Key Takeaways
- Aselsan introduced advanced defense systems, including the Goksur VLS Air Defense System and Deringoz Autonomous Underwater Vehicle at IDEF 2025.
- The Goksur VLS efficiently counters low-flying threats with AI-powered capabilities, while Deringoz supports extended maritime operations.
- Aselsan also finalized international partnerships, boosting its global presence in defense technology.
Aselsan Unveils Innovative Defense Technologies at IDEF 2025
Turkish defense leader Aselsan showcased its latest innovations at IDEF 2025, a premier defense industry event held in Istanbul. Among the highlights was the Goksur VLS Vertical Launch Air Defense System, designed to enhance close-range surface defense. This advanced missile system is capable of intercepting low-flying threats such as sea-skimming cruise missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and fast fighter jets. The Goksur features AI-powered fire control, allowing it to detect and engage multiple targets simultaneously, even in challenging environments.
In addition to the Goksur, Aselsan introduced the Deringoz 100L/300 Autonomous Underwater Vehicle. This cutting-edge vehicle is engineered for long-duration missions in complex maritime settings, supporting various operations such as exploration, surveillance, and mine countermeasures. Its autonomous navigation system enhances operational efficiency in diverse conditions.
The Cenk 350-N 4D Multifunction Radar was another significant offering. This radar system plays a vital role in naval situational awareness, equipped with fixed electronically scanned panels that enable real-time tracking of hundreds of aerial and surface targets. It performs reliably even in adverse conditions, such as rough seas and inclement weather. Additionally, the radar system integrates the IDENTIFFY SSR-850 IFF, a secondary surveillance tool that enhances the identification of friendly and unknown units through advanced electronic beam steering.
Amidst these product unveilings, Aselsan secured multiple international collaboration agreements during the fair. Notable partnerships include a memorandum of understanding with South Africa’s Pamodzi Group, as well as agreements with European defense firm Excalibur, the Azerbaijan Ministry of Defense Procurement Administration, and Turkey’s Miras Holding. Furthermore, Azerbaijan’s Defense Minister Vugar Mustafayev has granted Aselsan an operating license, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy.
IDF 2025, the seventeenth edition of the six-day event, is hosted across several venues, including the Istanbul Fair Center and Ataturk Airport. The fair, organized by KFA Fairs with support from Türkiye’s Defense Industries Secretariat and the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation, features Anadolu as its global communication partner, emphasizing the event’s significance in the international defense arena.
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