ASELSAN marked a strong presence at the Defence Services
Asia (DSA) 2026 Exhibition with a broad range of products and by signing a strategic
agreement, reinforcing local partnerships, long-term presence, and its strategic role in
Malaysia and the broader Southeast Asian defense ecosystem.
ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense company, signed a Teaming Agreement with BOUSTEAD,
a leading Malaysian defense and industrial conglomerate at DSA 2026, covering the Satellite
Communication Solutions, establishing a formal framework for the joint pursuit of this
strategic program. The Teaming Agreement reflects a joint intent to explore the development
of SATCOM capabilities across ground and space segments, including Malaysia’s potential GEO
satellite. The partnership also supports localization through joint development, as well as
targeted technical workshops and training for key stakeholders, including the Malaysian
Armed Forces.
Southeast Asia remains a core strategic region for ASELSAN, where ongoing defense
modernization efforts and integrated architectures align closely with the company’s systemof-systems expertise, long-term cooperation approach, and partnership-ready solutions.
Building on its strategic vision in the region, ASELSAN is showcasing at DSA 2026 a broad,
integrated portfolio reflecting its end-to-end capabilities across air defense, naval systems,
avionics and UAV payloads, guided munitions, land systems, security, and communications.
Key highlights include Steel Dome multi-layered air defense concept; air defense and land
vehicle payloads including KORKUT Anti-Drone System and EJDERHA Electromagnetic C-UAV
System; avionics systems and UAV payloads such as ASELFLIR 500 Electro-Optical
Reconnaissance, Surveillance and Targeting System, TOLUN Guided Munition, ANTIDOT
Electronic Warfare Pod, and KARAT Infrared Search and Track System; as well as
communication systems including Satellite Communication Solutions and Tactical Data Link
Solutions.
“New partnerships we have established at DSA 2026 stand as a strong reflection of the
confidence in ASELSAN’s advanced technologies and reflect our mutual dedication to
enhancing Malaysia’s defense capabilities,” said Ahmet Akyol, President & CEO of ASELSAN.
“DSA serves as a distinguished platform not only to formalize strategic partnerships, but also
to showcase how our comprehensive, integrated multi-domain solutions effectively respond to
the evolving security needs of the region.”
About Aselsan:
Founded in 1975, ASELSAN is Türkiye’s leading defense company, combining five decades of
engineering excellence with a growing global presence. The company delivers innovative
products, services, and integrated system solutions for critical military and industrial missions,
with core competencies in radar, electronic warfare, guidance, electro-optics, and information
and communication technologies. Beyond defense, ASELSAN also provides high-value solutions
in civilian fields such as transportation, security, automation, and healthcare. Powered by more
than 14,000 highly skilled professionals, ASELSAN exports its products and systems to more
than 90 countries and maintains a direct presence in 25 countries, operating as a trusted global
solution provider.
