Progress in the Çelik Kubbe Project and Indigenous Radar Systems in Turkey

The Minister of Industry and Technology, Mehmet Fatih Kacır, provided an update on the vital Çelik Kubbe Project, underscoring Turkey’s advancements in developing indigenous radar systems as part of its air defense capabilities. He emphasized these systems’ role in safeguarding national sovereignty against aerial threats.

The Çelik Kubbe Project aims to enhance Turkey’s air defense architecture, particularly focusing on long-range aerial threat protection. At the heart of the project are domestically produced radars which perform early warning, detection, and tracking duties, contributing to a fully integrated air defense network.

Minister Kacır highlighted that the development of indigenous radar technologies marks a significant step toward achieving greater self-reliance in Turkey’s defense sector. He also noted that these systems are developed in compliance with NATO standards and ongoing international collaborations continue to strengthen this domain.

Featuring contributions from defense industry leaders such as ASELSAN, the Çelik Kubbe radars improve detection and countermeasure capabilities against modern threats. Turkey remains committed to reinforcing regional security balances through such indigenous defense projects.