Teknofest Blue Homeland 2026 showcases Turkish naval advancements

The maritime technology exhibition Teknofest Blue Homeland 2026 concluded on August 23 at the Gölcük Shipyard Command in Kocaeli. Organized by Türkiye's Ministry of National Defense alongside the T3 Foundation, the four-day event highlighted indigenous naval defense systems and maritime innovations.

Among the featured hardware was FNSS's modular uncrewed amphibious assault vehicle, the İ-ZAHA, engineered to operate alongside crewed vessels to minimize human risk during hazardous landing operations. The Turkish Navy also displayed the TCG İmbat, a Kılıç-II class fast attack craft capable of reaching 40 knots with reduced radar signature design. Alongside military platform exhibitions, the festival hosted engineering competitions focused on uncrewed underwater and surface systems to encourage domestic defense innovation.

Sources: Anadolu Agency, Daily Sabah, Defence Turk, TRT Haber.