Core Insights - Sisecam reported consolidated net sales of 101 billion TL for the first half of 2025, with international sales accounting for 62% of total sales [2][3] - The company made total investments of 14.6 billion TL and achieved exports of 483 million USD during the same period [2][3] Financial Performance - Consolidated net sales reached 101 billion TL in H1 2025 [2][3] - International sales, including exports and sales from foreign production facilities, constituted 62% of total sales [2][3] - Total investments amounted to 14.6 billion TL [2][3] - Exports were recorded at 483 million USD [2][3] - Production figures included 2.8 million tons of glass, 2.2 million tons of soda ash, and 1.9 million tons of industrial raw materials [2] Strategic Focus - The CEO highlighted the impact of global macroeconomic and geopolitical factors on the business environment, emphasizing the need for sustainable growth and profitability [3] - Sisecam launched an "Efficiency Management Program" to enhance operational efficiency and maintain a strong balance sheet [4] - The company is realigning business plans and organizational structures to improve agility and responsiveness to market changes [4] Operational Developments - Sisecam is restructuring its architectural glass capacity in Europe and optimizing production through cold repairs and maintenance investments [4] - A new flat glass facility in Tarsus is set to begin production in Q1 2026, with frosted glass and energy glass processing lines starting slightly ahead of schedule in Q4 2025 [4] - The company is consolidating its automotive glass production facilities in Slovakia to improve efficiency and streamline operations [6] Growth Initiatives - Soda ash production remains a key focus, with ongoing investments in the U.S. market, including a planned annual capacity of 5 million tons for the Pacific Soda project [7] - The Wyoming facility, operational since 2019, has an annual capacity of 2.5 million tons and is noted for its low carbon footprint [7]