Şükrü Aydın began his commercial life in the passenger transportation sector by laying the foundations of Ayd Group in 1950. Over the years, he expanded his activities by establishing a lumber mill and a transportation business in 1964. With his entrepreneurial spirit and visionary approach, Şükrü Aydın has successfully spearheaded numerous projects across various sectors, playing a significant role in bringing Ayd Group to its current stature. Under his leadership, the company continues to grow with innovative and environmentally friendly approaches.
Our Founder
Şükrü Aydın
OUR HISTORY
Our Journey of Success from 1950 to Today
AYD Group has taken significant steps towards becoming a leader in the industry since its journey began in 1950. Today, empowered by our deep-rooted past, we confidently stride into the future.
1950
In 1950, Şükrü Aydın initiated our operations in the passenger transportation sector.
1964
In 1964, our company ventured into the lumber mill and transportation business.
1976
In 1976, Manisa International Transportation Trade Ltd. was established.
1984
In 1984, we founded our fuel stations and marketing companies.
1998
In 1998, Karmesan Pipe Profile Industry Ltd. was established.
1998
In 1998, Karmesan established a dealership for DAF trucks and TIRSAN trailers.
1998
In the same year, ALLTRAK International Transportation Trade Ltd. was founded.
2004
Alltrak OOD was established in Bulgaria in 2004.
2004
Simay OOD was also set up in Bulgaria in 2004.
2012
Simay Railways Transport Ltd. Co.
(Turkey / 2012)
2015
Alltrak Transport GMBH
(Germany / 2015)
2017
Alltrak Transport LLC
(Georgia / 2017)
2018
Simer Energy Production Inc.
(Turkey / 2018)
2019
AYD Energy OOD
(Bulgaria / 2019)
2019
AYD Construction
(Bulgaria / 2019)
2022
In 2022, we consolidated our companies under the AYD GROUP umbrella.
2024
The AYD Recycle brand was established in Bulgaria.
