Kazakhstan Aselsan Engineering Welcomes New General Manager
**Kazakhstan Aselsan Engineering has officially announced the appointment of Tolga Kurşunlu as its new General Manager.** With an impressive 23-year tenure at ASELSAN, Kurşunlu has most recently held the position of Program Director specializing in Anti-UAV systems. He expressed his enthusiasm on LinkedIn, stating, “I am pleased to share that I have started a new position as CEO / General Manager at Kazakhstan Aselsan Engineering!” He extended his gratitude to those who supported him during his appointment, including Mr. Ahmet Akyol, the General Manager, and his colleagues in the UAV Prevention Systems Program Directorate.
Kazakhstan Aselsan Engineering, commonly known as “KAE,” was established in 2011 to cater to the demands of Kazakhstan’s defense sector, particularly in electro-optic devices. The company was founded through a collaboration involving the National Company “Kazakhstan Engineering” JSC, which owns 50% of the venture, ASELSAN Electronics Industry and Trade Inc. with 49%, and SSB holding the remaining 1%.
KAE LLP specializes in a diverse array of products, including sights, night vision systems, thermal imaging devices, surveillance equipment, and laser designators. Additionally, the company focuses on advanced remote-controlled weapon platforms, electronic circuit board assembly, and the manufacturing of infrared lenses. It is also engaged in the modernization of electro-optic systems for armored vehicles and avionics for aircraft.
Moreover, KAE is committed to enhancing customer and personnel training, as well as fostering beneficial relationships with both domestic and international partners across various sectors, including commercial, economic, scientific, and technical fields. Research and development are central to the company’s mission, with notable investments in radar production highlighted as a key area of focus by ASELSAN.
