New Horizons in Türkiye's Defense Industry: STM and LIMA 2025
The Turkish defense industry has gained significant momentum worldwide in recent years and has established itself in the international arena. In this context, STM (Defense Technologies Engineering and Trade Inc.) draws attention with its military naval platforms and tactical mini UAV systems developed with domestic and national resources. STM will be held between 20-24 May 2025. Langkawi International Maritime and Aviation ExhibitionIt aims to introduce its innovative products to the world public.
Importance of LIMA 2025 Fair
This fair, which will be held on Langkawi Island, is one of the largest defense events in the Asia Pacific region. STM aims to bring together its products and capabilities with many countries, especially South Asian countries, in this prestigious organization. This fair offers a great opportunity to showcase Türkiye's progress in the defense industry.
STM's Innovative Marine Projects
STM makes significant contributions to the Turkish Naval Forces, as well as the navies of countries such as Pakistan, Ukraine, Portugal and Malaysia, with its high-tech solutions. Six different naval projects to be exhibited at LIMA 2025 will showcase Türkiye's competence in the defense industry. These projects include:
- Malaysian Corvette (LMS Batch-2): Türkiye's first and only corvette export to this region.
- İstif Class Frigate (TCG Istanbul): One of the most important examples of the national frigate project.
- Sea Replenishment Tanker: A strategic project built for Portugal.
- STM MPAC Attack Boat: A platform designed for tactical naval operations.
- STM500 Submarine: A marine vessel equipped with modern submarine warfare systems.
- New Multi-Purpose Warship Design: This project, which will be introduced for the first time, will attract great interest.
TCG Büyükada Corvette and the Role of STM
Constructed within the scope of the MİLGEM Project, STM undertook a critical task as the main subcontractor. TCG Büyükada Corvette (F-512), will be transferred to Malaysia within the scope of the fair. This project is of great importance in terms of increasing Türkiye's maritime defense capabilities. With such projects, STM both supports the domestic industry and offers competitive products at international standards.
Innovative Solutions with Tactical Mini UAV Systems
STM plans to stand out at the fair not only with its naval platforms but also with its innovative solutions in the field of tactical mini UAVs. Türkiye's first national strike UAV, KARGU, has been exported to more than 10 countries on three continents so far. This UAV attracts attention with both anti-personnel and armor-piercing ammunition heads. It is also used in surveillance missions TOGAN and can deliver precise munitions to the target BOYGA UAV systems will also be exhibited at the fair.
Collaboration Opportunities in the Defense Industry
In his statement regarding the fair, STM General Manager emphasized Türkiye's vision of producing innovative and flexible solutions in the defense industry. “We contribute as a reliable solution partner not only to the Turkish navy but also to the naval forces of many countries from Portugal to Ukraine, from Malaysia to Pakistan.” With his statements, he underlines the need to increase cooperation opportunities in the region.
Carrying Türkiye's Technological Power to International Platforms
STM continues to carry Türkiye's technological power to international platforms with the projects to be exhibited at LIMA 2025. Such events are of great importance in terms of the Turkish defense industry being recognized on a global scale and strengthening its competitive position. These developments in the defense industry also reinforce Türkiye's strategic independence.
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While the projects that STM will exhibit at LIMA 2025 show the point that the Turkish defense industry has reached, its successes in the international arena are also noteworthy. Such platforms reveal how far Türkiye has advanced in the defense industry and its future potential. STM's innovative solutions, international collaborations and strategic projects will further strengthen Türkiye's position in the global defense industry.
