Turkey’s Naval Technology Display at ASDA-2025
**Turkey is poised to highlight its naval engineering capabilities at the forthcoming ASDA-2025 Fair in Croatia. Scheduled from April 8 to 10, 2025, the event will serve as a platform for STM Defense Technologies Engineering and Trade Inc. to showcase a plethora of national defense innovations. As a signatory of warship exports to Europe, Turkey aims to present its advancements in naval technology, including national warships and tactical mini drones, to an international audience in Zagreb.**
The centerpiece of Turkey’s display will be the TCG ISTANBUL (F-515), the first ship of the MİLGEM ISTİF Class project and Turkey’s inaugural national frigate, which has already been delivered to the Turkish Navy. Additionally, STM will exhibit the ADA Class corvettes, a significant national project, showcasing four units that have been successfully delivered to the Turkish Navy. Other prominent innovations on display will include the STM500, Turkey’s first national submarine model intended for special operations, and the Unmanned Autonomous Submarine Vehicle (UASV) STM NETA.
Innovative Drone Technology on Show
The fair will also feature Turkey’s first national assault drone, KARGU, which has seen successful exports to over ten countries across three continents. KARGU is equipped with anti-personnel and armor-piercing warheads, underscoring its tactical effectiveness. Additionally, STM will unveil the TOGAN surveillance drone, which has been instrumental in recent counter-terrorism operations and has garnered success in international markets. The BOYGA drone, notable for its munitions deployment capabilities, will also be presented during the event.
Özgür Güleryüz, General Manager of STM, highlighted the global preference for Turkey’s military maritime solutions. He stated, “As STM, our engineering capabilities make us a trusted partner for navies spanning from Europe to the Asia-Pacific. Our recent export of a logistics support vessel to the Portuguese Navy, aligned with NATO and EU standards, exemplifies our impact in Europe. The corvettes we are constructing for the Ukrainian Navy mark our first corvette export to Europe, while the three Ada Class corvettes for the Royal Malaysian Navy symbolize Turkey’s entry into the Asia-Pacific corvette market.”
Strengthening International Partnerships
Güleryüz further expressed aspirations to enhance collaborations within Europe. He affirmed, “We aim to continue our exports at ASDA 2025 by introducing our modern naval platforms and proven tactical drone systems, which have been deployed successfully across three continents in combat scenarios.” The emphasis on partnerships underscores STM’s dedication to expanding its global footprint in defense technologies.
In related news, STM is actively involved in dual engagements on the international stage to amplify its presence and influence in the defense sector. The company remains committed to advancing its technological innovations while fostering strategic alliances that strengthen Turkey’s position as a key player in global defense initiatives.
