Turkey's cable manufacturing sector generates $2 billion in annual exports, serving 60+ countries. Seaway is Turkey's largest stockist of marine-class electrical cables — offering 22,000+ approved types for power distribution, control, instrumentation, communication and fire safety applications.TIER 1 CATEGORY
Seaway Ship Services operates as Turkey's largest stockist and export consolidator for marine-class electrical cables, giving UK and EU buyers direct access to one of the world's most competitive and technically advanced cable manufacturing sectors. Turkey's cable industry generates $2 billion in annual export revenue, supplying 60+ countries with SOLAS-compliant, classification-approved cable types for every marine application.
From SOLAS/Seaflame flame-retardant power cables and NEK 606 offshore control cables through to fire-circuit-integrity cables, LSZH accommodation cables and dynamic subsea umbilicals — Seaway maintains 22,000+ approved cable types in Istanbul warehouse stock. The combination of domestic copper rod supply, automated manufacturing lines with inline testing, and full type-test certification to all major maritime standards creates a structural cost advantage of 25–35% versus Western European alternatives.
Every shipment is accompanied by full classification society certificates, IEC 60092 test reports, drum test certificates, and complete cable schedule documentation. Our export team has surveyor access for DNV, Bureau Veritas, Lloyd's Register and ABS — ensuring compliant documentation for even the most demanding flag state and classification requirements.
A complete range of marine electrical cables, stocked in Istanbul and available for immediate export. All grades available with major classification society approvals.
Key cable types from current stock. Full drum test certificates, classification society approvals and cable schedules accompany every shipment. Custom constructions and special specifications are available on request.
| Product | Standard | Voltage | Sheath | Approval |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaflame Power Cable | IEC 60092-353 | 0.6/1kV | LSZH | DNV, BV, ABS, LR |
| NEK 606 Control | NEK 606 | 300/500V | LSZH | DNV, BV |
| Instrumentation (screened) | IEC 60092-352 | 300/500V | PVC | ABS, LR |
| Fire Alarm CI | IEC 60331 | 300/500V | LSZH | DNV, BV, ABS |
| Offshore MV | IEC 60502-2 | 6/10kV | HDPE | DNV, ABS, BV |
Six structural advantages that make Turkey the optimal supply source for UK and EU marine cable procurement.
A $2 billion annual cable export economy drives investment in quality, automation and certification. Scale across 60+ export markets means consistent grade availability, tight tolerances and short lead times.
Copper rod and PVC compound produced domestically lowers raw material costs significantly. Savings passed directly to buyers — structural, not cyclical, making Turkey the consistently cheapest compliant source.
Automated manufacturing lines with online measurement and testing ensure dimensional consistency and electrical performance on every metre. Full production traceability from conductor to finished drum.
Full type testing and third-party certification to all major maritime standards. Dedicated marine export desks with Lloyd's Register, DNV and Bureau Veritas surveyor access for classification-critical shipments.
Turkey's cable sector already serves 60+ countries — proven export infrastructure, documentation competence, and reliability across international marine procurement requirements.
UK-Turkey Free Trade Agreement supports zero-tariff cable exports to the UK. EU access via established trade frameworks. No tariff exposure compared to Asian cable imports facing anti-dumping duties.
Seaway's marine cable export programme is structured around the procurement needs of shipyards, offshore operators, ship management companies and marine electrical specialists across the UK and EU.
Regular container services from Istanbul (Ambarlı) and Izmit to all major UK and EU ports. Full export documentation and customs support included as standard.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Minimum Order Quantity | 100 m spool or custom drum quantity |
| Packaging | Wooden drums, plastic reels, coiled in cartons |
| Lead Time (from stock) | 1–3 weeks |
| Lead Time (custom) | 3–6 weeks |
| Export Ports | Istanbul (Ambarlı), Izmit |
| Incoterms | EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF |
| Transit to UK | 5–7 days |
| Transit to ARA Range | 3–5 days (Antwerp / Rotterdam / Amsterdam) |
Send us your cable schedule, drum quantities and delivery port — we will respond with a full CIF price within 24 hours, including classification certificates and full export documentation. MOQ from 100 m spool.