In this issue we are pleased to share with you, an interview with Mr. Aziz Sipahi, General Manager of Vestel Defence  Industry and AYESAŞ; Mr. Jason W. Lambert Program Director Turkish Utility Helicopter Program; Mr. Orhan Geniş, Turkey 
and Central Asia, President of Honeywell and Mr. Serdar Çetingül, Regional Manager Turkey of Honeywell Defence and  Space; Mr. Roy Minson, Senior Vice President, AV Inc; , Royal Air Forces Hawk Pilots; Mr. H. Vedat Uslu, General Manager  of ICterra, recent developments and news; technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared towards the  defence industry.

Launched.
In near future New Generation Light Weight Armored Vehicles Project will be on Turkey’s agenda. As part of this project, the
local development and procurement of many New Generation Armored Vehicles in various configurations will be revealed Still,
detailed studies are being conducted in line with the operation requirements identified by our relevant requiring authorities.
SSM intends to implement the prototype competition model in the New Generation Light Weight Armored Vehicles project
and within the scope of the Tank Transporter Vehicle project, for which we plan to open the tender in the upcoming period.
It is obvious that Turkish Land systems capabilities are achieving great impetus under the leadership of the
Undersecretariat for Defense Industries and looks forward to reacheing all its goals in and around Turkey as a manufacturer
and exporter of not only platforms but also sub-systems and critical equipment.

Despite the expected growth for military helicopters, the industry faces significant challenges, including defense
budget cuts in some of the traditionally strong western markets, but also in some emerging markets where the
end-users may be exercising caution in terms of procurement, both operationally and financially. The impact of the
global economic turmoil is visible across the majority of programs in military helicopter segments, as they generally
tend to be large procurements.
Military forces across the globe, particularly in emerging markets, are currently undergoing major acquisition and
upgrade programs in their helicopter fleets. Overall modernization also means that nations are considering filling
capability gaps and procuring helicopters in different segments to cope with multiple operational requirements.
Analysts believe that the industry needs to be innovative, not only in business models and operational support
such as through life contracts in order to support the end-user segments, and in turn drive new programs and
procurements.
Turkey is carrying out 27 projects as of today covering the Turkish Utility Helicopter, T129 “Atak” Advanced
Attack and Tactical Reconnaissance Helicopter and “Özgün” Multi - Role Helicopter programs. The “Atak” project is
amongst the essential milestones considering the establishment of a helicopter industry infrastructure in Turkey. TAI
accomplished the delivery of 22 T129 “Atak” Helicopters to the Land Forces Command. Thanks to these programs,
Turkey strengthens its position in Global Helicopter Market.

Developing capabilities, original-design systems and products, the Turkish Defense Industry has recently carved
out a different and significant place for itself among international platforms within the framework of participation in
multinational projects, in joint programs and in the collaboration carried out with leading firms in the global defense
industry. Significant developments in the R&D activities in the direction of the goals of the Undersecretariat for
Defense Industries have enabled Turkish firms to open up to the world with a bold and new marketing vision harboring
a new enthusiasm. With this dynamic vision, all parties of the defense industry have been taking part in major projects
as a competitor or as a business partner within a common synergy together with the developed defense industries
of the world in recent years, which is a big source of pride for all of us. IDEF fairs also reveal Turkey’s vision which
brings together developed defense industries and procurement authorities of the regional countries to a common
platform, creating different cooperation possibilities. 

Within the concept of the TF-X program a significant number of human resources will be required for the following
phases. In this respect, with the launch of the project’s design stage, numerous engineers from BAE Systems who are
experienced in the design of fighter jets will be coming to Ankara and collaborating with the experienced engineers at
TAI. Within the framework of our cooperation with BAE Systems, providing “on the job training” to Turkish engineers is
planned as well. In this context, with the launch of the project, numerous TAI engineers will be simultaneously assigned at
the facilities of BAE Systems (without being limited only to T-FX) for on the job training purposes and will be performing
tasks and gaining experience there.
Within the scope of this project, studies are being carried out on determining which requirements would be covered
by the available sub systems or off-the-shelf commercial products by projections on technologies which are to be utilized
in the 2030s. The in-depth analysis will be made within this context regarding which technologies should be adopted
indigenously as Turkey’s main objective is to put forth an Indigenous Fighter Jet designed fully in accordance with the
requirements of the Turkish Air Forces.

centives, while the remaining $ 287 million dollars were from equity sources.
In accordance with the Turkey’s R&D activities and strategies on Defense and Aerospace, it is stated that autonomous
systems that may come to the Turkey’s agenda soon. The automatization of the naval, land and air systems is one of the
most discussed subjects. Laser technologies, rocket technologies, space technologies starting from various layers of the air
defense systems, various fuel and control systems, radar technologies, engine development in addition to unmanned robotic
systems and semi-robotic systems, cyber security, biotechnology, optical and weapon systems, intelligence systems, and
electronic warfare are expected to be up-coming priority issues

In this issue, first of all, we graciously thank TEI General Manager Mr. Prof. Dr. Mahmut Faruk Akşit, comprising
executives, engineers, technicians and also the corporate communications department at TEI, for their valuable
contributions.
We offer our appreciation and gratitude to the Eurasia Airshow CEO - Mr. Ferhat Yenibertiz, Technopark Istanbul CEO -
Mr. Bilal Macit, Austal CEO - Mr. David Singleton, Boeing Vice President -Mr. John Byrne and the valuable contributions of
Partner & Senior Vice President of Frost & Sullivan Mr. Richard Sear and to Dr. Altan Özkil - Director, Defense Applications
and Research Center, Deputy Director of the Civil Aviation School, Turkish Panel Member, NATO STONE SAS Panel
member of Atılım University.
In this issue we are pleased to share with you recent developments and news about the Turkish Defense Industry and
technical articles related the products and capabilities geared towards the defense industry.

