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Breaking news | Onursal Adıgüzel’s photo with the suspect whom she said “I don’t know” appeared on the municipality website
Breaking news… A remarkable contradiction came to light within the scope of the investigation carried out against Ataşehir Municipality for the crimes of “Establishing and Membership of an Organization for the Purpose of Committing a Crime and Bribery”. According to the information in the file, allegations of irregular payments made through fictitious garbage container purchases became the center of the investigation.

Murat Gerger
When Adıgüzel was asked about the suspects in the file, he stated that there was no commercial relationship between them and that he did not know Murat Gerger, who was in the file as the person who organized the fictitious garbage container purchases.



However, it turned out that the photographs taken of the same Gerger with Adıgüzel and Deputy Mayor Orhan Aydoğdu were published on the official website of the municipality. This situation revealed the contradiction between the defenses in the file and the concrete data.

Private Secretary Alpay Arslan
“IMAGINARY CONTAINER PURCHASE”: PAYMENT OF 6 MILLION TL
According to the information entered in the investigation file, in the first action, it was determined that Özkan Kınalı and Mehmet Karaköse were directly directed by Onursal Adıgüzel to purchase fictitious containers as bribes in exchange for construction permit transactions. It was determined that Adıgüzel gave instructions with a list through the Private Secretary regarding the purchase of a garbage container from Murat Gerger and within this scope, a payment of 6 million TL was made. Murat Gerger also clearly stated in his statement that he received this payment.

Plan and Project Manager Nimer Karademir
AGAIN, 3 MILLION 240 THOUSAND TL WAS RECEIVED AS A BRIBE, BUT THERE IS NO CONTAINER THERE.
In the second action in the file, it was revealed that the businesswoman Hümeyra was purchased by the municipality a garbage container worth 2 million 240 thousand TL as a bribe within the scope of the settlement and building license procedures. However, although the payment was made and Murat Gerger admitted that he received this money, it was determined that no container purchase actually took place. This situation strengthened the suspicion that money was systematically collected through fictitious purchases.

Financial Affairs Manager Mürteza Kutluk
THE PHOTO PUBLISHED ON THE MUNICIPALITY’S WEBSITE REVEALED ADIGÜZEL’S LIE
One of the most striking details of the investigation was that the municipality’s own official records became evidence. Murat Gerger, who organized the purchase of fictitious garbage containers at exorbitant prices within the scope of the file and did not make any deliveries, is known as a friend of Deputy Mayor Orhan Aydoğdu. While Adıgüzel claimed in his statement to the police that he did not know this person, it is seen that the photographs of Mayor Onursal Adıgüzel, Deputy Mayor Orhan Aydoğdu and his friend Murat Gerger were published in the photo posts made on the website of Ataşehir Municipality.

Building Control Manager Aysun Gökçen
“YOU ARE INTO THE FAKE MORTAR BUSINESS” ON TAPE RECORDS
It was noted that in the conversation between Hümeyra Ökcün and Ercan Gümüş, the conversation took place about the fees deducted from the Municipality and that they claimed that the fees were fake. In the conversation between contractor Hümeyra Ökcün and Ercan Gümüş, “one of the mortars they cut in the name of Ömer Adıgüzel is completely fake, I congratulate Onursal and Birkan, you have also entered the fake mortar business, may God bless you,” and “they covered up the mistake by mistake, what is fake mortar?” came to light.

VICE PRESIDENT ORHAN AYDOĞDU
LICENSE WAS GRANTED BEFORE TRANSFERS WERE PERFORMED
One of the most striking details of the file was that the application was made and the license was issued before the transfers regarding the parcel took place in Yenisahra District. It was stated that more than four years have passed since the license expired, and although the Occupancy Permit Certificate has been issued for Block A, there is no real estate subject to precedent transfer. In the transfer of development rights, implementing the parcels to be transferred before they are taken over by the public or converting them into a fee and tying them to a letter of guarantee is against the relevant legislation and plan notes. In the examination of the municipality file regarding the real estate in question, it was determined that no business license was found, and this was confirmed by the records from Ataşehir Municipality. It was also included in the file that the building purpose of the Block A license was regulated as Hospital.

