HAB, the Ankara Space and Aviation Specialized Organized Industrial Zone established 12 years ago under the vision of the Presidency of Defense Industries, continues to expand through new investments. Spanning 9.5 million square meters in Ankara's Kahramankazan district, the zone has completed all allocations in its current phases. To meet rising production demands, an expansion project initiated approximately 1.5 years ago plans to open a new 422,000 square meter area. This expansion aims to accommodate 70 additional companies operating within the zone.

HAB was established to meet the defense needs of Turkey as well as allied and friendly nations, achieving a prominent position within the defense industry ecosystem. The zone currently hosts 400 participating companies, with one in every four personnel in the defense ecosystem working there. Currently, 210 companies have begun production operations, while other participants continue facility investments. With approximately 60 companies nearing completion of their construction, employment levels are expected to reach 35-40,000 in the near term. The zone operates across 26 different activity areas in defense, space, and aviation sectors.

The new production infrastructure being developed at HAB holds critical importance in meeting the defense industry's rising demands. Data announced by the SSB Director regarding approximately 30 billion dollars in annual offer capacity by year-end demonstrates the sector's rapid growth. The expansion at the zone will enable companies to operate with more specialized workforce and increase production capacity. To enhance cooperation among companies, a digital B2B platform has been established, aiming to facilitate integration between participating firms and subcontractors.

Infrastructure investments have accelerated alongside the zone's growth. A new protocol with State Railways has initiated work on freight and passenger transportation. This holds particular significance for blue and white-collar workers commuting from central Ankara to Kahramankazan. To address qualified workforce needs, plans under collaboration with the Ministry of National Education include establishing a vocational high school in the zone. Administrative and social facilities have been completed, with projects encompassing an indoor swimming pool, sports halls, tennis courts, and recreational areas now ready.

HAB pursues environmental sustainability initiatives alongside industrial investments. Over the past two years, more than 10,000 saplings have been planted, with plans to plant approximately 1,000 additional trees. The zone aims to obtain Green OSB certification. Intensive efforts are underway to complete quality certificates and certification processes to designate HAB as a Green OSB. This approach demonstrates the concurrent pursuit of defense ecosystem development and environmental responsibility.