Arkas Logistics has ended its operations in Ukraine as of September 30, 2026, with Yalçın Çetiner remaining in the country with his family.
Arkas Logistics has terminated its operations in Ukraine as of September 30, 2026. The decision was announced by Yalçın Çetiner, who has been with the company for over 15 years. Çetiner stated that he will remain in Ukraine with his family.
The Turkish logistics company Arkas Logistics has ended its operations in Ukraine as of September 30, 2026. The announcement was made through a post by Yalçın Çetiner, who has been working in the country for more than 15 years.
Arkas Logistics, one of the significant companies in the Turkish logistics sector, has concluded its activities in Ukraine.
The decision was shared on social media by Yalçın Çetiner, who has been serving in Arkas Logistics Ukraine for over 15 years. Çetiner announced that he has stepped down from his position as of September 30, 2026, in line with the company’s decision to halt operations in Ukraine.
In his post, Çetiner expressed his gratitude to his colleagues and business partners, while also stating that he and his family will continue to stay in Ukraine. He further emphasized the necessity of maintaining logistics, maritime, and trade activities in the country.
What services did Arkas Ukraine provide?
The Arkas structure in Ukraine offered services tailored to customers' transportation and logistics needs, primarily focusing on container agency services. According to information in the Turkish press, the company also acted as an agent for Arkas Line, Tarros, and Grimaldi lines in Ukraine.
Ukrainian Shipping Magazine, based in Ukraine, also confirmed in its news dated October 1 that Arkas Logistics has ceased its activities in the country. The report does not include any additional explanation regarding the rationale behind the decision.
The company's general operations continue.
An important detail here is that the decision pertains specifically to the cessation of Arkas Logistics' activities in Ukraine. It is also stated on the company's own website that Arkas Logistics' general operations are ongoing.
Currently, there is no detailed public statement from the company regarding the rationale behind Arkas's decision to withdraw from Ukraine.
Source: Selçuk Onur / Lojiport
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
