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Türkiye’s Defense Industry Rises Globally: Targeting $6 Billion in Exports by 2023

Türkiye achieved $4.4 billion in defense exports in 2022 and aims to reach $6 billion in 2023, solidifying its growing global influence in defense markets.

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Turkish Armed Forces to Receive First Next-Generation Altay Tank on April 23

One of Türkiye’s most significant defense industry projects, the Altay tank, will be delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces on April 23, 2023, symbolizing localization efforts.

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Drone-Integrated Mortar Release System Successfully Tested in Field Trials

Developed at Ostim Technical University, the Drone-Integrated Mortar Release System successfully deployed 60 mm and 81 mm rounds onto designated targets, offering a new battlefield solution.

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Türkiye’s Defense Industry Plays a Critical Role in Earthquake Relief Operations

Following the Kahramanmaraş earthquake, Türkiye’s defense industry provided vital support with rescue technologies, UAVs, generators, and logistics aid for humanitarian efforts.

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A New Era of Power: Türkiye Launches Mass Production of "Tuna" Engine

Türkiye's defense industry has achieved a historic milestone with the "Tuna" engine, the first domestically mass-produced power unit, now entering the Turkish Armed Forces inventory.

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Türkiye’s Indigenous Power: 8x8 Armored Arma II Ready for Mass Production

Türkiye’s defense industry has prepared the 8x8 armored vehicle Arma II, powered by a domestic engine, for mass production. It offers high protection and modular versatility.

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Kapgan UGV Conducts First Live-Fire Test: A New Era in Türkiye’s Defense Industry

Türkiye’s medium-class 2 unmanned ground vehicle Kapgan successfully carried out its first firing test with the Canik M2 QCB heavy machine gun.

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A Shift in Ukraine’s Battlefield: Western Tanks Enter the Fight

The U.S. and Germany’s decision to supply modern tanks to Ukraine is seen as a strategic move that could alter the course of the war.

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Erdoğan: Türkiye’s Defense Industry Reaches 80% Domestic Production

President Erdoğan announced at the Fırtına Howitzer Delivery Ceremony that Türkiye’s defense industry has reached an 80% domestic production rate.

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New Generation Fırtına Howitzers Delivered to Strengthen the Turkish Armed Forces

Six New Generation Fırtına Howitzers produced by BMC Defense were officially delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces in a ceremony attended by President Erdoğan.

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CANiK Delivers 750 Indigenous Anti-Aircraft Guns to the Turkish Armed Forces and Security Units

CANiK has completed the largest single delivery of machine guns in Türkiye’s history, handing over 750 M2 QCB heavy machine guns to the TSK and security forces.

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MERTER: Türkiye’s Indigenous Electronic Attack System Deployed in the Field

Developed entirely with domestic technology, the MERTER backpack tactical electronic attack system provides Türkiye’s security forces with battlefield superiority by disrupting enemy communications.

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Interview with TÜMOSAN Division Manager Ali Evren

Important insights on the role of young engineers, brain drain, and messages about the future of the defense industry.

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Exclusive Interview with Sarsılmaz Deputy General Manager Öner Özyılmaz

Sarsılmaz Deputy General Manager Öner Özyılmaz shared the company’s new vision in the defense industry and its newly developed products at SAHA EXPO 2022. Introducing the SARBOT armed robotic system, a product of Turkish engineering, and the 20 mm nose gun produced for the Atak helicopter, Özyılmaz highlighted Sarsılmaz’s 150-year-long journey and its future focus on robotic weapon systems.

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Interview with HAVELSAN Unmanned Air and Ground Vehicles Project Manager Veysel Ataoğlu

HAVELSAN continues to showcase its vision in unmanned systems. The heavy-class unmanned ground vehicle Kapgan, unveiled for the first time at SAHA EXPO, is preparing to enter service soon.

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