Based in Istanbul, Turkey, Besiktas Marine is a specialized maritime service provider and supply company that supports the operational needs of the commercial shipping industry. Established in 2013, the company has developed a multifaceted portfolio that encompasses ship chandling, technical services, safety inspections, and marine engineering support. Strategically located in the Tuzla district, a hub for Turkish maritime activity, the firm serves vessels transiting the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits, as well as those docking at Turkish ports and shipyards.
The company primarily functions as a comprehensive ship supplier and chandler, delivering a wide array of essential goods to merchant vessels. Its supply operations cover provisions, bonded stores, and cabin supplies, alongside a robust technical inventory that includes engine spare parts, valves, electrical components, and deck equipment. Beyond moving physical goods, Besiktas Marine has established itself as a technical solution provider, offering logistics and procurement support to ship owners and managers who require reliable access to critical machinery and consumables while in Turkish waters.
A significant portion of the company’s operations focuses on ship safety and compliance. Besiktas Marine operates authorized service stations for fire-fighting equipment and life-saving appliances. Its teams conduct inspections, maintenance, and certification for systems such as fire extinguishers, fixed alarm systems, life rafts, and lifeboats, ensuring client vessels meet international safety standards (SOLAS) and classification society requirements. The company also provides specialized engineering services, including underwater hull inspections, non-destructive testing (NDT), radio surveys, and calibration of navigation equipment.
In addition to technical and material supply, the company engages in crew management and port agency services. It assists shipowners with personnel logistics, including the recruitment and deployment of qualified seafarers, and acts as a local agent to facilitate smooth port calls and strait transits. Through its "Expert Ship Service" division, the company also deploys mobile repair teams and supervisors to assist with complex maintenance projects, engine overhauls, and shipyard supervisory works, effectively bridging the gap between vessel operators and shore-based technical resources.
