Turkey’s Defense Industry Exports Reach $3.6 Billion in First Half of 2025 — Momentum Continues with $623 Million in June Alone

TASCA
Sep 8
2 min read

In a remarkable demonstration of growth and global competitiveness, Turkey's defense and aerospace industry exported a total of USD 3.603 billion in the first six months of 2025 — a 25% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

According to data from the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM), June 2025 alone accounted for USD 623 million in exports, marking a 10.4% year-on-year increase. These figures not only reflect Turkey’s expanding defense production capabilities but also underline the sector’s growing influence in international markets.

📈 Strategic Growth Across Consecutive Months

The monthly performance in 2025 has been consistently strong:

January: $383.1 million (16% increase YoY)
February: $434 million (44% increase YoY)
March: $884.2 million
April: $539 million (54% increase YoY, new monthly record)
May: [Data not included in source]
June: $623 million (10.4% increase YoY)

These figures clearly showcase a steady upward trend and Turkey’s ability to diversify its export destinations while scaling production.

Statement from the Presidency of Defense Industries

Haluk Görgün, President of the Defense Industry Agency (SSB), stated via his social media account that:

"These numbers are not just dry statistics; they are the visible results of a visionary architecture of development. Our defense industry continues to rise as a symbol of technological independence and international trust."

He also emphasized that total defense exports in the last 12 months reached USD 7.454 billion, a 23.1% increasecompared to the previous 12-month period.

Driving Innovation and Export-Oriented Growth

The strong performance of the defense sector is driven by a combination of factors, including:

Long-term state-supported R&D investments
Collaboration between public and private defense contractors
Strong demand from strategic markets in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa
Competitive pricing and adaptable technology platforms

From advanced drones to naval systems, Turkish defense exports are not only increasing in volume but also expanding in technological complexity and added value.