Petrol Ofisi Group’s marine fuels division, PO/Marine, has once again secured the leading position in Turkey’s bunker fuel market, marking its seventh consecutive year at the top, according to Ship & Bunker.
In a LinkedIn post cited by Ship & Bunker, PO/Marine reported holding a 39.2% share of Turkey’s marine fuels market in 2025. The company attributed its continued dominance to strong performance in both domestic sales and transit business, stating it aims to remain “a reliable companion at sea.”
Year-on-Year Growth
The latest figures show notable growth compared to the previous year. Ship & Bunker reports that Petrol Ofisi had earlier disclosed PO/Marine supplied close to 1 million mt of bunker fuels in 2024, which represented a 36.1% share of total Turkish bunker sales at the time. That earlier figure was based on data from Turkey’s Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK).
Comparing the two periods, PO/Marine’s market share increased by 3.1 percentage points from 2024 to 2025, according to the figures reported by Ship & Bunker.
Does This Matter to You?
Market share data from major bunker suppliers can offer useful context for vessel operators and charterers planning fuel procurement strategies in the Eastern Mediterranean and Turkish Straits region. A supplier maintaining a dominant position for seven consecutive years may indicate consistency in supply reliability and infrastructure within Turkish ports and transit points.
For bunker traders and fuel buyers operating in or near Turkish waters, understanding which suppliers control significant market share can inform decisions around counterparty selection and regional fuel availability. However, the source material does not provide specific details on pricing, fuel quality, or delivery performance that would allow for a more direct assessment of operational impact.
Looking Ahead
The source material does not include forward-looking statements from Petrol Ofisi regarding future market strategy or projected share for 2026. The reported figures reflect performance data for the 2025 calendar year as disclosed by the company itself.
Gulf Bunkering does not provide operational or security guidance. This article is for informational purposes only. Operators should consult flag state authorities, P&I clubs, and relevant advisories for decisions relating to transit planning.
Sources: Ship & Bunker
