IDEF-2019 l Updates, News & Discussion

[BordoEnes]

•Gökdoğan: 25 km (WVR)
•Bozdoğan: 65 km (BVR)

https://twitter.com/x/status/862238578205708288

@cabatli_53 bro, this line-up is missing a long range BVR missile

Well thats a disappointment. Expected the BVR range to be atleast above the 100km.

 

[Stimpy75]

My feet are killing me
The fair itself is awesome but organisation of tüyap is bokdan
We had to wait 90 minutes to get in!!! But I will go again tomorrow
Couldn't take as many pictures as I wanted but tomorrow inşallah

 

[Mr.Department]

Where is TR-Jet ? Cancelled ?

@Zarvan @Combat-Master

 

[Zarvan]

 

[skybolt]

FNSS @ IDEF 2017

 

[OguzSenturk]

FNSS @ IDEF 2017

Bro it's from IDEX, not IDEF

 

[skybolt]

Turkish MANPADS to be displayed at IDEF 2017

 

[Zarvan]

 

[skybolt]

Turkish firm MKEK introduced a truck mounted Howitzer Yavuz system at IDEF 2017

 

[Zarvan]

 

[WarFariX]

The article clearly mentions that both missiles are under design stage so definitely we must expect increased range in some years. There is no point in rolling out a 60km ranged BVR missile however the WVR range seems good enough actually its perfect.

 

[Zarvan]

#idef17 with the friendly and brotherly country of Pakistan in the MİLGEM project signed a letter of intent and trainer aircraft procurement project contract.

 

[skybolt]

Delegation from Bosnia in front of Turkey's Altay MBT at IDEF 2017​

 

[Zarvan]

 

[Attila the Hun]

Domestic sourcing in defense industry exceeds 60 percent, PM Yıldırım says

Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım (C) inspects one of the projects in IDEF 2017 with Defense Minister Fikri Işık (R) and Army Commander Gen. Salih Zeki Çolak, May 09, 2017. (AA Photo)

Pointing out the fact that indigenous sourcing in Turkey’s defense industry has exceeded 60 percent, Prime Minister Yıldırım said, 'For democracy and peace, there is a need for more valiant people, states and scientists'
Attended by more than 800 companies from 50 different countries, the 13th International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF), one of world's top five defense fairs was opened Tuesday.

The IDEF'17 showcases the most modern vehicles, equipment and systems in the fields of defense, security, naval, aerospace and space industry.

Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım, in his inaugurating speech at the event, stressed on the issue of fighting against terrorism and said, "We have never looked at any terrorist organization with sympathy nor have we been welcoming towards those who do. Regardless of how and from who the threat comes to our country, whether it comes from inside or out, we will continue to resist them," Yıldırım said.

Stating that all developments in the world closely relate to Turkey because of its strategic position between Asia and Europe, Yıldırım said, "In a world where justice and compassion is waning, the defense of law and safety of life and property has become more important than ever. For democracy, for peace and tranquility and for justice, there is a need for more valiant people, statesmen and scientists."

460 ongoing projects

Yıldırım noted that Turkey has become stronger in the field of defense. Just 15 years ago, Turkey's defense industry was 80 percent externally dependendent, today that rate has dropped below 40 percent. The prime minister revealed that this year they are working on a total of 460 projects with a total budget value of TL 123 billion.

Yıldırım said, "For our security forces on land, we have successfully manufactured defense vehicles such as the Altay tank, armored vehicles and national infantry rifle. We have gained more strength with the Göktürk 1 and Göktürk 2 satellites. We are now in the process of building a national space agency."

Annual turnover of $6 billion

National Defense Minister Fikri Işık, on the other hand, said the annual turnover of the Turkish defense industry has approached $6 billion as of the previous year, while exports have reached $1.7 billion. "We are moving forward with strong and confident steps with the aim of becoming one of the 10 most advanced countries in the defense industry," Işık added.

Also speaking at the fair, İsmail Demir, undersecretary for Defense Industries, said global geopolitical developments have changed the definition of security and power concepts in the new strategic environment, adding that in this context, Turkey is proceeding with firm steps on its way to become a leading and guiding country in the international society as well as in the defense and security technologies in line with its 2023 targets, by further developing its existing capabilities and meeting its needs through local and national resources.

https://www.dailysabah.com/defense/...-industry-exceeds-60-percent-pm-yildirim-says