The MILDEN project marks the third and most ambitious phase in Turkey’s submarine strategy, focusing on developing an advanced, fully indigenous submarine capable of next-generation operations. This project serves as the cornerstone of Turkey’s submarine capabilities, equipping the nation to design, build, and deploy complex underwater systems. Building on advancements in unmanned systems and compact... Continue Reading →
Turkey’s exploration of small manned submarines represents the second key area of its underwater projects. These submarines, while compact, provide strategic versatility in tasks ranging from tactical warfare to special operations, supporting Turkey’s broader submarine development ambitions. The Turkish Navy has pursued two prominent projects in the small manned submarine category: the multipurpose mini-submarine MPMS... Continue Reading →
Turkey’s ambitious submarine development program underscores its commitment to achieving naval self-sufficiency and advancing technological expertise. This multi-tiered strategy encompasses autonomous systems, small manned submarines, and the indigenous MILDEN submarine project, each with a distinct purpose and targeted capabilities. As Turkey builds upon its defense and maritime industry, these initiatives illustrate the drive toward greater... Continue Reading →
As demand for resilient anti-drone and electronic warfare systems grows, Aselsan’s latest technology unveiled at SAHA EXPO 2024 is set to redefine UAV defense. Despite the event’s conclusion, these innovations continue to capture industry attention, underscoring Aselsan’s commitment to meeting dynamic threats with cutting-edge capabilities. From the powerful Korkut 25 mm system to the versatile... Continue Reading →
The Slovenian patrol vessel Triglav arrived at Desan Shipyard in Tuzla İstanbul yesterday. Triglav was built by Almaz Shipyard in Saint Petersburg and commissioned in Slovenian service in 2010. The Slovenian Ministry of Defence announced in February 2024 that it has selected three companies to modernise the Svetlyak class patrol vessel. The Turkish shipyard Desan... Continue Reading →
İstanbul Deniz Otobüsleri A.Ş. (İDO) was founded by the Municipality of Istanbul in 1987 as an alternative to Şehir Hatları, a state company that provided sea-borne transportation in Istanbul and other cities such as Çanakkale, İzmir, and İzmit. The aim of the company was to provide sea transportation using catamaran-type fast boats and ferries. In... Continue Reading →
The deployment of the newest frigate of the Turkish Navy, TCG Istanbul, in the Black Sea between March 2nd and March 12th, 2024, marked a significant milestone. During this deployment, TCG Istanbul conducted the inaugural shipborne launch of the Hisar-D RF air defence missile from the MIDLAS vertical launcher system. This system was developed by... Continue Reading →
On March 5, 2024, a contract signing ceremony took place at the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition between the Qatari Emiri Naval Forces (QENF) and Dearsan Shipyard for the design and construction of 2 units of 50-meter fast attack craft. The Commander of the Qatari Naval Forces, Rear Admiral Abdullah bin Hassan Al Sulaiti, President... Continue Reading →
The Turkish Navy announced that the Rhein class multi-purpose ship TCG Sokullu Mehmet Paşa was decommissioned on 25 February 2024. The ship was a patrol boat tender for the German Navy. She was built in Schlichting Shipyard in Traveminde as FGS Donau and commissioned to the German Navy in 1964. She was recommissioned into the... Continue Reading →
The Turkish armored vehicle producer, Otokar, is showcasing the Tulpar Medium Tank equipped with the Leonardo HITFACT Mk II 120mm turret at the World Defence Show 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Designed as a versatile platform, the Tulpar can accommodate various configurations including a light tank, infantry fighting vehicle, armored personnel carrier, reconnaissance vehicle, command... Continue Reading →
