ASFAT: A Key Player in Turkey’s Defense Industry
**The Military Factory and Shipyards Inc. (ASFAT), a prominent entity within Turkey’s defense sector, hosted a breakfast event for journalists on January 10 to commemorate Working Journalists Day. The event featured Deputy Minister of National Defense Musa Heybet and ASFAT General Manager Behcet Karataş, who provided detailed insights into ASFAT’s significant contributions as it marked its seventh anniversary.**
During the gathering, the officials discussed various projects that ASFAT has undertaken since its inception, as well as ongoing collaborations with multiple countries and future initiatives. Deputy Minister Heybet addressed queries from journalists, shedding light on ASFAT’s operational strategies and its impact on national defense.
Established on January 12, 2018, ASFAT operates as a fully state-owned enterprise under the Ministry of National Defense, designed to function as a ‘results-oriented project management company.’ With a focus on efficiency and innovation, ASFAT combines various capabilities including design, construction, integration, modernization, maintenance, and training, all while adhering to cost-effective principles.
In just four years, ASFAT achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a spot on the prestigious ‘Defence News Top 100’ list, which highlights the leading defense industry companies globally. As the youngest Turkish defense firm to be included, ASFAT plays a crucial role in enhancing Turkey’s reputation and economic standing on the international stage.
Leveraging the expertise from 27 military factories and 10 shipyards, ASFAT is committed to fostering a modern, productive, and technologically advanced defense ecosystem. Guided by a vision to rank among the world’s foremost defense companies, ASFAT prioritizes an innovative partnership approach in its operations.
Currently, ASFAT is enhancing the capabilities of its repair and production facilities to meet international standards. The company is actively engaged in executing projects across over 30 countries within the defense and maritime sectors, thereby making substantial contributions to Turkey’s military and national economy while offering innovative solutions to its partners and allied nations.
