A new phase in the defense partnership between ASELSAN and Azerbaijan has been marked by agreements signed at the Azerbaijan International Defence Exhibition (ADEX 2026).
A term sheet agreement between ASELSAN, ASELSAN BAKÜ LLC, and NOVASIS LLC outlines an intention to establish a strategic production facility in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan. The initiative aims to expand Azerbaijan’s domestic defense manufacturing capabilities, advance technology transfer, and strengthen the country’s defense industrial infrastructure.
The planned facility is expected to facilitate the transfer of advanced manufacturing technologies for ASELSAN’s Laser Guidance Kits (LGK), TOLUN precision-guided munitions, and KORKUT air defense systems. The potential collaboration also aims to foster a highly skilled workforce and support the integration of domestically produced munitions into current and future Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV), fighter jet, and trainer aircraft platforms in the Azerbaijani inventory.
ASELSAN also signed a framework agreement with the Ministry of Defense of Azerbaijan concerning an intention to procure ALP 100 Multifunction AESA Air Surveillance Radar systems to meet Azerbaijani Air Force requirements.
ASELSAN President & CEO Ahmet Akyol stated, “Our long-lasting partnership with Azerbaijan is steadily evolving to new horizons. By declaring our will to extend production capabilities for our systems like LGK, KORKUT and TOLUN to Nakhchivan, we aim to support our allies in building a resilient, localized defense infrastructure. Furthermore, the framework agreement for the ALP 100 Multifunction AESA Air Surveillance Radar represents another important step in our cooperation. Our contribution to providing critical technologies, including advanced radar systems, will further strengthen our ties and support Azerbaijan in enhancing its defense capabilities. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to regional stability and helps ensure that our cutting-edge technologies are closely tuned to the operational needs of the Azerbaijani armed forces.”
Alongside these announcements, ASELSAN is also showcasing a broad portfolio of technologies spanning counter-drone systems, air defense, airborne solutions, electronic warfare, radar, and secure communications at ADEX 2026. The portfolio includes the KORKUT 100/25 air defense system, ASELFLIR 600 electro-optical system, TOLUN precision-guided munition, KORAL electronic warfare system, and MURAD and FULMAR radar family, alongside advanced communication and guidance technologies.
