The start-up ecosystem in the defense industry has become a strategic field where innovative ideas quickly turn into advanced technologies. Defense technologies are no longer limited to systems developed only by large institutions; start-ups working on artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, cybersecurity, sensor technologies, radar solutions, and unmanned vehicles are also shaping the future of the sector. Start-ups bring speed, flexibility, and an innovative perspective to the defense industry, playing a key role in the localization of critical technologies.

The growth of this ecosystem is supported by technoparks, incubation centers, investment funds, university-industry collaborations, and strategic partnerships between major defense companies and start-ups. Dual-use technologies, which can be applied in both civilian and military fields, further increase the impact of start-ups in the defense sector. The start-up ecosystem in the defense industry not only enables the development of new products but also strengthens engineering capacity, expands export potential, and directly contributes to critical technology independence. For this reason, entrepreneurship is no longer seen as a supporting element of the modern defense industry, but as one of its central pillars.