Çukurova Teknokent

What Çukurova Teknokent does

Çukurova Teknokent is a technology development zone (teknoloji geliştirme bölgesi / technopark) located within the Çukurova University South Campus in Sarıçam, Adana, Turkey. It is operated by Çukurova Teknoloji Geliştirme Bölgesi Yönetici A.Ş. (Çukurova Technology Development Zone Manager JSC), a private joint stock company, and has been active since 2005. The organization serves as a regulated R&D and innovation infrastructure provider for technology startups, university researchers, and industry partners in the Çukurova region.

The core offerings consist of physical infrastructure — offices, workshops (3D printing, Digital Fablab, design workshop, film equipment), and conference/event facilities — combined with structured support services: the Çukurova Technology Transfer Office (TTO, est. 12.12.2012), patent and design application support, government incentive facilitation (TÜBİTAK TEYDEB, KOSGEB, TÜBİTAK 1812 BiGG4FUTURE), an Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) office, and the Adana Entrepreneurship Center. Online portals (TeknoEra, Faaliyet, Electronic Document Upload System) provide member-facing administrative tooling. Tenant companies span food, biotechnology, software, electronics, textile, agriculture, and industrial manufacturing.

The business model is a hybrid: (1) recurring office and workshop rental income from tenant companies operating inside the technology development zone, (2) fees for incubation, acceleration, patent/IP, and consulting services delivered through the TTO, and (3) facilitation of government funding programs (notably BiGG4FUTURE, which provides up to 1,350,000 TL non-repayable investment to startups in exchange for 3% equity). Go-to-market is community-led, relying on university faculty outreach, sector meetings, accelerator events (BiGG4FUTURE), TEKNOFEST participation, and a social/web presence. The entity is not publicly listed, has no disclosed funding rounds, no disclosed revenue, and operates with approximately 12 employees.

Name

Çukurova Teknokent

Legal name

Çukurova Teknoloji Geliştirme Bölgesi Yönetici A.Ş.

Website

https://cukurovateknokent.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Çukurova Teknokent is a Turkish technology development zone in Adana, operated within Çukurova University campus, providing office/workshop rentals, a Technology Transfer Office, patent services, and TÜBİTAK/KOSGEB-backed acceleration programs to early-stage technology startups and university researchers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Technology Development Zone / Technopark Services

NAICS

Scientific Research and Development Services (5417), Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Universities with Entrepreneurship & Incubation Focus (EDAHAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Technical Enablement & Adoption Services (Change Management, Adoption, Champions) (BPAEANAC)

Keywords

• Technology development zone
• Technology transfer office
• Startup incubation services
• R&D facility rental
• Government innovation funding

Headquarters

HQ city

Adana

HQ country

Türkiye

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Office and Workshop Rental: Revenue generated from renting office spaces and workshop facilities to tenant companies and entrepreneurs within the technology development zone
2. Government Support Services: Facilitating access to government R&D funding programs including TÜBİTAK, KOSGEB, and other national support mechanisms; services provided in coordination with Technology Transfer Office
3. Incubation and Acceleration Services: Training programs, mentorship, and acceleration services for startups including the BiGG4FUTURE program
4. Patent and IP Services: Patent application support, intellectual property consulting, and technology transfer services through the Technology Transfer Office

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Çukurova Teknokent is a technology development zone (technopark) that rents office and workshop space (including 3D printing, Digital Fablab, design, and film equipment) to R&D companies and startups, and provides technology transfer, patent application, and government funding facilitation services. It runs the BiGG4FUTURE entrepreneurship acceleration program under TÜBİTAK 1812 and hosts the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) office and the Adana Entrepreneurship Center to support innovation commercialization.

