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MSI TDR MESSAGE ISSN: 2149 - 2514 05 Ismail DEMIR, Ph. D., Undersecretary for Defence Industries: Turkish Defence Industry and International Cooperation

NUROL MAKİNA 06 EJDER YALÇIN: A Singular Solution to Challenging ISSUE: 52 Requirements of All Regions April 2018 / 05 SPECIAL COVERAGE

Cover Photo: Nurol Makina Nurol Photo: Cover 12 Fourteen New R&D Projects by SSM EDITORIAL Publisher & Executive Editor Ümit BAYRAKTAR AYESAŞ [email protected] 20 AYESAŞ Showcases the Future of Operator Consoles News Editor & General Coordinator Naile BAYRAKTAR [email protected] BMC Editor-in-Chief 22 BMC Showcases Latest Version of AMAZON at DSA Dr. K. Burak CODUR [email protected] ARES SHIPYARD Coordinator, Business Development Şebnem ASİL 26 Moving Forwards as a Groundbreaking Company, [email protected] ARES Shipyard’s Delivery of Coast Guard Boats to Qatar Coordinator, Editorial Board Continues Full Speed & International Relations Birol TEKİNCE [email protected] OTOKAR News Desk 32 Otokar Aims to Add New Achievements in Asia, [email protected] Following its Success in the Gulf Region Reporter Vehbi TUNCA [email protected] SAMSUN YURT SAVUNMA Technical Writer Alper ÇALIK 34 Samsun Yurt Savunma Returns from US with Award: [email protected] Canik TP9SFx is the 2017 Handgun of the Year in USA Art Director Şebnem AKGÖL KARA [email protected] VESTEL DEFENCE Vestel Defence Asserts Itself with the KARAYEL-SU Managing Editor 36 Ferda BAYRAKTAR [email protected] AKSA RUN FLAT ADVISORY BOARD AKSA Run Flat Showcases its Combat-Proven Solutions Prof. Dr. Süleyman TOLUN 38 Prof. Dr. Adil YÜKSELEN Prof. Dr. Okan ADDEMİR METEKSAN DEFENCE Prof. Dr. Zahit MECİTOĞLU Prof. Dr. Mikdat KADIOĞLU 40 Turkey’s Trump Card for Homeland Security: Prof. Dr. Gonca COŞKUN Retinar Product Family Prof. Dr. Yıldırım SALDIRANER Asst. Prof. Burak ÇINAR Asst. Prof. Dr. Ş. Hakan ATAPEK ROKETSAN Military Advisor 46 Diverse Product Range from ROKETSAN Brigadier General (R) Hüsamettin ESEN for Every Need of Armed Forces International Relations Advisor Dr. Savaş BİÇER ANALYSIS Military Science & Intelligence (MSI) Turkish Defence Review (TDR) 50 US, Australia and Canada Explore Options Yerel Süreli Yayın for the Frigate of the Future UMSA Ltd. Şti. Adına Sahibi ÜMİT BAYRAKTAR DEFENCE NEWS Mutlukent Mah. Angora Cad. No: 184/27 56 n General Staff Summary of 2017 Beysukent Çankaya Ankara TURKEY n SEDEC Establishes a New Approach to Business Development Phone: +90 312 225 41 73 - Fax: +90 312 225 41 74 and Promotional Activities in the Industry Translation Services n Nova Translation Ltd. Eurasia Airshow: Ready to Bring Together Tepe Prime A Blok A 26 the Giants of the East and West Eskişehir Yolu 9. km Çankaya Ankara TURKEY n Phone: +90 312 428 04 84 SAHA Istanbul Companies Seek to Take Part Printing in F-35 Maintenance Unipress Printer Sdn Bhd, 117-G, Jalan Tiaj 1/4, n Date for High-Tech Port by MÜSİAD 2018 Announced Taman Industri Alam Jaya, n OSSA Kicks Off Preparations for ICDDA 2018 42300 Selangor / Malaysia Tel : +603 7733 8078 n Signatures in Place for IDEF 2019 n SAHA EXPO: The New Meeting Point for SMEs Military Science & Intelligence (MSI) Turkish Defence Review is published and Prime Contractors in Istanbul by UMSA Co. Ltd. in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Turkey. n SOM-J Missile’s Capabilities Feature in The name and publishing rights of MSI Turkish Defence Review are the sole property of UMSA Co. Ltd. All rights are reserved related to Lockheed Martin Promo Video photographs, maps, illustrations and images. References and citations n Pakistan to Expand Works with STM may be made on the condition that the original source is appropriately cited. Responsibility for the published articles belongs to their authors, n TAI Delivers First Two ANKA-S UAVs while responsibility for the advertisements belongs to the n ASELSAN Deepens Cooperation with Malaysia owners. The opinions or claims made in the articles and n advertisements do not necessarily represent the views of Turaç Returns from IWA 2018 Having Made UMSA Co. Ltd. or MSI Turkish Defence Review. Record-Level Contacts ADVERTISERS Turkish Exhibitors Nurol Makina Cover EXHIBITOR NAME STAND NO n 2G Aviation Electronics ...... 10420 BMC Back Cover n AKSA Run Flat...... 10237 n ASELSAN...... 10300 Eurasia Airshow 2018 Inside Cover n Ateşçi...... 10450 SSI Inside Back Cover n AVS Defence Textile...... 10210 n AYESAŞ...... 10269 MSI TDR First Page n BMC ...... 10222 n Desan Shipyard...... 10312

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Turkish Defence Industry and International Cooperation n today’s world, countries confront with a broader platform projects have been successfully executed Ispectrum of threats and risks. From terrorism by using indigenous design and system integration to migration and cyber-attacks to border security, capabilities. Numerous platforms have already been in transnational risks dominate the security concerns inventory of Turkish Armed Forces and armed forces of of countries all over the world. Turkey gives utmost friendly nations. importance to international solidarity and cooperation with friendly and allied nations in such an insecure environment. Turkey has considered Asia-Pacific Countries to be amongst its preferred partners of major defence systems Turkey’s key role in the global arena and its increasing including, land systems, air and naval platforms. defence investments would contribute to international Visitors of DSA 2018 will find the opportunity this year security, helping to prevent and resolve crises through to meet nearly thirty Turkish companies operating at working with Asia-Pacific countries. In this manner, various sub-sectors ranging from avionics to rocket Turkey has always been one of the main supporters of systems and more. Asia-Pacific peace and stability as in her region. Turkey is eager to collaborate with all ally countries Turkey has been able to constitute a strong defence in both bilateral and multilateral defence industry industry infrastructure to meet the needs of her armed programs. Turkey has growing defence industry forces, as a result of large-scale projects initiated by collaboration capacity with its well-developed defence SSM (Undersecretariat for Defence Industries) since 1985. capabilities including air, land, maritime platforms, Today, Turkey is able to meet most of her requirements systems, hardware and software solutions. We are in aerospace, armoured vehicles, naval shipbuilding, approaching to international collaborations in the defence electronics, rocket systems, general armaments basis of win-win principle by offering unique options to and ammunition fields through the activities of the allies such as technology transfer, joint venture, joint technologically-advanced and internationally competitive development, local production, and consultancy. Defence Turkish defence industry establishments. industry cooperation between our nations will contribute to save time and money and get the countries closer. Turkish defence industry has become a highly capable community comprising large-scale main contractors, To this end, I wish a successful exhibition that enhances numerous sub-system manufacturers, SMEs, R&D the cooperation between Turkey and the region in the companies who are involved in high-tech, niche areas, defence industry in favour of our mutual interest. research institutes and universities. Thus, we can proudly say that we have a constantly growing and Ismail DEMIR, Ph. D. ambitious defence sector that looks ahead to achieve Undersecretary more. In the recent years, defence industry has come Presidency of the Republic of Turkey to the stage of indigenous product development. Many Undersecretariat for Defence Industries

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EJDER YALÇIN: A Singular Solution to Challenging Requirements of All Regions

Developed by Nurol Makina, the EJDER YALÇIN continues to capture the global attention it deserves as a vehicle that has created a class of its own. Moving onto the international stage following its successes in Turkey, the EJDER YALÇIN was the preferred choice of five countries in 2017.

EJDER YALÇIN will be presented during DSA 2018 with its region-specific digital camouflage.

6 - April 2018 aving created a class of its own thanks to the excep- tional protection, tactical capabilities and payload ca- Hpacity it offers, the EJDER YALÇIN has received full marks from its users for its operational efficiency in anti-ter- rorism operations, as well as its superior ballistic, mine and IED protection. Following the many successful sales it reg- istered in a short period, the EJDER YALÇIN has become a popular platform in the international market, catching the spotlight worldwide. The vehicle successfully passed testing programs in different regions, leading Tunisia and Uzbeki- stan to become its first international customers. To date, five countries have opted for the EJDER YALÇIN, issuing orders for 1,000 vehicles, 500 of which have already been delivered. The project for Uzbekistan, in particular, envisages the pro- duction of 1,000 additional EJDER YALÇIN.

Making a Difference, Starting all the Way from the Bidding Process EJDER YALÇIN can be configured as an effective anti-tank vehicle. With its outstanding capabilities and field performance, the EJDER YALÇIN has gained broad recognition in the interna- n With its 360-degree ballistic protection, tional market. Transferring into practice all the know-how the EJDER YALÇIN also sets itself apart from its behind the development of the vehicle actually begins right competitors that concentrate protection mainly in the at the bidding stage, and this is where the vehicle shows its areas and directions from which threats are expected. true colours: This 360-degrees ballistic protection also stands out n Prior to making a final decision, many countries insist with the enhanced mine and improvised explosive device on putting a prospective addition to their inventory (IED) protection it affords. through a series of tests under their own geographical n In its current configuration, the EJDER YALÇIN conditions. The EJDER YALÇIN enjoys superior provides capabilities that exceed customer expectations. operational and tactical mobility, owing to its For example, the four-ton payload capacity of the vehicle 375-horsepower engine, fully independent suspension, enables it to satisfy any high calibre weapon integration high ground clearance, and the optimal distance between requirements, and to date, many different configurations its stabilizer bar and axle. It is because of these features of the vehicle have already completed their qualification that the vehicle was able to surpass its competitors, procedures. As a result, the EJDER YALÇIN can, by itself, demonstrating exceptional manoeuvrability under a offer all the different solutions required for different broad range of conditions, from deserts to mountainous missions without requiring new design or qualification, terrain. at low cost and within tight schedules. All photographs:

EJDER YALÇIN’s

modularity allows integration ©

of different weapons, Nurol Makina including ROKETSAN’s CİRİT 2.75” Laser Guided Missile System.

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EJDER YALÇIN seen in IED Disposal configuration called ETİ of ASELSAN.

a V-shaped bottom, and a silhouette with angled corners on the top. What they are aiming for is to neutralise threats coming from the enemy by using angles to thicken the ar- mour. But what if a threat or attack strikes at an angle? That is why the EJDER YALÇIN avoids configurations with Engin Aykol, such a silhouette: The vehicle provides 360-degree protec- CEO of Nurol Makina tion, without compromising on any other feature. In every tender we take part, we can clearly see the positive results Engin Aykol, General Manager of Nurol Makina, comment- of this approach. When you take a risk by making conces- ed about the EJDER YALÇIN’s success, saying: “What I will sions in 360-degree protection, you may be able to reduce say is valid not only for the EJDER YALÇIN, but for all mem- the vehicle’s weight, which in turn allows you to come up bers of our product family: We’ve hit the mark in every ten- with a design that has a lighter suspension or lower output der in which the customer carried out its own tests before engine; and when you simplify the components that make deciding which vehicle to choose. We always say that the up approximately 70 percent of the vehicle’s total costs, you EJDER YALÇIN has created a class of its own, and present- can reduce the vehicle’s overall cost by a significant margin. ly, we have no competitor that can deliver the performance, However, this also gives you a vehicle that cannot operate protection and payload capacity we offer with the EJDER under all conditions, and which cannot protect human lives YALÇIN. When you look at other vehicles, you generally see against all types of threats. Such vehicles can sometimes

EJDER YALÇIN Configurations

8 - April 2018 Uzbekistan is among the users of EJDER YALÇIN.

Jammers can also be integrated to EJDER YALÇIN. find customers in tenders where price is the primary con- A Natural-Born Warrior cern, while countries that demand higher performance, Owing to the vision and concept embodied in its design, the and which test their vehicles before purchasing them, EJDER YALÇIN boasts characteristics that other vehicles cannot can see and measure for themselves the EJDER YALÇIN’s gain once they roll off the production line; in other words, char- greater value in this respect. We had the chance to observe acteristics that can only be donned during the design phase, in- this during tests we attended in a Middle East country that cluding the 360-degree protection, large internal volume and a involved a total of 15 vehicles. EJDER YALÇIN was not the more than 4-ton payload capacity, to name but a few. only vehicle to complete the 4,000-km test with success, That said, certain capabilities that later turn out to be es- as a couple of other vehicles also made it to the finish line. sential often cannot be envisaged in the initial design, being However, the EJDER YALÇIN was the only vehicle that identified in time through operational experience. The cur- didn’t need to stop for maintenance during the tests, and rent version of the EJDER YALÇIN harbours a vast array of managed to pull off this feat with an approximately four-ton operational experience, in no small part based on feedback payload capacity. In other words, no compromise is made from its Turkish users. The vehicle has been in active use in regards to mission requirements for the sake of perfor- in missions in Turkey since 2014, and is regularly improved mance or protection.” upon based on the continuous feedback received. This was a

Desert conditions are challenging for all vehicles. Although desert conditions is a generic term that has been used for many years, it is worth noting that deserts in different parts of the world actually present different conditions. For example, the ground in some deserts is soft and slippery due to the characteristics of the sand, and in these types of deserts, it is crucial for vehicles not to lose balance, and to keep their wheels on the ground at all times. Demonstrating superior performance during tests conducted in different desert environments in both North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, the EJDER YALÇIN has proven time and again that it is the right choice for such settings.

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EJDER YALÇIN can also carry out air defence role, seen here with IGLA missiles.

point that Aykol dwelled upon: “The operational experience experience that the EJDER YALÇIN has evolved into its cur- we’ve gained with the EJDER YALÇIN has shown us that rent form. Having proven itself in different theatres of conflict while standards are important and necessary for charting since 2014 through its remarkable level of protection, the our course, the real indicator is what happens in the field of EJDER YALÇIN will add strength to the defence of other operations. For example, standards may define a test for a countries facing similar security threats.” certain level of protection, while in the field it may be neces- Refusing to rest on its laurels, Nurol Makina continual- sary to withstand and survive blasts from larger quantities of ly strives to perform even better. Aykol explains the driving explosives than those used in tests. It is due to this valuable force behind the vehicle: “Coming up with a vehicle such as

Technical Specifications of EJDER YALÇIN excels EJDER YALÇIN 4x4 Tactical Wheeled Armoured Vehicle at border surveillance Personnel 9 to 11 persons missions with its large internal volume and Length 5,625 mm payload capacity. Width 2,500 mm Underbelly Height 450 mm Wheelbase 3,250 mm Speed 120 km/h Range 700 km Engine 375 HP Gear Fully automatic six forward and one reverse Traction Continuous 4x4 drive Obstacle Climbing 0.5 m Trench Crossing 1.1 m Fording 0.7 m Gradient 60 percent Side Slope 30 percent Turning Radius 7.75 m Suspension Double wishbone fully independent suspension system for all wheels Terrain Mode Latitudinal and longitudinal differential locks

10 - April 2018 the EJDER YALÇIN reflects a considerable design capability; however, when it comes to sales, there are a multitude of oth- er disciplines that become relevant, including disciplines that pertain to the vehicle’s manufacturability and supportability. In this regard, the EJDER YALÇIN stands out as a great engi- neering achievement that combines all disciplines. We have an excellent and dynamic engineering team with an average age of below 30, and we try to provide the best environment for them. The training we offer our employees is above the industry average, and we’re confident that we’ll accomplish even greater achievements with the support of our team.”