Laser technologies, rocket technologies, space technologies starting from various layers of the air defense
systems, various fuel and control systems, radar technologies, engine development in addition to unmanned robotic
systems and semi-robotic systems are expected to be up-coming priority issues.
I believe that the recent significant progress especially in exports, the success achieved in various markets,tenders
won despite the giant competitors and the marketing support of the government in export activities will catapult the
Turkish defense industry to a very different point. Moreover, following Havelsan, TAI’s foreign company acquisitions
will advance the Turkish defense industry to places of distinction and prominence within international platforms.
With the strong winds of confidence, experience, perseverance and opportunity…we are setting sail toward new
achievements, with new strategies…

The Turkish Defense Industry’s effectiveness has increased in the Asia-Pacific region recently, especially with
the notable contribution of FNSS in Malaysia. Recently STM marked a major success with being awarded the
international tender that was initiated for the half-life modernization of class “Agosta 90B” submarines in the inventory
of Pakistani Naval Forces; competing against the French company which designed and built the submarines
themselves. Covering a total of 3 submarine modernization orders; 1 of which is confirmed in addition to 2 orders
on an optional basis; the contract was signed in June. SDT has also won an international bid opened in South Korea
for Embedded Training System (ETS) that will be used on a training aircraft.
I believe that in coming period, Turkey will strengthen its presence in export markets by its indigenous products
and capabilities.

It is obvious that Turkish Land systems capabilities are achieving great impetus under the leadership of the Undersecretariat for Defense Industries; by excelling with this momentum it is reaching towards meeting all of its targets in and around Turkey as a manufacturer and exporter of not only platforms but also sub-systems and critical equipment.

We are pleased to share with you, an interview with by Mr.Müjdat Uludağ, Head of Naval Platforms Department of SSM; Mr.Süalp Ürkmez, CEO & General Manager of Anadolu Shipyard; Mr. Kerim Kalafatoğlu CEO of Ares Shipyard; Mr. Hakan Kurt, General Manager of Hightech Port; an article by Kaya Yazgan, Global Business Report, recent developments and news; technical articles related with the product and capabilities geared towards the defense industry. 

In this issue we are pleased to share with you, interviews with Mr. Richard Harris, Vice President of International Military Bussiness Sales at Bell Helicopter; Ms. Carey Smith, The President of Defence and Space at Honeywell Aerospace; analysis on Strategic Air Defence Systems and Turkey's Road Map; a report  on The Future of the Turkissh Defence industry; recent developments and news; technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared toward the defence industry.

In this issue we are pleased to share with you; interviews with Dr. Ata Şenlikçi, Head od R&D and Technology Management Department,SSM; Dr. Faik Eken  CEO and President of ASELSAN; Mr. Izzet Artunç, General Manager of MKEK; Mr. Fatih Ünal, Chirman of the Board, TSSK; recent developments and news; technical articles related wşth the products capabilities geared towards the defence industry.

In  this  issue  we  are  pleased  to  share  with  you,  interviews  with    Mr.  Mustafa  Şeker,  Deputy  Undersecretary  for  Defence Industries;  Mr.  Nail  Kurt,  General  Manager  and  CEO  of  FNSS;  Mr.  Davut  Yılmaz,  General  Manager  of  STM;  Mr.  Claude Alber,  Rockwell  Collins  Vice  President  and  Managing  Director,  Europe,  Middle  East  and  Africa  International  and  Service Solutions;  Mr.  Howard  Garrett  Beasey,  The  President  and  Chief  Executive  Officer  of  the  American-Turkish  Council;  Mr.  Kyle Schmackpfeffer,  Senior  Programme  Manager  of  Harris  Corporation;  recent  developments  and  news;  technical  articles  related to the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.

In this issue we are pleased to share with you, interviews with Mr. Muharrem Dörtkaşlı, CEO of TAI; Dr. Celal Sami Tüfekçi, Head of Space Department, Undersecretariat for Defence Industries; Mr. Clemens Linden, CEO of Eurojet; Mr. Jukko Juusti, Director General of the Resource Policy Department and Finnish National Armaments Director (NAD); IDEF 2015 News; recent developments and news; technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.
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A Message from Ms. Asuman Vangölü Head of Procurement Management Department of SSM. TSSK: ODTU Teknokent Defence Industry Cluster. An Overview by Mr. Bilal Aktaş Head of Subsytems Department of SSM.

