LEADING Turkish defence company ASELSAN has unveiled over 50 national products which focused on naval systems during the recently-concluded Defence Services Asia (DSA)-National Security (NATSEC) Asia 2024 exhibitions in Kuala Lumpur.
The premier Turkish defence electronics outfit was one of the 1,320 exhibitors from 60 countries who participated in the event which run from May 6 to 9 of which 34 countries hosted their own pavilions. With a strong presence and an extensive line-up of national products, ASELSAN aims to expand its footprint in the Asia-Pacific region.
ASELSAN general manager Ahmet Akyol highlighted his company’s commitment to fostering defence industry collaboration between Malaysia and Türkiye.
“Our participation in one of the largest defence exhibitions in the Asia-Pacific region should firmly signal ASELSAN’s dedication to strengthening ties by providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the technological needs of not just Malaysia but other regional countries as well,” he stressed on the sidelines of the DSA-NASTEC Asia 2024.
Emphasising the strategic importance of Malaysia in ASELSAN’s global expansion plans, Akyol added:
“Malaysia serves as a strategic hub for our growth plans in the Asia-Pacific. With over two decades of presence in the Malaysian market and the establishment of ASELSAN Malaysian Sdn Bhd in 2017, we believe we are very well-positioned to capitalise on emerging opportunities and deepen our engagement in the region.”
The long-standing cooperation between Malaysia and Türkiye in the defence industry provides a solid foundation for ASELSAN’s further push into the region. Both countries have expressed keen interest in further developing cooperation to leverage their joint expertise in defence technologies.
This collaborative approach which extends beyond mere purchase agreements to investments, manufacturing and technology transfer aligns with ASELSAN’s vision of building lasting partnerships and contributing to Malaysia’s defence modernisation efforts.
“Our participation at the recent DSA-NASTEC Asia 2024 reflects our commitment to sharing ASELSAN’s paradigm-changing technologies in the global battlefield,” enthused Akyol. “We are proud to demonstrate our presence and capabilities in Malaysia which we view as a springboard for our export-oriented growth strategy.”
In line with its growth strategy, ASELSAN aims to enhance its market share by establishing itself as a key player in Malaysia’s defence industry landscape.
“By leveraging our national systems and expertise, we seek to elevate Malaysia’s defence capabilities and contribute to the country’s advancement in the global defence arena,” added Akyol. – May 13, 2024
