Global Ports Holding (GPH) is a unique port group and operator in Turkey established in April 2004 to invest and develop port assets in Turkey and Internationally. Since then, the Global Ports Group has developed a portfolio of strategically located ports in Turkey, each providing exceptional hinterland access with strong market demand fundamentals. Port Akdeniz: Access to The Turkish Riviera & Turkey's Industrial Heartland In October 2006, Global Ports Holding acquired the operating rights of Ortadoğu Antalya Liman İşletmeleri A.Ş. (Port Akdeniz); GPH acquired all the shares held by the two other joint venture companies in July 2010. Port Akdeniz has all the necessary assets to become a key home port for cruise lines in the Mediterranean and also provides access to Turkey's industrial exporters.