Port Yarımca

What Port Yarımca does

Port Yarımca (legal entity: OYAK NYK RO-RO Liman İşletmeleri A.Ş.) is a purpose-built, automotive-only Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) port terminal located in Körfez, Kocaeli Province, Türkiye. Established in 2018 as a joint venture between OYAK (the Turkish Armed Forces Mutual Fund and one of Turkey's largest industrial conglomerates) and Japan's NYK Group (a global automotive shipping operator with 17 other automotive ports worldwide), the facility became operational in 2020. It occupies 235,000 m² of total infrastructure, including a 540m x 70m berth with 12–14m water depth capable of handling two ~220m vessels simultaneously, a 13,500-vehicle multi-storey covered car park (MSCP) with EV charging, a 4,500-vehicle open yard, a 434-vehicle warehouse, and a dedicated 15,000 m² High & Heavy (H&H) handling area for machinery and project cargo. The annual vehicle handling capacity is 780,000 units.

The company's product surface is organized around an integrated service stack: stevedoring (vessel loading/unloading), terminal handling (vehicle driving, parking, grouping, relocation), storage (open yard, MSCP, warehouse), Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI — washing, damage control, paint thickness, underbody inspection), and value-added services (battery charging, tire replacement, fuel refill). Operations are coordinated by a proprietary Terminal Operating System (TOS) that delivers real-time VIN identification, Smart Vision yard visualization, berth plan visualization, an electronic gate reservation system, a KPI monitoring panel, and handheld terminal vehicle handover tracking.

Port Yarımca operates a B2B enterprise sales model, winning multi-year finished-vehicle logistics contracts via competitive tenders from international automotive manufacturers. Revenue is generated on a per-vessel tariff (stevedoring and berthing) plus per-vehicle transaction fees for handling, storage, PDI, and H&H services, with a published 'Port Yarımca Tariff Of Vessel Services 2026' governing commercial terms. The disclosed flagship customer is Stellantis Group, serving Peugeot, Citroën, DS, and Opel brands since winning the 2021 Bitmiş Araç Lojistiği tender. The facility is certified across ISO 9001 (Quality), 14001 (Environment), 45001 (OHS), 10002 (Customer Satisfaction), and 27001:2022 (Information Security).

Name

Port Yarımca

Legal name

OYAK NYK RO-RO Liman İşletmeleri A.Ş.

Website

https://portyarimca.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Port Yarımca is a purpose-built, automotive-only Ro-Ro port terminal in Kocaeli, Turkey, jointly owned by OYAK and NYK Group. It provides stevedoring, vehicle storage, PDI, H&H handling, and value-added services to international automotive OEMs via a proprietary Terminal Operating System.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Automotive Ro-Ro Port Terminal Services

NAICS

Port and Harbor Operations (488310), Marine Cargo Handling (488320), Marine Cargo Handling (48832)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Storage & Yard Management (Compound Operations, Inventory Control) (TLAHACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

High & Heavy / Project Ro-Ro Handling (Construction, Mining & Oversize Equipment) (TLAHACAI), Terminal Cargo Handling & Yard Operations (Receiving, Staging, Delivery) (TLAHALAB)

Keywords

• Automotive ro-ro terminal
• Vehicle port logistics
• Finished vehicle logistics
• Ro-ro stevedoring services
• Automotive terminal handling