A Reliable Partner EJDER YALÇIN continues to make a difference in the field, both through its performance and the support provided through its entire life cycle. Speaking on the company’s approach to ex- perts, Aykol said: “Our marketing strategy is based on telling people what our own product is all about. We’re not interest- ed in what our competitors can or cannot do. The vital point here is knowing the features our vehicle needs to carry out its mission most effectively, and then making sure it possesses them. The EJDER YALÇIN is a battle-proven vehicle, and I am confident that in the near future, a growing number of armed and security forces will come to appreciate and prefer the unrivalled level of protection and performance offered by the EJDER YALÇIN. We at Nurol Makina will continue to meet the requirements of our customers in the best way possible with EJDER YALÇIN has been selected by 5 countries. our full product family.” u

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Fourteen New R&D Projects by SSM he way the SSM han- The Undersecretariat for Defence dles R&D projects has Industries (SSM), one of the strategic Tchanged considerably in recent years. Prior to goals of which is to “increase the 2009, the SSM would launch realisation rate of technology projects R&D projects upon receiving a requirement notification directly addressing subsystems and from the relevant authority. component products under the R&D A Cabinet Decree issued in 2009 offered more flexibili- Road Map”, launched 14 new R&D ty to the SSM in this regard, projects at a signing ceremony in allowing it to decide on Deniz which projects to carry out, Demirci Ankara on January 26. The ceremony based on its own foresights was testament to the point achieved regarding the needs of re- An R&D Project for spective areas. The under- Each Future Need by the SSM in the field of R&D works, secretariat, which started to R&D projects are launched and reading between the lines of the refer to projects launched taking into account either speech given by Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir, under its own initiative as existing needs or needs that SSM R&D Road Map Proj- will arise in the future, and Undersecretary for Defence Industries, ects, then adopted the R&D these needs are then asso- it is apparent that the SSM is open to any panel concept, following an- ciated with subsystems and other Cabinet Decree issued platform projects at high- kind of cooperation in such projects. in 2012. er levels. For example, the Şebnem ASİL / [email protected] The SSM organised its first Turboshaft Engine Devel- Alper ÇALIK / [email protected] R&D panel on December opment Project (TEDP) was 22, 2016, and to date, three launched with the goal of platform, another R&D proj- billion. Then, in 2017, SSM such panels have been held. developing the engine re- ect was commenced. completed the acceptance Among those taking part quired by the Helicopter De- tests of 14 R&D projects, and have been SSM officials, rep- velopment Programme, and Defence is the the project deliverables were resentatives of the Turkish in order to ensure that the Leader in R&D delivered into the service of Armed Forces, academicians turbine blades to be used in Expenditures the respective users. and various stakeholders this engine are resistant to The defence and aerospace Currently, the SSM is con- in the sector. As a result of high temperatures, an R&D industry has a significant ducting a total of 91 R&D these panels, decisions have project related to monocrys- share in Turkey’s R&D efforts. projects valued at some been made to launch 22 new talline casting technologies In 2016, the total R&D expen- ¨1.5 billion, and the parties R&D projects and develop was launched. Then, in order ditures made by the Turkish involved in these projects six SSM Wide Area R&D Pro- to gain magnesium casting private sector amounted to include 90 institutions and gramme (SAGA), and con- technologies to provide high $4.42 billion, and the share organisations, and 2,160 of tracts for 14 of these items fatigue resistance to the of the defence and aerospace their employees. 59 of these were signed at the ceremony gearbox body to be used in industry in this amount was institutions and organisations on January 26. the Indigenous Helicopter 28 percent, valued at $1.25 are private companies while

12 - April 2018 Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir

The commemorative card featuring the ÇINAR Project was signed by Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir and A. Metin Balcı, General Manager of ULAK A.Ş. 25 of them are universities and 6 are research centres. The SSM has an annual R&D budget of ¨300 million.

SME - Prime Contractor - University Cooperation in R&D Projects The contracting model for the 14 projects covered under the signing ceremony was developed based on an SME (Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise) - Prime Contrac- tor - University cooperation n Multi-Dimensional Radio The commemorative card featuring the HAVADİS Project was signed by model, involving 11 uni- Communication Signal Prof. Dr. Haluk Görgün, Rector of Gebze Technical University; Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir; Prof. Dr. Yücel Şahin, Vice Rector of Yıldız Technical University; Prof. Dr. Adem versities, including various Analysis Platform Şahin, Rector of TOBB University of Economics and Technology; and universities in Anatolia, and (KAŞİF) Project: TÜBİTAK Assoc. Prof. S. Serdar Kozak, General Manager of DataBoss. three TÜBİTAK institutes, BİLGEM (Informatics who were awarded with proj- and Information Security ects either as contractors or Research Centre) is subcontractors. the prime contractor, The projects launched and their and Yıldız Technical contractors are as follows: University, Istanbul n SDN- and NFV-Based Commerce University, 5G Evolved Packet Core and MEDİPOL University (EPC) Development are the subcontractors. (ÇINAR) Project: ULAK n Source Management A.Ş. is the prime Algorithms in Cognitive contractor, and ASELSAN Radio Networks and Test and ARGELA are the Simulator Development subcontractors. (KAYA) Project - Ankara n Social Media Anomaly University is the prime The commemorative card featuring the DEĞİRMEN Project was signed by Prof. Detection, Incident contractor and ASELSAN Dr. İsmail Demir and Prof. Dr. Kutbeddin Demirdağ, Rector of Fırat University. Tracking and Analysis is the subcontractor. Unless otherwise stated, all photographs: (HAVADİS) Project: n Interference Management ASELSAN is the prime (ATOM): TEI is the prime DataBoss is the prime in Cognitive Radio contractor, and TÜBİTAK contractor, and Ermaksan contractor, and Gebze Networks (HİZA) Project: MAM (Marmara Research and Gazi University are Technical University İTÜNOVA Technology Centre) and TÜBİTAK the subcontractors. and TOBB University Transfer Office is the SAGE (Defence Industries n Refractor Material of Economics and prime contractor, and Research Development Project Technology are the Istanbul Technical and Development for Missile Jet subcontractors. University (ITU) is the Institute) are the Wing Applications n Deep Learning Big Data subcontractor. subcontractors. (REFRAKTER): Analysis Platform n Next-Generation Material n Nickel Metal Dust TÜBİTAK MAM is the © (DEĞİRMEN) Project: Development Project Development Project for prime contractor and MSI TDR Fırat University is the for Domes and Optical Additive Manufacturing ROKETSAN is the prime contractor. Windows (KUBBE): in Aviation Practices subcontractor.

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prime contractor, and Sabancı University is the subcontractor. n Aviation-Quality Stainless Steel and Nickel-Based Super Alloy Development (DİNÇ) Project: TEI is the prime contractor, and TÜBİTAK MAM and AKMETAL are the subcontractors. n GaN-Based S/R Module Components Development (AKASYA) Project: ASELSAN is the prime contractor, and AB The commemorative card featuring the KAŞİF Project was signed by Hacı Ali Mantar, MikroNano and KUPFER President of TÜBİTAK BİLGEM; Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir; Prof. Dr. Nazım Ekren, Rector of Istanbul Ticaret University, are the subcontractors. and Prof. Dr. Yücel Şahin, Vice Rector of Yıldız Technical University. n Milimetre Wave n Titanium-Layered Additive Band GaN-Based High Manufacturing Process Performance Integrated Development Project, Circuit Development Based on the Electron (MOGAN) Project: Beam Melting (EBM) Meteksan Defence- Method (ELEKTRON Bilkent University Joint Project): TEI is the Venture is the contractor. Meteksan Defence-Bilkent University Joint Venture to Work on Critical Technologies Following the signing ceremony, Meteksan Defence issued a press release about the Millimetre Wave Band GaN-Based High Performance Integrated Circuit Development (MOGAN) Project. Under the project: n The GaN-based high power integrated circuit design, development and production infrastructure will be expanded to cover the Ka-band frequencies, and The commemorative card featuring the KAYA Project was signed by Prof. Dr. n The indigenous production of GaN-based power İsmail Demir and Prof. Dr. Ayhan Elmalı, Vice Rector of Ankara University. amplifiers for both civil and military applications, which require high power, high efficiency and high linearity, will be ensured. Considering the increase in the market share of GaN-based RF devices, and the fact that they are being used more widely in various areas, it can be said that when Turkey gains this critical technology, its foreign dependency in the field of electronics will decrease, and this will lead to the indigenous production of critical components in both mili- tary and civil projects. The prototypes, which are capable of operating at high frequencies thanks to their advantages in terms of frequency, power endurance and output power/ noise factor, will also be used in military radar systems and satellite terminals, 5G base stations, traffic radar applications, autonomous driving applications and imaging applications. Plans are in place for the GaN-Based Power Amplifier Integrated Circuit, the Switching Integrated Circuit, the Driver Amplifier Integrated Circuit, as well as the RF Power Amplifier and Upconverter Module that will be developed by using these circuits, to be used in The commemorative card featuring the HİZA Project was signed by projects to be put into practice in the near future. Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir and Prof. Dr. Alper Ünal, Vice Rector of ITU.

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n Dust Thermobaric applications in such a way Explosive Development that they can be produced (VOLKAN) Project: domestically, and in TÜBİTAK SAGE is the this regard, to produce prime contractor, and radars with increased TÜBİTAK MAM and MKEK capabilities by totally (Mechanical and Chemical indigenous means. Industry Company) are the subcontractors. Resisting Embargoes The targets to be achieved The signing ceremony once the projects are com- opened with a presentation pleted are as follows: given by Deniz Demirci, Ad- n The transfer of vanced Materials and En- information and ergy Programme Manager technology to industry, in the R&D Department of and to have industry the SSM. In his presenta- transform the technology tion, Demirci shared the The commemorative card featuring the REFRAKTER Project was signed into products; SSM’s approach to R&D by Selçuk Yaşar, President and CEO of ROKETSAN; Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir; n To gain the technology projects. and Prof. Dr. İbrahim Kılıçaslan, President of TÜBİTAK MAM. and components required Undersecretary Prof. Dr. for platforms such as İsmail Demir, who took the military radios, and wide- floor next, gave important band communication messages about R&D proj- network and intelligence ects, beginning his speech systems and their by explaining the role of subsystems; R&D in a country’s develop- n To achieve a considerable ment. Undersecretary Prof. decrease in foreign Dr. Demir gave the example dependency by means of of the upgrading of Leopard the indigenous production 2 tanks that was present in of materials that are the inventory of the Turk- critical especially for ish Land Forces by the time aviation practices ; of his speech. Referring to n To produce materials news articles in the Turk- that are critical for ish press claiming that Tur- demolition technologies key may be subject to some indigenously; embargoes related to this The commemorative cards featuring the KUBBE and AKASYA projects was signed n To develop semi-conductive upgrading, he said: “When by Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir and Dr. Faik Eken, President and CEO of ASELSAN. materials for use in radar they ask us about these, TEI to Develop Critical Materials for Aviation Practices TEI signed three contracts during the event. In the subsequent press statement issued by the company, it was emphasised that these projects will allow the indigenous production of critical materials, for especially aviation practices, leading to a considerable decrease in Turkey’s foreign dependency in this field, while also enabling the indigenous production of materials that are critical for demolition technologies. Of these three projects, the DİNÇ Project foresees the development of the aviation-quality stainless steel and nickel-based super alloys required by the defence industry and for civil aviation platforms. The second project, called ATOM, is for the development of nickel metal dust for additive manufacturing in aviation practices, while the third project, ELEKTRON, covers The commemorative card featuring the DİNÇ Project was signed by the development of a titanium layer process based on Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir and Prof. Dr. Mahmut Faruk Akşit, President and CEO of TEI. the Electron Beam Melting (EBM) method.

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The commemorative card featuring the ATOM Project was signed by The commemorative card featuring the ELEKTRON Project was signed by Prof. Dr. İbrahim Uslan, Rector of Gazi University; Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir; Prof. Dr. Hasan Mandal, Acting President of Sabancı University; Prof. Dr. İsmail and Prof. Dr. Mahmut Faruk Akşit, President and CEO of TEI. Demir; and Prof. Dr. Mahmut Faruk Akşit, President and CEO of TEI. Successful R&D Works Rely on Cooperation Stating that a product goes through a long chain of pro- cesses before entering into use, ranging from R&D to serial production, Under- secretary Prof. Dr. Demir said: “We don’t claim to be an R&D institution like the other prominent institutions and organisations special- ised in R&D in Turkey, such as TÜBİTAK. We say only that we are knowledgeable about The commemorative card featuring the MOGAN Project was signed by Tunç Batum, President of Meteksan Defence; the chain of processes that Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir; Prof. Dr. Abdullah Atalar, Rector of BİLKENT University; and Prof. Dr. Ekmel Özbay, Director lead to the product, espe- of Nanotam (Nanotechnology Research Centre). cially in the field of defence we tell them that we aren’t and to act independently in duce our foreign dependen- ... Our colleagues working concerned about any of the this sense, we need to be cy, and to become compe- on fundamental sciences items that may be subject able to take decisions with tent especially in defence and applied sciences, R&D to restrictions. We can do our own free will, and not industry. The key to this staff, research institutes and certain things by ourselves bow to the others’ embar- is, of course, to carry out companies form the links in by means of our alterna- goes and threats. To do R&D works that lead to this chain. As an enterprise tive resources. So, in or- this, we need to develop the production of high tech that understands who re- der to strengthen our hand high tech products, to re- products.” quires what kind of product

Technologies Gained through Certain R&D Projects Completed in 2017, and Their Areas of Use Type of Technology Gained Area from the Project of Use Additive manufacturing Engines used in aerospace Energetic material Rockets and missiles Advanced material shaping Aerial vehicles Navigation technologies Head tracking systems, guided systems, tactical unmanned aerial vehicles Infrared sensing Reconnaissance and surveillance camera systems, facility and border security, missile warning system Electronic warfare Seeker simulator Communication Communication infrastructure for public security

