companies, "Which manufacturers ship furniture to the Gulf?" Obtain and visit the addresses of these manufacturers. 4. Boutique hotel furniture, dining sets, and garden furniture are exported to the Gulf from Izmir-Menemen OIZ and Gaziemir-Izmir. Ask manufacturers: "Do you have customers in Dubai or Riyadh? Do you take on contract manufacturing?"     5. Attend Export Fairs (The Most Effective Way) The fairs held annually in Turkey are the best opportunity to meet manufacturers that export to the Gulf. IFAT Furniture Fair (Istanbul) – Every year at the Koçtaş fairground. Turkey Home Textile & Furniture Expo – Export-oriented. Southeast Europe Fair (Bursa) At these fairs: You can see Arabic brochures and references from Gulf customers at the stands. Speak directly with the manufacturer: "Which Gulf countries do you manufacture for? Do you take on OEM?"     6. Ask Shipping and Customs Brokers: There are shipping companies in Istanbul, Bursa, and Izmir that transport furniture to the Gulf. Ask them, "Which manufacturers ship to Saudi Arabia or the UAE?" You can ask customs brokers, "Who exports furniture?" (Be careful about commercial confidentiality!).     7. Talk to Other Exporting Manufacturers: If you know a furniture manufacturer who exports to the Gulf, ask, "Do you know anyone else who does OEM production? Who is in the same supply chain?" Such networks are the fastest and most reliable source of reference.     8. Ministry of Trade and ITO Supports: Contact the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (ITO) or TIM (Turkish Exporters' Assembly): "Is there a list of OEM manufacturers exporting furniture to the Gulf?" Some programs (for example: Exporter Training Programs) allow you to connect directly with these manufacturers. How to Tell If They Produce to the Gulf? Look for the following signs in a factory you visit: Is there Arabic writing on the packaging? Is there luxury, traditional (classic Arabic-style) furniture in the sample room? Does the invoice mention words like "Export," "Dubai," "Riyadh," or "Doha"? Does any of the staff speak Arabic? If yes, that manufacturer actively serves the Gulf market. Conclusion: To find manufacturers in Turkey that produce OEM furniture for Gulf brands: Visit industrial zones in Istanbul, Bursa, Kocaeli, and Izmir. Attend export fairs. Get involved. Get information from shipping, customs and logistics companies. Talk to other exporters. Ask for support from chambers of commerce.