ASELSAN Demonstrates DRONEDEF and EW Capabilities at EUROSATORY 2026

Paris, 16 June 2026 – ASELSAN demonstrated the strength of its integrated multi-domain defense portfolio at EUROSATORY 2026, featuring DRONEDEF, the counter-UAV component of its Steel Dome air defense architecture, as well as advanced electronic warfare systems, precision-guided munitions and autonomous underwater vehicles. The company further strengthened its international footprint through the signing of two strategic agreements designed to expand defense cooperation and enhance interoperability across allied defense ecosystems.

ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense company, is showcasing its integrated multi-domain defense portfolio at EUROSATORY 2026, highlighting advanced capabilities across the air, land, maritime and electromagnetic domains. Among the key exhibits are KALKAN II/M vehicle-mounted mobile search radar and DRONEDEF, an integrated counter-UAV concept that brings together İHTAR anti-drone system, GÖKBERK laser weapon system, KORKUT 100/25 SB anti-drone weapon system and EJDERHA high-power electromagnetic anti-UAV system to provide complementary hard-kill, directed-energy and electromagnetic effects against evolving drone threats. ASELSAN is also presenting its Steel Dome layered air defense architecture, KORAL AD mobile radar electronic warfare system, TOLUN family of precision-guided munitions and KILIÇ family of autonomous underwater vehicles, underscoring its comprehensive approach to meeting the demands of modern warfare across multiple operational domains.

As part of its strategy to expand international cooperation and strengthen defense industry partnerships, the company signed two strategic agreements at EUROSATORY 2026. ASELSAN signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Daimler Truck to explore cooperation opportunities in integrating ASELSAN payloads and systems onto Mercedes Benz Truck branded Daimler Truck platforms, intending a collaboration for the participation in air defense and electronic warfare programs. The agreement provides a framework for joint marketing and business development activities for mutually agreed customers, while Koluman, as the OEM of Daimler Truck in Türkiye, will support the implementation of the cooperation.

ASELSAN has also signed a Letter of Intent with VIC TEC, the leading USV platform and interceptor drone manufacturer in Latvia, to further enhance the C-UAS capabilities of Latvia in the area of detectors and effectors. This partnership shows the commitment of ASELSAN to Latvia’s defense and aims to deepen the close defense partnership between the two countries.

“ASELSAN’s counter-UAV, precision-strike, electronic warfare and autonomous systems continue to attract strong interest from armed forces around the world, underscoring the growing need for integrated and operationally proven defense capabilities,” said Ahmet Akyol, ASELSAN President & CEO. “Our presence at EUROSATORY 2026 reflects both the breadth of our technology portfolio and the strength of our international partnerships. Through the solutions we are exhibiting and the agreements we have signed, ASELSAN is further expanding its role as a trusted global defense partner, delivering multi-domain capabilities that meet the evolving challenges of today’s security environment.”

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