Hawks Group has announced the launch of a new trading office in Istanbul, marking a major step in its efforts to strengthen its presence in the European and Mediterranean bunker markets. The office will operate under the name Hawks Dış Ticaret Ltd. Şirketi.
To support the expansion, the company has appointed two experienced bunker traders, Cemil Ünsal and Göksu Mete. Mete, who previously worked with Asmira and Med Petroleum, brings strong expertise in Mediterranean markets, while Ünsal has extensive experience across supply and procurement, having worked with GN Group, CYE, and most recently as a bunker trader.
Hassan Rifau, CEO of Hawks Group, said: “We are delighted to welcome both Cemil Ünsal and Göksu Mete to our team. Their comprehensive experience across trading, supply, and procurement will be instrumental as we deepen our engagement in Türkiye and expand further across Europe and the Mediterranean basin.”
Hawks noted that Istanbul’s position as a maritime hub at the crossroads of Europe and Asia makes it an ideal location to serve shipping routes through the Bosphorus Strait, Black Sea, Eastern Mediterranean, and European markets. The new office is expected to become a central hub for the company’s bunker and cargo trading operations.
Headquartered in the Maldives, Hawks Group is a licensed physical supplier in the Maldives, Sri Lanka, and high seas in the Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea. The company’s international network now includes offices in the Maldives, Dubai, Singapore, Monaco, Shanghai, Kuala Lumpur, Colombo, and Istanbul.
In 2024, Hawks Group traded more than half a million metric tonnes of bunkers and cargo. The company has built a reputation for certified fuel quality, reliable deliveries, and tailored solutions for fleets and operators across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