Headquarters

HQ city

Körfez

HQ country

Türkiye

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Terminal Handling and Stevedoring: Core terminal operations revenue from vessel loading/unloading (stevedoring), vehicle handover control, vehicle driving and parking, vehicle grouping, and vehicle relocation services. Charged per vessel service tariff.
2. Storage and Stockpiling: Vehicle storage services including open yard storage (4,500 vehicles capacity) and multi-storey covered car park (MSCP) storage (13,500 vehicles). Also includes long-term warehouse services (434 vehicle capacity in dedicated warehouse).
3. Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) and Value-Added Services: PDI services including vehicle washing (automatic/manual), damage control, paint thickness measurement, underbody inspection, and part/equipment placement. Value-added services include battery charging, tire replacement, fuel refill, vehicle grouping, and equipment support.
4. High & Heavy (H&H) Handling: Specialized handling of machinery, components, and project cargoes including H&H cosmetic control, driving and parking services for heavy cargo on dedicated 15,000 m² H&H area.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Port Yarımca operates a dedicated automotive Ro-Ro terminal on a 235,000 m² site in Körfez, Kocaeli, Turkey, providing end-to-end finished vehicle logistics services for international automobile brands. The integrated service portfolio covers vessel stevedoring, terminal handling, vehicle storage (open yards and 13,500-vehicle multi-storey car park), pre-delivery inspection (PDI), High & Heavy (H&H) cargo handling, and value-added services managed through a proprietary Terminal Operating System (TOS). Operations support an annual capacity of 780,000 vehicles via a 540m × 70m berth capable of simultaneous two-vessel handling.

Product overview

Port Yarımca operates as a unified Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) port facility serving the automotive logistics sector. The company offers an integrated suite of terminal services centered around its Terminal Operating System platform, which enables real-time vehicle tracking, operational planning, and gate management. The service portfolio includes core port operations (Terminal Handling, Stevedoring, Storage, H&H Handling), pre-delivery inspection (PDI) services, and value-added services such as washing, battery charging, and tire replacement. The facility features extensive physical infrastructure including open yards, a multi-storey car park, berths, and gate complexes. The company serves major automotive brands including Stellantis Group brands (Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Opel).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Terminal Handling (Terminal Elleçleme) Vehicle handover control, vehicle driving and parking, stock location inquiry, vehicle grouping, and relocation services within the terminal. Designed for automotive manufacturers and logistics providers using the Ro-Ro facility.
• Stevedoring (Vessel Loading/Unloading) Vessel survey, loading and unloading operations, lashing/unlashing, and quality control during vessel operations. Supports Ro-Ro carriers serving international automotive manufacturers.
• Storage (Stoklama) Vehicle storage services spanning 4,500-vehicle open yard capacity, 13,500-vehicle Multi-Storey Car Park (MSCP) with EV charging, and a 434-vehicle warehouse (antrepo) for long-term stockpiling. Tailored for international automotive manufacturers requiring temporary to long-term storage.
• High & Heavy (H&H) Handling Specialized handling of machinery, components, and project cargoes on a dedicated 15,000 m² H&H area, including H&H cosmetic control, driving and parking of heavy cargo, and operator services. Targets automotive OEMs shipping large or project cargo.
• Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Pre-delivery inspection services including automatic and manual vehicle washing, damage inspection, paint thickness measurement, underbody inspection, and parts/equipment placement. Designed for automotive manufacturers requiring inspection before final delivery.
• Value-Added Services Battery charging, tire replacement, fuel refilling, vehicle grouping, lashing/unlashing, washing, High & Heavy operator services, and equipment support for automotive vehicles stored or handled at the terminal.
• Warehouse (Antrepo) Dedicated long-term warehouse storage facility with 434-vehicle capacity for stockpiling automotive vehicles requiring extended dwell time at the terminal.
• Terminal Operating System (TOS) Platform Proprietary terminal management platform providing real-time VIN identification, operational planning, Smart Vision yard visualization, berth plan visualization, electronic gate reservation system support, web interface for cargo information, KPI panel data management, and handheld terminal vehicle handover tracking. Deployed internally to manage Port Yarımca's operations and provide visibility to automotive customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 780,000 vehicles/year handling capacity
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• OYAK (Otomotiv Yan Sanayii Kümelenmesi / OYAK Group)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOYAK (Otomotiv Yan Sanayii Kümelenmesi) / OYAK Group is the majority partner and parent company of the joint venture OYAK NYK Ro-Ro Liman İşletmeleri A.Ş. OYAK provides the Turkish market access, industrial relationships, and domestic infrastructure for the port operation. The port is branded under the joint venture entity.
• NYK Group (Nippon Yusen Kaisha)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNYK Group is one of the world's leading automotive logistics providers, operating 17 automotive ports globally before entering the Turkish market. The joint venture with OYAK established Port Yarımca, bringing NYK's global automotive logistics expertise, standards, and international customer network to the Turkish operation.
• Stellantis GroupflagshipOthersStellantis Group (comprising Peugeot, Citroën, DS, and Opel brands) won Port Yarımca's first major finished vehicle logistics tender. Port Yarımca provides port handling, storage, terminal, and technical support services for Stellantis vehicles for 2022–2023. This is the terminal's flagship customer partnership.
• OYAK SGS (OYAK Güvenlik ve Eğitim Hizmetleri)minorOthersPort Yarımca's port security is provided by OYAK SGS, a subsidiary within the OYAK Group. OYAK SGS provides comprehensive security services for the terminal.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DFDS: DFDS is a major European shipping and logistics group with Ro-Ro ferry services, contract logistics, and finished vehicle handling operations. It is a broad incumbent peer across finished vehicle transport and integrated terminal/port services for automotive customers.
• Grimaldi Group: Grimaldi operates a large Mediterranean and global Ro-Ro network with port terminal operations at multiple Mediterranean locations, including vehicle and cargo handling. It is a broad incumbent peer in Mediterranean finished vehicle Ro-Ro logistics with overlapping automotive customers.
• NYK Line (Nippon Yusen Kaisha) — Global Automotive Port Network: NYK Group operates 17 automotive ports globally and is the parent JV partner of Port Yarımca. While not a competitor, it is the most strategically relevant comparable given the shared global automotive-port operating model, Ro-Ro vessel services, and customer relationships.
• CMA CGM (Ro-Ro & Terminal Activities): CMA CGM is a global shipping and logistics group that operates Ro-Ro vessels (through its subsidiaries) and port terminals, with exposure to finished vehicle transport. It is a broad incumbent comparable for global vehicle logistics with both ocean and terminal presence.

