We have learned with deep sorrow of the passing of Erkunt Öner, one of the doyens of our sector...

We have learned with deep sorrow of the passing of our dear elder Erkunt Öner, one of the doyens of our sector and one of the esteemed pioneers of our country's tourism in many fields, particularly cruise tourism, who served as Chairman of the Board of Tura Turizm and continued his active work in many civil society organizations.

The late Erkunt Öner's contributions to our sector will always be remembered with affection, alongside his work to resolve the sector's problems, for his visionary perspective within the scope of sustainable tourism, and for his entrepreneurial, determined, philanthropic and gentlemanly character, never giving up on his beliefs.

We pray for God's mercy upon the late Erkut Öner and extend our condolences and wishes for patience to his bereaved family, the members of Tura Turizm, and our entire community.

TÜROB - Association of Turkish Hoteliers Board of Directors