Product overview

Çukurova Teknokent is a technology development zone (technopark) operated by Çukurova Technology Development Zone Management Corporation, located in Adana, Turkey near Çukurova University. The organization provides a comprehensive ecosystem for technology companies through office and workshop rentals, technology transfer services, patent support, and government incentive assistance. The core offerings include physical infrastructure (offices, workshops, conference facilities), support services (BIGG4FUTURE entrepreneurship acceleration program, TTO services, EEN office), and online portals (TeknoEra, Faaliyet Portalı). The technology park serves as a hub for R&D companies, startups, and entrepreneurs, facilitating innovation and commercialization of technology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Office Rental (Ofis Kiralama) Rental of office spaces within the technology development zone for R&D companies and startups, providing technology zone tax and customs incentives.
• Workshop Rental (Atölye Kiralama) Rental of specialized workshop facilities including 3D Printer Workshop, Digital Fablab, Design Workshop, and Film Equipment for prototyping and product development.
• Technology Transfer Office (TTO) Services Technology Transfer Office services supporting commercialization of scientific research, inventions, and innovative products for the benefit of society, economy, and the university.
• Patent Services (Patent Hizmetleri) Comprehensive patent application support including FSMH (Product and Process Innovation Support) process, invention notification forms, patent petitions, utility model applications, design filings, confidentiality agreements, sharing agreements, and extension forms.
• BiGG4FUTURE Entrepreneurship Program TÜBİTAK 1812 Investment-Based Entrepreneurship Support Program offering up to 1,350,000 TL non-reimbursable investment support for innovative startups in exchange for 3% equity, with training, mentorship, and acceleration.
• Government Support Services (Devlet Destekleri) Facilitation and guidance for accessing government incentives and support programs including TÜBİTAK TEYDEB, KOSGEB AI Credit Program (500,000 TL to 5,000,000 TL interest-free loans), and other R&D funding mechanisms.
• Conference Hall Rental (Konferans Salonu) Event space rental for conferences, seminars, business meetings, training programs, and community events at the technology park.
• Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Office Services Office providing access to the Enterprise Europe Network, the world's largest network supporting SME internationalization, technology transfer, business cooperation, and cross-border growth.
• Adana Entrepreneurship Center (Adana Girişimcilik Merkezi) Adana Entrepreneurship Center providing investor connections, capital access, and ecosystem coordination, supported by the Turkish Ministry of Industry and Technology.

Quantifiable outcome

• BiGG4FUTURE provides 1,350,000 TL non-repayable investment for innovative startups in exchange for 3% equity
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• KOSGEB Adana Provincial DirectoratecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 July 2026Joint organization of KOSGEB Support Information Meeting on July 28, 2026 to inform about AI Credit Program (500,000 TL to 5,000,000 TL interest-free loans) for technology and innovation-oriented businesses.
• TÜBİTAK TEYDEB (Technology and Innovation Support Programs Presidency)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2026TÜBİTAK TEYDEB is the government body managing R&D and innovation support programs. Çukurova Teknokent collaborates with TEYDEB to host information meetings and facilitate access to funding for tenant companies.
• Adana Chamber of Industry (Adana Sanayi Odası)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2026Collaboration on TÜBİTAK TEYDEB Support Programs Information Meeting with TÜBİTAK TEYDEB Vice President Dr. Hasan Selçuk Selek. Joint efforts to inform industrial companies about R&D support mechanisms.
• T.C. Ministry of Industry and TechnologycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Ministry participation in Turkey AI Summit where Çukurova Teknokent General Manager Bora Kocaman attended. Ministry presented Turkey AI Action Plan.
• T.C. Ministry of Youth and SportsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 May 2026Collaboration on 'Green Future for Young Diplomacy: COP Simulation' event held May 9-10, 2026 to raise awareness among youth about climate change and sustainability.
• Çukurova University International Relations ClubminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 May 2026Student organization collaborating on COP Simulation event, facilitating diplomatic simulations and climate policy discussions among youth.
• Hult PrizeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 November 2024Hosted Hult Prize Open House - world's largest student social entrepreneurship competition organized in partnership with United Nations. Event provided platform for students to learn about competition and develop social impact projects.
• Ar-Ge and Design Center CompaniesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 November 2024Regional companies with R&D and Design Center status participate in investor meetings organized by Çukurova Teknokent to connect with incubator companies and explore investment opportunities.
• TEKNOFESTmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 October 2024Çukurova Teknokent participated in TEKNOFEST 2024 at Adana Şakirpaşa Airport with 1.1 million attendees. Organized booth showcasing tenant companies including Lagari Games, Satta, Morza, Arde Bilişim, Mobres, Seraş, Sadektech.
• Adana Chamber of IndustrymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 May 2017Participated in Çukurova Venture Capital Investment Fund founding meeting to explore regional investment opportunities and ecosystem development.
• Adana Chamber of CommercemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 May 2017Participated in Çukurova Venture Capital Investment Fund founding meeting representing commercial sector interest in technology investment.
• Çukurova Development AgencymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 May 2017Regional development agency participating in venture capital fund discussions and ecosystem development initiatives.
• Adana Hacı Sabancı Organized Industrial ZonemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 May 2017Major industrial zone management participating in venture capital fund founding and R&D ecosystem development discussions.
• Regional Industrial CompaniesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 May 2017Companies including Kıvanç Tekstil, TEMSA, BOSSA, Beta Gıda, Oğuz Tekstil, Kimtex, Güney Çelik, Zahil Alüminyum, Berdan Civata, Çukurova Silo, SCA Metal, Eksoy Kimya, Koluman Otomotiv, Çukurova İnşaat, Seçil Kauçuk participated in venture capital fund founding meeting representing regional industry investment interest.
• Çukurova UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 December 2012Çukurova Teknokent is established within Çukurova University campus and maintains a primary strategic partnership with the university. The university (founded 1973) provides the research base, academic expertise, and talent pipeline for the technology development zone. Prof. Dr. Hamit Emrah BERİŞ leads the current board with university representation.
• Çukurova Technology Transfer Office (Çukurova TTO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 December 2012Technology Transfer Office established on December 12, 2012 to support commercialization of scientific research outcomes. TTO provides services for invention notification, patent applications, technology licensing, and university-industry collaboration.
• Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnterprise Europe Network (Avrupa İşletmeler Ağı) is the world's largest network for SME internationalization. EEN serves as the European Union's interface for SMEs, supporting technology transfer, business cooperation, and international growth. Çukurova Teknokent hosts the EEN office and collaborated on COP Simulation event.
• KOSGEB (Small and Medium Enterprises Development Organization)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKOSGEB is a government agency providing support for small and medium enterprises. Çukurova Teknokent collaborates with KOSGEB on AI Credit Program offering 500,000 TL to 5,000,000 TL interest-free loans. Joint events include support information meetings.
• TÜBİTAK (Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTÜBİTAK is Turkey's primary government research funding agency. Çukurova Teknokent serves as TÜBİTAK 1812 implementing organization for BiGG4FUTURE program and facilitates TEYDEB support programs for R&D companies.
• Hasan Kalyoncu UniversitymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiGG4FUTURE Program consortium partner. Hasan Kalyoncu University participates in the TÜBİTAK 1812 investment-based entrepreneurship support program led by Çukurova Teknokent.
• İstinye UniversitymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiGG4FUTURE Program consortium partner providing commercialization expertise. İstinye University contributes expert trainers including İbrahim YILMAZ for project presentation training.
• Gaziantep TeknoparkmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiGG4FUTURE Program consortium partner. Gaziantep Teknopark participates in the TÜBİTAK 1812 program consortium for investment-based entrepreneurship support.
• ENHANCER Project (EU-funded)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Union funded project coordinated by T.C. Ministry of Industry and Technology Development Agencies General Directorate, implemented by International Center for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD). Provides free training programs including software development, AI, image processing, modeling, textile, and startup bootcamp.
• ÇUKOBİRLİKmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerÇUKOBİRLİK General Manager Serkan BOLAT and technical team visited Çukurova Teknokent to explore establishing an R&D Center. Initial discussions held with Teknokent management about facility setup.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hacettepe Teknokent: Hacettepe University's technology development zone in Ankara. It is comparable as a university-affiliated technopark offering office rentals, incubation services, technology transfer office support, and access to TÜBİTAK/KOSGEB funding programs for tenant companies.
• İTÜ ARI Teknokent: Istanbul Technical University's technology development zone is one of Turkey's leading technoparks. It is directly comparable due to its similar university-affiliated structure, focus on R&D infrastructure, and incubation services for technology startups in a major Turkish metro.
• Bilkent Cyberpark: Bilkent University's technology park in Ankara, focused on ICT and defense technologies. Comparable due to its university-anchored technopark model and similar service offerings including incubation, government funding access, and R&D infrastructure for technology startups.
• ODTÜ Teknokent: METU Teknokent is Turkey's largest and most established technology development zone, operating since 2003 with hundreds of tenant companies. It is a direct peer because both operate the same university-anchored technopark model with similar services including office rentals, incubation/acceleration, and government funding facilitation through TÜBİTAK and KOSGEB.
• Yıldız Teknopark: Yıldız Technical University's technology development zone in Istanbul. Directly comparable due to its university-affiliated structure, R&D focus, and similar service portfolio including office rentals, incubation, and TÜBİTAK program facilitation for technology entrepreneurs.

