ROKETSAN announced that the CIRIT Anti-UAV missile successfully struck an aerial target during a test firing from the PUSU Weapon System. The domestically developed smart munition integrated with mobile platforms offers a strategic solution against asymmetric threats.

The indigenous Karayel assault craft, integrated into the Turkish Armed Forces inventory in December 2025, completed its first operational mission during the EFES-2026 exercise. The 17-person crew vessel conducted boarding, disembarkation, and navigation drills with amphibious naval infantry and crew personnel at Bahadır Island.

The US Marine Corps has signed a contract with Polaris Government & Defense for the procurement of ultra-light tactical vehicles. Deliveries are scheduled through May 2031 to equip III Marine Expeditionary Force and supporting units.

Turkish defense technology pioneer Baykar achieved $2.2 billion in exports during 2025, maintaining its position as the global leader in armed unmanned aerial vehicle exports. The company generated 88 percent of its total revenue from international sales.

TÜRKSAT and ROKETSAN will cooperate in satellite launch, space systems and communication infrastructure to strengthen Türkiye’s national space capabilities.

STM will take an active role in the EFES-2026 Exercise with autonomous swarm-capable KARGU kamikaze UAVs and national warships. The MİLGEM Ada-class corvette and submarines will also participate in the exercise.

ASELSAN, Turkey's leading defense contractor, will increase component deliveries for the country's integrated Steel Dome air defense system by 50 percent. The company aims to deliver more than 150 different components throughout 2026.

Turkey's defense and aerospace sector achieved $2.8 billion in exports during the first four months of 2026, marking a 28 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Trade Minister Ömer Bolat made the announcement at the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition.

The armed robot "SARBOT L1," developed by LA2 Dynamics, a subsidiary of Sarsılmaz Group, was displayed during the EFES-2026 Exercise. President Erdoğan examined and signed the robot during his visit to the exercise.

C-Prot and HAVELSAN have jointly developed Turkey's first Endpoint Detection and Response (AV-EDR) platform under SSB coordination. The system was delivered to the Ministry of National Defence at SAHA 2026, strengthening domestic cyber defense capabilities.

Turkey introduced its first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) named "Yıldırımhan" at the SAHA 2026 defense expo on May 5, 2026. The system features a range of 6,000 kilometers and speeds between Mach 9 and Mach 25, developed by the National Defense Ministry's R&D Center.

Turkish defense companies signed approximately $8 billion in export contracts during the first three days of the SAHA 2026 fair in Istanbul. This record exceeded expectations set for the entire duration of the event.