18 - April 2018 through maintaining a good our institutions, play a great dialogue with the customer, role. What really matters is we first define the needs, and laying the flagstones of the then decide on what kind of path that leads to success technologies are required to altogether, and forming the develop such a product. Once links of the chain, hand-in- we have formed the links of hand.” the chain, we would like to retain this dialogue with our SSM Calls on All customers.” Parties Capable of R&D Undersecretary Prof. Dr. Undersecretary Prof. Dr. Demir emphasised that there Demir explained the SSM’s should be synergy in an eco- motivation in reaching all system: “In fact, we should parties that are capable of form this chain altogether carrying out R&D: “We have as a family ... Rather than many needs; there are re- discussing who will lead the ally a lot of fields that we process or who is perform- need to work on. Now we are The commemorative card featuring the VOLKAN Project was signed by ing better in a certain field, talking about 14 subjects, but Ahmet Taşkın, Chairman of the Executive Board and General Manager of MKEK; Prof. Dr. İsmail Demir; and Erdal Çakmak, Director of TÜBİTAK SAGE. we, as a country, should first tomorrow, maybe this will concentrate on achieving the be 1,014, and then even try. In this sense, we care of any institutions carrying result successfully. Once the more in the future. Carrying about all the stakeholders out valuable R&D works in result is achieved and a val- out research in such huge that we can reach, and we a certain field, please let us ue is created, and it will be numbers of subjects is not need your support in letting know.” everybody’s success. Along something that we can do us know about those that we The event concluded after that road, the contributions alone. In fact, this is not only cannot reach or which we commemorative cards fea- of our colleagues, weather our concern, but also the have overlooked. If you have turing the recently contract- they be small or large, and of concern of the entire coun- any colleagues or are aware ed projects were signed. u

April 2018 - 19 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / AYESAŞ AYESAŞ Showcases the Future of Operator Consoles

YESAŞ continues its highly successful operator © console product family with the Next Generation MSI TDR AOperator Console (ADVENT Console). Launched during IDEF 2017, the ADVENT Console is designed to be used in all surface platforms of the Turkish Naval Forces Command and navies of the allied nations, and from 2018 in new ship construction and modernization projects, particu- larly class İ frigates, i.e. the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th ships of the MİLGEM project. The console will also be able to be used in land platforms. The main features of the console are that it is: n Compact, modular, adaptable to different requirements, n Compatible with the ADVENT Combat Management System of the Turkish Naval Forces, and n Architecturally integrated with data and video networks. In the defence exhibitions and customer demos, AYESAŞ presents the ADVENT Console with a virtual reality applica- tion that simulates the console in Combat Operations Centre of a naval platform. By wearing virtual reality glasses, the participants are given the opportunity to experience the con- sole for themselves. The ADVENT Console introduces a new approach in equip- ment design, as summarized in Table 1, which can described as an application of Industry 4.0: n The efficient use of resources (time, money and manpower), n Reduction of the probability of error and response time, n Presentation of the design process prior to production with full visuality, n Facilitation of the processes of the production team and stakeholders, n Ensuring more reliable and testable demonstration, The ADVENT Console n Paving the way to ensure full use in virtual reality. ©

AYESAŞ is a reliable supplier for the F-35 project. Lockheed Martin

20 - April 2018 MSI TDR ©

Showcased by AYESAŞ during IDEF 2017, the ADVENT Console can be used both on naval and land platforms. As part of the ADVENT Console’s introduction, AYESAŞ used virtual reality applications to create animations of a surface platform.

AYESAŞ is a Reliable Supplier for F-35 n F-35 Missile Remote Interface Unit (MRIU): CCAs of AYESAŞ is also a reliable supplier for the F-35 since the ear- the F-35 (JSF) Missile Remote Interface Unit are ly times of the project. AYESAŞ is responsible for the follow- supplied by AYESAŞ. AYESAŞ was involved to ing systems: this project at the System Design and Development n F-35 Panoramic Cockpit Display (PCD): CCAs of the (SDD) phase in 2004, where it was part of the electronic unit of F-35 (JSF) Panoramic Cockpit Display are mechanical and electronic design and development supplied by AYESAŞ since 2007, as a single source for the activities. AYESAŞ is the single source supplier for the whole program and for all three variants of the aircraft, as circuit card assemblies as well as the chassis of the the subcontractor to L-3 Display Systems of the USA. MRIU since 2007. u

Table 1. Previous and New Approach in Equipment Design Previous Approach New Approach l Demonstration with drawings on paper l 3D demonstration with touch-and-feel feature (virtual reality) l Demonstration on computer l Demonstration with actual dimensions l Mock-up demonstration l Virtual demonstration of equipment component in actual size l Revision with Engineering Change Proposals l Virtual demonstration of the entire system with other subsystems l More realistic modelling l Demonstration of layout design

April 2018 - 21 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / BMC

BMC Showcases Latest Version of AMAZON at DSA As one of the leading Turkish ccupying a total area of 250.000 square meters in Pınarbaşı Plant, BMC continues to manufacture bu- automotive companies providing Oses for public transportation, heavy weight trucks for solutions in both defence and transportation and logistics industry together with the tac- tical armoured vehicles for the realm of defence industry. transportation industries, BMC was Operating with a highly skilled workforce including over 2000 established in 1964 in İzmir. Since white and blue collar employees and with the capacity of ma- nufacturing 22,000 of vehicles, BMC is moving forward to be- the first day of its foundation; BMC, come a global brand via the renewal of its goals. by developing in-house know-how Thanks to its capability of responding back to the changing conditions and customer demands in the quickest way, the via its own R&D Centre, has achieved company boasts a product range that includes vehicles for a significant contribution of 10 all segments. BMC’s strong position in the global market, as well as its effective marketing strategy provides the abi- billion dollars to Turkish economy. lity to respond rapidly to the customer needs with innovative Throughout 54 years, BMC has products in domestic and overseas markets. In this regard, BMC, guiding the industry with its knowledge and experien- accomplished successfully ce, is going to set the stage for AMAZON at DSA 2018, Kuala the hard task of manufacturing over Lumpur, Malaysia. 300,000 vehicles in total. BMC © All photographs:

Left to right: VURAN, KİRPİ and AMAZON

22 - April 2018 BMC requests the pleasure of exhibition visitors’ company at the booth numbered 10222 at Turkish Pavilion to present de- tailed information on the latest versions of the following ve- hicles: VURAN (the Multi-Purpose Armoured Vehicle), AMA- ZON (the Multi-Purpose Armored Vehicle), KİRPİ-II (the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle), RCV (the Riot Control Vehicle), and Midilux-Z (the Armored Bus).

KİRPİ-II (4X4) - Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle KİRPİ-II, the new version of the legendary KİRPİ, which has become famous at the category of the mine resistant ambush protected vehicles for its durability, presents an innovative feature as having an independent suspension system. In ad- dition to its highly protective features against mine and im- provised explosive devices, KİRPİ-II continues to be the leader regarding both passenger conformity and road handling. KİRPİ-II Monocoque type armoured cabin and ballistic glasses, sho- ck absorbing seats, V-shaped underbelly, gun ports and emergency exit hatch are the leading features of KİRPİ-II. The discriminative qualities of the vehicle are as follows: n Remote controlled weapon station, n Sniper detection system, n Internal communication system, n CBRN filtration system, n Jammer, n 360 degree front and rear view cameras, n Automatic fire detection and suppression system, together with central tyre inflation system,

April 2018 - 23 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / BMC

With KİRPİ-II, the new version of the legendary KİRPİ, BMC KİRPİ has become a product family, which is famous at the category of the mine resistant ambush protected vehicles for its durability.

n Electrical and air connectors for towing and being towed, AMAZON (4X4) - Multi Purpose n IR, blackout and camouflage lighting, Armoured Vehicle n NATO towing hook, AMAZON, which is the vehicle that will be presented by n Transportability on air and railway and BMC at DSA 2018, guarantees the security of its crew aga- n Driver information system. inst mine, ballistic and hand-made explosive threats. It has KİRPİ-II is designed to compensate for the needs of the the capacity to carry on 7 passengers and has a high mano- Turkish Armed Forces and the other allied countries’ armies. euvre capability. The distinguishing features of the vehicle are as follows: Automatic fire detection and suppression VURAN (4x4) - Multi Purpose system, central tyre inflation system, run flat tyre inserts, Armoured Vehicle rear view camera, and blackout and camouflage lighting. BMC launched the World Premiere of the New Facelift of VURAN 4x4, The Multi-Purpose Armoured Vehicle, at RCV – Riot Control Vehicle DIMDEX 2018. Thanks to its monocoque type armoured ca- The Riot Control Vehicle (RCV), which is manufactured with bin and ballistic glasses, shock absorbing seats, V-shaped the aim of intervening in the social upheavals quickly and underbelly, gun ports and emergency exit hatch; VURAN effectively, comes forward with its keen ability to make agi- is part of a family including the Multi-Purpose Armoured le manoeuvres and the capacity for adaptability to tough Vehicles. It provides mine and ballistic protection for its conditions. Thanks to its field performance, genuine chas- crew. Front and rear view camera, automatic fire detection sis and powerful road handling; BMC RCV gives full support and suppression system, remote controlled weapon stati- to provide security and public order at both urban and rural on, central tyre inflation system, run-flat tyre inserts and sites. A/C with heating and cooling functions are the outstanding Water and foam tanks, which are noticed for their du- features of VURAN 4x4. rability, computer driven operator system, turbo diesel

Thanks to its field performance, genuine chassis and powerful road handling; BMC RCV gives full support to provide security and public order at both urban and rural sites.

24 - April 2018 AMAZON guarantees the security of its crew against mine, ballistic and hand-made explosive threats.

engine with 6 cylinders, independent cabin heater and shotguns, glass with ballistic protection level, and mine-lo- runflat are the outstanding aspects making RCV to be one cked doors. step ahead. MIDILUX-Z has the front and rear spring parabolic suspension system with hydraulic shock absorber, MIDILUX-Z (4x2) – Armoured Bus full air dry type service brake, air operated spring-loa- BMC MIDILUX-Z differentiates itself with the quality of ded hand brake and independent cabin heater. In addition having ballistic protection. Armoured for safe personnel to the runflat option, the vehicle can be provided with transport in difficult conditions, the vehicle is equipped with such a supplementary component as fire extinguishing the following additional features, which brings safety and system for not only the wheels but also the exterior security to passenger transport: Polycarbonate outer glass, area. u

BMC MIDILUX-Z differentiates itself with the quality of having ballistic protection.

April 2018 - 25 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / ARES Shipyard Moving Forwards as a Groundbreaking Company, ARES Shipyard’s Delivery of Coast Guard Boats to Qatar Continues Full Speed Prior to the ceremony, the guests of the event, including As part of the project conducted to meet Ahmet Arslan, Minister of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications, examined the boats to be delivered, while the Qatar Coast Guard’s requirements, accompanied by Kerim Kalafatoğlu, Chairman and Executive Director of ARES Shipyard. ARES Shipyard has performed the delivery of the first ARES 150 HERCULES boat and one ARES 110 HERCULES boat with a ceremony held in Antalya on December 8. The ceremony, which was attended by Ahmet Arslan, Minister of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications, stood as one of the important milestones for ARES Shipyard and the Turkish military shipyard, especially since it involved the first delivery ever of the 48 metres-long ARES 150 HERCULES. he project in question was launched following a tender in Şebnem ASİL / [email protected] which ARES Shipyard outcompeted 18 companies, with Ümit BAYRAKTAR / [email protected] MSI TDR the project contract being signed with the Qatar Ministry Alper ÇALIK / [email protected] © T of Interior on April 14, 2014. The project involves the construc- Deliveries Continue 1.5 Years Ahead tion of the following boats, which all have composite hulls: of Schedule n Five 24 metres-long ARES 75 HERCULES fast patrol boats. As of the date of the ceremony, deliveries for all of the ARES 75 n Ten 34 metres-long ARES 110 HERCULES fast patrol boats. HERCULES have been completed, while seven ARES 110 n Two 48 metres-long ARES 150 HERCULES offshore HERCULES and one ARES 150 HERCULES have been deliv- patrol vessels (OPVs). ered so far. Although the total duration of the project was ini- Furthermore, each ARES 110 HERCULES also transports one tially envisaged as 4.5 years, the delivery schedule is moving 7.5 metres ARES 24 HARPOON fast intervention boat, while the 1.5 years ahead of the contract schedule. ARES 150 HERCULES transports two of such boats. The cost of ARES 150 HERCULES also stands out as the largest composite project is around $300 million. hulled ship ever to be built in Turkey. Company officials also Unless otherwise stated, all photographs:

The ARES 110 HERCULES was selected in 2016 as the Best Patrol Boat by the Australian Work Boat World magazine.

26 - April 2018 During the ceremony, Minister Arslan emphasised the 48-metre long ARES 150 HERCULES’ manoeuvrability by noting that it has a turning radius of 74 metres. © ARES Shipyard

highlight that, with its speed of 37 nautical miles per hour, the the boats to execute even the most sensitive manoeuvres; ARES 150 HERCULES is the world’s fastest ship in the OPV and whenever deemed necessary, the boats can even be class. Meanwhile, in 2016, the ARES 110 HERCULES was se- moved solely by using the joystick. The joystick is only one lected as the Best Patrol Boat by the Australian Work Boat of the ship control systems. Furthermore, the water jets World magazine. The hull of all boats of the HERCULES family have various control mechanisms that permit the water are constructed using full vacuum infusion technology and ep- entry and exit directions to be adjusted separately. All of oxy resin. these systems can be managed from the bridge as well as the consoles located on the uppermost open deck. In HERCULES Boats Stand Out these types of surface platforms, open decks are used in with High Their Manoeuvrability low threat environments to provide a wider angle of view, The entire HERCULES family uses water jets as its prima- such as during port manoeuvres. In addition, the water jets ry system of propulsion. The boats also use water jets to in the ARES 75 and ARES 110 can also be controlled via a change course and manoeuvre. As a result, the boats lack a classical ship’s wheel. conventional propeller or rudder, which means safer naviga- During the acceptance tests at sea, the ARES 110s were tion in shallow waters, and also for sea life. tested at speeds more than 10 percent above the speed Perhaps the most important attribute the water jet sys- requirements listed in the contract, and these boats can tem confers to the boats is high manoeuvrability. Thanks operate in conditions of up to sea state five. Similarly, the to these water jets, boats can, in addition to their standard ARES 150s were tested at speeds more than 20 percent manoeuvres, also execute movements such as moving above the speed requirements listed in the contract, and sideways without changing the direction of its bow. To have the boats can operate in conditions of up to sea state six. the boats perform these types of manoeuvres, the helms- The shape of the ships’ hull is said to also enable opera- man (the seaman who holds the helm) would normally tions in the ocean. Furthermore, in addition to their cruis- have to manage multiple complex controls at the same ing range of 1,600 nautical miles, the ARES 150s have a re- time; however, with these systems, the only device the verse osmosis system that eliminates the boats’ need for helmsman needs to use is a simple joystick. This enables water replenishment. The water jets of the ARES 110 HERCULES. Thanks to their “reverse bucket” system, the water jets on the port and starboard side of the boat not only serve to propel the ship forward, but can also move the ship astern. The reverse bucket can be described as a bucket-like mechanism that turns and covers the

ARES Shipyard exit of the water jet. The water jet in the middle provides forward thrust. The

© ARES 75 boats are different in that they lack the middle water jet.

Hulls of the HERCULES series boats are produced in a single step and as a single piece, by utilising full vacuum infusion technology and epoxy resin.

