Turkish Airlines officially broke ground on a monumental $2.3 billion (TRY 100 billion) investment program on January 8, 2026, aimed at transforming Istanbul Airport into the undisputed center of global air trade. The centerpiece of this initiative is the second phase of the SmartIST cargo terminal, which will more than double the airline's handling capacity from 2.2 million to 4.5 million tons annually. Upon its gradual completion between 2027 and 2028, SmartIST is projected to become the world’s largest air cargo hub under a single roof. This massive expansion is designed to support the "Widect" model—Turkish Airlines’ next-generation e-commerce platform—providing integrated, door-to-door logistics solutions that connect Europe, Asia, and Africa with unprecedented speed. The project is a showcase of "Green Logistics" and industrial automation. The new terminal will feature 100% solar energy integration and is powered by an AI-driven digital backbone, including Augmented Reality (AR)...