Fema Marine: Superyacht Survey Team
Summer is properly under way, and the charter season is predicted to be very busy. Fema Marine surveyed a number of vessels in the lead up to the charter season, and many of the surveyed yachts have already begun their charters. “We built the company on the belief that yacht owners deserve not only technical proficiency, but also consistency, accessibility and personal commitment,” explains Nazmi Topcuoglu, CEO of Fema Marine.”
Key to this expansion has been the company’s ability to deploy highly experienced teams on site, offering real-time tailored solutions across all operational areas. “At the heart of our growth is the dedication of our people,” Topcuoglu says. “Our managers and teams are always on site, responding directly to the needs of owners, captains, and crew. That hands-on support, whether in procurement, spare parts, or interior outfitting, is what distinguishes us in a competitive landscape.”
Alfa Nero, Axioma, La Blanca, Sarastar, and Moca are some of the notable superyachts on Fema Marine’s books. These vessels are now chartering in Italy, along the French Riviera, in Monaco, Turkiye, and Ibiza. Some of the yachts surveyed this year included M/Y La Blanca who underwent a complete reconditioning, maintenance, and upgrade programme at Palumbo SY in Marseille, France. M/Y As You Like It, a 1975-built Cammenga Pasific 85, was surveyed at Marina di Imperia, Italy. She is a timeless Dutch classic by Cammenga Jachtbouw B.V., continues to embody heritage, charm, and enduring seaworthiness. After a multimillion-euro refit at MB92 La Ciotat, Axioma welcomed guests in all her elegance at the MYBA Charter Show in Sanremo, and M/Y Sarasta was another multimillion-euro refit at MB92. The Fema Marine survey team were also on site at Pendik Marina for M/Y Mariposa of London, conducting a dry dock survey and osmosis measurement on this 28.8m Ferretti Customline 94, built in 1999.
Usually, the company does surveys for superyachts and megayachts only; however, the company are open to requests for smaller yachts as Fema Marine has a large team of experienced, qualified professional yacht surveyors. All the surveyors have accredited Lloyds Maritime Academy certifications and certificates from various classification societies.
Fema Marine assists owners, buyers, attorneys and underwriters with purchase transactions, complex insurance claims, repairs, refits and valuations, management, Antigua flag authority, surveys, spare part supplies, water toys, technical management, interior design services, crew management, payroll services, ISM and ISPS. Fema Marine also offers guidance for clients building yachts and other vessels, and fully understands the requirements of Classification Societies and the UK MCA Codes such as LY2 and LY3, and are familiar with many flag state requirements.
Fema Marine’s electrical division offers onboard electrical systems assessments, power generation and distribution analysis, switchboard, power quality and harmonics analysis. Their technical equipment and services includes: power analysers, thermal imaging, audio gauging, paint testing, borescopes, photography, and noise meters. With over 25 years of maritime experience, Fema Marine has grown into a trusted partner for yacht owners, captains and crew worldwide.
Fema Marine provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes:
- Technical management and maintenance
- ISM, ISPS and MLC compliance
- Full yacht and crew management
- Budgeting, accounting and reporting
- Spare parts and water toys supply and logistics
- Purchasing assistance and port operations
- Flag authorisation and regulatory expertise
Fema Marine is now able to manage yacht registrations and issue statutory certificates under the Antigua and Barbuda flag, a register recognised globally for its robust regulatory framework and alignment with international maritime conventions. “With this authorisation, we can now offer a complete registration and compliance service under a flag known for its regulatory integrity,” says Topcuoglu. “Our clients benefit from a local partner who can guide them through ISM, ISPS and MLC processes efficiently and cost-effectively.” A growing presence in Asia, Fema Marine sees growing opportunities in the Asian market, where it already manages several vessels.
The company has recently opened a new office at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove in Singapore, reinforcing its commitment to long-term regional engagement. “We are confident that our ongoing fleet expansion and local presence will strengthen our position in Asia,” Topcuoglu notes. “We are focused on offering the same premium, sustainable service that has driven our growth in Europe.” Visibility and future developments in addition to its operational activity, Fema Marine continues to invest in visibility, communication and sector engagement.
The company regularly participates in major yacht shows and industry summits, including the Singapore Yachting Festival and the Superyacht Design Festival, and is a member of the Asia-Pacific Superyacht Association. Looking ahead, the company is preparing to unveil a new build project, details of which will be shared in the coming months. “In our sector, flawless execution is essential, but so is visibility and communication,” says Topcuoglu. “We invest in both, and we are excited for what lies ahead.” With headquarters in Switzerland and offices in Istanbul and Singapore, Fema Marine continues to expand its global reach while maintaining the hands-on, service-led approach on which it was founded. Through technical capability, regulatory insight and unwavering client focus, the company is setting a benchmark for reliable, integrated, yacht support across regions. With over 25 years of maritime experience, Fema Marine has grown into a trusted partner for yacht owners, captains and crew worldwide.