April 2018 - 27 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / ARES Shipyard

ARES 150 HERCULES is described as the world’s fastest offshore patrol vessel (OPV). ARES Shipyard ©

ARES Shipyard Opens a New Page in Maintainability Each one of the ships constructed by ARES Shipyard certainly have their own distinguishing features. However, there is also a notable detail in their design: Some of the subsystems used in these three boats of different size and class are actually identical, which is particularly important from the standpoint of the ships’ maintenance and sustainment. Furthermore, this feature affects the operational capability of the ships in a positive way. This can be explained with a simple example: In case a ARES 110 HERCULES boat becomes inactive due to a malfunction In addition to its cruising range of 1,600 nautical miles, the ARES 150 HERCULES is also capable of producing its own drinking water, thanks to its reverse osmosis system. in a critical subsystem, a func- tional copy of the same sub- system can be taken from an ARES 75 HERCULES that is currently under maintenance, and be fitted into the ARES 110 HERCULES to render it active ARES Shipyard ©

A view of the bridge on ARES 150 HERCULES. The bridge consoles of all HERCULES series boats are nearly identical. Similarly, the boats of three different sizes have many subsystems that are similar or identical, which is important in terms of logistics and manageability.

28 - April 2018 and operational once again. Furthermore, the use of n Main Engines: ARES 75 and ARES 110 both use common subsystems is also important from the Qatari MTU’s 12V 2000 M84 diesel engines. Coast Guard’s standpoint, in terms of reducing purchas- The only difference between them is that the smaller ing costs when procuring the spare parts it will need in the of these boats has two of these engines, while the future. other has three. ARES 150s also an MTU engine Some of the common subsystems used in these platforms of belonging to the same family, namely the different types are as follows: MTU 16V 4000 M63L. Table 1. Platforms to Be Delivered to the Qatari Coast Guard under the Project ARES 75 HERCULES ARES 110 HERCULES ARES 150 HERCULES GENERAL INFORMATION Type Fast Patrol Boat Fast Patrol Boat Offshore Patrol Vessel Total Number to Be Delivered 5 10 2 Number of ARES 24 HARPOON - 1 2 Fast Intervention Boats Carried Onboard DIMENSIONS Length (metres) 24.1 34.47 48.09 Width (metres) 5.8 7.56 8.95 Draft (metres) 1.2 1.45 1.78 Displacement (tons) 59 130 275 PERFORMANCE AND SUBSYSTEMS Maximum Speed (knots) 40 32 37 Economic Speed (knots) 25 15 15 Cruising Range (nautical miles) 360 800 1,600 Main Engine 2 x MTU 12V 2000 M84 Diesel 3 x MTU 12V 2000 M84 Diesel 3 x MTU 16V 4000 M63L Diesel Propulsion System 2 x Rolls Royce 50A3 Water Jet 3 x Rolls Royce 50A3 Water Jet 3 x Rolls Royce S71-4 Water Jet Auxiliary Engine 2 x Caterpillar C4.4 series 2 x Caterpillar C4.4 series 2 x Caterpillar C7.1 series NUMBER OF PERSONNEL Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers 4 7 10 Enlisted 4 16 18 WEAPON SYSTEMS 12,7 mm ASELSAN STAMP 1 2 2 30 mm ASELSAN SMASH - 1 1

With its ability to operate in conditions of up to sea state six and cruising range of 1,600 nautical miles, the ARES 150 HERCULES is classified by ARES Shipyard as an offshore patrol vessel (OPV). © ARES Shipyard

April 2018 - 29 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / ARES Shipyard

ARES Shipyard’s Business in Qatar Reached n Water Jets: The situation with the boats’ water jets is similar to the one with the main engines: The ARES 75 has two of the Half a Billion Dollars Rolls-Royce 50A3 water jets, while ARES 110 has three. On ARES Shipyard has signed another contract with the other hand, the ARES 150 has three Rolls-Royce the Qatari Coast Guard Command during a signing S71-4 water jets. ceremony held on 13th March, at DIMDEX 2018. n Weapon Systems: Theweapon systems to be used on the Staff Brigadier Ali Ahmad Al-Bedeed, Commander ships include ASELSAN’s 30 mm SMASH and 12.7 mm of the Qatari Coast Guard, and Kerim Kalafatoğlu, STAMP systems. Chairman and Executive Director of ARES Shipyard, n Auxiliary Engines(Generators): ARES 75 and ARES 110 were among the signatories of the contract that use Caterpillar C4.4 series generators. The generators covers the construction of a total of nine boats, of these two boats of different sizes have the same diesel comprising three 48-metre long ARES 150 HERCULES machines. The only differences between them are the and six 24-metre long ARES 80 SAT vessels. alternators being used and their power output. ARES 150’s The contract also includes training and logistical auxiliary machines use the C7.1 model support services. of the same manufacturer. Together with the 17-boat contract signed previously n Bridge Consoles: The bridge consoles of the HERCULES at DIMDEX 2014 to meet the requirements of Qatari series boats and ships are nearly identical. Only the Coast Guard Command, ARES Shipyard’s total ARES 150’s manoeuvre controls are slightly different business volume in Qatar has now reached than the other boat’s, due to the bow thruster on its bow. $500 million. n Electronic Systems: All of the navigation, electronic, The ARES 150 HERCULES Offshore Patrol Vessels communication and electro-optic systems used in the to be constructed under the contract have composite HERCULES series are almost entirely the same. The only hulls and will be equipped with two 7.5 metre-long difference in this regard is in the radar systems. The ARES ARES 24 HARPOON fast intervention boats. 75 features two Kelvin Hughes X-Band radars, while the ASELSAN will be providing the remote control ARES 110 and ARES 150 both use one X-Band and one S Band systems and electro-optics systems for the radars, also made by Kelvin Hughes. vessels, and the weapon systems will consist n Air Conditioning Systems: of one 30 mm SMASH and two 12.7 mm STAMPs. All of the boats are equipped with İKS Coolmar brand air The aluminium-hulled ARES 80 SAT boats, on the conditioning systems, which only differ with respect to their other hand, will be delivered with a single heating and cooling capacities. 12.7 mm STAMP weapon system. n Hydro-Mechanic Systems: The hydro-mechanic systems Although the contract was signed by the used in the boats, such as the pumps and valves, are largely Qatari Coast Guard Command, the official user the same. of these boats will actually be the Internal The fact that the boats have so many common systems also Security Forces, which is affiliated to the Prime affects the training requirements of the personnel. Any Ministry of Qatar. personnel trained to serve on the smallest member of the In line with the provisions of the contract, nine of HERCULES family can quickly adapt to the family’s largest ves- the boats are to be delivered by 2020, in other words sel within a very short period. That is why it would not inaccu- within around 30 months, although ARES Shipyard rate to say that, rather than purchasing three different types of aims to complete all deliveries six months in advance platforms for its inventory, the Qatari Coast Guard has actually of the contract schedule. purchased different-sized versions of the same platform. u

30 - April 2018 April 2018 - 31 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / Otokar

Otokar Aims to Add New Achievements in Asia, Following its Success in the Gulf Region Otokar, with products used in more than 30 countries across the world, will attend at the DSA Defence Services Asia Exhibition set to take place on April 16-19, 2018 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. During the four-day exhibition Otokar will promote Cobra II armoured personnel carrier. tokar, Turkey’s largest privately owned defence industry hen its position in the international defence industry with its company, will participate in DSA, the biggest defence in- technological superiority, engineering power, design capa- Odustry exhibition in Asia, with Cobra II Armoured Per- bilities and over 30 years of experience in military vehicles. sonnel Vehicle. In the 16th edition of the exhibition, Otokar More than 30 thousand military vehicles designed to meet will be in Turkish Pavilion Hall 1 B Stand No 10240, promoting user expectations and needs against present day and future Cobra II, with its high level of protection, spacious interior and superior mobility for potential users. Stating that Otokar has allocated four percent of its turnover in the last decade for research and development and has been serving over 30 countries in five continents, Serdar Görgüç, General Manager, Otokar said, “Otokar continues to strengt-

32 - April 2018 threats are actively used in several different missions in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Central Europe.” Görgüç mentioned that Otokar, adding new achievements every day in the international arena, has taken its position in the industry to higher levels with its technology and knowhow transfer, “As a result of the deal we signed last year for 8x8 amphibious armoured vehicles to meet the needs of the Uni- ted Arab Emirates Armed Forces, we took our position in the industry to a whole new level. With the deal signed by Al Ja- soor, founded with the joint efforts of Otokar and Tawazun, Otokar now stands apart in the defence industry, not only with its products but also global knowhow, engineering, R&D and technology transfer capabilities.” Görgüç continued: “Our aim is to be able to respond to the High Protection and Mobility Capabilities needs and expectations of different users in the best possib- COBRA II, designed by the R&D team and built on the existing le way through similar collaborations. We regard the DSA COBRA vehicle to serve security forces in various missions, Exhibition as an important means in attaining this goal and features a modular platform with superior technical and tac- strengthening our presence in the region. Otokar vehicles tical specifications. COBRA II delivers high performance in the are already serving successfully in the Asia-Pacific region. most challenging terrain and climate conditions and stands The first COBRA II armoured vehicle exports we realized last apart for its 9-personnel capacity as well as high level of prote- year were delivered to this region and our vehicles are actively ction, firing power and mission-oriented equipment. COBRA II, used in United Nations missions. At Otokar, we follow export which was added to Otokar’s product range in 2013, also co- opportunities in the region closely. We are aiming to add new mes in an amphibious version and offers a modular const-

achievements in the Asia-Pacific region, similar to what we ruction. Designed and produced by Otokar in line with client All photographs: have already succeeded in the Gulf region.” expectations against present day threats, COBRA II offers outstanding level of protection against ballistic, mine and IED threats. COBRA II, subjected to rigorous climatic and amphi-

bious tests in different parts of the world, travelled thousands ©

of miles and also successfully passed the open sea swimming Otokar tests. COBRA II is already in service with Turkish Armed and Security forces and with export customers. u

April 2018 - 33 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / Samsun Yurt Savunma

Samsun Yurt Savunma Returns from US with Award: Canik TP9SFx is the 2017 Handgun of the Year in USA Samsun Yurt Savunma (SYS), one of Turkey’s leading defence sector companies, recently won the “2017 Handgun of the Year” award for its Canik TP9SFx model, manufactured at its facilities in Samsun, Turkey. urrently accounting for nearly 70 percent of Turkey’s handgun exports, SYS further crowned this remark- Cable performance by winning an award at the event entitled Annual Firearms Industry Team Challenge and Fire- arms Industry Choice Awards, organised for the second time between July 20 and 22, 2017.

Canik TP9SFx: Handgun of the Year A total of 98 companies from all categories took part in the handgun contest organised during the event. All of the handguns that entered into the competition were examined meticulously by an independent jury panel, whose members comprised individuals from every level and segment of the sector, from producers to end users, and from security offi- cers (military and police) to sales representatives and shoot- The TP9SFx was selected as the 2017 Pistol of the Year in the United States. ers. The 28-hour assessment by the jury focused on techni- cal features, performance, presentation and cost. SYS Accounts for 70 Percent of Entering the shortlist of finalists in the handgun category Turkey’s Handgun Exports were the companies Canik, Glock, Springfield, H&K and Sig Since 2000, SYS has, from its facilities in the Turkish city of Sauer, although the first to pass the finish line was by SYS, Samsun, been producing not only semi-automatic handguns with its Canik TP9SFx model winning the 2017 Handgun of under the Canik brand, but also rocket and missile compo- the Year award. nents, and aviation products.

34 - April 2018 In 2017, SSM recognised SYS as Turkey’s third most successful defence industry company after TAI and TEI.

Currently responsible for more than 70 percent of Turkey’s handgun exports, the company stands as the eighth leading About TP9SFx handgun exporter to the United States, according to 2016 TP9SFx is developed to serve as the Premium version of data. TP Series Pistols with its 5.20 inch barrel. SFx comes with SYS has also distinguished itself as the only defence many new features as modular for the shooter to enjoy company to make it into the list of Turkey’s fastest grow- more in target shooting. Equipped with front serrations, ing 100 companies compiled by the Union of Chambers extended magazine catch and extended slide stop, the and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) for the last shooter’s control of the pistol is enhanced and sighting three years. is improved thanks to the fibre-optic front sight. The tolerances are tightened; the trigger stroke is shortened therefore allowing for quicker firing rates with integrated trigger safety, an optic mount slot is introduced to facilitate the mounting of popular Red-Dot optical sights by installing interfaces that also enables cocking lever for smooth loading. Thanks to the weight reducing cuts on the slide, the weight of SFx is similar to the standard size TP Series Pistols. FEATURES OF CANIK TP9SFX n Fiber Reinforced Polymer Frame n Ergonomic Frame Design n SAO Trigger System with Trigger Safety n Integral Accessory Picatinny Rail (MIL-STD-1913) n Side Changeable Magazine Catch n Cerakote Finish n Comes with industry standard dovetail sight cuts that are compatible with a large variety of Canik: A Global Brand aftermarket sights In 2017, SYS was declared as the third most successful de- n Warren Tactical sights with red and fence sector company in Turkey by the Undersecretariat for green fibre optic front sight Defence Industries (SSM), right after TEI and TAI, based on a n Removeable Red Dot cover – Rear sight installed thorough assessment of nine criteria: productivity, adequacy in cover to eliminate interference with certain of resources, efficiency of financial fixed assets, workforce Red Dot sights productivity, supply chain management, subsidiary industry n Four Red Dot interface plates for eight different use, logistics, exports and R&D. SYS owes this success to red dot brands All photographs: its diligence in planned works, spanning over the course of n Match grade barrel many years. n Improved single action trigger with 3.5 – 4 lb. pull SYS pursues its activities by fully recognising that in all n Lightening cuts on slide to reduce muzzle rise sectors, the precondition of success includes identifying n Forward slide serrations © end user needs; designing products to satisfy those needs; n Extended ergonomic slide stop Samsun Yurt Savunma ensuring the production of the relevant design in the most n Adjustable length reversible magazine catch efficient manner; and ensuring the sale of the product n Two extra sizes of magazine catch extension through the right marketing strategies, especially in export (addition to standard magazine catch) markets. As a result of its activities based on this overall n Striker status indicator vision, SYS has succeeding in making the Canik a global n AFC magazine coating handgun brand. u

April 2018 - 35 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / Vestel Defence Vestel Defence Asserts Itself with the KARAYEL-SU KARAYEL-S, loaded with ROKETSAN MAM-L, seen during tests in 2016. KARAYEL unmanned aerial vehicle, which has served commendably in the Turkish Armed Forces under a leasing agreement, has become a product family. After the initial KARAYEL and

© KARAYEL-S (S standing for “Silahlı” Vestel Defence in Turkish, meaning Armed) versions, Vestel Defence introduced the KARAYEL-SU version (SU standing ARAYEL-SU has a wider wingspan, as well as winglets on for Silahlı-Uzun in Turkish, meaning Kits wing tips and two hardpoints for payload under each wing. Each one of these hardpoint can carry 30 kg, meaning Armed-Long Endurance) during that the total payload capacity of the KARAYEL-SU under its IDEF 2017. With this latest version, wings is 120 kg. At the IDEF’17, KARAYEL-SU was displayed Vestel Defence has increased both with ROKETSAN MAM-L and MAM-C munitions under its wings. The hardpoint under the wings can also be equipped the payload capacity and the with payloads other than munitions. The KARAYEL-SU also endurance of the KARAYEL. retains the ability to carry up to 50 kg payloads at the station under its airframe. was operated by Turkish Armed Forces under a leasing agreement, accumulating operational flight hours. The KARAYEL Family Outstanding features of the KARAYEL family are as follows: Currently, the KARAYEL family is composed of 4 models n High Reliability: Thanks to triple redundant avionics (Table 1): architecture, where it has been concluded as a result of n KARAYEL basic version Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) performed according to SAE n KARAYEL-S armed version ARP4754 & ARP4761, high reliability figures are ensured. n KARAYEL-U long endurance version Also, KARAYEL’s system software was developed in n KARAYEL-SU armed and long-endurance version accordance with the RTCA DO-178 guidelines, which is KARAYEL has completed its maiden flight in April, 2014 and the highest standard of safety in aviation.

