Established in 1957 by Dr. (h.c) İbrahim Bodur, Kale Group operates in building materials and building chemicals sectors as well as defence and aerospace sectors. With its 20 companies and more than 5.000 employees, Kale Group ranks among the largest industrial conglomerates in Turkey. Regarding building materials and building chemicals, Kale Group is Europe's 3rd, world's 15th biggest ceramic producer and it ranks among five biggest building chemical producers in Europe. With a significant market share in Turkey and abroad, Kale Group meets with customers in 100 countries with more than 400 sales points. Regarding defence and aerospace, Kale Group is a tier one supplier for world's biggest defence and aerospace companies, and is recognized as one of the leading suppliers in many important international programs, including the Joint Strike Fighter project. Kale Group is a significant partner of Turkey's national defence and aerospace industries, including Turkey's first National Infantry Rifle and Turbojet engine. In line with the founding values of Kale Group, Dr. (h.c.) İbrahim Bodur Kaleseramik Education, Health and Social Welfare Foundation was founded in 1991 to carry out activities in education, health, culture, art and science with the aim of contributing to the society. Building on its industrial legacy and entrepreneurship, Kale Group continues to carry out its mission to be a reputable group of companies that leads the way in its field, respects people and the environment, and adds sustainable value to the Kale family and the society.