
Overview
Turtle Operations Poland is a job marketplace specializing in direct hiring for the maritime industry, connecting seafarers with shipping companies worldwide. The platform offers access to a global talent pool of over 185,000 seafarers, facilitating transparent and traceable recruitment processes. It aims to enhance brand visibility for employers while empowering seafarers through fair hiring practices.
Financials
Revenue history (in k)
Data and insights are generated automatically based on financial statements and may contain errors. This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official assessment of the company's credibility or business advice.
Statistics
How the company ranks by revenue within its industry, region and across Poland in 2025.
Results vs industry
News

Ending Illegal Recruitment Fees in Maritime
When Isabelle Rickmers started TURTLE, one question kept coming back from seafarers to the team: “How much do I need to pay to get this job?” That’s backwards, and it’s illegal: recruitment fees charged to seafarers are prohibited under the Maritime Labour Convention. But it’s also routine. So we

TURTLE’s Global Cadet Program
TURTLE simplifies cadet sourcing for shipping companies by enabling early branding, global reach, and digital-first engagement — all in one streamlined platform.

Isabelle on The Seafarer Social Podcast
In episode #26 of The Seafarer Social podcast, host Carl King talks to our CEO and founder Isabelle Rickmers about TURTLE's role in modernizing seafarer recruitment, the role of seafarers in today's connected economy, strategies to make maritime careers more attractive, and initiatives to attr
New report highlights barriers women face in the maritime industry
New report highlights barriers women face in the maritime industry

Isabelle moderates Money and Ships session at Maritime CEO Forum
Isabelle led a high-impact session on ship finance at the Maritime CEO Forum in Monaco, guiding industry leaders through discussions on major shifts in maritime funding. Under her moderation, key speakers highlighted the rise of alternative funding sources like leasing and private financing. The

Championing Diversity at Sea: Voices from Dorian LPG and the Diversity@Sea Pilot
We are excited to share a powerful new video highlighting Dorian LPG’s commitment to diversity through the Diversity@Sea pilot, an initiative under the All Aboard Alliance. Featuring insights from Maria Skarveli, Crew Manager, and female seafarers Nadezda Poliscuka, Klydel Heinz Lagasca, and Aylin T
Industry
Bank accounts
Registered as a VAT taxpayer on 2021-09-01. Active
Debt
No entries in the National Debtors Register (KRZ). No proceedings in KRZ
Public aid
No public aid cases recorded in the last 10 years.
Tenders
No recorded participation in tenders.
Authorized Representatives
Manner of representation
In the case of a one-person management board – the member of the management board independently. In the case of a multi-member management board – two members of the management board jointly.
Ownership
| Owner | Shares | Share value | Stake |
|---|---|---|---|
Turtle Gmbh | 99 | $1,337.12 | 99% |
Others | 1 | $13.51 | 1% |
Beneficial owners
| Person | Rights | |
|---|---|---|
Isabelle Eleonore Jennifer Gabriele Rickmers (44) | Posiadanie uprawnień umożliwiających wywieranie decydującego wpływu na czynności spółki poprzez zajmowanie wyższego stanowiska kierującego w spółce dominującej; Posiadanie 100% udziałów w spółce turtle gmbh będącej właścicielem 99% udziałów zgłaszanej spółki |
Competitors
| Name | Revenue | Website | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Logisticssp. z o.o. + limited partnership | $765,244.40 | unitylogistics.pl | ||
| Assalsp. z o.o. | $447,701.24 | assal-shipping-agency.mozellosite.com | ||
| Eaglinesp. z o.o. | $109,072.72 | eagline.eu | ||
| Gulfstream Tanker Chartering Polandsp. z o.o. | $99,085.44 | gtcbrokers.com | ||
| Altamar Shippingsp. z o.o. | $83,966.17 | altamar-shipping.pl |
FAQ
Last updated: 2026-04-06
