MARITIME CLAIM (Maritime Claims in Turkey – TTK 1352)

What Is a Maritime Claim? (What Is a Maritime Claim?)

A maritime claim is a special type of claim that arises from vessel operation, maritime trade activities, or sea transportation processes and can be subject to strong legal protective measures, such as ship arrest, under certain conditions. A maritime claim, being one of the most important mechanisms protecting creditor rights in maritime commercial law, is regulated under Article 1352 of the Turkish Commercial Code.

Maritime claims are special claims arising from vessel operations, maritime trade activities or sea transportation processes and may be secured through powerful legal remedies such as ship arrest. Maritime claims, one of the most important mechanisms protecting creditor rights in maritime law, are regulated under Article 1352 of the Turkish Commercial Code.

Maritime Claims Under the Turkish Commercial Code (Maritime Claims Under Turkish Commercial Code Article 1352)

Article 1352 of the Turkish Commercial Code clearly regulates which claims are considered maritime claims. In this context, claims directly related to vessel operation or maritime commercial activities acquire the nature of a maritime claim, and this situation provides creditors with strong collection possibilities.

Article 1352 of the Turkish Commercial Code clearly defines which claims qualify as maritime claims. Claims directly related to vessel operations or maritime commercial activities gain the status of maritime claims and provide creditors with strong enforcement rights.

Types of Maritime Claims

Under Turkish law, the main maritime claims are as follows:

Bunker and supply claims

Port, quay, and terminal fees

Crew wage claims

Freight and charterparty claims

Cargo damage and claims arising from carriage contracts

Damages arising from collision and maritime accidents

Ship maintenance, repair, and shipyard claims

Salvage claims

Other commercial claims arising from ship operations

The correct legal classification of these claims is crucial for the success of ship arrest and collection processes.

Under Turkish law, main maritime claims include bunker and supply claims, port and terminal charges, crew wages, freight and charterparty claims, cargo damage claims, collision damages, ship repair and shipyard claims, salvage claims and other commercial claims arising from vessel operations. Proper legal classification is crucial for successful ship arrest and recovery.

Recovery of Maritime Claims and Ship Arrest

One of the most effective legal ways to recover maritime claims is ship arrest. The creditor can secure their claim by ensuring the detention of the debtor’s vessel. Prompt legal intervention, especially during the short periods when the ship is in port, is vital for the successful collection of the claim.

2M Hukuk Law Firm, as a Tuzla-based maritime trade disputes office, takes swift action in the collection of maritime claims and effectively manages ship provisional arrest procedures from application to enforcement.

Ship arrest is one of the most effective remedies for recovering maritime claims. Creditors may secure their claims by detaining the debtor’s vessel. Rapid legal action during the vessel’s short stay at port is essential for successful recovery. 2M Hukuk Law Firm, a Tuzla-based maritime disputes office, provides fast legal intervention and manages ship arrest procedures from application to enforcement.

Maritime Claims and Port Disputes in Istanbul (Maritime Claims in Istanbul Ports)

Istanbul is one of Turkey’s busiest maritime trade centers, with thousands of commercial vessels operating annually in Ambarlı, Haydarpaşa, and Zeytinburnu ports. Due to this intense commercial activity, maritime claims arising from bunker claims, port charges, cargo damage, charterparty, and carriage contracts frequently emerge.

2M Hukuk Law Firm provides legal services to domestic and international clients for the collection of maritime claims arising in Istanbul ports, ship provisional arrest applications, and maritime trade disputes.

Istanbul is one of Turkey’s busiest maritime trade hubs, with thousands of commercial vessels operating annually at Ambarlı, Haydarpaşa and Zeytinburnu ports. Due to this high level of activity, bunker claims, port charges, cargo claims and charterparty disputes frequently arise. 2M Hukuk Law Firm provides legal services for maritime claim recovery and ship arrest procedures in Istanbul ports.

Istanbul, Collection of Maritime Claims in Tuzla, Kocaeli, and Yalova Ports (Maritime Claims Across Tuzla, Kocaeli and Yalova)

Tuzla Shipyards Region, Kocaeli İzmit Gulf ports, and Yalova/Altınova shipyards are among Turkey’s most important shipbuilding and maintenance centers, and maritime claim disputes are frequently observed in these regions. Ship maintenance and repair claims, shipyard contracts, fuel supply claims, and commercial disputes arising from ship operation are concentrated in these regions.

Tuzla-based 2M Hukuk Law Firm rapidly conducts vessel identification, evidence preparation, court applications, and collection processes in these regions.

Tuzla Shipyards Region, Kocaeli Gulf ports and Yalova/Altınova shipyards are among Turkey’s major shipbuilding and repair hubs where maritime claim disputes frequently arise. Ship repair claims, shipyard contracts and bunker supply claims are common in these regions. 2M Hukuk Law Firm conducts vessel identification, evidence preparation and recovery procedures rapidly from its Tuzla-based office.

International Maritime Claims and Foreign Vessels (International Maritime Claims and Foreign Vessels)

Legal action can also be initiated against foreign-flagged vessels calling at Turkish ports due to maritime claims. Within the scope of international maritime trade practices and Turkish law, the collection of claims arising from foreign vessels and the precautionary arrest of ships are possible.

Legal action may also be initiated against foreign-flagged vessels calling at Turkish ports. Maritime claims against international vessels may be enforced under Turkish law and international maritime practices.

Time Limits and Legal Risks in Maritime Claims

In maritime claims, statutes of limitations, evidence collection processes, and procedural actions are of great importance. Choosing the wrong legal path or failing to comply with deadlines can lead to difficult-to-remedy losses of rights. Therefore, expert legal assistance is necessary for maritime claims.

Limitation periods, evidence preservation and procedural requirements are critical in maritime claims. Failure to follow proper procedures or deadlines may result in irreversible legal losses, making professional legal assistance essential.

Why Choose 2M Hukuk Law Firm?

2M Hukuk Law Firm, based in Tuzla, operates along the Istanbul–Kocaeli–Yalova port and shipyard corridor. It is a TR\/EN bilingual maritime trade dispute resolution firm that takes swift action in maritime claim collection and ship arrest processes. We provide legal consultancy and representation services to shipowners, operators, charterers, bunker suppliers, and international shipping companies.

2M Hukuk Law Firm is a Tuzla-based maritime law office providing rapid legal action in maritime claim recovery and ship arrest across the Istanbul–Kocaeli–Yalova port and shipyard corridor. We represent shipowners, operators, charterers, bunker suppliers and international maritime companies.

Legal Assistance for Maritime Claims

For the securing and collection of your maritime claims, you can contact 2M Hukuk Law Firm.

For legal assistance regarding maritime claims and debt recovery in Turkey, contact 2M Hukuk Law Firm.