Beyond Turkaegean: Why Türkiye’s Aegean Coast Needs a Stronger Global Destination Brand
The recent debate around the “Turkaegean” name is more than a tourism branding issue. It is a reminder that global destination identity must be built with legal clarity, cultural sensitivity, strategic communication and long-term international positioning. For Türkiye, the Aegean coast does not need to depend on a single contested word to prove its value. […]
Beyond the Europa League Final: Istanbul as a Global Showcase
Modern sports events are no longer defined solely by what happens on the pitch. Today, major football finals have evolved into global media moments that simultaneously influence international broadcasting, city economies, hospitality industries, fan mobility, digital visibility and destination branding. The UEFA Europa League Final week in Istanbul was a strong example of this transformation. […]
Formula 1 Returns to Türkiye: A New Media and Production Opportunity for Istanbul
Formula 1’s return to Türkiye from 2027 marks a major moment not only for motorsport, but also for Istanbul’s international media visibility, destination positioning and production potential. According to Formula 1’s official announcement, Istanbul Park will return to the Formula 1 calendar from 2027 as part of a new five-year agreement. The return places Türkiye […]
Mount Ararat Returns to the Global Spotlight: Noah’s Ark Debate, Andrew Jones Interview & Filming Opportunities in Türkiye
Mount Ararat Returns to the Global Spotlight What Do the Latest Findings Suggest? According to Andrew Jones, recent Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) work has revealed: Angular, room-like internal structures Three horizontal layers A central corridor with side passageways A large underground void extending up to 13 meters Elevated organic material and potassium levels These findings […]
Berlinale 2026: “Yellow Letters” Wins the Golden Bear, “Salvation” Takes the Silver Bear – Grand Jury Prize
At the 76th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale 2026), two films connected to Türkiye marked a standout moment on the festival’s main awards stage. Golden Bear – Best FilmGelbe Briefe (Yellow Letters) — İlker Çatak Silver Bear – Grand Jury PrizeKurtuluş (Salvation) — Emin Alper Beyond the trophies, this outcome underlines something we see increasingly […]
EFM 2026: Türkiye’s Competitive Edge for Major Productions
Taking place in Berlin as part of the 76th Berlinale, the European Film Market (EFM) 2026 once again set the pace for the global film and content industry at the start of the year. This year’s market closed with a 5% increase in participants and a clear expansion in its overall programme. As Turkish Film […]
Filming Permits in Türkiye 2026: Timelines, Authorities & Practical Steps | Turkish Film Commission
Happy New Year 2026 As we step into a new year, we’d like to thank all producers, broadcasters, and creative teams who have filmed in Türkiye—and those considering Türkiye for upcoming projects. We look forward to supporting international productions in 2026 with clear guidance, reliable coordination, and production-friendly solutions across the country. Filming Permits in […]
EFM 2026: Berlin’s Industry Week Begins
EFM 2026: The market focus is widening The European Film Market (EFM) will take place 12–18 February 2026, serving as the primary industry hub during Berlinale week. As one of the key meeting points for the international film business, EFM remains central to sales, co-productions, financing, packaging, and project development conversations. Official communications around EFM […]
Factories of the Future – World Economic Forum | Filming Completed
Filming for the “Factories of the Future” project by the World Economic Forum has been successfully completed at Beko Atölye 4.0 in Istanbul (Çayırova) and the Beko Dishwasher Manufacturing Plant in Ankara (Sincan). Executed under the coordination of Medisa Film and the Turkish Film Commission, the production highlighted Turkey’s growing capacity in film permits, production […]
Behind the Curtain: The Unseen Production of Galatasaray–Liverpool
Champions League puts the game on stage — we handle the stagecraft. For the Galatasaray–Liverpool match in Istanbul, our production-minded team delivered production-grade logistics in Türkiye: coordinating ATA Carnet movements for ~1,000 broadcast items, securing OB van access, designing VIP talent flows with escorted entries, and providing professional translation and guiding across the city. Project […]
