In a major milestone for Turkey’s maritime industry, Sefine Shipyard—proudly represented by OKT Shipping Ltd. for worldwide clients since its early years—has successfully welcomed the first vessel into its brand-new floating dock, marking the start of an exciting new operational era.

With dimensions of 360 meters in length, 58 meters internal width, and a lifting capacity of 75,000 tons, this state-of-the-art dock stands as one of the largest of its kind in the region. More than just a technical upgrade, the launch of this floating dock reflects Sefine Shipyard’s expanding global vision and strategic commitment to long-term growth.

This addition brings Sefine’s total number of large docks to three, significantly strengthening its capacity to handle complex, large-scale repair and conversion projects:

Dock No.1 – A 240m x 42m graving dock designed for Post-Panamax vessels up to 90,000 DWT
Dock No.2 – A 282m x 47m Aframax-type floating dock suitable for vessels up to 120,000 DWT
Dock No.3 – The newly commissioned 360m x 58m floating dock with a 75,000-ton lifting capacity

Thanks to this expansion, Sefine Shipyard is not only enhancing its operational footprint but also reinforcing its position as a regional hub for high-quality, large-scale marine projects. It’s a step forward not just for Sefine, but for the competitiveness of Turkish ship repair and shipbuilding on the global stage.

At OKT Shipping Ltd., we are proud to be part of this journey—and to support our partners, shipowners, and operators with direct access to one of the most advanced shipyards in the region.
Source: OKT Shipping Ltd.