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Borusan Otomotiv, BMW’s official importer in Türkiye and the brand’s largest worldwide, is partnering with the Türkiye Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia. The pavilion, commissioned by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV), features 'A Kiss on the Eyes' by artist Nilbar Güreş, curated by Başak Doğa Temür. The exhibition runs until November 2026 at the Sale d’Armi, Arsenale in Venice. The pavilion is supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Türkiye, with additional contributions from Trendyol Art, Turkish Airlines, and the SAHA Association.

The exhibition explores themes of intimacy, resilience, and cultural identity through Güreş’s works in sculpture, installation, painting, and mixed media. Güreş incorporates textiles, everyday objects, and organic forms to convey personal and collective histories. This marks Borusan Otomotiv’s first-time support of the Türkiye Pavilion, reflecting its commitment to projects that foster lasting cultural value. The initiative aligns with the artistic leadership of the late Koyo Kouoh at the Venice Biennale, who also played a role in BMW Group Culture’s engagement with the Zeitz MOCAA Education Centre.

Borusan Otomotiv’s CEO, Hakan Tiftik, stated that the partnership represents a milestone in the company’s over 40-year engagement with art. The support extends Borusan Group’s long-standing commitment to culture and aligns with BMW’s established relationship with the global art world. Borusan Otomotiv has supported contemporary art initiatives such as Contemporary Istanbul and BMW’s 50th Art Car anniversary celebrations, including a tour featuring works by artists like Alexander Calder, Roy Lichtenstein, and Jeff Koons.

Borusan Holding has been central to contemporary art in Türkiye for two decades, supporting events like the Istanbul Music Festival and operating Borusan Contemporary, which presents works by artists such as Bill Viola and Doug Aitken. BMW Group’s cultural engagement focuses on contemporary art, design, sound, film, classical music, and jazz, viewing these activities as corporate citizenship. The company’s initiatives include partnerships with the Berlin Biennale, Art Basel, and the BMW Art Journey, reinforcing its role as a leading supporter of arts and culture globally.