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SkipperDesk Editorial Team
The SkipperDesk Editorial Team is made up of writers who follow the Turkish maritime industry closely and understand the realities of daily operations. Our content is crafted to be practical, verifiable and industry-specific for vessel owners, captains, agencies and crew.
Our areas of expertise range from ÖTV and VAT regulations to APA accounting, from charter contract management to crew certification. We curate global maritime news, interpret its relevance to the Turkish market, and share operational know-how through evergreen guides.
Our editorial principle: we source information from reputable maritime authorities (IMO, the STCW framework, national maritime authorities and leading industry publications), review it for relevance to Turkish maritime operations, and make it actionable.
Areas of Expertise
Regulation & Tax
We interpret ÖTV, VAT, fuel logbooks and maritime regulations for the Turkish market.
Charter & APA
We produce practical content on charter operations, APA accounting and guest settlements.
Crew & Certification
We provide current, verified information on STCW, certificate tracking and crew management.
Voyage & Maintenance
We prepare guides on voyage planning, engine-hour maintenance and operational efficiency.