Turkey's defense industry achieved $10 billion in exports in 2025, driven by two decades of state investment and strategic support. The sector continues its growth trajectory as European nations reassess security dependencies.

According to the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms, the Republic of Cyprus acquired 3 Tamnava multiple launch rocket systems from Serbia and 5 H145M light attack helicopters from France during 2025.

The Greek military signed a new contract with Shield AI to expand procurement of V-BAT vertical takeoff and landing unmanned aerial vehicles to strengthen intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities in the Aegean region.

Turkey's advanced jet trainer aircraft HÜRJET export to Spain extends beyond the platform itself. Full-mission and flight training simulators developed by HAVELSAN, along with mission planning systems, will be delivered to the Spanish Air Force.

ARES Shipyard successfully launched the first of 16 search and rescue boats being built for the Coast Guard Authority. The project marks a significant advancement in Turkey's maritime security capabilities.

During the EFES 2026 Exercise held under Turkish leadership, Greek military personnel visited the ASELSAN booth at the defense industry exhibition and examined Turkey's first autonomous kamikaze underwater vehicle, KILIÇ. This moment demonstrated the level of deterrence achieved by Turkish defense technology and how closely regional actors monitor these developments.

Turkish Aerospace Industries and GE Aerospace have signed a strategic agreement for the supply of F404 turbofan engines to power Türkiye's advanced jet trainer and light combat aircraft Hürjet, strengthening their long-standing partnership.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Turkey views significant potential for joint development and production of unmanned aerial vehicles with Japan. Emphasizing that both countries possess complementary capabilities, Fidan outlined Turkey's objective to deepen defense-industrial relations with Tokyo.

The first C-390 Millennium transport aircraft for the Czech Republic, manufactured by Brazilian aerospace company Embraer, successfully completed its maiden flight at the company's facilities in Brazil. The aircraft has demonstrated its operational capabilities, completing a critical phase before delivery to the Czech Air Force.

Turkey's largest defense and aerospace exhibition SAHA 2026 is expected to see $8 billion in defense contracts signed. The Defense Industries Presidency announced this figure represents a $1.8 billion increase from the previous edition.

Developed with indigenous and national resources, MKE's intelligent seabed mine MALAMAN can detect targets at long range using acoustic, magnetic, and pressure sensors. The approximately 600-kilogram system can be deployed from ships, submarines, and aircraft including unmanned platforms.

Baykar has signed its first export agreement for the Kızılelma unmanned combat aircraft with Indonesia. The deal covers delivery of 12 units starting in 2028, strengthening Turkish defense industry's position in the global high-technology market.