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The Star
26-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Three LMS taking shapeConstruction in Turkiye proceeding according to schedule
On track: Mohamed Khaled (centre) on a site visit to the shipyard where the second batch of LMS is being built in Istanbul, Turkiye. — Bernama ISTANBUL: The construction of the second batch of three Littoral Mission Ships (LMS) by Turkish defence firm Savunma Teknolojileri Muhendislik (STM) at the Istanbul Shipyard is proceeding according to schedule. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin said the first LMS is expected to be launched next April, followed by the second in June 2026 and the third in August 2026. 'The construction of the second batch of LMS marks the first procurement following the signing of the government-to-government memorandum of understanding for defence acquisitions in June last year. 'The progress of the construction is important because it serves as the benchmark for the new procurement approach by the government,' he told reporters after surveying the ships' construction at the shipyard here on Thursday, Bernama reported. He was accompanied by Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) chief Admiral Tan Sri Zulhelmy Ithnain and a delegation from the ministry. He said that after the vessels are launched into the water, they will enter a critical phase involving integrating various systems to be used on board, before Malaysia takes full delivery of the three ships by the end of 2027. He added that the procurement of the three LMS will be followed by an industrial collaboration programme, which has the potential to impact the local defence industry, including through technology transfer that will be finalised by the end of the year. He also said Turkiye underwent a process of technology transfer from other countries before successfully developing its defence industry. 'Malaysia has the same aspiration. Hopefully, the good bilateral relations and strategic collaboration between both countries can help propel the local defence industry and strengthen national sovereignty,' he said. The second batch of LMS for TLDM is based on the Ada-class corvette design developed by STM, which is equipped for multiple roles. Each of the ships will also be armed with Atmaca surface-to-surface missiles and air defence systems. Earlier, Mohamed Khaled attended the International Defence Industry Fair 2025, which is one of the world's prestigious defence exhibitions, organised by Turkiye's National Defence Ministry at the Istanbul Expo Centre.
Bahrain News Gazette
14-03-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Trkiye's Anti-Ship Missile Atmaca Successfully Hits Underwater Target
Ankara: Trkiye's domestically designed and produced anti-ship cruise missile Atmaca has completed its first underwater firing test, Haluk Gorgun, Turkish Defense Industries Secretary, announced. According to Bahrain News Agency, Atmaca was designed between 2009 and 2018 by Turkish defense firm Roketsan and entered the Turkish army's inventory in 2021. The missile was developed as a high-precision anti-ship weapon to meet the operational requirements of surface warfare. It can be deployed on fast patrol boats, frigates, and corvettes.
Saba Yemen
13-03-2025
- Business
- Saba Yemen
Turkish Defense Ministry Announces Successful Launch of Anti-Ship Missile from Submarine
Ankara - Saba: The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced on Wednesday the successful launch of the domestically produced "Atmaca" anti-ship missile from a submarine, an achievement that enhances the country's naval capabilities. The ministry posted clips of the launch of the missile on its X platform account, which was developed by the Turkish company Roketsan with local expertise. Haluk Görgün, head of the Turkish Defense Industries Presidency, explained that the "Atmaca" missile will now be able to hit its targets from underwater, placing Turkey among the few countries with the capability to launch guided missiles from submarines. The "Atmaca" is considered Turkey's first naval cruise missile, with a range exceeding 220 km. With this missile entering service with the Turkish military, the army will stop using the American "Harpoon" missiles.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Turkish submarine test-fires ‘Atmaca' anti-ship missile
ISTANBUL — The Turkish Navy has conducted a successful firing test of the submarine-launched variant of the Atmaca anti-ship missile, according to Haluk Görgün, head of the Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB). The test took place on March 12, 2025, from the submarine TCG Preveze off the coast of Mersin in the Mediterranean Sea, as detailed in a press briefing by the Turkish Ministry of Defense. The missile was encased in a watertight capsule equipped with a propeller, designed to fit the submarine's 533 mm torpedo tube. After launch, the capsule propelled itself away from the submarine before the missile ignited and exited the capsule. Footage shared on social media indicated that the missile was not carrying a live warhead, as there was no impact observed. A critical aspect of the test was the submarine's ability to launch the canister from its torpedo tubes. Developed and produced by Roketsan, the Atmaca missile serves as the primary offensive weapon of the Turkish Navy, gradually replacing the Boeing RGM-84 Harpoon anti-ship missile. It is currently deployed on Ada-class corvettes and frigates undergoing the Barbaros mid-life upgrade. International interest in the Atmaca missile has grown, with Indonesia and Malaysia among its export customers. In November 2022, Indonesia signed a contract to procure 45 Atmaca missiles, marking its commitment to enhancing naval capabilities. Malaysia has also opted for the Atmaca missile system, planning to integrate it into its three Littoral Mission Ship (LMS) Batch 2 vessels, which are based on the Turkish Ada-class corvette design.
