Mert Arikan

Mert Arikan is an experienced professional in investment management and project development within the cement industry. Currently serving as N&B Regional Investment Manager at Aalborg Portland A/S since June 2022, Mert previously held the position of Turkey Regional Investment Manager at Cementir Holding N.V. from August 2018 to June 2022, overseeing Group Capex Management for Cement and RMC divisions. Mert's career includes significant roles at Sönmez Çimento as Investment Manager and Project Manager, leading major CAPEX projects, and earlier positions at Akçansa and CETA Makina, focusing on project management and planning. Mert holds an MBA and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Yıldız Teknik Üniversitesi, along with a strong foundational education in mathematics.