Once a bustling transport hub, Istanbul's Atatürk Airport is set to find a new role, and it would eventually serve as what a top Turkish official called the "world's largest" tech and entrepreneurship center in the years to come.
Under the name of Terminal Istanbul, Türkiye is currently building a massive center on the grounds of the former airport, aiming to attract startups from around the world and position itself as stronger on the global tech map.
Envisioned as a new hub for the global technology and entrepreneurship ecosystem, Terminal Istanbul would bring together a broad range of stakeholders – from entrepreneurs and investors to technology companies and young talent – under one roof.
Designed as one of the world's largest technology and innovation centers, the project aims to strengthen Türkiye's capabilities in artificial intelligence, software and advanced technologies.
By fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors, universities and the startup ecosystem, Terminal Istanbul seeks to accelerate the development of high-value-added technologies.
