Based in the prominent ship repair hub of Tuzla, Istanbul, MAR-CA Marine Service operates as a specialized technical provider focused on the maintenance, repair, and supply needs of the global maritime and offshore industries. Established in December 2015, the company was founded by a core team of technical experts and service engineers with backgrounds from major original equipment manufacturers, including Wartsila. This foundational expertise defined the company’s trajectory, allowing it to offer high-level engineering support that rivals OEM standards while maintaining the agility of an independent service contractor.
The primary operational focus of MAR-CA Marine Service is the comprehensive overhaul, troubleshooting, and planned maintenance of marine diesel and gas engines. The company’s workshops and mobile teams are equipped to handle a vast spectrum of propulsion and auxiliary power systems, supporting machinery from major European and Asian manufacturers. Their technical capabilities extend to complex engine components, including the reconditioning of cylinder heads, liners, and pistons, as well as critical work on fuel systems, governors, and turbochargers. Beyond standard diesel propulsion, the company has developed specific competencies in gas engine maintenance, catering to both dual-fuel vessels and land-based power plants.
To support these technical activities, MAR-CA Marine Service maintains a robust spare parts division. This department specializes in sourcing and supplying genuine, OEM, and high-quality reconditioned parts to minimize vessel downtime. Their logistics network facilitates the dispatch of critical components - ranging from heavy engine blocks to delicate instrumentation - to ports worldwide. The company actively manages the supply chain for auxiliary shipboard systems as well, providing spares for compressors, pumps, separators, and heat exchangers.
Operationally, the company functions on a twenty-four-hour basis, deploying riding squads and service engineers to vessels at sea or in ports globally. While their headquarters and primary workshop facilities are located in Turkey, they have expanded their physical presence to include a branch in Dubai, enhancing their ability to serve the Middle Eastern and Asian maritime corridors. In addition to voyage repairs, MAR-CA Marine Service participates in scheduled dry-docking projects, offering supervision and skilled labor for structural repairs, electrical system troubleshooting, and deck machinery maintenance, thereby serving as a holistic technical partner for shipowners and operators managing complex fleets.