Ataşehir Municipality Deputy Mayor Birkan Birol Yıldız
WASTE CONTAINER COST IS 4 MILLION 750 THOUSAND
Murat Gerger stated that he did not have any information about the zoning, settlement and license procedures regarding the Göztepe Memorial Hospital A and B Block real estate and that he saw the real estate in question for the first time. Gerger said that there is no information about the process and who determined the settlement fee for the real estate in Yenisahra, which should be 42 million 794 thousand 470.66 Liras. He stated that the company titled MG Engineering operates in the fields of electricity, construction, mechanics, infrastructure and purchasing. He said that Hümeyra Ökcün’s construction company called and requested the supply of garbage containers and quoted a price of 2 million 700 thousand TL + VAT for 10 containers, and that upon acceptance of the offer, she forwarded her account information and the price was sent to her. I have no information about whether the municipality employees gave any guidance regarding the collection of garbage containers from my company. I received the payments for the containers taken from me from Ece Adagümeli 3 times, and I received a total of 4 million 750 thousand liras. He said, “I did not receive a payment of 5-6 million liras.”
BASE RECORDS AT THE SAME POINT
It was determined that Murat Gerger’s signal activity changed after a while, where base records were found around Ataşehir Municipality. In the same period, it was determined that there was activity in Basri Onur Dedetaş’s base records. It was seen that the base records of Murat Gerger and Basri Onur Dedetaş intersected in Maltepe.
ADIGÜZEL: “ALL TRANSACTIONS ARE LEGAL”
In his statement to the prosecutor’s office, Onursal Adıgüzel said that he gave instructions to carry out all transactions within the legal framework and that he conveyed to his employees that no action should be taken against the law, and that he knew the contractor Hümeyra Ökcün as a contractor doing business in Ataşehir, that he met her during the mayoral election process, and that there was no meeting with her other than the investments she had made.
I HAVE NO TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE ABOUT MORTAR
Adıgüzel denied the accusations and said, “I am not a party to the issue between Hümeyra and Erhan. The only true part of the story told by Hümeyra is that she made an appointment and met with me before the resettlement of Block A. Birkan Bey and a few friends were present in this meeting. I told her that no irregular transactions would be made regarding the settlement. She definitely did not talk about money to me. There is no possibility of doing such a thing anyway. I do not know the calculation in detail regarding official fees, but if she has an excessive payment, she can apply.” He receives his payment. Calculations in Ataşehir are made according to the decision of the Parliament. I do not have technical information about the fee issue. I would like to point out once again that Hümeyra left the meeting angry. I told my friends to do what the law and legislation dictates.
IN CONSCIENCE I WOULD NOT ALLOW THIS PROJECT
Adıgüzel stated that he said that a process should be established in a way that would not technically cause problems in salary payments. He said, “If I had been the mayor at that time, I would definitely not have allowed this project. Because the peer transfer made here was made with a guarantee. Even though it was in accordance with the plan sub-notes, I would not allow this project in conscience. I would like to clarify an issue here. After I took office, there was around 4 million liras in the safe. We were having difficulties in paying salaries. Hümeyra “The 52 million lira guarantee given by Ökçün for the peer transfer was prepared in the period before me for the purpose of cashing it,” he said.
