DMT Modular & Ahmet Aydoğan at DBA Gala 2025 | Dutch-Turkish Ties
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On Tuesday, December 9th, the Dutch Business Association Turkey (DBA) hosted its Annual Gala, a prestigious event celebrating the enduring cooperation between the Netherlands and Türkiye. As DMT Modular, we were not just attendees but active contributors to this vision of bilateral growth, represented at the highest level by our Managing Director & CBDO, Mr. Ahmet Aydoğan, who also serves as the Vice-Chairperson of the DBA.
A Night of High-Level Diplomacy and Business
The gala successfully reflected the substantial growth of the DBA and its dedicated membership. It was a gathering of shared heritage and future ambitions, honored by the presence of distinguished dignitaries who underscored the strategic importance of Dutch-Turkish relations:
- H.E. Mr. Joep Wijnands, Ambassador of the Netherlands
- Mr. Bekir Polat, Vice President of Invest in Türkiye
- Mr. Daan Huisinga, Consul General
- Mr. Niels Veenis, Minister Counselor of Economic Affairs at the Royal Dutch Embassy
- Mrs. Karin Jones-Schaper, Deputy Consul-General
Leadership in Action
The evening commenced with a welcoming speech by DBA Chairperson Mr. Ufuk Gedikli, highlighting the "enduring bridge of cooperation" built over the years. Following this, Consul General Mr. Daan Huisinga shared his enthusiastic anticipation for his upcoming years in Istanbul.
Our leadership played a pivotal role in the event's success. With Ahmet Aydoğan serving as Vice-Chairperson, DMT Modular remains at the forefront of fostering dialogue between Dutch and Turkish industries. This aligns perfectly with our corporate identity as a company with deep roots in Ankara and a strong operational presence in the Netherlands.
Celebrating Investment and Growth
A key highlight of the night was the address by Mr. Bekir Polat, Vice President of Invest in Türkiye. He commemorated the significant investments channeled from the Netherlands into Türkiye, emphasizing that close bilateral cooperation is crucial for economic resilience. Ambassador Mr. Joep Wijnands also gave a poignant address, reflecting on the achievements of 2025 and acknowledging members who traveled from the Netherlands specifically for this occasion.
Our Shared Vision
At DMT Modular, we believe that "collective expertise turns into shared knowledge." Participating in events like the DBA Gala allows us to stay connected with key stakeholders, investors, and policymakers. It reinforces our commitment to delivering global engineering standards, from our factory in Turkey to projects across Europe.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the DBA Board Members, volunteers, and partners who made this remarkable night possible. As stated during the event: "Our long-term shared heritage is significant proof that we can do more together."
