After receiving his degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Hochschule Hannover, University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Ahmet Bekmezci followed his passion for football and began playing amateur football for various clubs. During this time, he gained valuable experience in teamwork and determination, which helped shape his career. In the 1990s, during the process of transforming his family business into a corporate structure, Ahmet took on the role of industrial engineer and played a key role in expanding the company’s exports globally. Through this experience, Ahmet developed a vision for growing the family business and competing in the international market. Driven by the desire to achieve his own dreams and passion for founding his own company, he established Atel Tekstil in 2009 and began operating in international trade.
Atel quickly became a supplier firm that adopted international standards in the research, development, production, and export of women’s, men’s, and children’s socks by collaborating with some of the most respected brands in the industry. Today, Atel has solidified its position in the market with a focus on customer satisfaction and the goal of providing high-quality products. Under Ahmet Bekmezci’s leadership, the company continues to grow with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
To be the leading global sock supplier, known for delivering exceptional quality, sustainability, and innovation, while empowering our customers with products that combine comfort, style, and environmental responsibility
Our mission is to provide high-quality, ethically produced socks that exceed customer expectations. We are committed to continuous improvement, sustainable sourcing, and building strong partnerships with our clients, employees, and communities. By integrating innovative design, advanced technology, and eco-friendly practices, we aim to set the standard for excellence in the sock industry.
Our company holds the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System, and ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety Management System certifications, and manages its processes in alignment with integrated management systems.
Established with 320 machines, 250 employees, and ISO certifications.
Collaborated with international brands and earned GOTS, OCS, and OEKO-TEX certifications.
Developed capacity with international brands (M&S, Green Factory).
Launched the Wigglesteps brand.
Increased capacity by 30%.
Second-generation family members joined management.
Completed FLA audit and earned GRS, RCS, and FSC certifications.
Conducted sustainability due diligence and established sustainability unit, including carbon footprint study.
At Atel Tekstil, we are fully committed to complying with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK). We ensure that all personal data is collected, processed, and stored in accordance with the provisions of the law, particularly focusing on the protection of individuals’ rights.
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