Akaylar, was established in Istanbul in 1968, making it one of Türkiye’s long-established and internationally recognized ship owning companies. Focusing on dry cargo transportation with multipurpose general cargo vessels, we operate in the maritime industry under the name Akaylar Shipping with an experienced and professional management approach.

We are a trusted partner for our customers maritime transport needs. Through our modern fleet and broad experience, we provide efficient and competitive shipping solutions for a wide variety of dry cargoes. This combination of expertise and modern tonnage enables us to guarantee just-in-time and seamless deliveries for almost all cargoes and freight contracts.

Our quality management system covers the commercial and technical management of our modern fleet. All vessels are classed by leading classification societies and operate in full compliance with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) requirements, including pollution prevention standards, International Safety Management Code (ISM), Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS) and Maritime Labour Convention (MLC). At Akaylar, we believe in delivering modern, reliable and professional shipping services to our customers across the world seas.

Akaylar, provides ship management services at the highest standards, covering technical management, crew management, safety management systems and procurement. With our team of dedicated experts and a broad service portfolio, we deliver efficient, high-quality solutions in comprehensive ship management. Our approach is built on long-term relationships founded on mutual respect and trust.

Over time, our strategy has evolved to combine experience with continuous improvement. Our experienced management team, together with qualified superintendents, regularly visit vessels to closely monitor their performance, identify areas for improvement, conduct feasibility studies and implement measures to optimize operational efficiency.

Our planned maintenance system is fully compliant with international requirements. We continuously work to enhance efficiency in line with Classification Society Rules, International Safety Management Code (ISM), Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), Flag State controls and Port State controls in the countries where our vessels trade.

Akaylar, has an active chartering and shipbroking department that, over many years, has built strong and lasting relationships with numerous charterers and brokers worldwide. The department is specialized in the spot charter market, with our fleet primarily carrying steel, aluminum, fertilizers, minerals and agricultural products.

Our fleet is engaged in regular trading across the Marmara, Black Sea, East Mediterranean, Aegean, wider Mediterranean, Europe and occasionally West Africa. All vessels are fully equipped and prepared for unrestricted worldwide trading.

Chartering activities extend beyond our own fleet. Akaylar also provides exclusive, panel and competitive shipbroking and freight consultancy services within the dry cargo chartering market. With our experience, independence and long-standing relationships with both Turkish and international shipowners and charterers, we are able to deliver cost-efficient, reliable and profitable transport solutions that create value for all parties involved.

Akaylar, Agency Department established in 2012 and is fully prepared to act as ship agent for your vessels and cargoes in Turkish ports. Our Istanbul office covers all ports of the Marmara region as well as transit passages through the Istanbul and Canakkale Straits. For other ports in Türkiye where we do not have a local office, we coordinate with carefully selected first-class sub-agents to ensure seamless service.

We believe the success of our Agency Department lies in the efficiency and competitiveness of our services. With an experienced operations team and a modern management approach, we are committed to delivering reliable, high-quality services and to protecting the trust and confidence of our customers.

We Provide;

- Transit Istanbul & Canakkale Straits
- Ordering Bunker & Lubricants
- Delivery Spare Parts
- Delivery Provision
- Delivery Documents & Packages
- Launch Boat Services & Pilotage
- Pre-Arrival Notifications
- Transportation Crew
- Accommodation Arrangements
- Cash To Master
- Covering Cargo Documentation
- Inward & Outward Clearance
- Other Services on behalf of Charterer's & Ship Owner's

At Akaylar, we recognize that our people are our greatest strength. That is why we take pride in continuously enhancing the quality of our working environment and services. We offer our employees a workplace that is open to technological developments, encourages idea sharing and values teamwork all with the goal of supporting personal development and ensuring the highest level of satisfaction.

Akaylar provides a supportive, participative, and improvement-oriented working life. In line with our business objectives, we strive to unlock the full potential of our people. We set clear goals to strengthen professionalism in parallel with our corporate strategy, and we work with a clear understanding of how each individual’s contributions create value for both themselves and the company.

In this context, the core qualifications we seek in our colleagues include;

- Communication Skills
- Stress Management & Internal Motivation
- Result-Orientation
- Teamwork & Cooperation
- Time Management & Setting Priorities
- Taking Initiative
- Corporate Awareness
- Cost & Productivity Awareness
- Analytical Thinking

By completing the application form on our Job Application Page, you will be taking the first step toward joining Akaylar. Your application will be reviewed from our Human Resources team and you will be notified when a position matching your qualifications becomes available.

Respect & Trust values for all our employees, by adopting a corporate culture, form the foundation of our Human Resources Policy. Akaylar, at every stage of business and management, acts with the principle of a ‘Focus on People Approach, aiming to grow together with its employees and customers.

While trying to achieve these goals, it is based on the following basic principles;

- Right person for the right job
- Providing self-improving environment
- Planning & developing the careers
- Applying rewarding practices
- Evaluating the individual performances
- Focused on creating employee motivation
- Following modern Human Resources Policy
- Employee development with improvement
- Creating a teamwork environment
- Improving employee satisfaction

Hiring Process l Applications are first evaluated by our Human Resources department. If an applicant’s competencies match the requirements of an available position, they will be contacted for an interview. If the candidate is not suitable for current vacancies, their information will be stored in our database in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and may be considered for future openings when appropriate.