⚓ FIXSHIPS

FIXSHIPS Ship Brokering and Shipping Trading Ltd is a global maritime and logistics solutions provider delivering ship brokering, chartering management, and international freight coordination across the world’s major trade routes.
We operate as a strategic intelligence hub, connecting cargo interests, shipowners, operators, and logistics partners through precise, data‑driven, and partnership‑focused shipping solutions.

Our mission is simple:
to match the right ship with the right cargo at the right time—every time.

The name FIXSHIPS reflects our operational philosophy and the integrated framework that guides every decision:

  Letter Meaning   

F Freight   

I Intelligence  

X Exchange   

S Shipping   

H Hub  

I International   

P Partnership   

S Solutions    

This structure defines FIXSHIPS as a Freight Intelligence Exchange—a global Shipping Hub delivering International Partnership Solutions.

We provide competitive and reliable brokering services across dry cargo markets, connecting vessel owners and charterers with precision and transparency.

• Spot & period chartering
• Voyage & time charter negotiations
• Tailored fixture strategies
• Market‑aligned freight solutions

Our chartering desk delivers end‑to‑end commercial management:

• Cargo sourcing & vessel employment
• Freight evaluation & negotiation
• Voyage planning & laytime analysis
• Post‑fixture coordination

FIXSHIPS supports clients across global supply chains with:

• Multimodal freight arrangements
• Port coordination & operational follow‑up
• Documentation & compliance support
• Real‑time communication with all stakeholders

At FIXSHIPS, we combine experience, intelligence, and global reach to deliver solutions that are:

Optimized cargo–vessel matching and streamlined operations.

Market intelligence, trend analysis, and data‑supported decision‑making.

Transparent communication and disciplined execution from fixture to completion.

Long‑term relationships built on trust, integrity, and performance.

FIXSHIPS is led by Capt. Ozcan Yavuz, AFNI, an accomplished maritime professional with extensive experience in:

• Ship brokering & chartering
• Commercial operations
• Voyage execution
• Owner–charterer negotiations
• International freight coordination

With a strong global network and decades of industry expertise, Capt. Yavuz ensures FIXSHIPS delivers precision, professionalism, and value to every client.

A network of trusted partners across major shipping regions.

Hands‑on experience in chartering, brokering, and voyage execution.

Market insight that strengthens decision‑making and reduces risk.

Every client receives personalized, commercially sound guidance.

We build relationships that last—voyage after voyage.

•  ✅ Experienced shipbrokers with global network access

•  ✅ Specialized in bulk cargo, tanker chartering, and project cargo

•  ✅ Strategic location in Istanbul, serving Europe, Asia, and the Middle and Far east

•  ✅ Transparent pricing and fast turnaround

Operational Certainty in a Volatile World—FIXSHIPS Delivers Excellence Where It Counts

For over 35 years, FIXSHIPS Ship Brokering and Shipping Trading Ltd. has been the steady hand guiding complex cargoes, vessels, and shipping stakeholders across the challenging waters of the Azov, Black Sea, and beyond. Led by veteran Captain Ozcan Yavuz, we blend the deep-rooted knowledge of a master mariner with the agility and attention of a boutique firm—ensuring every voyage, fixture, and fleet under our care benefits from strategic insight, operational discipline, and unwavering personal commitment.

Value Proposition 

Comprehensive Ship Solutions—Chartering. Brokering. Management.

• Ship Chartering: FIXSHIPS  specializes in dry bulk, general cargo, and commodity shipments, expertly arranging voyage, time, and COA contracts for river/coastal and Panamax vessels in the Azov, Black Sea, Mediterranean, and European corridors.
• Exacting Ship Brokering: As your  advocate in freight negotiations, we deliver transparent, competitive, and      timely fixtures—even for the most demanding cargoes—backed by daily market      intelligence and trusted relationships throughout the region.
• Proactive Ship Management: From technical oversight to port operations, compliance, insurance, bunkering,  and maintenance, our experienced team optimizes operational efficiency and      cost control for owners and operators alike.
• Support Services: Customs clearance, ship repair coordination (Tuzla, Yalova), maritime consulting,      and on/off-hire surveys—your cargo, vessel, and crew are in expert hands.

Proof & Reputation 

Trusted by Industry Leaders—a Track Record Built on Reliability, Retention, and Results

• Over three decades of zero-incident navigation and successful fixtures
• Direct leadership from a Master Mariner with an international career commanding dry cargo and tanker fleets, plus strategic expansion of      managed vessels across multiple companies
• Long-standing partnerships with commodity traders, shipowners, and operators—many clients have trusted us for 15+ years
• Regulatory mastery throughout Turkish ports, Russian river systems,  and key European gateways.

🚢 We provide Professional Shipbroker Services  worldwide | Vessel Chartering & Maritime Logistics | Ship repairing and surveys

Are you Looking for a reliable shipbroker in Europe or anywhere in The World ? Our expert team specializes in vessel chartering, freight forwarding, and maritime logistics across global trade routes. Whether you need dry bulk, tanker, or container shipping, we connect cargo owners with trusted vessels efficiently and cost-effectively.

📦 Our Services

•  Dry Bulk Shipbroker – Iron ore, coal, grain, and more

•  Tanker Chartering – Crude oil, chemicals, and petroleum products

•  Freight Forwarding – End-to-end cargo management

•  Vessel Chartering – Single Voyage, Period Charter & COA Shipbroking (up to Panamax) tailored to your needs

• Through-Freight Solutions with competitive rates

📍 Local Expertise, Global Reach

Based in Bosphorus of Istanbul, we offer localized support with international standards. Whether you're a cargo owner, trader, or logistics manager, our shipbroker solutions are designed to optimize your supply chain.

📦 Cargo Expertise

We handle a wide range of bulk and neo-bulk commodities, including:

• Grain

• Steel

• Fertilizer

• Scrap

• Coal

• Other industrial cargoes

🌍 Global Coverage

FIXSHIPS operates across key maritime regions:

• Black Sea

• European Markets

• Indian ocean and Arabian sea

• Far East

• Americas
• Africa

⚓ Fleet Advantages

• Our versatile fleet includes Handy, Panamax, and shallow-draft vessels optimized for efficient cargo operations:

• Fixing also Volgobalt, Omsky, Sormovsky, Don-type vessels for river-sea navigation

• Box-shaped cargo holds for faster loading/unloading and enhanced cargo safety

• Ideal for bulk commodities like steel, grain, fertilizer, coal, and project cargo

🛠️ Additional Maritime Services

• Expert management of Turkish Straits & Ports

• Customs Clearance for ships and cargo

• Ship Repair in Tuzla and Yalova shipyards

• Marine Surveys including on/off-hire inspections

 
📞 Contact FIXSHIPS Today

Let our experienced shipbrokers assist with your next voyage.

📧 Email: chartering@fixships.com    and/or     fix@fixships.com