Modernisation News

Modernised Leopard 2A4 MBT Turret for Chile Spotted
Land Modernisation

Modernised Leopard 2A4 MBT Turret for Chile Spotted

A video of TRT World showing ASELSAN’s export products included a modernised turret for Chile’s Leopard 2A4 MBTs, which ASELSAN will modernise.

Portugal Receives the first upgraded C-130H Hercules
Air Modernisation

Portugal Receives the first upgraded C-130H Hercules

The Portuguese Air Force has announced receiving the first of four upgraded C-130H Hercules transport aircraft.

The UAE Modernises HARM Systems
Weapon / Missile Modernisation

The UAE Modernises HARM Systems

The U.S. has approved a potential sale of HARM Control Section Modification Upgrade and related equipment to UAE for an estimated cost of $144 million.

Naval Group Involves in Formidable-class MLU
Navy / Maritime Modernisation

Naval Group Involves in Formidable-class MLU

Naval Group signed a contract with ST Engineering Marine Ltd. for the mid-life upgrade of Formidable-class frigates.

ASELSAN to Modernise Chilean Leopard 2 MBTs
Land Modernisation Expo and Air Show

ASELSAN to Modernise Chilean Leopard 2 MBTs

ASELSAN has been awarded a contract to modernise the engagement and sensor capabilities of Chilean Leopard 2 MBTs.

Turkiye's F-16 Viper Modernisation to be Divided by Two
Air Modernisation

Turkiye's F-16 Viper Modernisation to be Divided by Two

Turkiye’s F-16 Modernisation programme with the US is currently under discussion. Two institutions will share the workload to upgrade 79 jets to Block 70 level.

USMC Upgrades H-1 Helicopters for Future Equipment
Air Modernisation

USMC Upgrades H-1 Helicopters for Future Equipment

Bell has announced the arrival of an AH-1Z Viper helicopter to its facilities for an upgrade involving structural and power generation enhancements.

Turkish Army Receives Anti-Tank Missiles and Modernised ACVs
Land Weapon / Missile Modernisation

Turkish Army Receives Anti-Tank Missiles and Modernised ACVs

Turkish Defence Ministry announced that the Army had received anti-tank missiles and Armoured Combat Vehicles (ACV) equipped with Aselsan's NEFER turrets.

TEI Upgrades Oman’s F110-GE-129 Engine
Modernisation Engine and Transmission Expo and Air Show

TEI Upgrades Oman’s F110-GE-129 Engine

TEI upgraded Oman Air Force’s F110-GE-129 engines to F110-GE-129D in accordance with the agreement signed with GE Aerospace.

ROKETSAN’s MZK Turret Conducts Firing Tests
Land Modernisation

ROKETSAN’s MZK Turret Conducts Firing Tests

ROKETSAN announced the test results of a Modular Armoured Turret (MZK) fitted on an M60A3 main battle.

Modernised VAB-Q 6x6 AFV Displayed at DIMDEX 2024
Modernisation Expo and Air Show

Modernised VAB-Q 6x6 AFV Displayed at DIMDEX 2024

Qatar’s VAB-Q 6x6 armoured vehicle, modernised by ASELSAN and Qatari Barzan Holdings, is displayed at the DIMDEX 2024 exhibition.

ASELSAN Delivers MURAD Radar for AKINCI UCAV and F-16
Air Sensors Modernisation

ASELSAN Delivers MURAD Radar for AKINCI UCAV and F-16

Two MURAD AESA radars have been delivered for the F-16 fighter jet and AKINCI UCAV.

U.S. Opens a New Page on Defence Industry with Turkiye
Air Investment Ammunition Modernisation

U.S. Opens a New Page on Defence Industry with Turkiye

After the Turkish veto on Sweden’s NATO membership was lifted, U.S. officials showed interest in deepening U.S.-Turkiye defence industry relations.

Desan Upgrades Slovenian Patrol Vessel
Modernisation Navy / Maritime

Desan Upgrades Slovenian Patrol Vessel

Slovenia awarded a 13.1-million-euro contract to the cooperation of the Desan for the upgrade of the patrol boat Triglav along with ASELSAN.