Turkey’s First Floating Natural Gas Production Platform, Osman Gazi, Sets Sail
In a significant milestone for Turkey’s energy sector, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan formally sent off the country’s first floating natural gas production platform, Osman Gazi , from the Dolmabahçe Working Office . During this ceremonial event, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar was present, lending further importance to the occasion.
The event was highlighted by a performance from a Mehter Band , further adding cultural significance to the ceremony, attracting attention from various dignitaries including President of Galatasaray Club , Dursun Özbek, and the Communications Director of the Presidency , Fahrettin Altun.
❝İstanbul’un Fethi’nin 572’nci yılında Karadeniz’e yolcu ettiğimiz Osman Gazi doğal gaz üretim platformumuz hayırlı uğurlu olsun❞
Cumhurbaşkanı Erdoğan, Türkiye’nin ilk yüzer doğal gaz üretim platformu Osman Gazi’ye ilişkin video paylaştı https://t.co/E4M3St3t6n pic.twitter.com/NlD6ICfrSh
Message of Good Fortune
During the farewell ceremony, President Erdoğan took a moment to speak with the platform’s captain via phone. His genuine interest was evident as he personally connected with the crew, conveying encouragement for their mission ahead.
Afterward, Erdoğan set sail on a boat to closely inspect the Osman Gazi platform. While communicating with the ship’s captain via radio, a light-hearted exchange took place, showcasing the camaraderie between the President and the crew.
The captain expressed gratitude, saying, “Thank you very much, Mr. President. You honor us. May God bless you.” Erdoğan replied with encouragement, “However, you are moving too slowly; please speed up.” In response, the captain assured, “We are accelerating right away, transitioning to full speed.”
Following this exchange, Erdoğan wished them well: “May your journey be safe, and we anticipate a bountiful supply of natural gas from Sakarya.”
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Successful Passage Through the Bosphorus
The Osman Gazi platform successfully completed its passage through the Bosphorus strait, all thanks to the coordination of the Istanbul Maritime Traffic Services Center . Numerous support vessels, including a Nene Hatun Emergency Intervention Ship , seven tugboats, and a rapid response boat, ensured a safe transition.
❝Yolunuz açık olsun❞
Cumhurbaşkanı Erdoğan, Türkiye’nin ilk yüzer gaz üretim platformunu Karadeniz’e uğurladı https://t.co/E4M3St3t6n pic.twitter.com/2okI9dS1mb
As fate would have it, this notable send-off coincided with the anniversary of Istanbul’s conquest . The Osman Gazi is expected to dock at Filyos Port on June 1, a further enhancement to Turkey’s burgeoning natural gas sector.