KARAYEL-SU at IDEF 2017, loaded with ROKETSAN MAM-L and MAM-C © MSI TDR

36 - April 2018 Table 1. KARAYEL UAV Family Specifications KARAYEL KARAYEL-S KARAYEL-U KARAYEL-SU Maximum Take-Off Weight (kg) 560 560 630 630 Wingspan (m) 10.5 10.5 13 13 Length (m) 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 Height (m) 2.11 2.11 2.11 2.11 Payload, Fuselage (kg) 70 70 70 50 Payload, Wing (kg) - 60 - 120 20 without munition Endurance (hrs) 16 8 20 12 with 60 kg payload 8 with 120 kg payload Maximum Engine Power (hp) 97 at sea level Cruise Speed(kts) 60-80 Operation Altitude (ft) 18,000 Data Link Range (km) >150 Take-Off and Landing Distance (m) <750 at sea level De-Icing, Handover Capability, Fully Autonomous Take-Off & Landing, Lightning Protection, General Specifications Genuine Distributed Avionics Architecture, Interchangeability, Easy & Very Fast Deployment, Triple Redundant Flight Critical Subsystem (no single point failure) n Compliance with NATO Standards: KARAYEL complies with NATO standards, namely; STANAG 4671 and STANAG 4586. STANAG 4671 is UAV Systems Airworthiness Requirements, which were issued by NATO in September 2009, where STANAG 4586 Vestel Defence standardizes the connection between the Ground © Control station (GCS) and the aerial vehicle, to ensure interchangeability of the GCS independently from the UAV system. n Extended Data Link Range: Data link range can further be extended by remote Ground Data Terminals (which are located outside the main operation zone) handover. n De-icing System: De-icing system that has been frequently utilized during the operational flights is one of KARAYEL in flight the main features of the KARAYEL that leads it forward comparing to the competitors. target marked by KARAYEL was hit successfully by a guid- n Lightning Strike Protection: Another important ed missile dropped from an F-16 aircraft. KARAYEL’s ability feature is the lightning strike protection enabling to hand over control to the ground control station was also flight in unexpected adverse weather conditions. tested once again. As such, the control of the aircraft that n Ready for the Future: Today, the integration of UAVs took off from its base was transferred to a ground control into the civilian air space is just a question of time. station kilometres away. Thus, in a single sortie, KARAYEL With its exceptional safety and interoperability has shown that it is capable of conducting reconnaissance characteristics, KARAYEL is already well prepared and surveillance; hitting designated targets or designating for the future. In order to identify the ways in which the these targets for other aircraft; and moving beyond the ini- KARAYEL system can be further improved tial communication range by handing over control to another ground control station. More Than an Armed UAV KARAYEL-S successfully conducted maiden firing tests Ready for Cooperation with ROKETSAN’s MAM-L in June, 2016. During the tests, VESTEL Defence is open and willing for co-production and KARAYEL also exhibited capabilities that go beyond the nor- investments collectively in a broad spectrum backed up by mal mission and task of an armed UAV. In this context, a her depth know-how and capability on UAVs. u

April 2018 - 37 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / AKSA Run Flat Systems © AKSA Run Flat

BMC KİRPİ vehicles using AKSA Run Flat’s products, seen during tests. AKSA Run Flat Showcases its Combat-Proven Solutions ith operations based in Turkey, AKSA Run Flat de- As the direct supplier of run-flat velops, designs, tests and produces run-flat sys- Wtems for use in tactical wheeled armoured vehicles, systems used in the wheeled vehicles tactical wheeled trucks, anti-riot vehicles (TOMA) and ar- of many Turkish land vehicle producers, moured construction vehicles. The company can also pro- vide complete wheels, including rims, the run-flat system AKSA Run Flat makes an appearance at and tyres, and supply them to customers as ready-to-install products upon request. DSA with its combat proven solutions. The company is showcasing its run-flat Controlling 80 Percent of the Turkish Market systems that allow vehicles to retain AKSA Run Flat’s customer portfolio includes many producers mobility even when their tyres are of tactical wheeled armoured land vehicles in Turkey, although the company also offers solutions to various construction ve- punctured, and prevents the loss of hicle producers. Installed with AKSA Run Flat systems, the ve- driving control even at high speeds. hicles of these producers serve extensively in the challenging operations conducted by the Turkish Armed Forces and Turk- Demand from Malaysia for Products ish National Police. The product range of the company boasts that Create their Own Brand many run-flat systems of various diameters and types, from 15 Combat-proven AKSA Run Flat products were recently se- to 28 inches, and they are manufactured to withhold loads of lected by a Malaysian producer for installation on a proto- 1,000 kg to 5,000 kg per tyre. The vehicles of Turkish manufac- type 4x4 tactical wheeled armoured vehicle. In recent weeks, turers that are installed with AKSA Run Flat products include: AKSA Run Flat also won a tender launched by a local compa- n AMAZON, ny for run-flat systems to be used on vehicles in the invento- n HIZIR, ry of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. n KİRPİ, Seeing significant demand for its products from differ- n NMS 4x4, ent countries, the company’s customer portfolio includes, n PARS, among others, companies from the Czech Republic, Saudi n URAL and Arabia and Ukraine, where its products are installed on vari- n Various anti-riot vehicles, 4x4 pick-up tucks, ous vehicles such as the VARTA. Moreover, AKSA Run Flat is backhoe loaders and loaders. currently in talks with a Russia-based company. Noting that the company has recently shifted focus to pro- Commenting on the Malaysian market, Saçmacı said: duce only for the defence and security sector, and that it cur- “Reaching a level of maturity through the numerous tests rently holds an 80 percent share of the Turkish market, Bekir and field trials undertaken in Turkey, our run-flat systems Rıza Saçmacı, General Director of AKSA Run Flat, said: “Our have earned a name for themselves. Recently, a Malaysian leading references are the Turkish Armed Forces and the company has tried and approved our product, and we are Turkish National Police, both of which utilise our products now seeking to offer more of our combat-proven solutions to every day in the field. The feedback we receive from them the Malaysian defence and security forces, as well as its land allows us to continually improve upon our products. Having vehicle producers. We would be delighted to see the increas- products that see active use in operations provides us with ing use of our products in the friendly and brotherly country the kind of experience that you cannot buy.” of Malaysia.”

38 - April 2018 Details of two different AKSA products, demonstrating the company’s ability to tailor solutions to different needs, as well as its design capabilities. © © MSI TDR MSI TDR

Ballistic Test Requirements their respective products, but to also render them compatible. Exceeded by 50 Percent Fikret M. Geneci, International Sales Manager of AKSA Run The company’s products proved themselves by successfully Flat, highlighted the advantages of this cooperation: “No mat- completing the tests run last year by BMC under the auspices of ter how good the rims, the run-flat system or the tyres may the Undersecretariat for Defence Industries, the competent au- be on their own, if they are not compatible with each anoth- thority in Turkey’s defence and security procurement projects. er, then a problem will arise at some point. When two differ- To ensure more realistic conditions, the tests were carried out ent products are procured separately by users, it may take on a rally track rather than an asphalt road. Run-flat system months to test and ensure their compatibility, depending on producers competed with two different types of tyres, chosen by how the vehicles are used. By specifically testing the entire the SSM. During the tests with 4x4 KİRPİ MRAP vehicles, each tyre assembly, we reduce this otherwise lengthy process to tyre incorporated with a run-flat system was shot seven times weeks, or even days. This allows us to offer our customers a with rifles firing 7.62x51 mm munitions, with some of the shots mature and combat-proven product. Furthermore, by drawing landing directly on the run-flat systems. Afterwards, the vehi- on our experience, we can also guide users to the right tyre cles had to travel for 40 kilometres at a speed of 20 km per hour. assembly.” AKSA Run Flat’s products exceeded the test requirements by more than 50 percent, with the test ending only after 62 km due R&D Investments to tyre breakdown. In line with user requests, AKSA Run Flat can also develop products according to different standards. Owing to its engi- Outcome of Cooperating with neering and R&D infrastructure, the company can simulate Tyre Producers: A Flawless Tyre Assembly the parameters of the products it develops before entering For the last one-and-a-half years, the company has been coop- into production, based on the rim diameter, inner width and erating with PETLAS, a tyre producer in Turkey, with the aim of tyre diameter of the products. developing a complete tyre assembly comprising a run-flat sys- Describing that they invested nearly $500 million in R&D tem, tyres and rims. The tyre assemblies produced in this pro- last year, Saçmacı emphasised AKSA Run Flat’s dynamism cess are tested in the laboratories of both companies, meaning in product development: “Following our investments in R&D that the products are examined from two different perspec- and testing infrastructure, we are now capable of respond- tives. This allows both companies to not only improve upon ing to new product demands in a much faster way than all the other producers.” © Through R&D studies He concluded by saying: “The success we have achieved in MSI TDR and tests, AKSA Run Flat has improved the ballistic our country has encouraged us to move beyond our borders properties of its products to the overseas markets; and all the business contacts we over time, making the run-flat have established abroad, as well as the feedback we re- system resistant to rupture ceived, have shown us just how right we were to do so. In the even after a direct shot. upcoming period, we will also be open to collaborations at an international level.” u MSI TDR ©

April 2018 - 39 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / Meteksan Defence

Turkey’s Trump Card for Homeland Security: Retinar Product Family Meteksan Defence, the technology company of Bilkent Holding operating under İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent University, continues to offer ‘indigenous’ solutions as well as R&D-based high-technology and indigenous products in areas where the Turkish defence industry used to be externally dependent in the past. Among these products is the Retinar Perimeter Surveillance Radars Family, developed for border and homeland security. After introducing the Retinar PTR, the first member of a family that was developed to particularly meet Turkey’s needs for border and critical facility security, Meteksan Defence has also added the PTR-X and OPUS models to its product family in recent years.

Retinar OPUS during EFES 2016 drill.

40 - April 2018 © The Path to Retinar Retinar PTR-X (left) and MSI TDR An examination of developing security needs in Turkey and Retinar OPUS (right) around the world reveals that for the security of critical fa- during EFES 2016 drill. cilities such as airports, power plants, pipelines, refineries, and ports, it is extremely important to detect pedestrians, vehicles, and small and mini unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) before they come close to the limits of these facilities. Since security cameras have a very low visual range, they gener- ally fail to give security units sufficient time to prepare and respond to threats. On the other hand, radars are capable of detecting such threats from miles away, giving enough time for taking measures. By directing cameras towards the tar- gets detected by the radar, it becomes possible to perform surveillance over long distances. In the case of border security, it becomes necessary to mon- itor movements over very long and wide areas. Using radars enables the detection of movements such as intrusions, smuggling attempts and armed threats across all borders. Another security issue is that military outposts and pa- trolling security forces in rural areas are always open to at- tack. The use of radars is the most appropriate solution to enable these units to maintain high awareness of their sur- roundings, even under unfavourable weather conditions that disable thermal and day cameras. Taking such needs into consideration, Meteksan Defence started developing the Retinar to meet the requirement for a system that can, under field conditions, be used by security forces as easily as their weapons; that can run for a long time on low-power battery; that can be transported in back- packs; that can detect the movements over wide areas; and, most importantly, that can identify and distinguish human Retinar PTR and animal beyond sniper range. Retinar PTR is a system that can serve as a force multiplier In Turkey and abroad, there are various radars which have to increase the efficiency of the routine practices and search for different purposes. However, most of these radars are activities conducted by police and gendarmerie teams large systems designed to meet the battlefield surveillance operating in rural areas. Since it can be rapidly installed needs of land forces. Retinar PTR (Personnel Detection whenever and wherever required, it can keep pace with the Radar), the first member of Retinar family, distinguishes it- intense pace of security forces. self among others as a man-portable, small and light radar Owing to the fact that the system uses high frequency that is capable of distinguishing humans and animals, and radio waves and has a wide band structure, it can obtain that can accordingly be used for force protection. high-resolution data from the detected targets. The detection and tracking data is presented to the user in a polar radar How the PTR Emerged screen. Simultaneously, target examination graphs allow the The technological infrastructure of the Retinar area surveil- categorisation, and even identification, of targets according to lance radars is based on the millimetre wave radar studies various classes, as human, animal, vehicle, etc. commenced back in 2007 within the scope of the MİLDAR Retinar PTR, which was developed based on a concept of (Millimetre Wave Radar) project, where Meteksan Defence ‘portable and easy-to-use radar,’ can be carried in special Unless otherwise stated, all photographs: had developed a new radar for air platforms. After the backpacks by two people, with its special batteries and when demonstration to the security forces of the prototype sys- placed on a tripod, be used as a mobile device. The system, tem that was the first output of the MİLDAR project, a public which can be remote controlled with its special WiFi antenna institution expressed its need for a portable radar that could up to a distance of 1 km, can also communicate with smart be used on the field. A protocol was then signed between phones and tablet PCs through its special application. Meteksan and the said institution. As per this protocol, Retinar PTR can work with any type of camera system, Meteksan Defence started to design the Retinar PTR, the and can perform slew-to-cue for the cameras as well as the first member of the family, with the contributions of the user stabilised weapon platforms- if any, of the security systems which supported Meteksan Defence by providing domain ex- it has been integrated. pertise during the development phase. Once the prototype Retinar PTR, which was developed for security applications © of the radar was ready, the product was brought to maturity such as perimeter surveillance, area security, camp Meteksan Defence by working with many local and foreign security institutions. protection, and border & coastal surveillance, has an With the awareness and responsibility of being an industrial improved user interface capable of displaying on 2D and 3D enterprise, and aiming to focus on commercial areas more to maps, and can be operated with minimum training. contribute to Turkey’s export objectives, Meteksan Defence

April 2018 - 41 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / Meteksan Defence

Retinar PTR-X The Retinar PTR-X solution steps in to meet the integrated security solutions needs of critical facilities and zones whenever it becomes necessary to use radars in integration with camera systems at the same location or at different points, in a way such that they complement each other. Compared with PTR, the system has modes that enable the selection of various rotation speeds for short and long ranges. The system also improves target tracking performance by increasing the angular rotation speed in short ranges. And for long ranges, the signal-to-noise ratio is increased by reducing the rate of scanning. Retinar PTR-X enables the monitoring of critical facilities such as airports -which are among the primary targets for terrorist attacks all over the world- from very long distances at all times and in a cost efficient manner. User interface of the Retinar family of radars. relied entirely on its own resources during the development its Retinar product family, from the Ministry of Science, In- of the Retinar PTR. Developing the first prototype with a core dustry and Technology, as well as the ‘Production Permit’ team of design and system engineers within a very short pe- from the Ministry of National Defence, Meteksan Defence’s riod of six months, Meteksan Defence also received consul- has certified that its Retinar solutions are based on indige- tancy services from industrial product designers in order to nous technology, and that they are manufactured on a qual- design a user-friendly interface. ified production line. An important issue that was taken into consideration during the design phase of Retinar PTR was eliminating the need for a radar operator, particularly for institutions whose main task is area security. In conventional radars, operating the radar requires weeks of training and years of experience. On the other hand, one of the biggest advantages of the Reti- nar is that anyone who can use computers can also use this product effectively after a brief training. Since PTR’s user in- terface can operate with 2D and 3D base maps, when the 3D map of the area is scanned and uploaded to the system, the targets can be positioned according to their angles, ranges and elevations. Besides, the use of 3D maps also offers the user various tools to obtain cross sections of the terrain. By obtaining the ‘Domestic Goods Certificate’ and ‘Techno- logical Product Experience Certificate’, for the members of

Retinar PTR

42 - April 2018 Retinar OPUS Retinar OPUS Integrated Surveillance System Retinar OPUS, the new member of Retinar family, is the result of the integration of Retinar PTR-X with day / thermal camera systems. Retinar PTR-X radar, which has its own independent directing units, and the long range day / thermal cameras are fixed on top a single pole placed on the ground or on a vehicle, so that it can rotate around the same axis. With its advanced and integrated interface, OPUS’ cameras can be engaged to radar-detected targets using the slew-to-cue technique. Since the radar and camera system use the same rotating axis, they do not limit each other’s line of vision. In addition, as the system uses a single pole, it minimizes, in weapon-carrying vehicles, constraints on the area of effect of weapons.The day / thermal camera system is able to rotate to the desired horizontal or vertical angle thanks to its directing unit, while the radar system it carries can simultaneously scan 360 degrees by rotating continuously. When the thermal and video cameras with high zooming capability are activated, a possible threat at a coordinate indicated by the radar can easily be identified. One of the most important features of the Retinar OPUS is that it can be integrated with various cameras in line with the customer requirements, without being dependent on any specific brand or model. Retinar OPUS distinguishes itself from other similar products in the world with its advanced 3D radar screen and advanced radar- and camera-based automatic target identification algorithms.

