As we leave behind half a century of our journey that began in 1978, we continue to grow with our technological investments.

1978

Establishment of Gençay Fasteners, our sales and distribution company.

1993

Foundation of OBEL Fasteners as the group’s manufacturing company.

1994

Start of production activities

1999

Execution of the first fastener export shipment

2010

Production of the first automotive-grade bolts; acquisition of ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 16949 certifications; establishment of the automated sorting division

2011-2012

Formation of the Advanced Locking and Sealing Applications Unit, specializing in pre-applied coatings and sealing technologies; certification to TS EN ISO 14001 environmental management standard

2013

First exports to the European automotive sector

2014

Launch of nut production operations

2015

Receipt of Tofaş Laboratory Approval

2016

Awarded NATO Supplier Approval (TF893) by the Turkish Armed Forces

2017

Achieved Second Place in Tofaş Supplier of the Year Awards

2018

Establishment of a dedicated OBEL Heat Treatment Facility to enhance process specialization

2022

Honored with the Bronze Export Award by the Aegean Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Exporters’ Association

2024

Commissioning of the new Surface Treatment Facility, expanding production capabilities

2025

Establishment of the new Logistics Center and execution of the first exports to the United States