Approximately 40,000 tons of special shipbuilding steel required for the National Aircraft Carrier (MUGEM) Project is being domestically produced and supplied by Erdemir to Turkish shipyards.

ASELSAN is preparing to induct ASELFLIR 600 into service this year while advancing MURAD AESA radar and Steel Dome projects with next-generation capabilities.

ROKETSAN signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Australia-based EOS to enhance laser weapon systems and jointly develop solutions for the global defense market.

TAI CEO Mehmet Demiroğlu stated that Saudi Arabia’s interest in the KAAN fighter jet has reached the highest level, with concrete and positive developments expected soon.

Turkey is set to eliminate foreign dependency in medium-caliber weapons with the 25 mm TRM Cannon. The system is nearing induction into service on land and naval platforms.

TUSAŞ is negotiating KAAN and GÖKBEY sales and potential local production with Saudi Arabia, while preparing to unveil a new kamikaze UAV and helicopter projects in May.

MKE drew significant attention at World Defense Show 2026, advancing talks with Saudi officials on TOLGA, BORAN and artillery ammunition. The company is preparing to unveil brand-new projects at SAHA EXPO 2026.

During the acceptance process of the Bayraktar TB2, Özdemir Bayraktar’s uncompromising stance against using foreign radios highlighted the strategic importance of national systems in Türkiye’s defense industry.