Turkey Strengthens Control Over Shipping in the Bosphorus and Dardanelles with Maritime Internet

Turkey Implements Innovative System for Vessel Monitoring

Turkey is introducing a Maritime Internet of Things system with three floating platforms and a beacon in the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits. This will enable round-the-clock vessel tracking, enhance communication safety, and improve navigation in one of the world's busiest maritime routes.

Project Goals

The project aims to enhance emergency response effectiveness (ER) in the Black Sea and protect the marine ecosystem. In 2025, over 40,000 vessels passed through these straits, highlighting their critical congestion. The new system will provide operational monitoring, minimizing the risks of accidents and pollution.

• 24/7 real-time vessel tracking.
• Ensuring uninterrupted communication for crews.
• Improving navigation accuracy and transit safety.
• Protecting the environment in congested straits.

Technical Features

The system includes three floating platforms equipped with sensors and communication systems, as well as a beacon for additional coverage. IoT technology will collect data on vessel positions, weather conditions, and potential threats, transmitting it in real-time to the control center. This is particularly important for the Bosphorus and Dardanelles, which connect the Black and Mediterranean Seas.

The implementation of the system will be an important step in modernizing Turkey's maritime infrastructure, enhancing the safety and efficiency of global maritime transport.