Karsan Appoints New CEO in Top Management Reshuffle

Karsan, a Turkish automotive manufacturer, has announced significant changes in its senior leadership. Okan Baş, who served as CEO and Executive Board Member, has departed the company to pursue new professional endeavors.

During his tenure, Baş played a key role in transforming Karsan into a global mobility brand over the past decade. He was instrumental in positioning the company's electric and autonomous public transportation solutions for greater international market visibility and strength. His leadership contributed to strengthening Karsan's global mobility vision, executing its transformation strategy, and fostering sustainable growth.

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Okan Baş decided to focus on a new phase in his professional life and resigned from his duties.

Following Baş's departure, Utku Can Ayyarkın has been appointed as the new Karsan CEO and Executive Board Member. Ayyarkın previously held the position of Group CEO at Kıraça Holding. He brings extensive experience to Karsan, with 22 years in the logistics sector, encompassing leadership roles from operational to strategic management levels.

Karsan expressed confidence that Ayyarkın's expertise will guide the company's growth strategy, transformation vision, and sustainable journey in its next phase. The company aims to further expand its global brand aspirations in electric and autonomous mobility, strengthen its international market presence, and achieve its sustainable growth objectives, building on its 60-year legacy.

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With his leadership experience, operational competence, and strategic management experience, extending from the field to senior management, he will lead the company's growth strategy, transformation vision, and sustainable journey in its new era.