Under Kırman’s leadership, Şişecam has seen significant growth and expansion. Since 2006, the company’s turnover increased approximately 3.5 times in euro terms. The share of international sales in total sales rose from 50 percent to 60 percent, and the number of employees grew from 15,000 to 24,000.
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Ahmet Kırman has had a distinguished career at Şişecam, one of Turkey's largest industrial enterprises and a global player in the glass industry. Over the years, he has held various significant positions within the company, contributing to its growth and global expansion.
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Kırman joined Şişecam in 1981 and has since been an integral part of the company’s leadership. He served as the CEO from 2006 to 2010 and then as Vice Chairman and CEO. His tenure has been marked by strategic initiatives that have strengthened Şişecam's position in the global market, including numerous mergers, acquisitions, and the expansion of production facilities across different countries.