Search efforts remain underway for Halit Yukay, a 43-year-old Turkish businessman and founder of Mazu Yachts, who has been missing since Saturday night, August 2. Yukay departed Yalova in southwest Turkey aboard his yacht Graywolf, bound for the Greek island of Mykonos. The Turkish coast guard later found the vessel wrecked and partially submerged near Prokonnesos, with no trace of its owner.
Witness Account of the Wreckage
A cargo ship captain reported seeing debris and a lifeboat in the area but did not initially connect it to the missing Graywolf. According to authorities, the yacht appeared to have been split in two. Helicopters, divers, and coast guard vessels are still combing the area without success.
From Childhood Passion to Global Brand
Born in Istanbul in 1982, Yukay developed an early fascination with boats, sketching his first design at just six years old. In 2011, he founded Mazu Yachts, a luxury yacht manufacturer known for its craftsmanship and advanced technology, attracting high-profile clients from Turkey and abroad.
Family Ties to Greece
Yukay is married to a Greek woman who heads marketing and public relations for his company, and the couple share a child. His personal and professional ties across the Aegean have added an extra layer of intrigue to the mystery surrounding his disappearance.
Ongoing Search Efforts
The last known communication from Yukay was on Saturday before contact was lost. His family reported him missing soon after, prompting an official search late Monday. Despite the discovery of the Graywolf’s wreckage, search teams have yet to find any sign of the businessman.
