Ticaret Odası

What Ticaret Odası does

İMEAK Deniz Ticaret Odası Fethiye Şubesi is the Fethiye regional branch of İMEAK Deniz Ticaret Odası (Türkiye Odalar ve Borsalar Birliği / TOBB Deniz Ticaret Odası), a non-profit chamber of commerce established on December 16, 1998 under Law No. 5174 to serve maritime businesses in the Fethiye-Göcek region of Muğla province, Turkey. It serves approximately 550 members operating across yacht charter, marina operations, boat building, diving tourism, and ship agency segments, with operational coverage spanning from the Eşen River mouth to Ekincik Bay and responsibility for Fethiye and Göcek Port Directorates.

The Chamber's core service portfolio combines statutory regulatory functions with member-facing digital tools. Statutory offerings include activity certificate issuance (Faaliyet Belgesi) in Turkish and English, port service fees (Liman Hizmet Ücreti) calculated by vessel gross tonnage, tax-exempt fuel book certifications (ÖTV'siz Yakıt Alım Defteri) on a tiered GT basis, and freight revenue chamber shares from foreign vessels. Digital infrastructure consists of the DTO+ online member services platform, the DTO Envanter (Maritime Inventory) vessel and member registry, and iOS/Android mobile applications for member access. The Chamber also publishes the monthly Deniz Ticareti Dergisi (Maritime Trade Magazine), annual Sektör Raporları (Sector Reports), and EU/IMO bulletins.

Revenue is generated through annual membership dues based on member equity capital (collected in two installments, June and October), per-transaction certificate fees, port service fees, and fuel book certification charges. Distribution occurs through a single physical office in Fethiye, the online member portal, and mobile applications. The Chamber is accredited under ISO 9001 (since 2007), ISO 27001:2013 (first chamber in Turkey to achieve this), and TOBB 'A Class' Accreditation (renewed September 2022). Strategic initiatives include the Mavi Dalga sustainable marine tourism project with TURMEPA, D-Marin Göcek, and Fethiye Belediyesi, alongside international affiliations with IMO, BIMCO, ICS, Medcruise, and TYHA.

Name

Ticaret Odası

Legal name

İstanbul ve Marmara, Ege, Akdeniz, Karadeniz Bölgeleri (İMEAK) Deniz Ticaret Odası

Website

https://fethiye.denizticaretodasi.org.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

İMEAK Deniz Ticaret Odası Fethiye Şubesi is a Turkish non-profit maritime chamber of commerce serving ~550 members in the Fethiye-Göcek region, providing statutory certifications, port service fees, member dues, digital member services, and advocacy across yacht, marina, boat-building, and diving segments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime Chamber of Commerce

NAICS

Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883), Port and Harbor Operations (48831)

SIC

Water Transportation (4400), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Hazardous Materials (IMDG) & Dangerous Goods Compliance Services (TLAHANAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Maritime & Port Authorities (Public Ports, Harbors, Ferries Terminals) (BPAIALAF), Provisions, Stores & Bonded Supplies Coordination (TLAHAJAC), Maritime Safety, Security & Compliance (STCW/ISM/ISPS) (EDAOANAD)

Keywords

• Maritime chamber services
• Vessel registration services
• Maritime certification
• Port service fees
• Shipping industry advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Fethiye

HQ country

Türkiye

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues and Fees: Annual membership dues calculated based on member's equity capital, with additional (munzam) fees based on commercial profits. Collection in two installments in June and October.
2. Activity and Certification Fees: Fees for activity certificates (Faaliyet Belgesi) - Turkish 150 TL, English 400 TL, E-signed versions available at reduced rates
3. Port Service Fees and Freight Revenue Share: Liman Hizmet Ücreti (Port Service Fees) collected from Turkish and foreign-flagged vessels, and Navlun Hasılatı Oda Payı (Freight Revenue Chamber Share) from foreign vessels
4. Tax-Exempt Fuel Book Certification: Certification fees for ÖTV'siz Yakıt Alım Defteri (Tax-exempt fuel purchase books) based on vessel gross tonnage

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

İMEAK Deniz Ticaret Odası Fethiye Şubesi (Fethiye Branch of the Turkish Chamber of Shipping) is a regional non-profit chamber of commerce serving maritime businesses in the Fethiye-Göcek region of Turkey. It provides membership registration, activity certificates (Faaliyet Belgesi), vessel dues and port service fee collection, tax-exempt fuel book certification, training, publications (Deniz Ticareti Dergisi, sector reports), digital services via the DTO+ platform, and regulatory representation for the maritime tourism sector.

Product overview

İMEAK Deniz Ticaret Odası Fethiye Şubesi operates as a regional chamber of commerce serving the maritime tourism sector in the Fethiye and Göcek area. The organization's service portfolio centers on DTO+, an online member service platform providing membership operations, fee payments, and certificate issuance. Core offerings include vessel registration and inquiry systems, maritime inventory management, activity certificates, and fee collection services for port operations and tax-exempt fuel applications. The chamber also publishes the monthly Deniz Ticareti Dergisi (Maritime Trade Magazine), annual Sektör Raporları (Sector Reports), and Faaliyet Raporları (Activity Reports). A Sanal Ticaret Akademisi (Virtual Trade Academy) provides digital trade education. The chamber maintains approximately 550 members in the maritime tourism sector and is accredited under ISO 9001 and ISO 27001:2013 standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DTO+ (Digital Service Platform)
• Denizcilik Envanteri (Maritime Inventory)
• Faaliyet Belgesi (Activity Certificate)
• Gemi Aidat ve Liman Hizmet Ücretleri (Vessel Dues and Port Service Fees)
• ÖTV'siz Yakıt Uygulamaları (Tax-Exempt Fuel Applications)
• Üye Kayıt ve Sicil İşlemleri (Member Registration and Registry)
• Gemi Sorgulama (Vessel Inquiry)
• Sanal Ticaret Akademisi (Virtual Trade Academy)
• Deniz Ticareti Dergisi (Maritime Trade Magazine)
• Sektör Raporları (Sector Reports)

Quantifiable outcome

• ~550 members served in Fethiye region
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered moderate, core and minor.

