Bonna Porselen, a leading brand in the HoReCa sector in Turkey, has signed a strategic collaboration protocol with Kocaeli University to strengthen its efforts in sustainability and integrate art into this process. The protocol includes a commitment to joint efforts to implement sustainability and zero-waste projects.

The collaboration protocol signing ceremony took place on January 11, 2024, with the participation of Prof. Dr. Elif ÖĞÜT, Vice Rector of Kocaeli University, and Halil Karakaya, Human Resources Director of Bonna. Within the scope of this significant collaboration, both parties are gearing up to take effective steps in implementing sustainability and zero-waste projects in various fields.

Associate Professor Dr. Nermin Demirkol, a faculty member in the Ceramic Department of the Faculty of Fine Arts at Kocaeli University, will provide consultancy for the projects. She will guide the university’s zero-waste club students in transforming broken plates into works of art.

Regarding the protocol, [Name], Chairman of the Board of Bonna Porselen, stated, “Making sustainability the core of our business and contributing to eco-friendly projects is a significant step we take to fulfill our responsibilities as Bonna. Through collaboration with Kocaeli University, we aim to support young talents and raise greater awareness in the community about sustainability.”

The protocol encompasses not only zero-waste and sustainability projects but also a comprehensive collaboration program including various events and workshops.

About Bonna:

Founded in 1983 in Istanbul, Bonna Porselen emerged as a brand under Kar Porselen. Operating in the HoReCa sector since 2014, Bonna offers innovative solutions to the hotel, restaurant, and catering industries. With a wide product collection bearing the signatures of both local and international designers, Bonna exports products to over 100 countries across six continents. With two facilities in Kocaeli Çayırova and Bilecik Pazaryeri, Bonna has an annual production capacity exceeding 40 million pieces. Having participated in numerous national and international fairs, Bonna has been honored with awards from prestigious competitions such as AI DESIGN AWARD, IDA DESIGN AWARDS, GERMAN DESIGN AWARD, DNA PARIS AWARD, and DESIGN TURKEY, showcasing its success in the field of design.