Akmar Shipping was established in 1987 and has been continuously growing since then with a focus of service efficiency and effectiveness. The success behind Akmar is the expertise moulded with the best quality.--While increasing our service quality and keeping ourselves updated for the international rules in connection with safety regulations, we are proud to advise that AKMAR SHIPPING AND TRADING S.A. has been deemed worthy of The Certificate of Quality Management System Registration since 1998 .--The Chairman, Mr. Necdet Aksoy being a board member of both The Turkish Chamber of Shipping and The Turkish Ship Owners' Association, in addition to well-known Standard P and I Club, states that Akmar will still continue moving forward and improve the satisfaction of both loyal and new customers with their trustworthy and experienced structure.--Akmar Shipping and Trading SA was established in 1987. Relying on our personal shipping experience for over 40 years and with emphasis on young and efficient staff in supplement, Akmar has become one of the leading shipping companies in Turkey.--As shipping agents, we handle 900 to 1000 vessels per year at all Turkish ports and straits of Dardanelles and Bosphorus. We have our own offices at main ports of the country i.e Istanbul, Gulf of Izmit, Aliaga, Izmir, Iskenderun and Mersin which are controlled and supervised by our head office in Istanbul for the aim of ensuring the smoothest operations and most correct and efficient dialogue with our principals.--Equipped with well trained and experienced staff and backed up with the benefit of having ourown offices at main ports, we do not only have excellent relations with the authorities but we also have very harmonious contacts with main importing / exporting companies in our country.--We, consider our clients' rights as our rights and in every respect and perform with our utmost care for all vessels that are calling to all Turkish Ports or just going through Straits in our country.--- Port, Straits,Drydocking and Protective Agency--24/7 attendance at all Turkish ports and straits--- Crew change at straits and ports--Disembarking and embarkation of crew, extension of shore pass, repatriation, procurement of visas to enterTurkey in the lines of Visa regulations, airport meeting, transportation, hotel reservations, ticketing service and other related immigration services.--- Delivery of Ships Spares and Stores--Including custom clearance of parts arriving at Turkish Airports in transit to be delivered to the vessel during transit passage or at ports.--Provision and Store Supply--We supply all kind of provisions and store lists including admiralty books & charts, technical supplies.--Bunker, Lubeoil and Fresh Water Supply--At Turkish ports and in transit at Istanbul at markets with best prices.--Medical Attendance on Crew Members--At many hospitals and dental clinics throughout Turkey with a reputation of excellent service.--Sludge and Garbage Collection--In transit or at ports.--Underwater Inspections and Surveys--Photography and filming available in addition to detailed reports. May be undertaking at port or in transit.--Arranging Marine Surveys --All Turkish ports.--Repairing Services (Repair/ docking at shipyard, Repairs at anchorage)--Coordination of repairs, installations, maintenances and overhauls in electrical, mechanical and communication devices by the well known marine engineering companies.--Akmar Shipping operates a 6 vessel Dry-bluk fleet worldwide by the in-house brokering team.--Also have a partnership with Turkish Cargo Lines (TCL) and Mr. Aksoy is the Chairman . --As shareholders of TCL, have a partnership in Eregli Shipping, which controls 3 capesize bulk carriers, and also in Dati Investment Holding which continues undertaking enterprises in Atakoy, Istanbul. The Holding Group owns and operates two 5 star Hotels, 'Crowne Plaza' and 'Holiday Inn', Istanbul's first shopping mall 'Galleria' and 'Atakoy Marina' which is the biggest marina in Istanbul. Moreover, continous new developments are made to be the market leaders in their respective fields in Turkey.--Aim to maintain our consistency and continue to develop our core strategy, as well as maintain policy to work with only first class establishments in the global markets.--The chartering and brokering activities are carried out by the in-house-- chartering team for the exclusively controlled fleet.--The chartering team also involves in World-Wide competitive brokering for the close clients' cargoes and tonnages by rendering the best possible services.
