Tag: turkiye

Bayraktar TB3 Achieves AI-Powered Carrier Takeoff & Landing

Turkiye Bayraktar TB3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in naval aviation by successfully completing fully autonomous takeoff and landing operations with artificial intelligence assistance aboard the TCG Anadolu naval vessel. This achievement represents a significant advancement in drone technology and establishes new capabilities for carrier-based unmanned warfare systems. Historic Naval Aviation […]

Turkiye Aselsan Ranks 18th Globally in Defense Companies

The global defense industry landscape continues evolving, with Turkish defense powerhouse Aselsan securing an impressive 18th position among the world’s most valuable defense companies by market capitalization. This remarkable achievement positions Turkey’s leading defense manufacturer as a formidable competitor in the international military technology sector. Global Defense Market Leaders Dominate Rankings The latest market capitalization […]

HAVELSAN, DNeX Partner for Digital Growth in Türkiye & Malaysia

HAVELSAN, Türkiye’s premier defense technology company operating under the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation, has forged a groundbreaking strategic alliance with Malaysia’s leading technology conglomerate Dagang NeXchange Berhad (DNeX). This landmark partnership, officially announced during the prestigious Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2025, represents a significant milestone in bilateral technological cooperation between Türkiye and […]

Turkiye, Spain To Jointly Produce Hürjet Light Fighter

Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has signed a landmark agreement with the Spanish Defense Ministry and Airbus for the co-production of the Hürjet light attack and advanced jet trainer aircraft. The deal was announced during the International Defense and Security Exhibition (FEINDEF 2025) held in Madrid, signaling Türkiye’s growing footprint in the global defense industry. A […]

Bayraktar TB2 Now Powered by Turkish TM-100 Engine

The Bayraktar TB2 has emerged as one of the most significant unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in modern warfare. Developed by Turkish defense company Baykar, this combat-proven drone has transformed battlefield dynamics across multiple conflict zones. With its recent integration of the Turkish-built TM-100 engine, the TB2 represents a major leap forward in Turkey’s defense autonomy […]

Germany Blocks Eurofighter Jets Sale to Türkiye

Germany’s outgoing coalition government has reportedly vetoed the sale of Eurofighter Typhoon jets to Türkiye, citing concerns over recent political developments in the country. This decision creates another hurdle in Ankara’s ongoing efforts to modernize its air force amid complex regional security challenges. Decision Linked to Political Concerns According to German financial daily Handelsblatt, which […]

Turkey, Indonesia to Launch Joint Defense Manufacturing Hub

Turkish missile maker Roketsan has signed a landmark agreement with Indonesia to establish a joint defense production facility, marking a significant expansion of Türkiye’s growing defense industry footprint in Southeast Asia. The deal, announced during the Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) 2025, represents more than just a product sales agreement, offering a strategic partnership for co-development […]

Aselsan Signs Major $158.6 Million Defense Export Deal

Turkish defense giant Aselsan has announced a significant export agreement worth $158.6 million with a foreign customer in the Middle East and Africa region. The Ankara-based company confirmed the deal in an official statement to Turkiye Public Disclosure Platform (KAP) on Wednesday. Focus on Military Communication Systems According to the announcement, this substantial contract specifically […]

Trump Eyes Deal to Reintegrate Turkey into F-35 program

President Donald Trump has reportedly opened discussions about potentially returning Turkey to the F-35 fighter jet program, a significant shift in U.S. defense policy that could reshape military cooperation between the NATO allies. During a recent phone call with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Trump indicated willingness to reconsider Turkey’s 2019 expulsion from the advanced […]

Pakistan’s ‘IQBAL’ Tech Demonstrator Unveiled By TAI

Turkish Aerospace Pakistan has successfully test-flown “Iqbal,” an autonomous scale model of the KAAN stealth fighter jet. This milestone represents a significant advancement in the Turkey-Pakistan defense collaboration, particularly in their joint factory production agreement for the fifth-generation fighter aircraft. Named after Pakistan’s national poet Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal, who greatly respected the Turkish nation, […]