Istanbul retains strategic role in regional logistics
Rising geopolitical tensions, shifting trade policies and higher operating costs are prompting companies to redesign their supply chain strategies, daily Milliyet reported, citing Cushman & Wakefield’s Global Industrial & Logistics Dynamics 2026 study, which examines 135 industrial and logistics markets worldwide.
The report says logistics real estate is increasingly being viewed as a source of strategic competitive advantage rather than simply an operational necessity.
The report states that global trade has entered a period shaped by structural uncertainty. Geopolitical conflicts, energy supply risks, climate-related events and labor shortages are driving companies away from single-hub supply chain models toward more flexible and diversified networks.
Within the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region, Istanbul was identified as one of the leading logistics markets despite global and regional cost pressures. The city continues to serve as a key link in European supply chains, while its geographic location and access to multiple markets remain important advantages for investors, even as high inflation and rising living costs have pushed labor expenses above the regional average in Türkiye.