I WOULD HAVE BEEN ANGRY IF I KNEW THEY WERE GOING ON HOLIDAY TOGETHER
Referring to the fact that many people wanted to get close to him after he became the mayor, he claimed that he did not have information about Hümeyra Ökcün and Birkan going on holiday. “I maintain this standard of living in order to prevent any suspicions. I have always suggested this to my friends. I was not aware of Birkan’s closeness with Hümeyra Ökçün. If I had known that they had gone on holiday together, I would have been very angry with him. I do not know how Hümeyra and Birkan’s closeness started or to what extent it reached, but I would not want something like this to happen. I have known Birkan for many years. I think he would not get into such a job. The fact that he goes on holiday together and establishes closeness makes me happy. şaşırttı. Yapılan işlemin hepsinin kanunu ve yasaya uygun olmasına dikkat ettik ve bu konuda arkadaşları da uyardım. Emniyette telefon şifremi vermek istemedim. Burada da şifremi paylaşmak istemiyorum. Telefonumda özel hayatıma ilişkin bilgiler vardır. Kamuoyuna yansıyan diğer dosyalarda özel hayatın gizliliği ihlal edildiğinden bu konuda şifremi paylaşmak istemiyorum. Ben belediye başkanı seçilmeden önce eşim arabasını satmıştı. Bu arabanın parasının bir kısmıyla kendisine yatırım amaçlı altın almıştı. I testified about this at the police station, but since I learned clearly, I would like to repeat it here: “I do not accept any of the accusations.” I serve the Ataşehir district with a transparent, public-beneficial municipality approach. I have instructed all my friends to work in accordance with the laws and the public interest. This is all I have to say.”

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Published in the Official Gazette! New regulation in the Highway Traffic Regulation
“THE SCREEN USED FOR SYSTEM SETTINGS WILL NOT BE PENALIZED”
Regarding multimedia and smart screens, Çiftçi said, “No penalty will be applied to factory-made screens and screens used for navigation, parking support, interior and exterior cameras, recording devices and system settings.” he stated.
Regarding in-car audio systems, Minister Çiftçi said:
“It will be possible to use sound systems, subwoofers and amplifiers that comply with the specified technical standards. As long as the sound does not disturb the public peace by spilling out of the vehicle, no criminal action will be taken just because there is a sound system in the vehicle. In order to take action regarding the sound systems, it will be necessary to concretely detect and record that the sound is disturbing the peace of the environment by spilling outside the vehicle.”
Çiftçi stated that the use of individual audio and video devices placed on the seats or in suitable areas within the vehicle, which are available to passengers in buses and minibuses, will continue and said, “We will continue to work with an understanding that clarifies the rules, ensures unity in practice, protects the rights of our drivers and never compromises traffic safety.” he said.
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Harsh reaction from Türkiye to the treacherous terrorist act in Damascus: “We stand by brother Syria against the attacks”
CEVDET YILMAZ: “I DAMN THE ATTACK”
Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz said, “I condemn and curse in the strongest terms the terrorist attack in our brother and neighboring country Syria.”
In his post on his social media account, Vice President Yılmaz said, “I condemn and curse in the strongest terms the terrorist attack that took place in our brother and neighboring country Syria. I wish mercy to those who lost their lives in the attack, healing to the wounded, and my condolences to the Syrian people and government. Those who committed the terrorist act and those who stand behind it are doomed to lose. I believe that the Syrian people will be in unity against terrorism with all its elements. As the Republic of Turkey, we stand with the Syrian people and government who have come to this day by paying great prices.”
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS DURAN: “Türkiye WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT”
Presidential Communications Director Burhanettin Duran condemned the attack in the Hejaz region of Damascus, the capital of Syria, which caused casualties.
Director of Communications Duran, in his post on his social media account, said, “I condemn in the strongest terms the treacherous terrorist attack carried out in the Hejaz region of Damascus, the capital of Syria. I wish God’s mercy to those who lost their lives in this heinous attack targeting innocent civilians, and a speedy recovery to the injured; I express my condolences to the brotherly Syrian people and the relatives of those who lost their lives. It is clear that terrorism targets the environment of trust and stability that is being tried to be re-established in Syria. The unity and solidarity of the brotherly Syrian people.” “I believe that Turkey will foil such vile attacks and continue its determined march towards peace, security and development under the leadership of our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.”
EFKAN ALA: “THE SYRIAN PEOPLE ARE NOT ALONE”
AK Party Deputy Chairman Efkan Ala condemned the treacherous attack targeting civilians in Damascus, the capital of Syria.
