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Fema Marine secures Antigua & Barbuda flag authorisation for the Mediterranean and Asian waters

28 March 2025
This content originally appeared on Antigua News Room.
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Fema Marine has officially announced its agreement with the Government of Antigua & Barbuda. This grants Fema Marine authorisation to act as the official representative of the Antigua & Barbuda maritime flag authority in the Mediterranean, as well as Singapore, Thailand and Hong Kong.

Nazmi Topcuoglu CEO of Fema Marine on the left

Advertisement“The Antigua & Barbuda flag is widely recognised for its strong regulatory framework, compliance with international maritime conventions, and global acceptance, making it a preferred choice for commercial and private yacht owners. With Fema Marine’s extensive expertise in maritime regulations, International Safety Management (ISM), International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS), and Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) compliance, this new authorisation will provide shipowners with a trusted local partner to navigate the flagging process with ease”, commented Dilara Oztel Fema’s legal counselour.

Dilara Oztel, Fema Marine's legal counselor

This strategic partnership reinforces Fema Marine‘s role as a key provider of yacht and ship registration services. As the authorised representative, Fema Marine will now manage the registration process and issue statutory certificates on behalf of the Antigua & Barbuda flag.

Captain Kerim Demirkoy, Associate of Deputy Registrar Antigua & Barbuda

Captain Kerim Demirkoy, Associate of Deputy Registrar Antigua & Barbuda, stated that “As Fema Marine, our goal is to offer fast, reliable, and cost-effective flag registration services, ensuring that owners and operators benefit from a seamless and reputable process. This agreement marks a significant milestone in our mission to enhance maritime compliance and operational efficiency in the Mediterranean.” 

Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025

Hong Kong HarbourPhoto: Guy NowellRead:Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025: Fema Marine and Damen Yachting announced as Patron and Event Partner

Fema Marine has been announced as Patron for the second edition of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit, which is due to take place on 7 and 8 May 2025 in Hong Kong. 

Robert Corcoran, Chief Operating Officer at Fema Marine, will be participating in the panel titled ‘How to Manage Refits Successfully in Asia.’ Other panelists include Sam Thompson, Director at JMS Yachting; Rob Taylor, Managing Director at Clearvac Engineering Asia; and Petre Plesa, Managing Director at Golden Eagle Yacht Management.

Hong Kong Gold Coast Yacht & Country ClubPhoto: Egor Lyfar / UnsplashRead: First look at the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Summit 2025 topics

Set against the dynamic backdrop of Hong Kong, one of Asia’s most influential hubs for finance, commerce and luxury, the summit will offer two days of essential discussions and strategic insights.

With the Asian superyacht market continuing to expand, this event is a must-attend for those seeking to understand the evolving market landscape and capitalise on new opportunities.

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