Teknofest Blue Homeland 2026 showcases Turkish naval defense innovations in Kocaeli

Türkiye's maritime defense showcase, Teknofest Blue Homeland 2026, concluded at the Gölcük Shipyard Command in Kocaeli following a four-day exhibition from Aug. 20 to 23. Jointly organized by the Ministry of National Defense and the T3 Foundation, the event featured domestic naval innovations, uncrewed platforms, and air defense hardware.

Among the prominent exhibits, defense firm FNSS introduced the İ-ZAHA, a modular uncrewed amphibious assault vehicle designed to perform high-risk landing operations alongside manned systems. Additionally, the Turkish Navy presented the TCG İmbat, a Kılıç-II class fast attack craft capable of reaching speeds up to 40 knots while maintaining a low radar profile. The exhibition also hosted engineering competitions focused on autonomous surface and underwater technologies.

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