Turkish defense firms expand European partnerships
urkish defense firms have signed new agreements with European partners at the Eurosatory 2026 defense exhibition in Paris, as Türkiye’s defense industry seeks a wider role in the European market.
Armored vehicle maker FNSS signed a framework agreement with CSG Group to establish a joint venture focused on European armored vehicle programs.
The partnership is expected to begin with the CFL-120 KARPAT tank, which was unveiled in Slovakia in May.
The KARPAT is based on FNSS’ KAPLAN MT platform, previously produced and delivered to the Indonesian army, and integrates a 120 mm turret by Italy’s Leonardo.