In his statement on his NSosyal account, Ala said:
“We condemn today’s treacherous attack targeting civilians in Damascus in the strongest terms. May God have mercy on our brothers who lost their lives, offer our condolences to their grieving families and the entire Syrian people, and pray for a speedy recovery to the injured. The Syrian people are not alone in this difficult process. Turkey will resolutely continue its solidarity based on Syria’s security, unity and the law of brotherhood.”
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BREAKING NEWS I Minister Fidan: “Israel is a common problem of all humanity”
Breaking News… Breaking News… Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan made important statements in a program he attended. Stating that Israel continues its aggression in the region and is looking for a new enemy, Minister Fidan said, “Israel is the common problem of all humanity.”
“THE POINT Türkiye HAS REACHED IS IMPORTANT”
Minister Fidan, who also made a statement about the NATO Summit, stated that Trump will attend the NATO summit and said, “This is important news for the NATO community. Moreover, Mr. Trump is participating in this because Mr. Erdoğan invited him. If it were not Mr. Erdoğan who invited him, he would not have attended. This has now become a great strategic equation. When you take into consideration today’s challenges, conflicts, troubles and slippage in the alliance, you see how big a role this equation plays. Here, our President’s global leadership vision, the relationship network he developed, the trust he created, the people he created.” “The prestige in his eyes and the point Türkiye has reached are important.”
DETAILS COMING…
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NATO Summit statement from Minister Çiftçi: “Measures have been taken for our common security”
“THE PLANNINGS WERE MADE TO MINIMUM AFFECT THE DAILY LIFE OF OUR CITIZENS”
Underlining that the measures taken are not arbitrary and that the highest level of coordination has been achieved in order not to negatively affect the daily lives of the citizens, Minister Çiftçi said, “Each application has been determined within the framework of international security standards, risk analyzes and the coordination of our relevant institutions. The meetings held under the chairmanship of our Ankara Governorship, our Ministry of Internal Affairs and our Vice President, Mr. Cevdet Yılmaz, have been various meetings. Plans have been made that will least affect the daily lives of our citizens, and all preparations have been completed to a large extent for the traffic flow to return to normal as soon as possible. “Our security units and relevant institutions work in the field with great coordination and sacrifice. Turkey is a country that has successfully hosted many international organizations to date and has received deserved appreciation for its safe organization capability. The NATO Leaders Summit will be held with the same understanding and state seriousness.” he said.
”PRECAUTIONS ARE BEING TAKEN FOR OUR COMMON SECURITY”
Emphasizing the importance of citizens’ common sense and touching upon the coordination mechanisms established for the summit, Minister Çiftçi said, “Hopefully, as a result of the measures we have taken, we aim to complete the NATO Leaders’ Summit without incident. The understanding and patience shown by our citizens will contribute to the successful completion of this important organization. I would like to thank our citizens for their understanding. I would like to take this opportunity to express that the measures taken are temporary measures and are implemented only for our common security.” he said.
“A COORDINATION CENTER WAS ESTABLISHED WITHIN THE MINISTRY OF INTERIOR FOR THE SUMMIT”
Sharing information about the coordination centers established within the scope of the summit, Minister Çiftçi said, “A coordination center was established within the Ankara Governorship and our Ministry of Internal Affairs in order to hold the summit safely. Both our Ankara Governorship and our Ministry of Internal Affairs are following the issue closely and sensitively.” He made a statement.
“IN TOTAL, 56 THOUSAND 288 PERSONNEL WILL WORK”
Announcing the number of personnel who will work within the scope of the summit and the details of the geographical security circle, Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi said, “A total of 56 thousand 288 personnel will work. 48 thousand 841 of them are our police personnel and 7 thousand 447 are the personnel of our Gendarmerie General Command. In addition, 4 thousand 405 teams or teams will take part within the scope of these measures. Our plans have been completed to ensure coordination with the road control search points in Ankara and with neighboring provinces. “Our measures are not limited to Ankara, there are also measures to be taken in the provinces surrounding Ankara. We even have measures planned in our third generation provinces as well,” he said.
