Turkey showcases naval technology at Teknofest Blue Homeland 2026

Turkey's maritime defense exhibition, Teknofest Blue Homeland 2026, concluded on August 23 at the Gölcük Shipyard Command in Kocaeli. Organized by the Ministry of National Defense and the T3 Foundation, the four-day event showcased advanced naval platforms, autonomous systems, and defense technologies.

Key highlights included defense contractor FNSS presenting the İ-ZAHA, an uncrewed modular amphibious assault vehicle designed to perform high-risk landing operations without putting personnel in harm's way. 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. Alongside military hardware, the event hosted technical competitions focused on uncrewed surface and underwater systems to support engineering talent.

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