According to data from Boat International’s 2025 Global Order Book report, a top official stated on Saturday that Turkey has become the world’s second-largest producer of mega yachts.
“Our country received 146 orders this year with a total length of 6,410 metres (21,030 feet) and an average length of 43.9 metres. In terms of the number of orders in the sector, we hold a 12.9% share in the world,” Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu said.
According to him, Turkey is among the top four countries in the world that are considering producing super yachts, along with Italy, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Furthermore, he stated that Turkish shipyards have significantly improved their high-tech and design capabilities in recent years, strengthening their position as a competitive force.
“According to the 2025 Global Order Book for Mega Yachts by BOAT International, in terms of the total length of the yachts to be built in our country, we have risen to second place in the world, just behind the leader Italy, with an 8.9% improvement compared to the previous year. Our shipyards have gained great momentum in the sector with their high quality approach. The total number of mega yachts under production or on order worldwide has reached 1,138, said the minister.
“The total length of these yachts is 45,487 metres. In the global mega yacht building sector, we hold a 12.9% share in terms of the number of orders and a 14% share in terms of the total length of the orders,” he noted.
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Source: Daily Sabah
