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From Precision Engineering to Aerospace: An Exclusive Interview with Akbar Allana, Director Alsons Group

Exclusive Interview: Akbar Allana on Precision Engineering & the Future of AKAL Group Alsons Group has built a strong reputation in precision engineering and manufacturing over the past seven decades. What strategic factors led to the creation of AKAL Group? AKAL was really the next logical step for us. Over the decades, we have built a strong base in precision manufacturing, defence production, product development, and high quality engineering at scale. At a certain point, we started to ask ourselves

June 24, 2026 No Comments

Expos

HAVELSAN Signs Cooperation Agreement with Belgian Technology Company EURAMEC

HAVELSAN, one of Türkiye’s leading defense technology companies, providing high value-added solutions in defense technologies, simulation and training systems, autonomous unmanned systems, information and communication technologies, and cybersecurity, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EURAMEC, a Belgium-based technology company, during Eurosatory 2026. Continuing to strengthen its international partnerships at Eurosatory 2026, one of the world’s leading defense and security exhibitions held in Paris, HAVELSAN signed the agreement on the second day of the event. Dont miss this: Turkiye’s–Portugal

June 19, 2026 No Comments

Naval Warfare

Turkiye’s–Portugal Naval Cooperation Enters New Phase with Second Support Ship Build

STM Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.Ş. continues to expand its role in international naval programs through advanced engineering, project management expertise, and proven experience in naval shipbuilding. The project stands as a landmark achievement for Türkiye’s defence and naval engineering sectors. STM was selected as the winning bidder in the Portuguese Navy’s Logistics Support Ship tender, where the company outperformed several leading international shipbuilders. The contract was signed on 17 December 2024 in Lisbon, followed by the completion of the design phase. Construction of the first ship began

June 19, 2026 No Comments

Expos

MKE TOLGA Air Defense System Debuts in Europe

Türkiye’s state-owned defense manufacturer MKE has marked a major milestone as the MKE TOLGA Air Defense System Debuts in Europe at Eurosatory 2026, one of the continent’s most prestigious defense industry exhibitions, held this year in Paris, France. The unveiling follows a strategic partnership with Hungary’s HT Division, which has resulted in the successful integration of the TOLGA Close-In Air Defense System onto the Hungarian-developed KATICA 6×6 unmanned ground vehicle. A New Chapter for Türkiye’s Defense Exports The partnership was

June 17, 2026 No Comments

Expos

ASELSAN Demonstrates DRONEDEF and EW Capabilities at EUROSATORY

ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense company, is showcasing its integrated multi-domain defense portfolio at EUROSATORY 2026, highlighting advanced capabilities across the air, land, maritime and electromagnetic domains. Among the key exhibits are KALKAN II/M vehicle-mounted mobile search radar and DRONEDEF, an integrated counter-UAV concept that brings together İHTAR anti-drone system, GÖKBERK laser weapon system, KORKUT 100/25 SB anti-drone weapon system and EJDERHA high-power electromagnetic anti-UAV system to provide complementary hard-kill, directed-energy and electromagnetic effects against evolving drone threats. ASELSAN is also

June 16, 2026 No Comments

News

HAVELSAN Showcases Multi-Domain Integration at Eurosatory 2026

Modern operations involve more sensors, more platforms, and more information than ever before. The challenge is no longer collecting information; it is bringing different pieces together and turning them into timely decisions. At Eurosatory 2026, HAVELSAN is showcasing its approach to this challenge through its capabilities in command and control, combat management, mission management, Tactical Data Links, simulation and training technologies, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems. As military organizations continue to expand their capabilities across different domains, the ability to

June 15, 2026 No Comments

Naval Warfare

First Hangor-Class Submarine Arrives at Karachi Port

Pakistan’s naval power has reached a new peak. The first Hangor-class submarine has arrived at Karachi Port, marking a defining moment in the country’s defence modernisation journey. This historic arrival reflects the deepening strategic ties between Pakistan and China and signals a bold new chapter for the Pakistan Navy. A Historic Arrival The Pakistan Navy officially confirmed that the first Hangor-class submarine docked at Karachi Port on Thursday. The event was celebrated with full naval honours. Cadets from the Pakistan

June 14, 2026 No Comments

Naval Warfare

A New Milestone in STM’s Export Success

STM LMS Batch-2 Press Release STM, Türkiye’s leading naval engineering company, has launched RAJA LAUT, the second vessel of the three-corvette project being built for the Royal Malaysian Navy, during a ceremony held in Istanbul. Following the launch of the first vessel just two weeks ago, the project continues at an impressive pace, with the third ship scheduled to be launched in August. STM Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik ve Ticaret A.Ş., a pioneer in the Turkish defence industry, has completed another

June 8, 2026 No Comments

News

ASELSAN Showcases Integrated Counter-UAV Capabilities in Live Demonstration

ASELSAN successfully demonstrated its integrated Drone Defense System, showcasing the seamless coordination of İHTAR Counter UAV System, GÖKBERK Laser Weapon System and EJDERHA High-Power Microwave Weapon System against miniand micro-UAV threats. The demonstration validated the effectiveness of a layered defense approach, combining advanced detection, soft-kill, and hard-kill capabilities within the lowest tier of Türkiye’s Steel Dome air defense architecture. ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense company, successfully showcased its counter-UAV capabilities during a two-day live demonstration in Ankara. Attended by Turkish and

June 6, 2026 No Comments

Expos

Ukraine’s Experience in Focus at SAHA 2026

Within the national exhibition stand, 15 Ukrainian companies demonstrated a wide range of battle-proven technologies to the international community. These ranged from autonomous unmanned systems and electronic warfare equipment to ground robotic complexes that have been tested in real combat conditions. This year, the Ukrainian ZBROYA exposition made its debut at SAHA 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey. SAHA is one of the world’s most powerful defense exhibitions and is organized by the largest industrial cluster in Turkey and Europe. The event

May 22, 2026 No Comments

From Precision Engineering to Aerospace: An Exclusive Interview with Akbar Allana, Director Alsons Group

HAVELSAN Signs Cooperation Agreement with Belgian Technology Company EURAMEC

Turkiye’s–Portugal Naval Cooperation Enters New Phase with Second Support Ship Build

MKE TOLGA Air Defense System Debuts in Europe

ASELSAN Demonstrates DRONEDEF and EW Capabilities at EUROSATORY

HAVELSAN Showcases Multi-Domain Integration at Eurosatory 2026

First Hangor-Class Submarine Arrives at Karachi Port

A New Milestone in STM’s Export Success

ASELSAN Showcases Integrated Counter-UAV Capabilities in Live Demonstration

Ukraine’s Experience in Focus at SAHA 2026

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