Türkiye’s largest defense companies: History, products, reach
The Turkish defense industry encompasses hundreds of companies – bigger and smaller – which, often in synchronization, produce…
EFES-2026, Turkey shows its will to be a key player leveraging its military power, its diplomatic skills, and its rising defence industry
With the biggest non-US military force since its accession to NATO in 1952, next year will mark the…
SAHA Expo 2026 as a demonstration of Ankara’s geopolitical ambitions
SAHA Expo 2026 in Istanbul was one of the most important defence events in recent years, not only…
SAHA 2026: Aselsan seeks to replicate Turkey’s UAV success at sea
Aselsan unveiled two new uncrewed naval systems – the TUFAN uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) and the KILIÇ family…
Türkiye’s defense industry soars: $8.5B in exports in 2025
Between 2000 and 2025, the Turkish economy underwent a major transformation. While the national income rose from $275…
Turkey sees nascent ‘Steel Dome’ as deterrent, export money maker
ANKARA — Turkish defense-electronics company Aselsan has detailed its integrated air-defense suite “Steel Dome,” describing it as a…
Turkey moves ahead with T-70 deliveries despite program challenges
ISTANBUL — Turkey has formally inducted its fourth T-70 utility helicopter into the Air Force Command during a…
Turkey’s Aselsan inks $1.9B deal with military for air defense systems
BEIRUT — Turkish defense firm Aselsan has announced a $1.9 billion (EUR 1.65 billion) deal with the Turkish…
Security concerns boost Turkish and global defense firms
ISTANBUL Rising global security concerns, NATO’s increased defense spending targets and Europe’s pivot toward cooperation with Türkiye have…
Turkish companies to outfit Indonesia’s Merah Putih frigates
Türkiye’s leading defense firms, Aselsan, Havelsan, and Roketsan, will supply key systems for Indonesia’s Merah Putih-class frigates, according…
Türkiye’s defense dream comes true: Now a global brand
Türkiye has emerged as a prominent player in the global defense industry in recent years. Countries from numerous…