TOWAGE AGENCY SERVICES

Asist Ship Agency provides specialised towage coordination for vessels requiring tug assistance during port operations and transit passages through the Bosphorus and Dardanelles.

Towage operations in Turkish waters require careful planning, precise timing and close liaison with tug operators, port authorities and Vessel Traffic Services.
Our operations team ensures that tug arrangements are managed efficiently, supporting safe manoeuvring and well-coordinated vessel movements at anchorage, alongside and during strait transits.

Our Towage Coordination Services

∙ Escort tug planning for Turkish Straits transits
∙ Harbour towage arrangements for berthing, unberthing and shifting operations
∙ Operational liaison with tug companies, VTS and relevant maritime authorities
∙ Monitoring of traffic conditions and towage scheduling
∙ Supervision of anchoring and heaving-up operations involving tug support
∙ Coordination of towage requirements for special operations, including disabled vessels and complex manoeuvres
∙ Continuous operational reporting to shipowners, operators and charterers

Operational Expertise

Towage requirements may vary depending on vessel size, cargo condition, traffic density and local regulations.
We provide proactive planning and real-time follow-up to ensure that tug assistance is deployed effectively and in full compliance with operational procedures.

With strong local connections and extensive field experience, our team supports a wide range of vessel types including general cargo vessels, tankers, offshore units, specialised tonnage and mega yachts.

24/7 Operational Supervision

Continuous communication and close monitoring are maintained throughout the towage process to ensure safe execution and timely coordination.
Our structured operational approach supports efficient vessel handling and dependable service delivery at every stage.