Arkas Container Tracking

Arkas Line stands as a leading Turkish container shipping company with a comprehensive network spanning the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and North African regions. Since its founding in 1944 as an international transportation company within the diversified Arkas Holding, the carrier has evolved into one of Turkey’s most prominent maritime operators, expanding into ship ownership.

A distinctive characteristic of Arkas Line’s service portfolio is its extensive coverage of secondary and tertiary ports throughout the Eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea basins. The company operates regular services connecting Turkish industrial centers with over 50 ports across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, utilizing a modern fleet of container vessels specifically designed for regional trade requirements.

Arkas succeed in the automotive and textile logistics sectors, providing just-in-time transportation solutions for Turkey’s growing manufacturing industry. The carrier operates dedicated ro-ro services alongside its container operations, offering flexible capacity for finished vehicle transportation between Turkish production facilities and European markets.

An interesting historical aspect of Arkas Line is its origins within one of Turkey’s oldest family-owned industrial conglomerates, founded by Lucien Arkas in the early 20th century. This heritage provides the shipping division with exceptional financial stability and long-term strategic vision uncommon among regional carriers. The company’s corporate headquarters in Izmir reflects its deep roots in Turkey’s Aegean region, historically a center of maritime trade.

The company’s environmental initiatives include investments in fuel-efficient vessels and participation in Mediterranean clean shipping programs, aligning with Turkey’s growing focus on sustainable maritime transportation. Arkas Line’s deep understanding of regional trade dynamics and customs procedures has established it as a preferred partner for Turkish exporters and European importers seeking reliable Mediterranean transportation solutions.