Trade Navigator leaving Southampton and heading for Izmir, Turkey © Peters & May

British shipping and logistics firm Peters & May has formed a joint venture with Bati Yacht Transport, a subsidiary of Turkey’s Bati Group.

Alongside this joint venture, Bati Yacht Transport has been nominated as Peters & May Limited’s exclusive agent in Turkey. Bati has served as Peters & May’s partner in the region for several years, and the firms say this joint venture strengthens their relationship further.

“We are extremely excited about this move,” says Stefano Grotti, regional manager for Europe at Peters & May. “Having worked with the Bati Yacht Transport team on numerous projects, integrating them into our family is a natural progression that benefits everyone. They are an exceptional team, and there is no doubt they will continue to provide the outstanding service they are known for.”

Sharing a commitment to delivering exceptional service for all yacht types, this joint venture will enable both companies to combine their strengths, achieve greater market penetration, especially in Turkey, and elevate customer satisfaction.

Kaan Aydin, general manager at Bati Group, adds: “We are excited to join forces with Peters & May, a company that shares our dedication to excellence in yacht transportation.

“This partnership is a significant milestone for BATI Yacht Transport, enabling us to enhance our service offerings and deliver even greater value to our clients. Our combined expertise and resources will undoubtedly strengthen our presence in the Eastern Mediterranean and beyond. Together, we will continue to provide bespoke, door-to-door yacht shipping solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations.”

Founded in 1973, Peters & May has ten offices across Europe, Asia, and the United States, with its headquarters in Southampton, UK.

Bati Group was established in 1992 and is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey. The transport and logistic specialist provides services across various sectors, from sea and air freight to isotanks and perishable goods. The Bati Yacht Transport division focuses on global yacht shipping solutions, including lashing and securing, towing, diving, skipping services, and customs clearance.

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