Greece Digitalizes Its Defense Ecosystem to Boost Military Innovation
DefenceTurk
29.08.2026
Gündem
ASELSAN Deploys Advanced VLF OTAM Systems Ahead of Schedule for NATO
ASELSAN has successfully delivered and operationalized the Very Low Frequency Over the Air Monitoring project for the NATO Communications and Information Agency ahead of schedule. This critical modernization enhances NATO maritime situational awareness and secure communication reliability.
DefenceTurk
29.08.2026
Deniz Sistemleri
Dearsan Expands Naval Shipbuilding Capacity With New Facility in Kocaeli
Turkish defense contractor Dearsan has initiated the Environmental Impact Assessment process for a new hull manufacturing facility in Kocaeli. The plant will boost production capacities for military vessels, patrol boats, and submarines.
SavunmaSanayiST
29.08.2026
Hava Sistemleri
airBaltic Reaches 70 Million Passenger Milestone Amid Fleet Restructuring Challenges
Latvian flagship carrier airBaltic has celebrated its 31st anniversary by carrying its 70 millionth passenger. However, the milestone coincides with critical financial restructuring and plans to downsize its Airbus A220 fleet.
AirportHaber
29.08.2026
Hava Sistemleri
F-35 Program Costs Surge Past $536 Billion Amid Modernization Delays
The total procurement cost of the U.S. F-35 Lightning II program has climbed to $536.2 billion due to inflation, production expenses, and modernization delays. Long-term operational and support expenses are projected to push the overall lifetime cost of the program toward the $2 trillion mark.
SavunmaSanayiST
29.08.2026
Gündem
Civil Aviation and Defense Logistics: Analyzing Strategic Challenges at TGS
Industry experts evaluate critical operational developments within Turkish ground handling services in a recent aviation analysis. The discussion highlights strategic leadership responsibilities and the intersection of civil aviation infrastructure with national security logistics.
AirportHaber
29.08.2026
Savunma Şirketleri
JetBlue Governance Restructuring After Carl Icahn Reduces Stake
JetBlue Airways has restructured its board of directors following activist investor Carl Icahn reducing his equity stake from ten percent to approximately three percent. The departure of Icahn's representatives marks a new phase as the airline continues executing its strategic turnaround plan.
AirportHaber
29.08.2026
Hava Sistemleri
Sweden Deploys Gripen Fighters and Warships to Protect Finland Until 2026
Sweden is deploying Saab Gripen fighter jets and Visby-class corvettes to bolster Finland's airspace and territorial defense amid deteriorating regional security. This bilateral defense arrangement between the two newest NATO members enhances Nordic military integration along the Russian border.
DefenceTurk
29.08.2026
Hava Sistemleri
Saab Completes Maiden Flight of Two-Seater Gripen F Fighter Jet
Swedish defense firm Saab has successfully completed the maiden flight of the dual-seat Gripen F fighter jet, developed jointly with Brazil. The 40-minute test flight verified core system functionalities and set the stage for comprehensive trials ahead of its operational deployment.
SavunmaSanayiST
29.08.2026
Gündem
ESA Awards First Contracts for European Launcher Challenge to Boost Space Access
The European Space Agency has signed foundational contracts under the European Launcher Challenge to enhance Europe's independent access to space. Key aerospace companies including Rocket Factory Augsburg, PLD Space, and Isar Aerospace received substantial funding to develop innovative launch services.
DefenceTurk
29.08.2026
Dünya Savunma
U.S. Army Lasers Successfully Neutralize Cartel Drones in Combat Test
U.S. service members recently deployed the Army Multipurpose High Energy Laser system to neutralize hostile unmanned aerial systems linked to drug cartels. This combat deployment highlights the rapidly growing strategic importance of directed-energy weapons in modern border defense and asymmetric warfare.
U.S. Department of Defense News
29.08.2026
İHA & Otonom Sistemler
STM Highlights Advanced Capabilities and Global Success of Türkiye's First National Loitering Munition KARGU
STM has detailed the cutting-edge autonomous capabilities, electronic warfare resilience, and global export success of Türkiye's premier loitering munition, KARGU. Active in four continents across 15 countries, the platform continues to redefine modern tactical drone warfare.
DefenseHere
28.08.2026