Türkiye-headquartered AVS Global Ship Supply celebrated its fortieth year at a time when the maritime community is placing greater attention on the strength of supply chains and the role long-established local operators play in supporting vessel operations. Founded in Türkiye and now serving ports worldwide, the company says the anniversary reflects how its foundations continue to shape its global growth.

Mr Doğukan Şimşek, Deputy Country Manager at AVS Global Ship Supply, said: “Celebrating forty years is more than a company milestone. It represents trust, resilience and steady growth. We began as a family business here in Türkiye and developed into a global organisation, but the values that guided us in the beginning remain the same. This celebration reflects the continuation of what we call our Legacy of Trust, carried from one generation to the next.”

He added: “What stands out most from our forty-year journey are the moments when clients began to see us not just as suppliers but as genuine solution partners. During the pandemic, during supply chain breakdowns and at times of regional difficulty, we stayed close to our clients. We never left them without support, even when circumstances were tough. That level of commitment has shaped who we are.

“The company’s growth has been driven by a customer-centric approach that goes beyond product delivery. We focus on understanding the real needs of shipowners, captains and operational teams. That approach guided us as expectations shifted towards speed, transparency, wellbeing and sustainability. We strengthened our logistics network, expanded our catering expertise and advanced our digital capabilities so clients have clearer visibility and more consistent support in every port.”

AVS now operates across an extensive international network supported by logistics centres, consolidated delivery capacity and ongoing investment in digital tools designed to improve communication and predictability for procurement teams working in Turkish and international ports.
Mr Şimşek said: “The industry is changing and so are the expectations placed on suppliers. Our focus is on preparing for what comes next while maintaining the reliability our clients depend on. Forty years is an important chapter, but it also sets the foundation for the years ahead.”

Vahit Şimşek, CEO of AVS Ship Supply, reflected on the milestone as a reminder of how far the company has come and what its clients expect in the future. He said: “Reaching forty years is a proud moment for everyone at AVS. What began as a small family business in Türkiye has grown into an organisation supporting vessels across the world. Our progress has come from trust, hard work and a strong commitment to service. As we look ahead, we will continue to stand by our clients and respond to the evolving needs of the global fleet with the same dedication that brought us to this milestone.”