Istanbul: Trkiye's missile producer Roketsan signed new foreign and domestic strategic cooperation agreements at the International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF) 2025 in Istanbul.
According to Anadolu Agency, the 17th edition of the six-day defense fair IDEF, starting on Tuesday, is being held simultaneously at the Istanbul Fair Center, Ataturk Airport, Wow Hotel, and Atakoy Marina.
The event, organized by KFA Fairs with support from Trkiye's Defense Industries Secretariat (SSB) and the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation, has Anadolu as its global communication partner. Roketsan attracted interest at the fair with its innovative products and field-proven systems, becoming one of the most notable companies at the event. The company finalized agreements covering product deliveries and new projects during signing ceremonies held on the first two days of the fair.
Roketsan enhanced its strategic partnership with Azerbaijan in the defense sector by signing a new cooperation protocol in the field of artillery systems. The 'Artillery Systems Cooperation Protocol,' effective from July 22, was signed by Agil Gurbanov, Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and Faruk Yigit, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Roketsan.
The development contract for the Gokbora Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile project, introduced at IDEF 2025, was also signed on Wednesday between the Secretariat of Defense Industries (SSB) and Roketsan. The contract was signed by SSB President Haluk Gorgun and Roketsan General Manager Murat Ikinci. The Gokbora, intended for use with both manned and unmanned combat aircraft, is planned to become the new striking power of the air force with its range exceeding 100 nautical miles and guidance capability. A contract was also signed between Roketsan and Aselsan for developing RF seeker heads and missile-mounted data link subsystems under the project.
Two more agreements were signed between Roketsan and the SSB. The two institutions signed the Mixed Rocket/Missile System Project Agreement and the TRLG-122 Missile System Supply Cooperation Protocol. These agreements aim to develop and procure systems that will enhance Trkiye's defense capabilities.
Roketsan and a Turkish defense firm MKE signed an agreement for the supply of fuel rods to be used in various projects. The agreement was signed by Roketsan General Manager Murat Ikinci and MKE General Manager Ilhami Keles.
Roketsan also signed a protocol with Teknopark Istanbul to support new ventures in the defense and technology sectors. The 'Incubation Center-Focused Corporate Cooperation Protocol' was signed by Roketsan General Manager Murat Ikinci and Teknopark Istanbul General Manager Abdurrahman Akyol. This cooperation aims to commercialize ideas, support startups, and contribute to the defense ecosystem.
On Thursday, Roketsan inked a 'Memorandum of Understanding on Localization Efforts' with companies it has collaborated with so far: Armsto Konnektor, Asil Celik, Sensorsan Sensor Technologies, Iveo Electronic Defense Systems, Korel Elektronik, and Pavezyum Kimya. Roketsan's Rise for Tomorrow platform, launched last year, plays a role in the localization initiative, aiming to strengthen supplier relationships and reduce dependence on foreign countries. Halid Bulut emphasized the importance of continuing localization efforts to reduce dependence on external sources and become more independent.