TÜRKIYE’S DEFENSE EXPORTS HIT RECORD $7.2B IN 2024

Mon 06 January 2025:

Türkiye’s defense and aerospace industry achieved a significant milestone in 2024, recording $7.2 billion in exports, a 29% surge from the previous year, head of the Turkish Defense Industries Secretariat said on Friday.

This achievement surpasses the year’s defense export target of $6.5 billion by 11%, Haluk Gorgun announced on X platform.

Highlighting the industry’s robust international performance, Gorgun said: “Thanks to our international cooperation activities and contacts, our companies have become able to export not to a certain region but to almost the entire world.”

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Gorgun emphasized the sector’s commitment to innovation and global outreach.

“We are determined to open new horizons, break records, and carry Türkiye’s technological power into the future, led by its defense industry products and advanced technologies,” he said.

The impressive growth reflects the global demand for Türkiye’s defense and aerospace products, driven by advanced technologies and strategic partnerships.

Looking ahead, the industry’s focus remains on maintaining momentum and enhancing the export of high value-added products. “In 2025, we will continue to work with the same determination to achieve a permanent increase in exports,” Gorgun stressed.

The Turkish military drone industry has rapidly emerged as a global leader in unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Spearheaded by companies like Baykar and TAI, Turkey produces a range of drones, including the Bayraktar TB2, Anka, and Akinci. These drones are recognized for their affordability, reliability, and advanced technology, including precision strike capabilities, surveillance systems, and autonomous operation.

Turkey’s drone success is driven by domestic innovation, a focus on reducing reliance on foreign defense systems, and strong government support. Turkish drones have proven highly effective in conflicts such as Libya, Syria, and Nagorno-Karabakh, demonstrating their strategic value and attracting international buyers.

Exports to countries like Ukraine, Poland, and Qatar have made Turkey a significant player in the global arms market. The industry’s growth symbolizes Turkey’s rise as a tech-savvy defense exporter, blending advanced engineering with cost-effective solutions.

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