Developing capabilities, original-design systems and products of the Turkish Defence Industry have recently carved out a different and significant place for themselves in the international platforms within the framework of participation in multinational projects and joint programs and collaborations carried out with the leading firms in the world defence industry. Significant developments in the R&D activities in the direction of the goals of the Undersecretariat for Defence Industries have enabled Turkish firms to open up to the world with a bold and new marketing vision harbouring a new enthusiasm. With this dynamic vision, all parties of the defence industry have been taking part in major projects as a competitor or as a business partner within a common synergy together with the developed defence industries of the world in the last years, which is a big source of pride for all of us. IDEF fairs also reveal Turkey’s vision which brings together developed defence industries and procurement authorities of the regional countries at a common platform, creating different cooperation possibilities.
Ranking among the top defence fairs in the world and being the biggest fair of Eurasia, IDEF forms a cooperation platform for the region and for all participating countries. Developing technologies, products and capabilities will meet with top level military authorities, procurement authorities and firms from more than 50 countries at IDEF-2015 organized under the auspices and support of the Ministry of National Defence and under the management and responsibility of the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation. IDEF 2015 will go beyond the previous ones with the number of participants and expanded area. This year, countries such has Canada, Australia, Austria, China, Korea, Ukraine, Brazil, UK, US, Germany, Switzerland, Indonesia and Poland have national pavilions and companies have opportunity to technical presentations on products in IDEF 2015.

In this issue we are pleased to share with you, an interview with Mr. Bilal Aktaş, Head of Subsystems Department,Undersecretariat for Defence Industries; Lieutenant General John W. Nicholson, NATO’s Allied Land Command (LANDCOM) Commander; Mr. Luigi Mattiolo, Ambassador of Italy to Turkey; Mr. Tom Fillingham, Future Combat Air Systems Director, BAE Systems, and news; technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.

In this issue, we are pleased to share with you, an interview with Mr. Murat Ceran, Head of the Fixed Wings Platforms Department, Undersecretariat for Defence Industries; Mr. Latif Aral Aliş, Chairman of the Board of Directors Defence and Aerospace Industry Exporters’ Association; Prof. Dr. Nazife Baykal, Director of Informatics Institute, Middle East Technical University; Mr. Wojciech Dabrowski, CEO of Polish Armaments Group, recent developments and news, technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.

In this issue we are pleased to share with you The Commander of the Turkish Naval Forces Admiral Bülent Bostanoğlu,Mr. Sinan Şenol, Executive Vice President Space Systems of TAI, Mr. Martin Glváč, Minister of Defence of the Slovak Republic, Mr. Doug Wilhelm, Director of International Programs at Lockheed Mission Systems and Training, Brigadier General Marc Sasseville, Senior Defence Official and Defence Attache’, ODC Ankara, Mr. Richard H. Edwards Executive Vice President, Missiles and Fire Control of Lockheed Martin, Mr. Erkan Selah, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Selah Shipyard and Mr. Andy Latham, Vice President Business Development, Military Air & Information at BAE Systems, recent developments and news; technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.
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We are pleased to share with you, an interview with Prof. Ismail Demir , Undersecretary for Defence Industries; Dr. Eyüp  Kaptan, Roketsan’s Chairman of the Board of Roketsan; Mr. Bernhard Gerwert, CEO of Airbus Defence and Space, Mr.  Tom Bell, President of Rolls-Royce Defence, Mr. Steven Webb, Vice President, Aerospace, Defence & Security of Frost &  Sullivan, Mr. Alper Alpay, General Manager of IAG Turkey, recent developments and news; technical articles related with  the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.

We are pleased to share with you, an interview with Mr. Yılmaz Güldoğan, General Manager at Alpteknik Aviation Mr.  Ross Kelly, Head of Region Turkey at Agustawestland; Mr. Giorgio Zappa,The Chairman of the Board of Vitrociset and  Maxime Faribault, Executive Vice-President Aircraft Manufacturers Sales of Turbomeca recent developments and news;  technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.

We are pleased to share with you, an interview with Mr.Serdar Demirel, Deputy Undersecretary for Defence Industries;  Italian Air Force Commander Lieutenant General Pasquale Preziosa; Mr. Özcan Ertem, Head of TAI Aircraft Group; Mr.Taner  Akkaya, The chairman of the Board of Dearsan; Mr. José Manuel Revuelta; The Chairman of Navantia recent developments  and news; technical articles related with the products and capabilities geared towards the defence industry.

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DEFENCE TURKEY has been created by IMGE Co. as an English language magazine  in Turkey and the magazine is the information platform for the decision making mechanism of procurement circles and readers to provide a forum of technical information for the fast developing and expanding defence industrial activities, scientific breakthroughs, ongoing projects and current programmes in Turkey, latest news of Turkish authorities and Turkish Defence Industry, interviews with senior military leaders, officials, executive company representatives and experts.

On the other hand DEFENCE TURKEY is also a bilateral information platform to the Turkish military and defence officials, Turkish decision makers, procurement executives and Turkish defence industry members on the developments of international defence industries, capabilities and technologies.

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