PRECAUTIONS WILL BE TAKEN AT AIRPORTS AND ROUTINES
Sharing the personnel distribution on the Presidential Complex and transfer routes with figures, Minister Çiftçi said, “A total of 3 thousand 926 personnel will work on the route between Esenboğa and the Presidential Complex. 1,742 personnel will take part in the measures taken between the abandoned Ankara, the newly opened Ankara Airport and the Presidential Complex.” Minister Çiftçi stated that they will work on a 24-hour basis within the scope of the summit. “Our personnel, vehicles, equipment and canine elements have been assigned on a 24-hour basis to ensure that the necessary searches, screening, traffic and security checkpoints can be completed efficiently and in the minimum amount of time against possible incidents that may occur at three airports, the Presidential Complex, routes and hotels,” he said.
“THE PRECAUTIONS TAKEN ON THE STREETS WILL BE TAKEN IN THE CYBER WORLD”
Concluding his speech by stating that the security of the summit is not limited to the physical area only, the highest level measures have been put into effect in the digital dimension, Minister Çiftçi said, “Cyber measures are also important for us. We carry out similar practices in the cyber world as we do on the streets. Our 7-24 virtual patrol activities continue in the cyber environment in order to fight against crime and criminals. A total of 639 extra personnel have been assigned for this. They also continue their virtual patrols.”
EVERY COUNTRY KEPT SECURITY MEASURES AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL
Minister Çiftçi noted that the extensive security measures taken for the summit hosted by Türkiye completely coincide with the practices in previous NATO meetings held in European countries. Emphasizing that the measures taken are at international standards, Çiftçi said, “The same security measures were taken in the Netherlands, where the previous meeting was held. In NATO strategic security meetings held in Europe, the measures have always been kept at the highest level. Therefore, we are not the only ones applying these high security procedures; all allied countries that hosted previous summits have similarly implemented security measures at the highest level.” he said.
ANNOUNCED THE ROADS TO BE CLOSED
At the meeting, Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi listed the roads that will be closed during the NATO Leaders Summit as follows. Around the Presidential Complex – ATO Congresium, Presidential Boulevard, Alparslan Türkeş Street, Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu Street, Bestepe Street, Söğütözü Street, Martyr Teacher Şenay Aybüke Yalçın Street and 2169 and 2170 streets will be closed to traffic. 286th Street and 350th Street will be closed around the Alegria Business Hotel. 173rd Street, 171st Street and 172nd Street will be closed around the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Chisinau Street, Jose Marti Street, 720th Street and 721st Street around Divan Hotel will be closed to traffic. Life Street, Adalet Street, 5th Street, Nergiz Street, 4th Street, 3rd Street and 1st Street will be closed around Wyndham Grand – Mercure – Mövenpick hotels. Tehran Street, Argentina Street, Iran Street, Poland Street, Şehit Ömer Haluk Sipahioğlu Street, Boğaz Street, Billur Street, Bülten Street and Güniz Street will be closed to traffic around HiltonSA – Sheraton – Lugal hotels. Around the InterContinental Hotel, the section of Atatürk Boulevard between John F. Kennedy Street and Esat Street and Gülözü Street will be closed. Ufuk University Avenue, 1443rd Street and 1452nd Street will be closed to traffic around the JW Marriott Hotel. Around the Metropolitan Hotel, 1377th Street, 1380th Street and 1381st Street and all roads connecting to them will be closed to traffic. There will be no restrictions on pedestrian crossings.
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Minister Göktaş: “An investment in children is an investment in the future of the country”
Minister Göktaş attended the Arnavutköy Anadolu Neighborhood Mass Opening and Groundbreaking Ceremony, where the Family Counseling Center, Family Health Center, kindergarten, parking lot and car wash facility, which were completed by Arnavutköy Municipality, were opened and the foundation of the Arnavutköy Art and Vocational Training Course (ASMEK) building was laid.
Stating that investments ranging from education to consultancy, from health to infrastructure, from vocational training to production will offer new opportunities to the social life of the district, Göktaş thanked Arnavutköy Mayor Mustafa Candaroğlu and his team who contributed to the implementation of the projects.
