ASELSAN, Turkey’s leading defense company, introduced its new unmanned naval solutions at a launch event held during SAHA 2026 in Istanbul, demonstrating its focus on enhancing naval capabilities in increasingly complex and multi-domain operational environments.
In the subsurface domain, ASELSAN opened the KILIÇ family of autonomous underwater strike systems with different variants, developed for asymmetric warfare and covert operations. The systems combine portability, low detectability, and high-precision engagement capabilities, offering flexible deployment options across a wide range of mission scenarios. With advanced sensing, communication, and navigation capabilities, the KILIÇ family can operate independently or as part of coordinated swarm structures, supporting multi-domain maritime operations.
In the surface domain, ASELSAN introduced the TUFAN unmanned surface vehicle at SAHA 2026, designed to perform both offensive and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The platform combines high speed and maneuverability with advanced autonomy, enabling effective deployment in both littoral and open-sea conditions. Its swarm-enabled architecture allows coordinated operations, supporting simultaneous missions such as reconnaissance, surveillance, and precision engagement.
Commenting on the launch of new naval systems, Ahmet Akyol, ASELSAN President & CEO, stated: “Securing beyond the boundaries of the naval domain requires a new level of autonomy, integration, and operational flexibility. As maritime security gains increasing importance in today’s operational environment, we are leveraging our geographical advantages to enhance our capabilities at sea and introducing our new generation unmanned naval systems, designed to address the evolving requirements of modern maritime operations. These new solutions reflect ASELSAN’s commitment “To deliver integrated and future-ready technologies that enhance the effectiveness of naval forces across multiple domains, building on our expertise in UAV technologies, we aim to strengthen Turkey’s position in unmanned naval systems, as well, with our new products.”
Founded in 1975, ASELSAN is Turkey’s leading defense company, combining five decades of engineering excellence with a growing global presence. The company delivers innovative products, services, and integrated system solutions for critical military and industrial missions, with core competencies in radar, electronic warfare, guidance, electro-optics, and information and communication technologies. Beyond defense, ASELSAN also provides high-value solutions in civilian fields such as transportation, security, automation, and healthcare. Powered by more than 14,000 highly skilled professionals, ASELSAN exports its products and systems to more than 90 countries and maintains a direct presence in 25 countries, operating as a trusted global solution provider.
