London, United Kingdom | September 16, 2025 – In a strategic move unveiled during London International Shipping Week 2025, Hawks Group announced the launch of its latest international office: Hawks Group (UK) Ltd. This new presence in one of the world’s most influential maritime capitals marks a major milestone in the group’s ongoing global expansion.
As a vertically integrated marine fuel supplier, cargo and bunker trader, and fleet operator, Hawks Group’s entry into the London market strengthens its capabilities in North West Europe, a critical region for global shipping, energy logistics, and trade.
Hawks Group CEO Highlights London as Key Gateway to North West Europe
“Hawks Group (UK) Ltd will become our focal point for relations with suppliers and clients in North West Europe,” said Mr. Hassan Rifau, CEO of Hawks Group. “London remains a leading centre for shipping, insurance, finance and bunkering – and as Hawks is a tanker fleet owner, physical supplier, oil cargo and bunker trader worldwide, having an office in London was a natural strategic step in our global expansion plans.”
Veteran Bunker Trader Mehmet Özgür Yaycıoğlu to Lead London Office
The new London office will be headed by Mehmet Özgür Yaycıoğlu, who joins Hawks Group as Senior Bunker Trader with over 16 years of experience in marine fuel trading and physical supply.
Mehmet previously held senior roles at Med Petroleum DMCC and CYE Petrol, managing trading strategies, client relationships, and supply operations across the Mediterranean region.
A graduate in Economics from Yeditepe University, he brings both strategic insight and hands-on operational expertise—positioning him as a strong asset in Hawks Group’s growth across North West Europe.
London: A Natural Home for Global Bunker Trading
London’s status as a global hub for shipping, insurance, arbitration, energy trading, and maritime law makes it a logical addition to Hawks Group’s international network. The city’s unparalleled connectivity and concentration of maritime professionals offer fertile ground for business development, strategic alliances, and innovation in sustainable marine fuels and energy solutions.
The London office will serve as a key touchpoint for the company’s existing partners in Europe, while enabling closer collaboration with stakeholders across the Atlantic, Baltic, Mediterranean, and African bunkering markets.
A Global Network Built on Service, Compliance & Growth
The launch of Hawks Group (UK) Ltd. continues the Group’s ongoing investment in global expansion, which has seen the establishment of offices in:
- Maldives (Headquarters)
- Dubai
- Singapore
- Monaco
- Shanghai
- Kuala Lumpur
- Colombo
- Istanbul
- London
With over 500,000 metric tonnes of bunkers and cargo traded globally in 2024, Hawks Group continues to deliver on its promise of reliability, regulatory compliance, and client-centric service across diverse geographies and markets.
About Hawks Group
Hawks Group is a leading global supplier and trader of marine fuels and cargo, headquartered in the Maldives. As a licensed physical supplier in the Maldives, Sri Lanka, and high seas across the Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea, the company operates a fleet of tankers and barges and facilitates global marine energy transactions through its strategically placed offices across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
The Group is known for its commitment to fuel quality assurance, on-time delivery, and tailored trading solutions, serving commercial fleets, offshore installations, and luxury vessels worldwide.
Source The Hawks Group