Stating that what makes a city valuable is not only its streets and buildings, but also how people are touched is important, Göktaş said, “The city where the child grows up safely, where the family finds a hand next to them, and where the elderly are remembered, becomes truly beautiful. Life becomes more peaceful and fruitful where the path for the young is paved and the labor of the woman is rewarded.” he said.
Stating that the work and service approach put forward by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is to expand cities with services that center people, make life easier and touch every household, Göktaş said that the investments that were opened and the foundations of which were laid in Arnavutköy are a concrete reflection of this approach.
“INVESTMENT IN A CHILD IS THE MOST VALUABLE INVESTMENT IN THE FUTURE OF THE COUNTRY”
Emphasizing that the Arna Children’s Kindergarten, which was opened, is important in terms of providing children with quality education at an early age, Göktaş stated that here children will learn and develop through play, and will experience friendship, sharing and self-expression at an early age.
Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş said, “We know that investing in a child is the most valuable investment in the future of a country. I believe that our kindergarten will be a good start to the lives of many of our children.” he said.
Stating that the Family Counseling Center will be an important source of support for families, Göktaş said, “In this center, family, child and adolescent counseling, individual counseling, group therapies, training seminars and dietician services will be provided. It will enable our families to easily access the support they need, and will provide a safe environment where our children and young people can express themselves better and become stronger with the right guidance. The Family Health Center will connect our citizens with health services faster and easier with its modern infrastructure.” he said.
Stating that ASMEK, the foundation of which was laid, has a special importance for the district, Minister Göktaş explained that citizens will be offered the opportunity to acquire a profession through the trainings to be given at the center. Göktaş said, “Here, our brothers and sisters will gain new skills, turn their own labor into production, and contribute to the family economy. In this respect, ASMEK will offer important opportunities, especially for women and our youth.” he said.
Noting that the inaugurated parking lot and car wash facilities will make the daily life of citizens easier, Göktaş said that the steps taken today will contribute to the joy of children, the peace of families, the labor of young people and the future of Arnavutköy.
Emphasizing that, as the Ministry, they will continue to support every service that focuses on the family, Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş noted that they will strengthen cooperation with local governments and expand services that meet the needs of citizens of all ages.
“WE WILL LAY THE FOUNDATION OF THE DISABLED LIFE CENTER IN ARNAVUTKÖY SOON”
Explaining that new social service investments will be implemented in Arnavutköy, Göktaş said, “Hopefully, we will lay the foundations of an Accessible Life Center in Arnavutköy in a short time. Likewise, we will increase the number of nurseries. We will lay the foundations of our day children’s centers and child care centers for the 0-6 age group, which also appeal to 0-3 years old, in Arnavutköy soon.” he said.
Minister Göktaş also touched upon the “10 Years of Family and Population” vision and concluded his words as follows:
“We see all these services as permanent investments that strengthen people and society, and we greatly appreciate the efforts of our local governments in this direction. Because we know that family-friendly cities start with child-friendly places. They are strengthened with consultancy and guidance services. They come to life in centers where women, young people and citizens of all ages participate in production. The 10 Years of Family and Population will take this understanding further. The next 10 years will be the name of a new era that strengthens the family and brings our cities together with family-friendly services.”
Arnavutköy Mayor Candaroğlu stated that the municipality’s service approach is based on producing works and investing in the future of the district and said:
“We produce solutions, not excuses. We continue to add value to our Arnavutköy with a management approach that plans for the future, not the day. Of course, we implement all these services thanks to a strong state will and harmony between our institutions. We continue to resolutely contribute to the Turkey Century vision put forward under the leadership of our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, with our works, investments and services from our Arnavutköy.”
After the speeches, a prayer was made, Minister Göktaş and Mayor Candaroğlu cut the mass opening and groundbreaking ribbon with the children.