Regional players

• Marseille Fos Port (Ro-Ro Terminals): The Port of Marseille Fos operates dedicated Ro-Ro and finished-vehicle terminals serving Mediterranean and North African automotive trade routes. It is a regional comparable for Mediterranean finished vehicle terminal operations with overlapping customer segments in European automotive logistics.

Direct peers

• UECC (United European Car Carriers): UECC is a European-focused Ro-Ro operator specializing in finished vehicle and high-and-heavy cargo transport, with terminal services in key European ports. It is a directly comparable finished-vehicle ocean and terminal services peer for Port Yarımca's customer segment.
• Wallenius Wilhelmsen: Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the world's largest Ro-Ro operator and an integrated finished-vehicle logistics provider, combining ocean shipping, terminal operations, and inland vehicle distribution. It is a directly comparable finished-vehicle Ro-Ro and terminal services peer serving global automotive OEMs.
• Höegh Autoliners: Höegh Autoliners is a global deep-sea Ro-Ro operator serving finished vehicle OEMs with both ocean transport and integrated terminal handling at origin and destination ports. It is a direct comparable in finished vehicle ocean Ro-Ro logistics, with frequent port-call and terminal-service overlap with Port Yarımca's customer base.
• Autoport Turkey: Autoport Turkey operates a major Ro-Ro terminal on the Marmara Sea for finished vehicle handling, providing vehicle storage, PDI, and Ro-Ro stevedoring services to international automotive OEMs. It is the most direct head-to-head competitor to Port Yarımca in Turkish finished vehicle logistics.

Emerging players

• BLG Logistics (Automotive Terminals): BLG Logistics operates one of Europe's largest vehicle terminal networks, providing finished vehicle handling, PDI, and technical services to global automotive OEMs. It is an emerging player comparable in the finished vehicle terminal services segment Port Yarımca addresses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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