Established in 1846 by a Mr Catoni the group origins are in Turkey , where for a century or more the principal activity had been shipping. Today the business has diversified into three main components designed to provide supporting services for hydrocarbon exploration and production , shipping and logistics services and trade. The head office is in Istanbul where one may find unsurpassed expertise , knowledge and experience gained from years of leadership and good business practice. Catoni’s Management principles , Ethics and values are best appreciated from its leading role in so many major business developments.