• FONASBA/ECASBA (The Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents)moderateOthersInternational federation of ship brokers and agents associations, providing global networking and industry standards for maritime agencies
• EBA (European Boat Association)moderateOthersEuropean boat industry association representing maritime tourism and boat operators across Europe
• TYHA (The Yacht Harbour Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK-based association for yacht harbors, providing standards and best practices for marina operations - highly relevant for Fethiye/Göcek marinas
• TD-IHK (Türk Alman Ticaret ve Sanayi Odası / TATSO)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerTurkish-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry, facilitating cross-border trade and investment between Turkey and Germany
• Intercargo (International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners)minorOthersInternational association representing dry cargo shipowners globally
• MedcruisecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation of Mediterranean Cruise Ports, highly relevant for Fethiye's cruise port development initiatives
• IMO (International Maritime Organization)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnited Nations agency responsible for maritime safety, security, and environmental standards - publishes IMO Bulletins for members
• ICS (International Chamber of Shipping)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrincipal international shipping trade association representing national shipowners associations and shipping companies
• BIMCO (The Baltic and International Maritime Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor international shipping association providing standard contracts, clauses, and industry regulations
• IBIA (The International Bunker Industry Association)minorOthersAssociation representing the bunker (fuel) industry globally
• ICC/IMB (International Chamber of Commerce - International Maritime Bureau)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerCombating piracy and maritime fraud through the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre
• TOBB (Türkiye Odalar ve Borsalar Birliği)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization - Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey, providing accreditation and national representation
• Güney Ege Kalkınma Ajansı (GEKA)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional development agency providing funding support for projects like the Waste Water Collection Vessel and Cruise Port Feasibility Analysis
• Deniz Temiz Derneği / TURMEPA Fethiye ŞubesicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental organization operating the DTO FETHIYE waste collection vessel in Göcek area - partner in Mavi Dalga Project
• Fethiye BelediyesicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner in Mavi Dalga sustainable marine tourism project and environmental initiatives
• D-Marin GöcekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor marina operator in Göcek, partner in Mavi Dalga sustainable marine tourism project
• Seyehat Vakfı (The Travel Foundation)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational foundation providing funding and expertise for sustainable tourism initiatives - partner in Mavi Dalga Project
• Fethiye Mustafa Kemal Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Meslek LisesimoderateImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTechnical high school partnered for Model Boat Building Competition project to support vocational training in boat construction
• Piri Reis ÜniversitesimoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaritime university providing academic support and collaboration for maritime education and research

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA): Global association for the marine fuel (bunker) industry. Comparable as a maritime trade association dealing with vessel-side fuel regulation — relevant given İMEAK DTO's tax-exempt fuel certification services.
• BIMCO (Baltic and International Maritime Council): Major international shipping association providing standard contracts, clauses, and industry regulations. Directly comparable as a maritime trade body serving members with industry standards and publications — explicitly listed as a core strategic partner.
• International Chamber of Shipping (ICS): Principal international shipping trade association representing national shipowner associations globally. Directly comparable as a maritime trade chamber engaged in policy advocacy, regulatory representation, and sector intelligence — explicitly listed as a strategic partner of İMEAK DTO.
• European Boating Association (EBA): European boat industry association representing maritime tourism and boat operators across Europe. Directly comparable as a boating/maritime tourism trade association — listed as a partner of İMEAK DTO.
• The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA): UK-based association providing standards and best practices for marina operations. Directly comparable as a marina/yacht harbour trade association — a core strategic partner of İMEAK DTO Fethiye, whose region has 2,100+ yacht moorings.
• Medcruise: Association of Mediterranean Cruise Ports providing standards, data, and advocacy for cruise ports. Directly comparable as a maritime industry association and a core partner — relevant given İMEAK DTO's Cruise Port Feasibility Project in Fethiye.
• FONASBA / ECASBA: Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents. Directly comparable as a federation of maritime trade associations providing member services and industry standards — listed as a partner of İMEAK DTO.
• Intercargo: International association representing dry cargo shipowners globally. Directly comparable as a maritime trade association — listed as a partner of İMEAK DTO Fethiye Branch.

Others

• TOBB (Türkiye Odalar ve Borsalar Birliği): Parent union of all Turkish chambers and commodity exchanges. Related as the parent umbrella organization and accreditation body for İMEAK DTO; not a direct peer but the ecosystem in which the chamber operates and the source of its statutory authority.

Regional players

• UK Chamber of Shipping: National shipping trade association for the UK. Comparable as a national-level maritime chamber of commerce providing representation, compliance support, and publications, but operating in a different geography from İMEAK DTO Fethiye.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ticaret-odas%C4%B1

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Ticaret Odası