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Turkey SAHA 2026 Defense Exhibition

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported May 05, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026

Sentiment
50
Attention
4
Articles
6
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition is expected to significantly boost Turkey's defense export contracts, aiming for $8 billion, which could positively impact the stock prices of participating Turkish defense companies like Baykar, Aselsan, Roketsan, and STMicroelectronics. The event also highlights Turkey's growing role in the global defense and aerospace industries, attracting international attention and potential partnerships.

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Event Summary

The SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition, organized by Turkey — Istanbul, opened in Istanbul, Turkey, from May 6-9. The event hosts 1,700 companies, including 263 international firms, and over 30,000 industry professionals from more than 120 countries. It aims to increase export contracts from $6.2 billion in 2024 to at least $8 billion this year. Turkish defense giants such as Baykar, Aselsan, Roketsan, and STMicroelectronics are showcasing new high-tech products, including advanced drones, loitering munitions, and directed energy weapon systems. The exhibition features 203 new product introductions and 164 signing ceremonies, drawing significant participation from Europe, the United States, and Canada.

Key Actions
100 Turkey — Istanbul organized exhibition
80 Baykar displayed products
75 Aselsan presented products
75 Roketsan introduced products
60 Roketsan developed weapon system FNSS Defence Systems
50 STMicroelectronics displayed systems
Entities Involved
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Turkey
Turkey is hosting the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition, showcasing its domestic defense industry and aiming to boost export contracts.
Importance 95 Sentiment 40
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Turkey — Istanbul
Turkey — Istanbul is the organizer of the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition, which aims to increase export contracts.
Importance 90 Sentiment 60
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Baykar
Baykar, a Turkish drone giant, is showcasing new high-tech products like MIZRAK, K2 Kamikaze UAV, and Sivrisinek loitering munition at SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition.
Importance 80 Sentiment 70
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Aselsan
Aselsan, a Turkish defense giant, is presenting five new products and six upgraded versions of existing products at SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition.
Importance 75 Sentiment 65
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Roketsan
Roketsan is introducing its newest and most advanced technology products at SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition and cooperated with FNSS Defence Systems on the ALKA-KAPLAN HYBRID Directed Energy Weapon System Platform.
Importance 75 Sentiment 65
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STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics is displaying air and naval systems developed for the modern battlefield for the first time at SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition.
Importance 50 Sentiment 55
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FNSS Defence Systems
FNSS Defence Systems cooperated with Roketsan to develop the ALKA-KAPLAN HYBRID Directed Energy Weapon System Platform, which is being displayed at SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition.
Importance 40 Sentiment 50
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United States
The United States is participating in the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition with companies and representatives.
Importance 20 Sentiment 10
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Canada
Canada is participating in the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition with companies and representatives.
Importance 20 Sentiment 10
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Turkey — Anadolu Agency
Turkey — Anadolu Agency is the global communication partner for the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition.
Importance 10 Sentiment 20
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