Şadan Kaptanoğlu, candidate for the Chairpersonship of the Board of Directors of the Turkish Chamber of Shipping (İMEAK) and Leader of the New Route at Sea Movement, noted on the Yeşil Ufuk (Green Horizon) program presented by Dünya Taşlardan on CNBC-e that global maritime is undergoing one of the greatest transformations in its history, and stated that Türkiye needs a new working approach throughout this process.
Dr. Şadan Kaptanoğlu, Leader of the New Route at Sea Movement, appeared as a guest on the Yeşil Ufuk (Green Horizon) program broadcast on CNBC-e. Answering questions from Dünya Taşlardan, Kaptanoğlu addressed key topics shaping the future of maritime, ranging from the green transition to maritime trade security, digitalization to Türkiye's global competitiveness, financing the transformation to the role of women and youth in the industry
Şadan Kaptanoğlu, candidate for the Chairpersonship of the Board of Directors of the Turkish Chamber of Shipping (İMEAK), stated that putting the lives of seafarers at risk in conflict zones, particularly in the Black Sea, is unacceptable.
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We came together with the esteemed names who have led KOSDER — one of our maritime sector's most valued organizations — from past to present: Mr. Hüseyin Kocabaş, Salih Zeki Çakır, Pınar Kalkavan, Hakan Çendik, and current President Ms. Neslihan Torlak Gönençer, to evaluate the sector's priorities, expectations, and future goals. At the gathering, held with the participation of board members, we sincerely discussed the current state of Turkish maritime affairs, its future, and the steps that need to be taken to carry it forward.
The visit, hosted by KOSDER Board Chair Neslihan Torlak Gönençer and board members, was also attended by KOSDER Honorary President Capt. Salih Zeki Çakır, along with the association's former presidents Pınar Kalkavan Sesel, Hüseyin Kocabaş, and Hakan Çendik. Meeting with sector representatives during the visit, Kaptanoğlu stated that, if elected, they aim to further strengthen the sector's representation within the Istanbul Chamber of Shipping (İMEAK) through a shared wisdom and participatory management approach. Sharing the projects prepared in line with the "A New Route at Sea" vision, Kaptanoğlu also offered assessments on the current challenges facing the maritime sector and proposed solutions.
“Each of us may be on a different course, but we are all navigating the same currents. Our goal should not be to keep pace with change, but to shape and manage it together.”
Following her announcement as a candidate for the Presidency of the Board of Directors of the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping, Şadan Kaptanoğlu met with members of the maritime press to share her priorities and vision for the future of the sector.
Kaptanoğlu outlined eight strategic priorities for the future of Turkish shipping, including adapting to a changing world, strengthening member representation, delivering tangible value to members, leading the sector’s green transition, amplifying Türkiye’s voice internationally, enhancing public-private-NGO collaboration, ensuring equal support for all branches and professions, and creating greater opportunities for young professionals and women.
Kaptanoğlu aims to transform the Chamber of Shipping into an institution focused on measurable outcomes and lasting value rather than visibility. Under her vision, the Chamber will evolve from simply identifying challenges into a proactive platform that mobilizes the collective expertise of the maritime sector and delivers practical solutions for its members.
Kaptanoğlu stated that the maritime sector is facing significant transformations across multiple areas, including digitalization, green transition, alternative fuels, access to finance, rising cost pressures, and global competition. “Each of us may be on our own course, but we are all navigating the same currents. Our goal should not be merely to adapt to change, but to manage change together,” she said.
“Holding meetings, preparing reports, and setting agendas are, of course, important; but true success is measured by whether these efforts yield tangible results on the ground. What the maritime sector needs today are solutions that make a difference in members’ daily lives, reduce costs, streamline processes, and enhance competitiveness,” she said.
Noting that the Turkish maritime sector has recently undergone a multifaceted transformation process, Kaptanoğlu highlighted the need to simultaneously address critical issues such as digitalization, the green transition, alternative fuels, access to financing, rising cost pressures, and global competition. She emphasized that the Chamber of Maritime Trade must adopt a faster, more technically oriented, inclusive, and results-oriented structure in the coming period.
Stating that they aim for a DTO approach in which members are not left to fend for themselves in the areas of decarbonization, alternative fuels, energy efficiency, and green finance, Kaptanoğlu emphasized that this transformation should be viewed not merely as a cost but as a new competitive arena for the Turkish shipping industry.
Şadan Kaptanoğlu, the first Turkish and first female President of BIMCO, said the Chamber of Shipping should evolve into a faster, more technically driven, more inclusive and results-oriented institution to meet the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly changing maritime industry.
Highlighting the need to unite all industry stakeholders around shared objectives, Şadan Kaptanoğlu said her campaign will focus on a participatory management approach aimed at strengthening Türkiye’s maritime sector both domestically and on the global stage.
Şadan Kaptanoğlu has announced her candidacy for the presidency of the IMEAK Chamber of Maritime Commerce. “I am setting out to lead Turkish shipping into the future with collective wisdom and a strong vision,” she said.
Şadan Kaptanoğlu, who has launched her campaign under the name “A New Route at Sea,” declared her candidacy for the presidency of the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping (DTO) in a video shared on the campaign’s official account.
Şadan Kaptanoğlu, Chair of TURMEPA, announced her candidacy for the position of Chair of the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping Board of Directors through a statement shared on the social media platform “A New Route at Sea.”
Prominent Turkish shipping executive Şadan Kaptanoğlu has announced her candidacy for the presidency of the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping in a video statement.
Şadan Kaptanoğlu launched the “A New Course at Sea” movement and announced her candidacy for the Chairmanship of the Board of Directors of the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping. In a video statement, Kaptanoğlu said: “Dear maritime professionals, as a representative of collective wisdom, a spirit of unity, and a strong vision, I am announcing my candidacy for the presidency of the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping.”
In her candidacy announcement, Kaptanoğlu emphasised the importance of bringing all stakeholders of the sector together around common goals, stating that they will pursue a participatory management approach to help Turkish shipping achieve a stronger position both nationally and internationally.
Şadan Kaptanoğlu has announced her candidacy for the presidency of the İMEAK Chamber of Shipping. “I am embarking on this journey to lead Turkish shipping into the future through collective wisdom and a strong vision,” Kaptanoğlu said.
