ASELSAN has commissioned a 17,360 square-meter production facility for smart ammunition and underwater systems, completed with a 40 million dollar investment. The facility strengthens manufacturing capacity for air and naval defense systems through advanced robotics and automation infrastructure.

Under an agreement with the Defense Industry Agency, ASELSAN aims to develop a domestically-produced superconducting quantum processor unit within four years. The project will reduce dependence on foreign sources for one of the most critical components of quantum computers.

Frankenburg Technologies and Milrem Robotics signed a cooperation agreement at Eurosatory 2026 to integrate the Mark I interceptor missile onto unmanned ground platforms, creating a cost-effective mobile air defense system. The partnership targets a joint system demonstration within approximately 12 months.

Franco-German defense manufacturer KNDS unveiled the Loras howitzer at Eurosatory 2026, setting a new range benchmark within NATO standards. The 155 mm caliber system, featuring a 58-caliber barrel design, can reach 60 kilometers with standard high-explosive ammunition.

The iconic AMX-30 tank from the Cold War era was unveiled at Eurosatory 2026 as an unmanned ground vehicle by KNDS and S2M Equipment. The REFURBOT system demonstrates the modernization potential of legacy platform hulls.

BMC Automotive has been eliminated from Lot 2 of Spain's Ministry of Defence tender for 2,200 military trucks due to failure to meet specification requirements. A consortium comprising Daimler, Iveco, Scania, Volvo and Indra continues in the procurement process.

Turkish defense industry leader OTOKAR has deployed its 6×6 ARMA and 4×4 COBRA II armored vehicles for evaluation at Malaysia Armed Forces' test facility. Under a strategic partnership agreement signed in April 2026, the vehicles are being prepared for inclusion in Malaysia's modernization program.

Greek defense company EODH signed a 10-year partnership worth 200 million euros with German-Dutch consortium KNDS. The agreement, announced at EUROSATORY 2026, covers production of Boxer armored vehicles.

Turkey's established defense industry company MKE reached the 57th position in the "Turkey's 500 Largest Industrial Enterprises 2025" research announced by the Istanbul Chamber of Industry. The company achieved this success through increased production capacity and a robust R&D infrastructure, while maintaining its upward trajectory in international listings.

Turkish battery manufacturer Aspilsan is developing customized battery cells and packs to meet the energy requirements of unmanned aerial vehicles. The company aims to ensure Turkey's complete UAV energy independence within two years.

Leading Turkish defense and aerospace companies achieved significant positions in the ISO 500 list. TUSAŞ moved to 7th place, ASELSAN to 9th, while ROKETSAN and other sector representatives strengthened their standings through increased production volumes and sales performance.

Turkish defense company ASELSAN signed a 780 million euro air defense systems procurement contract with the Defense Industry Agency (SSB). The agreement will strengthen Turkey's multi-layered air defense architecture known as Steel Dome.