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Great interest in the DOA application, which started in 81 provinces! First Lady Erdoğan: It will add value to our country’s economy
1 TL INCENTIVE FEE CAN BE EARNED FOR EACH PACKAGING
Öztürk stated that the DOA system is a holistic system that enables the separate collection of plastic, glass and aluminum beverage packaging at the source, their digital monitoring and their re-introduction to the economy.
“Our citizens will be able to earn an incentive fee of 1 lira for each suitable packaging by delivering plastic, glass and aluminum beverage packaging with the DOA logo to deposit return machines or manual return points.” Öztürk said, “In order to support the fair and sustainable functioning of the system for individual returns, we have determined 200 packages as a daily upper limit. The incentive fee will be transferred to the DOA wallet. Our citizens will be able to transfer their accumulated balances to their bank accounts, withdraw them from ATMs or use them for shopping.” he said.
Öztürk stated that the system consists of 3 phases and that they tested the 1st phase with a pilot application in Sakarya last year and said, “We are moving to the 2nd phase, that is, the national integration process. The DOA system has now reached the level to be implemented in 81 provinces and 973 districts. The 3rd and last phase will be the full dissemination period.” he said.
Pointing out that their goal is to transform the system into a permanent structure that can be easily accessed by citizens working at the same standards in every corner of Türkiye, Öztürk said:
“Every year, approximately 25 billion beverage packages become waste. When these packages are brought together, they create a volume that would cover approximately 100 thousand football fields. In other words, enough plastic, glass and aluminum packaging to fill approximately 100 thousand football fields are released into nature every year. We are implementing one of the world’s largest warehouse management systems to change this situation.”
Öztürk stated that within a year, they will put into service at least one deposit return point that citizens can easily reach in every neighborhood of Türkiye and said, “We will also continue to support our businesses in this process. While the number of deposit return machines increases, we will also provide the necessary field equipment to manual return points and ensure their strong participation in the system.” He made a statement.
“APPROXIMATELY 65 PERCENT OF 25 BILLION PACKAGING IS IN OUR HOTELS, RESTAURANTS AND CAFES”
Öztürk stated that they carry out the DOA system with a comprehensive infrastructure in which the entire process from producer to consumer, from return points to recycling facilities is managed digitally.
Stating that while markets, supermarkets, grocery stores and kiosks serve as return points for citizens, hotels, restaurants and cafes make a significant contribution to the recycling chain by bringing their own packaging into the system, Öztürk said, “I would like to underline the role of our hotel, restaurant and cafe businesses. Approximately 65 percent of the 25 billion packages we mentioned are in our hotels, restaurants and cafes. Therefore, every packaging collected in these businesses will directly contribute to our recycling and recovery targets. Moreover, our businesses deliver them in bulk.” “They will also receive an incentive fee of 20 kuruş for each package with the DOA logo.” he said.
Öztürk explained that businesses will complete their registration through the warehouse information management system and work with authorized operators, adding, “Collection, transportation and verification processes will be carried out in a safe, orderly and traceable manner thanks to this structure.” he said.
Pointing out that natural resources will be used more efficiently with the DOA system, Öztürk continued his words as follows:
“We will ensure that the quality recycled raw materials needed by our industry are met at a higher rate domestically and accelerate and strengthen the circular economy. The economic impact of this transformation is also extremely important. We foresee an annual decrease of 35 to 40 percent in beverage packaging raw material imports. This development will positively affect production costs and make a significant contribution to reducing the trade deficit, which will reduce foreign dependency. We foresee that the DOA system will bring an annual economic value of approximately 30 billion lira to the Turkish economy. In the next 20-30 years.” “We expect the system to create employment for 20 thousand people.”
MACHINES WERE DEVELOPED BY LOCAL INDUSTRIALISTS
Öztürk stated that they ensure that strategic raw materials are brought back into the economy within Türkiye and that DOA is not only an environmental practice but also resource security.
Pointing out that the machines used in the field were developed by domestic industrialists, Öztürk said that the technology developed by Türkiye in this field and the operation model it established will constitute an important reference for many countries that will establish a deposit system in the future.
After his speech, Öztürk sat in front of the DOA machine and demonstrated in practice how the device works.
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