Following PTR, which is a portable radar system, the PTR-X variant, which is fixed or positioned on a pole to allow on-ve- hicle use, and possesses a longer detection range, has also joined Retinar family. The PTR-X also includes a se- lectable scanning rate for detecting and tracking near and distant targets. With the aim of combining the advantages of radar and camera systems in a single system, the OPUS system was also created and added to the Retinar fam ily by integrating day / thermal camera systems into the PTR-X. All members of Retinar product family have been subject to numerous endurance tests to observe their performance under various environmental conditions, and are designed and produced to operate in a variety of different climatic conditions.

Members of the Retinar Family: The PTR, PTR-X and OPUS The Retinar product family consists of the Retinar PTR, Retinar PTR-X and Retinar OPUS. Based on their area of use, the members of the family possess different features. For example, when there is a need to carry out mobile sur- veillance in a rural area, Retinar PTR comes to the forefront as the most suitable solution. Retinar PTR, which runs on battery, is small and light enough to be transported in two backpacks. If the security of critical facilities is of concern, then the PTR-X steps in. Just as the other members of the family, User interface of the Retinar family of radars.

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Comparison Table for the Technical Specifications of the Retinar Area Surveillance Radars Product Family Performance PTR PTR-X Operating frequency Ka Band System architecture Impulse-Doppler, pulse compression Type of Target and the Detection Ranges (Pd: 90%, Pfa: 10-6 ) Person on foot (RCS 1 m2) 4 km 3-6 km Small vehicle (RCS 10 m2) 8 km 6-12 km Large vehicle (RCS 30 m2) 10 km 8-16 km Instrumental limit 12 km 12-24 km Rate of detection for very slow 0,2 m/s – 2 m/s moving targets Range resolution 3 meters Range accuracy Better than 1 meter Angle resolution 2 degrees <1º (scanning mode) Angular accuracy < 0,5º (inspection mode) 0-360 degrees Horizontal coverage (optional sectoral or continuous scanning) Elevation coverage ±25 degrees, automatic Operating and Storage Conditions Operating temperature -30º C / +55º C Storage temperature -40º C / +65º C this solution is capable of operating together with existing or new camera systems, and includes radars, each of which can guide numerous cameras. Retinar PTR-X is suitable for fixed use at all types of critical facilities such as airports, en- ergy facilities and military facilities, and can also be used on The Future of Retinar vehicles when necessary. The Retinar product family will continue to develop to meet On the other hand, the Retinar OPUS allows the use of ther- the turn-key security solutions needs of potential users. In mal and day camera systems together with the radar, and this context, Meteksan Defence continues to cooperate with can also be used in fixed form when required. Retinar OPUS various companies on command & control software, IT infra- is a system that can especially be used to detect small UAVs, structure, and camera integration. Activities include efforts which are becoming an increasingly big threat for all kinds in making the Retinar even lighter. of facilities. In line with the requests of users, there are ongoing works The Retinar PTR, Retinar PTR-X and Retinar OPUS systems for further improving the capabilities and algorithms for de- that constitute the Retinar product family, which share the tecting and identifying UAVs. following features: The goal in the next phase of these works is to develop a new n small size, naval surveillance radar product. The design of this radar is n light weight, currently underway. u n high resolution owing to radar operating at the millimetre wave frequency, n user friendly interface that only requires a brief training session, and n the ability to differentiate humans and animals, distinguish themselves from their equivalents in Turkey and abroad, and fill the existing gap concerning the need for por- table area surveillance radar, without causing a repetitive investment in Turkey in this area. Some of the areas of use of the Retinar product family can be listed as follows: n Perimeter surveillance for critical facilities: Airports, power plants, pipelines, refineries, ports and all other facilities and infrastructures for which security is very critical. n Border monitoring and border security. n Unit and force protection. n Camp security of patrolling security forces. Retinar PTR can be carried in special backpacks by two people.

44 - April 2018 April 2018 - 45 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / ROKETSAN Diverse Product Range from ROKETSAN for Every Need of Armed Forces ot limiting itself to the development of its own indige- ROKETSAN, one of the world’s leading nous technologies, with which it is setting new stan- developers of rockets, missiles and Ndards in its fields of activity, ROKETSAN is also suppl- ying effective, immediate and tailored solutions in response guided munitions, satisfies armed to its customers’ requirements to deal with global threats. forces’ needs with its highly diverse ROKETSAN products boast two features that further enhan- ce the level of interest they generate: advanced technologies, product range. Developing effective and combat-proven reliability. products in every segment of the rocket, Engaged in deeply-rooted collaborations in the Gulf Region, and providing original solutions to customers whenever ne- missile and munition industry – from eded, ROKETSAN will continue to be a reliable partner for the KHAN Missile to fuse systems, from countries in the region in the upcoming period. the SOM Stand-Off Munition family to ROKETSAN 122 mm Family Rockets MAM Smart Munitions, and from UMTAS The 122 mm Artillery Rockets designed and produced to CİRİT Missiles – ROKETSAN is also by ROKETSAN can provide mass fire power with a wide coverage on high-payoff targets up to 40 kilometres with offering solutions in such niche areas as perfect accuracy and minimum dispersion. ballistic armour and munition facilities. ROKETSAN Artillery Rockets provide timely, accurate and effective fire support to manoeuvring forces. ROKETSAN enters 2018 having taken TR/TRB-122 Rockets have been ensuring appropriate up position on Defense News’ list of the dispersion characteristics which are used by the artillery world’s largest 100 companies based on units against area targets. TR/TRB-122 Rockets have the longest range with high flight stability and minimum turnover figures. dispersion. TR-122 rocket has a HE (High Explosive) warhead and TRB-122 rocket has a HE – fragmentation In the other configuration TR-122 and TRB-122 rockets warhead in which there are more than 5.500 steel balls. can be stored, transported and used in sealed pod. ROKETSAN TR/TRB-122 Rockets are being produced in Sealed pod brings the advantages of requiring no two different configurations. maintenance, no specialized workforce during storage In the first configuration TR-122 and TRB-122 rockets are and loading and offers protection of rockets against delivered in wooden storage and transportation boxes humidity, corrosion, shock and vibration throughout their for steel tube launching. shelf life. Technical Specifications of TR-122 and TRB-122 Rockets TR-122 TRB-122 Diameter 122 mm 122 mm 36 km (Sea Level) 36 km (Sea Level) Maximum Range 40 km (600 m Altitude) 40 km (600 m Altitude) 16 km (Sea Level) 16 km (Sea Level) Minimum Range 21 km (600 m Altitude) 21 km (600 m Altitude) Weight 65.9 kg 65.9 kg Propellant Type Composite Solid Composite Solid HE + Fragmentation Warhead HE (Steel Ball) Warhead Weight 18.4 kg 18.4 kg ROKETSAN

© Warhead Effective Radius 20 m 40 m Proximity (with Point Fuse Type Point Detonating Detonating Backup) Shelf Life 10 years 10 years All photographs:

46 - April 2018 TRG-300 TIGER Missile System The Artillery Missile TIGER (TRG-300), designed and produced by ROKETSAN, is a ground to ground missile which can provide mass fire power on high payoff targets with coverage between 30 km and 120 km range with perfect accuracy. TIGER Missile provides timely, accurate and effective fire support to manoeuvring forces. TIGER Missile is able to hit targets accurately with its Global Navigation Satellite System Aided Inertial Navigation System (GNSS Aided INS). TIGER Missile is placed inside a canister and it is stored, transported, loaded and launched in Missile in Canister (MIC) configuration. TIGER Missile can be launched from ROKETSAN made MBRL Weapon System, T-122/300 MBRL Weapon System, MCRL-122/300 Launching Vehicles and other compatible platforms with suitable interfaces for integration. The Launcher is used to Technical Specifications of TIGER Missile fulfil fire support missions for manoeuvring forces against area/high pay-off targets, Diameter 300 mm day & night and in adverse weather conditions. The Maximum Range 120 km launcher platform is integrated on a 6x6 Tactical Wheeled Minimum Range 30 km Vehicle (TWV) that has superior on-road and off-road travel Weight 585 kg capacity as well as a strong structure providing a reliable platform. Global Navigation Satellite System The Launcher is also a deterrent force due to its long range Guidance Aided Inertial Navigation System and mass fire capabilities. It is therefore ready for vital tasks (GNSS Aided INS) in a very wide array of missions from peace support operations Control Aerodynamic Control with to the attack with fire missions in addition to standard tactical Electromechanical Actuation System missions for the support of a manoeuvring force. Propellant Type Composite Solid The Launcher has shoot-and-scoot capabilities enabled by navigation, automatic hydraulic levelling & stabilization Warhead Type HE- Fragmentation (Steel Ball) and automatic cradle laying capabilities integrated to the Warhead Weight 105 kg weapon management system. Warhead Effective Radius ≥ 70 m The Launcher is equipped with the necessary mechanical, Fuse Type Proximity (with Point Detonating Backup) electrical and electronic sub-systems to perform various Shelf Life 10 years steps required (mission planning, deployment, ballistic calculation, laying etc.) in order to conduct a fire mission, system etc., in various brands and models according to the either under command of Command & Control Vehicle or user’s logistical infra-structure and needs. individually. The system can be customized in different Due to the fully automatic weapon control, navigation and versions, which have different sub-systems including laying systems, the Launcher has a crew of maximum platform (vehicles), radios, power sources, navigation three, consisting of a commander, a gunner and a driver.

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structures, unarmoured ground vehicles, radar antennas and soft targets like weapon positions and personnel, in a 25 m radius. The other version with tandem high energy anti-tank warhead is effectively used against heavy armoured tanks. The munition can be used efficiently at ranges of up to 8 km, depending on the altitude from which they are released. Meanwhile, the fact that MAM-L is a member of the same family with ROKETSAN’s medium range anti-tank missile OMTAS and long range anti-tank missiles UMTAS/L- UMTAS, offers a significant advantage to its users in terms of training and logistics. ROKETSAN also gained considerable experience in the integration of the MAM-L into air platforms. As long as the air platforms have the required infrastructure, ROKETSAN can operationalize the MAM-L by completing all the related integration works within a few months. In the event of the infrastructure requiring additional elements, ROKETSAN also offers its customers integration support. Technical Specifications of the MAM-L Selçuk Yaşar, President and CEO of ROKETSAN, states Diameter 160 mm that the MAM-L will soon become the preference of Length 1 m many countries: “The design and application concept Weight 22 kg of the MAM-L provides its users with the capability of effectively neutralizing time critical targets, particularly Max. Range 8 km those that arise during reconnaissance and surveillance Guidance Laser Seeker missions. Meanwhile, thanks to its precision guidance Platforms UAV’s, Light Attack Aircrafts and small dimensions, the MAM-L offers a solution with a low collateral damage. When compared with all the ROKETSAN’s MAM-L other capabilities of the armed forces, a combination of Boosts Effectiveness of UAVs the MAM-L and a tactical UAV is the most cost effective The Smart Micro Munition (MAM-L), developed by solution. We believe that soon other countries will also start ROKETSAN in line with today’s battlefield requirements, taking an interest in this solution.” attracts attention as a solution that increases the efficiency of air platforms with low payload capacity, especially that Laser Guida nce Kit TEBER of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). MAM-L, a variant TEBER is a low-cost laser guidance kit that is attached to of the Laser Guided L-UMTAS (Long Range Anti-Tank MK-81 (250lb) and MK-82 (500lb) general purpose bombs. Missile System) that is also developed by ROKETSAN, the TEBER converts the bombs into precision smart weapons only difference being that it does not have a rocket motor using INS, GPS and Laser Seeker. and glides in the air has already been integrated to the BAYRAKTAR and KARAYEL tactical UAVs that are currently Technical Specifications of TEBER being used by the Turkish Armed Forces. The MAM-L, INS only which is being successfully used in various operations INS+GPS involving UAVs, stands out as a munition that has proved Guidance Modes INS + GPS + Laser itself in the field. With its low weight of about 50 pounds and a length of 1 m, INS + Laser the MAM-L offers a cost-effective solution for light attack Range(Min, Max) 2-28 km aircraft as well as UAVs. The MAM-L, with its high explosive CEP - 50 <3m fragmentation warhead, is highly effective against light Manoeuver Capability ± 3 g Moving Target Engagement < 50 km/h Weapon Weight (MK-82, MK-81) ~270 kg (595 lb), ~155 kg (345 lb) Length (MK-82,MK-81) 2650 mm (104’’), 2100 mm (81.5’’)

