Turkey showcases domestic naval hardware at Teknofest Blue Homeland

Turkey hosted its maritime technology and defense exhibition, Teknofest Blue Homeland 2026, from August 20 to 23 at the Gölcük Shipyard Command in Kocaeli. Jointly organized by the Ministry of National Defense and the T3 Foundation, the four-day event showcased a range of naval platforms, unmanned systems, and air defense technologies.

Among the featured hardware, defense contractor FNSS unveiled its modular unmanned amphibious vehicle, İ-ZAHA, designed to operate alongside crewed amphibious assault vehicles during high-risk operations. The Turkish Navy also displayed the TCG İmbat, a Kılıç-II class fast attack craft capable of reaching 40 knots with a reduced radar signature. Additionally, the exhibition hosted technology competitions focused on unmanned surface and underwater vessels to promote domestic defense innovations.

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