Regional players

• Gaziantep Teknopark: Regional technology development zone in Gaziantep serving Southeast Turkey. Comparable in regional scope and university-anchored model; already a consortium partner with Çukurova Teknokent in the BiGG4FUTURE program, operating similar services in a different geographic market.
• Erciyes Teknopark: Erciyes University's technology development zone in Kayseri, serving Central Anatolia. Comparable as a regional university-anchored technopark offering office rentals, incubation services, and R&D support to technology entrepreneurs in a non-major-metro region similar to Adana.
• Ege Teknopark: Ege University's technology development zone in Izmir, serving the Aegean region. Comparable as a regional university-affiliated technopark offering similar services—office rentals, incubation, technology transfer, and government funding facilitation—for technology entrepreneurs in a different Turkish region.

Broad incumbents

• Bilişim Vadisi: Government-backed mega technology development zone in Gebze, established to anchor Turkey's ICT industry. A broader incumbent with significantly greater scale, government backing, and resources, but operating a similar technopark model with R&D infrastructure and incubation services for technology companies.
• TÜBİTAK MAM Teknopark: TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Center's technology park, backed by Turkey's primary research funding agency. A broader incumbent with deeper government ties and research infrastructure, operating a similar technopark model and serving as both a peer and a partner/funding source relationship for Çukurova Teknokent.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cteknokent
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/%C3%A7ukurova-teknokent
• Instagraminstagram.com/cukurova_teknokent

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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