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TEBER’s modular design offers affordable options. An add- Missiles, have been successfully delivered. on Laser Seeker which is located on the front section allows Further capability enhancement activities are still in precise hit capability for moving, relocatable and maritime progress within this contract. targets even if the target is manoeuvring at high speeds. A contract for the in-house development of a smart Laser Seeker may be equipped with or without a Height of munition compatible with the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, Burst seeker. which will be based on the existing SOM technology, TEBER tail section can identify the bombs (MK- 81/MK-82) was signed in 2012 between ROKETSAN and the which is integrated onto and can be installed very quickly in Undersecretariat for Defence Industries. the field with Laser Seeker. Tail kit contains a GPS/INS for Within this scope, SOM-J development activities besides precise guidance and aerodynamic control surfaces. Body the platform integration studies in collaboration with the Strakes enable additional lift and stability, and provide the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, the main contractor weapon manoeuvre capability. of JSF Program, have been initialized in 2014. SOM-J System development and integration activities Next Generation Cruise Missile, SOM for the system qualification are still in progress. Stand Off Missile (SOM) is an air to surface cruise missile Currently, the projects covering the scope of SOM family against highly defended stationary and moving land Development, SOM Production and SOM-J development and surface (Anti-Surface Warfare/ ASuW) targets. Its activities are all contracted by the Undersecretariat modular design supports operational flexibility. for Defence Industries. The first flight test of SOM was performed in 2011 and SOM provides availability to adaptation to various missions serial production was started in 2013 under the contract due to its open architecture software. Composite materials between ROKETSAN and Turkish MoD. As part of the serial are used within its structure and the radar absorbing production frame the production line qualification has been material enables low visibility. SOM provides the advantage completed and the first batch of missile deliveries with the of smaller size and weight, compared to similar systems components of the SOM Missile System, including the Test with a 250+km range for SOM and 200+km range for & Programming Unit and the Captive & Dummy Training SOM-J. SOM operational concept will be enhanced by in flight re-programming and network capabilities SOM to be enabled by the integration of data link. Currently, SOM supplies the selection among pre-planned missions and controllable impact points and parameters. SOM-A and SOM-B1 defeats the targets by a high explosive blast fragmentation type warhead, while SOM-B2 and SOM-J carries a dual stage tandem penetrator and a semi-armour piercing type warhead respectively. In addition to inertial navigation, global positioning and terrain referenced navigation systems SOM-B1, SOM-B2 and SOM-J are equipped with an imaging infra-red (IIR) seeker. SOM-A and SOM-B1 have been certified for the F-4 and F-16 platforms. u

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US, Australia and Canada Explore Options for the Frigate Recent months have seen acceleration of the Future in the next-generation frigate projects Australia Seeks to keep the already running of the United States, Australia and Next-Generation production lines open [1]. Frigates and The ships to be built un- Canada. While Australia and Canada an Advanced der the programme, which are targeting to meet their deferred Indigenous Industry dates back to 2009, will needs and to improve their indigenous The SEA 5000 programme, replace the ANZAC-class which will define the Roy- frigates that are currently industries, the United States is al Australian Navy’s future in use, and which have the seeking to enhance its power with frigates and which compris- same design as the YAVUZ- es nine ships, is also aimed and BARBAROS-class frig- a stronger but less costly platform, at improving Australia’s in- ates of Turkish Naval Forces compared to its Littoral Combat Ship digenous ship building ca- Command. The first ship in pacity. The initial plan for the programme is planned (LCS) experience. The efforts of these the SEA 5000 programme, to be commissioned by the three countries will certainly have which aims to improve late 2020s, and the approxi- Australia’s antisubmarine mate project value is around an impact on the global ship-building warfare capabilities, was $3–3.5 billion per ship, to- industry. to mount the Australian talling at $27–31.5 billion for CEAFAR radar onto the hull the whole programme. Fin- Sinan TOPUZ / [email protected] of the HOBART-class de- cantieri, Navantia and BAE stroyer and use Saab Aus- Systems have been short- It is interesting to note that another country [2]. There tralia 9VL Combat Manage- listed in the tender, and it cost of building the ships in has been some opposition to ment System. The aim in has been reported that the the SEA 5000 programme in this high cost in the country, retaining the HOBART-class winner will be announced in Australia will be three times however, at the end of the hull was based on a desire the course of this year. higher than building them in day, the amount of addition-

50 - April 2018 The date when the Type 26 will be mission-ready may become a critical has already collaborated meet Australia’s needs, issue in the tenders of Australia and Canada. with a series of including the CEAFAR Australian companies radar installation. On the upon similar requests other hand, if Australia for local participation chooses BAE Systems’ in the HOBART-class Mk 45 gun instead of destroyers. The ships Oto Melara’s gun, the have been built by deck will need to be putting together the redesigned. Australian Navantia-made modules defence sources have in Australia. In other already announced, words, while the however, that the negative developments armament will be of US experienced during origin, and there will be the construction of a need to modify the ship HOBARTs may serve design. It is considered as a disadvantage for that while Fincantieri’s Navantia in the SEA primary advantage is 5000 programme, the that the company’s offer issue is not that simple, is based on an already as Australia is already existing vessel and its involved in the HOBART- disadvantage is that class destroyers with its the company has no indigenous resources. operational experience For the SEA 5000 in the region [3]. Unlike programme, Navantia the ship offered by BAE is offering the CEAFAR Systems, Fincantieri’s al resources to be allocated in the programme. But, radar and the Saab 9VL FREMM has already been for indigenous production it has been reported combat management tested, and it is reported and how these funds will be that Australian system. that the government used by the local sector is defence circles are not n Fincantieri (Advanced support behind Fincantieri clearly a political decision. fully happy with the FREMM): Fincantieri is more apparent. A general overview of the construction process is offering the n BAE Systems (Type 26): shortlisted ship designers is (as in the news articles antisubmarine warfare BAE Systems is offering as follows: claiming that “the variant of the FREMM the export variant of the n Navantia (Advanced project is off-schedule, frigate, and claim that Type 26 to Australia. The F-100): Navantia has resulting in an exceeded there will be no need to idea of Type 26 first saw offered the F-100, which budget”) [3]. On the significant modification to light in 1988 with the is based on the hull other hand, Navantia the existing hull design to deployment of the British

design of Navantia’s ©

HOBART-class guided Commonwealth of Australia missile destroyers that are currently under construction in Australia. The company emphasises that once the construction of the HOBART-class destroyers has been completed, there will be no difference between Navantia and the other shipyards that integrate AEGIS systems. Although this side of the world thinks that as Navantia is playing the lead role in the HOBART-class destroyers project, the company has an The HMAS HOBART (DDG 39) of the Royal Australian Navy, which is also the name given to the respective ship class advantageous position

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Australia will choose a design to replace the ANZAC-class frigates through the SEA 5000 programme. © Commonwealth of Australia

Future Surface Warship Due to the delays in the will bear a rough cost of tegration problems.” On programme, and was project, the first Type 26 $1.41 billion per ship, mak- October 3, 2017, Australia developed to replace is scheduled to enter into ing $11.3 billion in total, for found a middle way and an- the Type 22 and Type 23 service in the 2020s, and it the Type 26s, nounced that it had chosen frigates. In 2010, BAE would seem that this will Aside from the competition the AEGIS combat system Systems was awarded be considered a disadvan- for the platform, the SEA together with Saab’s tacti- a four-year contract for tage in the tender. Knowing 5000 programme has also cal interface [5]. Of course, the design of the vessel, this disadvantage, it is likely witnessed a tough compe- Navantia took credit for this and the initial number that the British government tition in the combat man- announcement, and con- was set at 13, but was may bid relatively low for the agement systems tender gratulated both companies. reduced to eight due to Australian government. between Lockheed Martin Stating that it uses Lock- cost-related issues, with The SEA 5000 project will be and Saab. It has been em- heed Martin’s AEGIS com- the remaining five ships commenced by the time the phasised that in the SEA bat management system on to be Type 31, which offer Type 26 would be ready in 5000 programme, while Australia’s HOBART-class fewer capabilities than Britain. For the Type 26sIn Lockheed Martin’s AEGIS frigates and Saab’s system the Type 26. today’s figures, the British system would be used in the on CANBERRA-class LHDs, The frigate design offered by Lockheed Martin for the FFG(X), and derived HOBART-class destroyers, Navantia also noted that from the FREEDOM-class LCS Saab’s 9VL system would their partnership will be a be used in integration with perfect one [6]. ©

Lockheed Martin the CEAFAR radar. The ad- vantage of the Saab 9VL was Canada’s Choice that it was already in use, Becomes Easier aboard ANZAC-class frig- Canada’s 15-year frigate ates and CANBERRA-class project is seen as a rehears- ships, which are, like the al for the bid to be opened Turkish Multipurpose Am- by the United States for phibious Assault Ship, de- next-generation frigates. rived from Navantia’s JUAN The ships to be built in the CARLOS I. It would seem project are planned to be that nobody has thought to commissioned in the mid- tell Australian officials: “We 2020s and will replace the are now using Saab Aus- IROQUOIS-class destroy- tralia’s product aboard our ers, which have been tak- ships, so if you use some- en out of the inventory, and thing else, it will cause in- the HALIFAX-class frigates.

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Canada’s next-generation frigates are to replace the HALIFAX-class. Photo by Tony Chand Formation Imaging Services Crown Copyright DND MDN

The project value is approx- ted their proposals without tition, and accepting such Fincantieri were eliminat- imately $3.33 billion per entering the official bid pro- an offer would be at the ex- ed from the bidding, BAE ship, totalling at $50 billion cedure. Leaving their 24.3 pense of the other bidders’ Systems was not the fa- for 15 ships. Like Australia, billion-dollar offer for 15 trust in tenders to be carried vourite option, according Canada is also requesting ships to the desk of Cana- out in the future, according to sources, as Canada had that its frigates be built with da’s Minister of National to Canadian officials. The announced that they were maximum local participa- Defence, the two compa- two companies had pro- seeking a proven ship mod- tion. The total project value, nies simply said: “We can posed the antisubmarine el, and the Type 26 being of- which started out at $21.12 do this project at a cost of warfare variant of the FRE- fered jointly by BAE Systems billion, has eventually in- 1.71 billion dollars per ship MM, which was in use by the and Lockheed Martin is yet creased day by day. instead of 3.33 billion dol- Italian Navy [7]. to be finalised. It is claimed, As a result of problems in lars, but not under your As of today, it seems that, on the other hand, that if the the implementation of the conditions.” The Canadi- only the proposals of Navan- Type 26 gets a good mark bidding, such as the trans- an government then de- tia and BAE Systems will be from Canada in the evalua- fer of their products’ prop- clared that the partnership evaluated in Canada’s ten- tion phase, it would pave the erty rights to the Canadian was excluded from the bid, der process. way for the design to enter government, Fincantieri and as this last minute move But therein lays a problem. the US market [8]. The Type Naval Group jointly submit- constituted unfair compe- Before Naval Group and 26’s disadvantage, however,

Companies and Their Anticipated Projects Parent Company Type of Ship Projects ThyssenKrupp MEKO Planned to take part in the FFG(X) programme, but was not listed Marine Systems (TKMS) 200A among the companies awarded with concept design contract. Frigate derived from the Austal FFG(X) INDEPENDENCE-class LCS SEA 5000 Navantia F-100 Canada FFG(X) programme; as the partner of General Dynamics Bath Iron Works. SEA 5000 Fincantieri Marine Group FREMM FFG(X) Frigate derived from the FFG(X) Lockheed Martin FREEDOM-class LCS Saudi Arabia SEA 5000 BAE Systems Type 26 Canada Frigate, derived from the LEGEND-class frigate and Huntington Ingalls FFG(X) delivered to US Coast Guard Command

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The frigate design offered by Austal for the FFG(X), and derived from the INDEPENDENCE-class LCS will be its price, because the US Seeks to a new programme called able to counter the grow- United States will be reluc- Strengthen FFG(X) for which mature ing threats, especially in tant to pay $1.7 billion per Platforms Following designs in the frigate class terms of firepower. ship for its own frigate pro- LCS Experience would compete. The main n There is a need curement project. All these It was announced, almost si- reasons of launching the for more platforms to be factors show that Navantia multaneously with the open- FFG(X) programme can be used against the growing will likely be enjoying an ad- ing of the tenders of Canada listed as follows: threats, and accordingly, vantageous position in Cana- and Australia that the United n The Littoral Combat a platform that is more da’s tender. States would be launching Ship (LCS) is no longer economical than the ARLEIGH BURKE-class Some time ago, Canada retired its IROQUOIS-class destroyers. destroyers and stronger than the LCS, also that has proven itself in terms of design, which will not lead to wasted time for the development of new technologies, like in ZUMWALT-class. A total of 20 ships are to be built under the project, with one ship per year joining the navy in 2020, 2021 and 2022 in the first phase. Many of the weapons and sensors (Mk 110 57 mm gun or En- terprise Air Surveillance Ra- dar / EASR) will be supplied by the US government.

© The manufacturers of the Crown Copyright DND MDN LCS, which are Lockheed Martin that is currently ne- gotiating the sale of a sim- ilar ship to Saudi Arabia, and aluminium ship-builder Austal, have already started work on their bids, and have begun to focus their efforts

54 - April 2018 The FREMM-class frigate CARLO MARGOTTINI (F592), built for the Italian Navy as Fincantier an antisubmarine warfare © variant

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Summary of 2017 © he General Staff provided a summary of its activities Tfrom January 1 to December 31, 2017 with the Annual Press Information Note, published on January 12. The information note conta ined the following articles under the title of “Efforts to Improve Defence Capabilities”: n Technological developments are being followed closely by the Turkish Armed Forces. In particular, advances in the field of cyber defence, which is of great importance nowadays, are given priority. Great efforts are being made to increase cyber defence skills, to acquire these skills through hardware CH-47 cargo helicopters were among the systems that were taken and software produced indigenously, and to use these delivery in 2017. skills in the direction of our national interests, making aircraft and the National Infantry Rifle that were use of qualified human resources trained in the field delivered in 2017. of cyber defence. n It is aimed to increase effectiveness and deterrence n The Turkish Armed Forces continue to improve their in today’s battle environment through the use of operational effectiveness with ATAK Attack Helicopters, much more modern weapon systems and equipment, CH-47 Cargo Helicopters, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles which are products of our national defence industry, (UAVs/Armed UAVs), missile systems, amphibious and which will enter into the inventory in the coming and submarine rescue vessels, A400M transport period. u

SEDEC Establishes a New Approach to Business Development and Promotional Activities in the Industry esigned to bring all international and national actors The abilities and achievements of Turkish companies, Din the fields of homeland security, border security, especially SMEs, will be introduced to the foreign guests internal security and defence systems, and to cover in more detail. On the first day of the event, a conference exhibitions, conferences and B2B meetings, focused on homeland security, and border and internal SEDEC is preparing to breathe new life into the industry. security, as well as supply chain issues within the defence The event, which will be held in Ankara at the industry, will take place. ATO Congresium on July 3–5, will be a first for the Representatives, including the procurement officers, industry in terms of its theme and concept. SEDEC is from such institutions and organisations as organised with the support of the Undersecretariat for n the Ministry of National Defence, the Land, Defence Industries (SSM) and the Defence and Aerospace Naval and Air Forces Commands, the General Industry Exporters’ Association (SSI), and is part of the Command of Gendarmerie, the Turkish Coast URGE (International Competition Development) project Guard Command, the Turkish National Police, carried out by Teknopark Ankara with the support of the the Prime Ministry Disaster and Emergency Ministry of Economy. Management Authority, and the Directorate SEDEC, opening under the banner “The right people and General of Migration Management; the right jobs in a short time!” aims to be an effective n Military Attachés; platform n FRONTEX (European n for the creation of a direct link between producers and Border and Coast Guard Agency); such customers as the Land, Naval and Air Forces n ASELSAN, FNSS, Commands, the General Command of Gendarmerie, HAVELSAN, MKEK, ROKETSAN, and TAI; the Turkish National Police and the SSM, n Airbus, BAE Systems, n and to facilitate the establishment of supply chain Boeing, Leonardo, Lockheed Martin, MBDA, Rolls- connections between the main industrial producers Royce, and Tawazun and SMEs in a short time. have been formally invited to SEDEC, the preparations At the same time, the event will bring foreign original of which have gained pace with the completion of formal equipment manufacturers and first- and second-level procedures. Aiming to become the leader in its field in the suppliers together with Turkish defence, aviation industry, SEDEC will continue to be organised biennially and security companies as part of planned B2B meetings. in even years. u

