Plan-S Honored with Three Prestigious Awards from Great Place to Work®!
These results are a testament to the excellence Plan-S has achieved not only in technology but also in its corporate culture.
November 3, 2025
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Ranked Among the Best in Türkiye and Anatolia and 1st for Women Employees!
Plan-S, a pioneering company in Turkish space and satellite technology, has once again been recognized for the value it places on its people. In the Great Place to Work® Institute’s 2025 evaluations, Plan-S achieved a standout success in its sector by securing a place on three separate prestigious lists, all based on employee feedback. These results are a testament to the excellence Plan-S has achieved not only in technology but also in its corporate culture.
Plan-S’s 2025 Achievement Rankings:
Türkiye’s Best Employers™ 2025 | 100–249 Employees Category | 8th Place
Best Workplaces for Women™ 2025 | 100–499 Employees Category | 1st Place
Anatolia’s Best Employers™ 2025 | 100+ Employees Category | 4th Place
A culture of trust and belonging is the core fuel for success.
This multi-faceted success is rooted in the deliberately built internal culture of trust, a genuine belief in diversity and inclusion, and a team spirit united around the common goal of “making space accessible.” Being ranked first nationally in the “Best Workplaces for Women” category stands out as the most concrete evidence of Plan-S’s commitment to equal opportunity and talent development.
Plan-S CEO Özdemir Gümüşay commented on this meaningful achievement with the following words:
“Every satellite we send into space is, in essence, a reflection of the human connections we build right here on Earth. We can only turn our big dreams into reality with a team that is talented, motivated, and feels valued. These three awards we received today, particularly the national first place for our women employees, are a tremendous source of pride for us. This confirms that we have moved far beyond being just a workplace; we have built an environment where every individual can express themselves freely, grow, and where ideas can flourish.”
A People-Centric Approach is Shaping the Future of Space Technology
Driving innovative projects on a global scale with its mission of “Space Solutions for Tomorrow,” Plan-S fuels its external success with its internal culture. This triple achievement is the clearest signal that the company always prioritizes employee experience and team spirit to attract and retain talent, foster innovation, and achieve sustainable growth. Plan-S will continue to shape its trajectory based on the potential and happiness of its human resources.
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