ABOUT TRUE NORTH

Driven by Energy

Who We Are

WHO WE ARE

True North is an independent advisory and project development firm working across multiple sectors.

We partner with international and local companies, investors, institutions, and startups to provide strategic clarity, regulatory guidance, and execution support. Grounded in local market knowledge and real-world experience, we help our clients reduce uncertainty, make informed decisions faster, and build sustainable, long-term operations.

We focus on initiatives that make technical sense, work commercially, and fit local market realities.

What We Do

WHAT WE DO

True North supports companies and investors as they evaluate opportunities to operate in evolving markets. We help navigate regulatory and commercial frameworks and structure initiatives that are viable, compliant, and built to last.

Our work spans energy, technology, and industrial sectors, covering project development, market entry, expansion, and cross-border activities. We connect international and local stakeholders to enable strong partnerships, investor engagement, and effective execution.

Through market insight and practical support, we help reduce risk and turn strategy into sustainable operations.

25+
Years Experience

30+
Projects

15+
Countries

20+
Partners

Message from the Managing Director

Over the past 25 years, I have had the opportunity to work across multiple industries and geographies, leading business development initiatives and investment projects in the energy, technology, automotive, and industrial sectors.

As a Turkish–Canadian executive, I have worked closely with global partners, investors, and institutions, contributing to large-scale renewable energy developments, establishing cross-border strategic partnerships, and building international trade operations.

True North reflects the perspective shaped by this years of hands-on experience. We operate as a focused advisory platform that supports companies in moving forward with confidence. Our work spans market entry, project development, strategic partnerships, and international trade, combining sector expertise with practical, execution-driven support.

At True North, we approach every engagement with clarity, discipline, and a long-term perspective. We look forward to collaborating and building meaningful partnerships together.

Ferda Aşkın
Managing Director

Ferda Aşkın

How We Work

We combine deep sector expertise with a practical, partnership-driven approach to deliver sustainable results in complex markets.

1. Focused Expertise

We specialize in regulated and capital-intensive sectors where deep market knowledge and technical expertise make the difference.

  • Energy & Infrastructure
  • Regulated Markets
  • Capital-Intensive Projects

2. True Partnership

Long-term relationships built on trust, transparency, and shared commitment to achieving meaningful outcomes.

  • Trust & Transparency
  • Collaborative Approach
  • Long-term Commitment

3. Execution Excellence

We focus on practical implementation, bridging strategy and execution with actionable insights and hands-on support.

  • Actionable Insights
  • Hands-on Support
  • Results-Driven

4. Global Perspective

Based in Istanbul with global reach, we connect local market intelligence with international best practices.

  • Local Market Knowledge
  • International Standards
  • Cross-Border Expertise