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Eurasia Airshow: Ready to Bring Together the Giants of the East and West lanned as Turkey’s fixed-wing and rotary-wing Pfirst international, aircraft in the static area. commercial and military The companies that have aviation event based so far confirmed their on the air show concept, participation at the event, Eurasia Airshow will be and the aircraft they will held at Antalya International bring, include: Airport on April 25–28, and n Antonov: An-225, An-178, is scheduled to be held An-148 and An-70 every two years from now on. n Boeing: B787, B777 During the Eurasia Airshow, and B737 organised under the n Airbus: A400M, A380, auspices of the Presidency A350, A330, A320 of the Republic of Turkey, and A319 the Turkish Stars and n Leonardo: C-27J Spartan SOLOTÜRK from the Turkish and AW101 Air Force will perform n Embraer: ERJ 145 A flight management team building of new international aerobatic shows. In addition, n Sukhoi: SU-80 and of 11 is also working to collaborations.” a MIG-29 of the Polish Air SU-100 ensure the safe execution of Commenting on the Force and a Saab Gripen Eurasia Airshow will all aviation-related activities business volume they of the Czech Republic will also host the Airline before, during and after the expect the event to also be demonstrating their CEO Summit and the exhibition, and is currently generate, Yenibertiz also capabilities, along with Women in Air & Space making comprehensive said: “Taking into account various civil aircraft. The Symposium, as well as inspections of the exhibition the commercial and military civilian teams that have social activities such as a grounds to guarantee both aviation industry contracts already confirmed their golf tournament. flight and ground safety. to be signed during the participation are as follows: The stage for the event, Speaking about the event and over the course n Aerobatic Tactics, which is planned to attract impact of the event, of the year; the potential n Air Benders, 350 to 400 companies, is Ferhat Yenibertiz, CEO aircraft purchases and n Artur Kielak, an area of 300,000 square of Eurasia Airshow, said: orders; and the related n Bronco Demo Team, metres that has been “At this point where tourism activities, we expect n Dario Cost, provided by the General many airshows in other Eurasia Airshow to generate n Pioneer Team, and Directorate of State Airports parts of the world have a business volume of about n Redbull. Authority (DHMİ), about already reached saturation $40 billion. From all across Furthermore, talks are 30,000 square metres of point, Eurasia Airshow the world, we’re bringing still underway to host the which is indoor, while the stands out as an event together important players military and civil flight remaining area includes that will bring together in the aerospace industry.” teams of various different parks and approximately the European, American, Medyacity, which is countries at the event. 65 chalets. The total area Asian and Middle-Eastern organising the Eurasia In addition to the flight allocated for these chalets markets, and will be Airshow, is also the shows, there is also a is between 100,000 to conducive for commercial organiser of the Expo plan to display numerous 150,000 square metres. agreements and the Turkey by Qatar event. u

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SAHA Istanbul © SAHA Istanbul Companies Seek to Take Part in F-35 Maintenance delegation from the AJoint Programme Office (JPO), the administrative office of the F-35 project, met with officials from the Istanbul Defence and Aerospace Cluster the aircraft’s life cycle. the project, Keleş said: stressed that SAHA Istanbul Association (SAHA Istanbul) Commenting on the “Our members need to companies would be able on December 1 at THY meeting, İlhami Keleş, raise their qualifications to achieve a certain level Technic’s facilities. During Secretary General of to the levels [expected] of progress with regards the meeting, which was also SAHA Istanbul, said that by global suppliers. This to standardisation by the attended by representatives companies in the cluster requirement constitutes an second half of 2018, and that from the Undersecretariat were willing to carry out, important threshold for our they will likely complete for Defence Industries, under the coordination of involvement in international such preparations by the discussions were held the SSM, the necessary projects. time they participate in concerning the potential activities to join the With the support of the the SAHA EXPO Defence contributions of SAHA project. Highlighting that state, we are conducting and Aerospace Industry Istanbul companies to the the member companies projects to remedy Exhibition, which SAHA maintenance and overhaul needed to speed up their any shortcomings our Istanbul will hold between of various F-35 components works on standardisation companies may have September 13 and 15, 2018, and subsystems throughout in order to take part in in this regard.” Keleş in Istanbul. u

Date for High-Tech Port by MÜSİAD 2018 Announced he High-Tech Port by MÜSİAD, an event which brings defence industry and leading high-tech companies together, Twill be held for the fourth time between November 14 and 17, 2018, at the CNR Expo Centre in Istanbul. In the previous event, held in November 2016 at Istanbul with the slogan “forming global strength through national capabilities”, a total of 74 participating institutions and organisations had opened their stands. u

On the first day of the event, conferences will be held OSSA Kicks Off Preparations in which the innovations in the industry, the problems for ICDDA 2018 encountered by the industry and their possible solutions n a statement released on November 22, OSTİM Defence will all be discussed, with a focus on topics such as naval, Iand Aviation Cluster (OSSA) announced that the 4th air and land systems, civil aviation, homeland security Industrial Cooperation Days in Defence and Aerospace technologies and improving of the supply chain. These (ICDDA) event will be held between October 23-25, 2018, conferences will be conducted under the supervision of in Ankara, at Hacettepe University’s Beytepe Convention local and foreign moderators. On the second and third Centre. The event organised under the auspices days of the event, one-to-one business meetings will be of the Undersecretariat for Defence Industries offers organised for the participants that have stands at the Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), operating event. Last year’s event – which was the third ICDDA – in the defence and aerospace industry, the opportunity hosted 200 companies from 33 countries and some 2,000 to meet with international prime contractor visitors. The participating companies conducted a total of companies. 5,400 one-to-one meetings with the companies they chose themselves. Statistics concerning the level of participation Table 1. Statistics about participation to ICDDA events to ICDDA events are given in Table 1.

ICDDA 2013 ICDDA 2014 ICDDA 2016 According to the results of surveys conducted on the Number of Participating Companies 220 250 200 participants following the first three ICDAA events held in Number of Countries Participating 22 34 33 2013, 2014 and 2016, the participants’ level of satisfaction with Their Companies concerning the meetings and the companies they met with Number of One-to-One Meetings 2,000 4,800 5,400 was at 95 percent. u

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Signatures in IDEF 2019 will be held by 65,782 people in of general staff, 17 vice between April 30 and total, including 60,754 ministers, 5 deputy chiefs Place for May 3, 2019, at the local and 5,028 foreign of general staff, TÜYAP Fair Convention visitors, as well as 133 10 force commanders, IDEF 2019 and Congress Centre in delegations (consisting of 14 undersecretaries, n a statement released Istanbul. 637 delegation members) and numerous Ithrough its Twitter IDEF 2017 had hosted a from 67 countries and two representatives of civilian account on December 22, total of 820 companies and international organisations. and military procurement the Turkish Armed Forces company representatives Among the attendants of authorities. The exhibition Foundation announced from 50 countries, 503 of the exhibitions were the also saw 2,240 scheduled that the necessary them being foreign and President of Sierra Leone meetings and stand visits, signatures are now in place 317 of them local. The Ernest Bai Koroma, as well as 50 signing for the IDEF 2019 event. exhibition was visited 26 ministers, 6 chiefs ceremonies. u

SAHA EXPO: The New Meeting Point for SMEs and Prime Contractors in Istanbul he SAHA EXPO Defence and Aerospace Exhibition, Twhich will be held at Istanbul Exhibition Centre on September 13–15, is preparing to bring together Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) with the prime contractors of the industry. During the event, which will be organised for the first time this year and is planned to be held biannually from now on, companies that are either developing or producing subsystems for modern military platforms used in operational settings will be showcasing their products and capabilities, and find the chance to meet the prime contractors in the industry. Open to international participation, SAHA EXPO will materials, technical textiles, chemicals, machinery also offer the participating companies and official and mechanical equipment, electronics, delegations the opportunity to engage in bilateral talks. electromechanics, automation, design, engineering, In addition to the prime contractor and subcontractor testing, certification, modelling, simulation and companies that are operating directly in the defence and software. The visitor profile, on the other hand, is aerospace sectors, the event is also encouraging the expected to include the employees of institutions participation of companies that are currently operating and companies from defence and aerospace sector, as in other fields, but are looking to making an entry into well as R&D experts, academicians, students, this sector. Particularly targeted are the companies non-governmental organisations and members that work on composites, special alloys, advanced of the press. u

62 - April 2018 April 2018 - 63 MSI DSA 2018 SPECIAL / Defence News © Lockheed Martin SOM-J Missile’s Capabilities Feature in Lockheed Martin Promo Video n a promo video prepared by ILockheed Martin, the ROKETSAN and TÜBİTAK SAGE-design SOM-J cruise missile’s tactical capabilities and concepts of use were displayed. n Top attack: Thanks to this feature, strike parameters Created using computer graphics, the video was posted of the missile can be changed to hit the upper sides on March 6 on the official YouTube account of Lockheed of target platforms where air defence or armour Martin, the producer of the F-35 fighter aircraft, protections are weak. carrying SOM-J in its internal weapon station. ROKETSAN is cooperating with Lockheed Martin as part of The video frequently shows the ROKETSAN and a deal signed between the two companies at DSEI 2015 for TÜBİTAK SAGE logos, the missiles being loaded into SOM-J’s integration in the F-35’s internal weapon station. the internal weapon stations of F-35 aircraft, and the Also deployable on F-16 aircraft, the SOM-J missile can be aircraft taking off to attack pre-identified targets. equipped with the following guidance systems: The video highlights the various tactical capabilities n Inertial navigation system (INS), of the missile during the attacks mounted by the aircraft n Global positioning system (GPS), on land-based and naval targets. Here are some of the n Terrain referenced navigation system (TRNS), displayed capabilities and tactical advantages they offer n Image referenced navigation system (IRNS) and to users: n Automatic target detection (ATD). n Engagement with opportunity targets: The missile Weighing about 500 kg, the missile is around 4 metres in can be redirected to new targets that are not length. Designed for network-centric operation concept, pre-identified, but which become apparent as the control of SOM-J can be passed to another user, when missile navigates to the target region. needed, after launch. The infrared seeker head allows the n Navigation at low altitude (skimming): Allowing the missile to navigate towards its target with greater sensitivity missile to fly very low over water and land, making it in the terminal guidance phase. difficult for radars to track SOM-J. The video can be viewed at https://youtu.be/xZ7opprDyx4 u

Pakistan to Expand Works with STM urrently working on modernizing Cone of Pakistan’s AGOSTA 90B submarines, STM announced on social media on February 28 that they had signed a contract for the modernization of the second AGOSTA 90B submarine. STM previously won the tender for the mid-life modernization of three AGOSTA 90B submarines, one of which was confirmed in addition to two orders on an optional basis, beating AGOSTA’s French manufacturer, and © on June 22, 2016, signed a contract STM with Pakistan’s Ministry of Defence Production. u

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TAI Delivers TAI First Two © ANKA-S UAVs n a statement released Ion February 3, TAI announced the delivery of the first two ANKA-S unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and their related systems to the Turkish Air Force (TurAF). TurAF Personnel have been undergoing technical and flight training for the ANKA-S since October. Developed by TAI, the ANKA-S is capable of conducting autonomous n Indigenous flight control hardware-encrypted n Identification, tracking flights and navigation computer, indigenous IFF system and radio and plotting with beyond the line of sight, aircraft control computer communication next-generation at both day and night, by and indigenous IFF system n Dual-redundant electro-optical/infrared way of its satellite control. n Six UAVs can be automatic take-off and camera ANKA-S can also carry simultaneously landing systems n Conducting Combat next-generation payloads. controlled via satellite n Fully autonomous Search and Rescue The main features of the n Top-level information landing on defined fields (CSAR) and radio relay ANKA-S are: and data security, in case of link loss missions u

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ASELSAN Deepens Cooperation with Malaysia aving established ASELSAN HMALAYSIA, of which it owns 100 percent of the shares, ASELSAN is continuing to meet Malaysia’s defence needs, and is also contributing to the improvement of Malaysia’s defence industry and human resources. On February 22, ASELSAN signed a contract with a Malaysia-based shipyard for the integration of its 30mm SMASH Remote Controlled Stabilised Gun Systems, High Accuracy Stabilised Gimbals and 12.7mm Machine Guns onto the new boats to be built for the Malaysia Coast Guard. Pursuant to the contract, which is a continuation of the SMASH deliveries made previously by ASELSAN, the delivery of the systems will be completed between 2019 and 2020. Another recent development at ASELSAN has been the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on February 22between the National Defence University of Malaysia (UPNM), the Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MIGHT) and ASELSAN MALAYSIA. As per the contract, which is seen as a critical step in ASELSAN’s commitment to contribute to Malaysia’s defence industry and human resources, the parties will work in Malaysia on the development of remote controlled weapon systems and the co-development of R&D programmes that are to be determined. u ASELSAN © All photographs:

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n thte wake of its Turaç Returns from IWA 2018 Iparticipation at the IWA 2018 exhibition, held in Having Made Record-Level Contacts Nürnberg, Germany on play an assertive role. Its March 9–12, where its ambition in this regard was

primary goal was to expand TURAÇ mirrored in the promotional its cooperation with its © activities and advertising international solution campaign it conducted for partners, Turaç returned the event, promoting the to Turkey having made company and its products new friendships and new on 10 billboards and one connections, and taking light board in the exhibition the initial steps in several area, just before the potential cooperation exhibition and throughout projects. the exhibition week. This year’s IWA, one Amongst the products showcased by Turaç Fatih Altunbaş, General of the most prestigious at IWA were 9x19 mm pistol cartridges and Manager of Turaç, firearm, shooting and various rifle cartridges. The company is commenting on the newly offering those products to various hunting exhibitions in armed forces and law enforcement agencies. established connections Europe, attracted 1,558 and potential collaborations participant companies hollow point) and of the company, said: from 60 countries, and the Subsonic FMJ rounds “As in previous years, we stand of Turaç, one of 86 from the 9x19 mm pistol participated at this year’s companies participating Norway, Slovenia, Saudi cartridge series; exhibition to establish from Turkey, attracted Arabia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam n Exclusive, Big Game, new collaborations great interest. The and Zimbabwe. Company Heavy Load, Competition, and friendships, and we company, which had held officials welcomed visitors Less-Lethal and have accomplished that. 101 meetings during the to the stand with Turkish Elegance series from The 50 percent increase in previous exhibition, broke coffee, Siirt pistachios and the shot shells product the number of talks we held its own record by holding Turkish Delight, and took family; and during the exhibition over almost 150 meetings at many of their conversations n .223 REM. .308 WIN. and the previous one is this year’s event, making one step forward to the 7.62×39 mm cartridges the biggest testament to contact with users and level of collaboration and from rifle cartridges this. We have added solution partners from 56 friendship. product family, which is 12 new countries to our countries. This was the first The Sterling brand products about to enter the serial connection network and time that Turaç officials displayed at the Turaç stand production phase. have returned from the had met with companies during the IWA exhibition Turaç’s prominent position exhibition with a very busy and official delegations included: in the European market agenda. We hope to reap from the Republic of n Parabellum FMJ (full makes the IWA exhibition a the fruits of these meetings Korea, Canada, Kenya, metal jacket), Luger FMJ, significant sectoral event for and to announce good news Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Luger JHP (jacketed the company where it can soon.” u

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