Turkey’s leading defense industry company, ASELSAN, will participate in the LAAD 2025 Defense and Security Exhibition, which will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from April 1-4, 2025. At the exhibition, the company will showcase its advanced guidance systems, public safety, surveillance, and communication solutions, demonstrating its strong commitment to meeting Latin America’s security needs.
ASELSAN aims to develop new collaborations and expand its regional partnerships to address the region’s defense and security demands. By leveraging Brazil’s well-established industry, the company plans to offer state-of-the-art precision guidance systems, innovative public safety solutions, and cost-effective modernization programs.
What Products Will ASELSAN Showcase at LAAD 2025?
At Booth G50, ASELSAN will present its latest solutions in defense and public safety:
Airborne Munitions Systems
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SADAK 2T: Smart dual-carriage rack
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TOLUN: GPS/INS guided munition
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GÖZDE 82: Laser precision guidance kit
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LGK 82: Laser guidance kit
Public Safety and Surveillance Solutions
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ASTELA 3710: Mission-critical handheld radios
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MIDAS: Attack detection system
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ODAKAN “CityGuard”: Advanced surveillance product family
ASELSAN’s Expanding Influence in Latin America
ASELSAN continues its modernization efforts for defense projects in Latin America. The company has demonstrated its expertise through the modernization of Leopard 2A4 tanks for the Chilean Army and its contributions to border security projects in multiple countries across the region.
With its newly opened office in Santiago, ASELSAN is strengthening its regional presence. By offering innovative upgrade programs to extend the lifespan of land, air, and naval platforms, the company continues to pursue new opportunities in Latin America.
ASELSAN General Manager Ahmet Akyol: “We Will Establish Strong Partnerships in Latin America”
Regarding the company’s participation in LAAD 2025, ASELSAN General Manager Ahmet Akyol stated:
“As ASELSAN, we place great importance on the Brazilian and Latin American markets. In line with our global expansion strategy, we believe LAAD 2025 will be an ideal platform to strengthen our relationships with partners in the region. From modernization programs to precision-guided munitions and public safety solutions, we are confident that our battle-proven systems will effectively meet the defense and security needs of the region. We are committed to increasing industrial partnerships in the region and conducting technology transfer agreements and joint development projects.”