SAHA Expo 2026 Reaches Landmark $8 Billion Deal Volume as Aerospace Advancements Unveiled in Istanbul

 

SAHA Expo 2026 Reaches Landmark $8 Billion Deal Volume as Aerospace Advancements Unveiled in Istanbul

The SAHA Expo 2026 International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition convened in Istanbul, drawing more than 1,500 defense enterprises and state delegations. Industry professionals and international buyers observed the latest innovations in regional defense technology, which included the public unveiling of the 42,000-lbf-class Güçhan turbofan engine developed by Turkish aerospace firms. According to official metrics, the defense fair closed with a record-setting trade volume of approximately $8 billion, driven primarily by export contracts for advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems, autonomous naval platforms, and modern thermal imaging sensor packages.

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SAHA Expo 2026: Global Defense Innovations and International Pavilions Take Center Stage in Istanbul

 

SAHA Expo 2026: Global Defense Innovations and International Pavilions Take Center Stage in Istanbul

The eighth iteration of the SAHA International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition opened in Istanbul in early May 2026, drawing significant international participation and showcasing major advancements in military technology. A prominent feature of the domestic showcase was Baykar's Kizilelma, an unmanned fighter aircraft.

International delegations maintained a strong presence at the expo. The United Arab Emirates National Pavilion experienced a major turnout, attracting industry experts, government officials, and industry leaders. Additionally, the Ukrainian company AIDronesUA presented "Maul," a ground-based robotic evacuation system specifically designed to transport wounded military personnel from active zones.

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• Associated Press / YouTube: Eighth SAHA International Defence and Aerospace exhibition opens in Istanbul

• Ukrinform: Ukraine presents Maul evacuation system at defense exhibition in Istanbul

• Gulf News: UAE National Pavilion sees major turnout at SAHA Defence and Aerospace Exhibition 2026