In an era increasingly defined by the necessity for renewable energy, solar power is leading the charge towards a sustainable future. The transition to clean energy needs to be intelligent and seamless, with automation playing a critical role in ensuring a greener planet.
Spearheading this charge in Türkiye is Sun Group, a company established in 1990 that has made significant inroads in the transportation sector, and is now at the forefront of integrating renewable energy solutions into its business model.
Murat Atik, the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Sun Group, is a visionary committed to the company’s ethos of honesty, credibility and high standards. Under his leadership, Sun Group has not only succeeded in the transportation industry but is also venturing into renewable energy. Atik highlights the company’s dedication to innovation and cross-border collaborations, particularly with partners in North America, as pivotal to the company’s growth and influence in integrating renewable technologies across multiple sectors.
Sun Group is merging its expertise in transportation with renewable energy. The company’s pioneering efforts in the electric vehicle (EV) domain has led to its EV charging business. This venture is currently expanding in Europe and North America through collaborations with producers of EVs and components. “We are concentrating on solar power initiatives and energy storage solutions, with plans to invest in the United States through our company, Yeni Basak Energy,” says Atik.
We are concentrating on solar power initiatives and energy storage solutions, with plans to invest in the United States through our company, Yeni Basak Energy.
Murat Atik, Chief Executive Officer of Sun Group
In addition to its energy pursuits, Sun Group is actively seeking investors and partners for its innovative hotel-train projects, operated by its subsidiary, Sun Tren. Sun Tren has contributed to some of Türkiye’s largest railway and transportation initiatives, bringing advancements in safety, efficiency, and reliability to the nation’s railway and mass transit systems.
One of Sun Tren’s landmark projects is the Cappadocia Express, a luxury tourist sleeper train service. As Türkiye’s first private railway venture, offers passengers an exceptional travel experience to the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Cappadocia. The service connects major cities like Ankara and Istanbul to Cappadocia, featuring two locomotives and 14 carriages, accommodating 294 passengers in double compartments with full beds, bathrooms, showers, and luxurious onboard restaurants. This venture not only enhances Türkiye’s tourism sector but also showcases the company’s commitment to merging hospitality with transportation.
Sun Group has ambitious plans, with the introduction of the Crown Express on the horizon. This new train service aims to connect historical “royal” cities such as Zagreb, Belgrade, and Sofia, further expanding the company’s influence across Europe. Through these initiatives, Sun Group is not only advancing technological and environmental goals but is also redefining travel and connectivity in the region.
Sun Group embodies a forward-thinking approach to combining transportation expertise with cutting-edge renewable energy projects. A future where travel is not only efficient but also environmentally responsible looks possible. Sun Group’s ventures signal a transformative movement in how renewable energy and transportation can generate sustainable economic growth.
