Why owners choose Turkish crew
Strong academies
ITU Maritime Faculty, Piri Reis and state maritime high schools deliver disciplined, technically grounded officers.
Shipyard-bred engineers
Exposure to Turkey's large shipbuilding and repair sector produces engineers who are confident in maintenance, dockings and retrofits.
Trade-route familiarity
Black Sea, Med, and worldwide trading experience across bulkers, tankers, and container feeders.
Competitive senior ranks
Attractive wage positioning for experienced officers relative to comparable EU-certified pools.
Ranks we supply from Turkey
Certification, verification & flag recognition
How we deploy Turkish crew to your fleet
Enquiry & profile match
Share vessel type, trading pattern, budget and vetting profile — we shortlist matching Turkish candidates.
Screening & verification
Certificates verified at source; sea service, references, medicals and background checks completed.
Documentation & endorsements
Flag endorsements, visas, travel and MLC-compliant SEA contracts handled end-to-end.
Joining & ongoing management
Coordinated joining, 24/7 support, payroll, reliefs and performance appraisal through one desk.
Turkish crew — frequently asked questions
Which vessel types suit Turkish crew best?
Bulk carriers, product and chemical tankers, general cargo and container feeders — with growing numbers of officers experienced on larger deep-sea tonnage.
Are Turkish certificates internationally recognised?
Yes — Turkish STCW certification is recognised by major flag states, with endorsements arranged as part of Xfinity's documentation service.
What makes Turkish engineers attractive?
Many have worked alongside Turkey's shipbuilding and repair industry, bringing strong practical maintenance and drydock skills to the engine room.
How are Turkish crew engaged?
Via Xfinity's vetted Turkish manning partners under MLC-compliant contracts, with Xfinity coordinating screening, joining and ongoing crew management.
Other crewing nations
Indonesian Crew →
Georgian Crew →
Filipino Crew →Build your Turkish crew plan
Tell us your fleet profile and we'll propose a Turkish or mixed-nationality complement with wage indications, availability and deployment timeline — usually within 48 hours.