Consilium Safety Group has expanded its footprint in Turkey through the acquisition of marine safety company Ares Marine, strengthening its ability to deliver fire and gas detection solutions to the country’s shipbuilding sector.
In a statement released on 3 July 2025, Consilium said the acquisition supports its strategic aim to enhance service availability and provide integrated safety solutions in key maritime regions. The move enables 24/7 support, local sales operations, and faster response times in a market that includes more than 70 shipyards.
Founded in 2016 and based in Tuzla Bay, Istanbul — a hub for the Turkish shipbuilding industry — Ares Marine has established a strong customer base with a particular focus on fire and gas detection systems. Its expertise also spans cargo control, instrumentation, marine electronics, and monitoring systems.
Consilium said the addition of Ares Marine enhances its capacity to supply, install, and maintain advanced fire and gas detection technology, improving safety outcomes for both new builds and existing vessels. Mustafa Özler, Co-Founder of Ares Marine, said joining Consilium allows the company to grow while continuing to serve local customers with its deep understanding of the regional market.
Philip Isell Lind af Hageby, CEO of Consilium Safety Group, added that Ares Marine’s local knowledge and experience with fire and gas detection systems will help the company support shipbuilders and owners more effectively, ensuring maximum operational uptime.
Türkiye has been identified as a priority market in Consilium’s international growth strategy, and the company indicated that further investments in the region are planned as part of its long-term commitment to supporting maritime safety.
