PO/Marine has secured its position as Turkey’s marine fuels market leader for the seventh consecutive year, according to 2025 EMRA data. Driven by a total bunker sales volume of 913,154 tons, the company captured a commanding 39.2% overall market share. Head of Marine Kemal Taylan celebrated the milestone, highlighting the brand’s enduring commitment to excellence across both domestic and transit sectors.
Istanbul, Turkey | August 21, 2026 – Cementing its undisputed dominance in the maritime energy sector, PO/Marine has officially secured the top spot in Turkey’s marine fuels market for the seventh consecutive year. According to the newly released 2025 Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EMRA) Marine Sales Data, the company achieved a total bunker sales of 913,154 tons, capturing an impressive 39.2% total market share.
The latest figures underscore PO/Marine’s resilience and strategic agility in navigating a volatile global shipping landscape, balancing strong domestic performance with a robust transit footprint.
Key 2025 Performance Highlights
- Total Market Share: 39.2% (Market Leader for 7 consecutive years)
- Total Bunker Sales Volume: 913,154 Tons
- Domestic Sales Market Share: 46.3%
- Transit Sales Market Share: 37.5%
Leadership Perspective
Marking seven consecutive years at the pinnacle of the sector, Kemal Taylan, Head of Marine at Petrol Ofisi, emphasized the dedication behind the milestone:
“Proud to continue leading Türkiye’s marine fuels market. PO/Marine stands as a testament to our team’s firm commitment, operational resilience, and the deep trust placed in us by our partners across the global maritime community.”
This sentiment reflects the brand’s long-term focus on delivering exceptional service standards and reliable energy solutions as the shipping industry steers through a complex, transitional era.
Balancing Domestic Strength and Transit Reach
PO/Marine’s sustained leadership is anchored by a formidable dual-engine sales strategy. The company dominated local waters, claiming a commanding 46.3% share of domestic sales, proving its indispensable role in supporting coastal and national maritime traffic.
Simultaneously, the company maintained a firm grip on international trade corridors, capturing 37.5% of transit sales. This dual dominance highlights PO/Marine’s logistical edge, reliable supply chain infrastructure, and ability to meet the rigorous fueling demands of global shipowners navigating Turkish straits and regional hubs.
Pioneering Sustainable Marine Fuels and Compliance
As global shipping accelerates its decarbonization journey, PO/Marine has taken decisive steps to stay ahead of regulatory shifts, including the Mediterranean’s Emission Control Area (ECA) implementation. The company successfully executed its initial bunkering operations for Ultra-Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (ULSFO) and advanced its environmental capabilities following the landmark rollout of ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) for sustainable biofuel handling.
Further strengthening this green transition, Petrol Ofisi Group expanded its next-generation fleet with Wolf-1, Türkiye’s first zero-emission green product oil tanker, followed closely by Wolf-2. These 100% Turkish-engineered, state-of-the-art green tankers equipped with alternative fuel capabilities provide a powerful competitive edge, ensuring that PO/Marine delivers compliant, sustainable energy solutions in domestic and international waters alike.
Strategic Geography and Coastal Infrastructure
Türkiye’s unique geographic position bridging Europe and Asia makes it a cornerstone of global maritime commerce, anchored by critical waterways like the Turkish Straits. The Dardanelles Strait, connecting the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara, Bosphorus sees an annual transit of approximately 40,000 vessels, establishing these passages among the busiest and most vital shipping lanes in the world. Key ports such as Istanbul, Izmir, Mersin, and Aliağa further drive this high-volume trade network.
Operating along an extensive 8,300-kilometer coastline, Petrol Ofisi Marine leverages this strategic geography through unmatched operational capability. Supported by robust terminals, including a key facility along the Bozcaada line, and dedicated regional barges, PO/Marine delivers seamless, round-the-clock bunkering services across all Turkish seas. This extensive infrastructure ensures the company meets the complex demands of global shipowners while reinforcing Türkiye’s indispensable status in international maritime trade. For inquiries regarding operations in Çanakkale, Bozcaada, or Aliağa, the PO/Marine team remains readily accessible.
A Benchmark for Reliability
In 2025, Surpassing 900,000 tons in an increasingly competitive environment reinforces PO/Marine’s status as a benchmark for operational excellence in the bunker industry. As shipowners face mounting pressure to optimize fuel procurement and meet evolving environmental standards, PO/Marine’s unwavering consistency continues to set the standard for marine energy distribution in the region.
PO/Marine in Brief
Since its foundation in 1941, Petrol Ofisi, Türkiye’s leading fuel company, has propelled the marine industry forward. Thanks to decades of experience, a robust infrastructure, and a customer-oriented approach, PO/Marine effectively meets the diverse demands of the marine industry. By prioritizing safety and adherence to ISO standards (8217:2017), PO/Marine provides 24/7 bunkering services to both domestic and international customers, with no excise tax.
Expanding its international presence, PO/Marine serves a wide range of customers through a reliable network of suppliers worldwide. The company provides uninterrupted service in the Istanbul region through its Derince Terminal in the Marmara Region, a highly trafficked area for vessels. In addition to supplying fuel to local ships at all ports across Türkiye, PO/Marine also delivers bunkering services to foreign vessels transiting the Bosphorus.
PO/Marine stands out as the leading bunker fuel supplier in the Eastern Mediterranean, offering a diverse range of products, logistics capacity, and market efficiency. With multiple marine terminals and floating stations positioned along Türkiye’s entire coastline, PO/Marine is the only brand capable of supplying bunker fuel in all Turkish seas.
Source: PO/Marine