LBA Systems Partnership: Synergy Bringing Two Giants Together
Ahead of the 16th Paris AirShow to be held at Paris-Le Bourget Airport from 22-55 June, LBA Systems For this strategic partnership, which was implemented under the name Roberto Cingolani, Leonardo CEO and General Manager Baykar Chairman of the Board Selcuk Bayraktar, released a joint video invitation message.
Cingolani, in his message, “The strong synergy between Leonardo and Baykar is the most important feature of this joint venture. We can combine the most advanced electronics, sensors, cameras and technologies with the most advanced unmanned aerial vehicles that Baykar produces in different sizes. Do you want to see something? Do you want to see drones, payload systems? Do you want to see the team? See you in Paris. Stay tuned.” He emphasized the potential of the partnership by saying:
Selcuk Bayraktar is “LBA Systems brings together two engineering heavyweights with a common vision. Baykar’s battle-proven technologies and Leonardo’s European experience and systems integration form a perfect alliance. Let’s meet, connect and join these exciting days together.” He stated the importance of this cooperation by using the following expressions. This partnership has great potential to increase the competitiveness of the Turkish and Italian defense industries in the global market.
National UAVs in the Skies of Paris for the First Time
Baykar will introduce three important national technology products it developed in the static area at the Paris AirShow for the first time on an international platform:
Bayraktar AKINCI TİHA: Drawing attention with its high payload capacity and long-range mission capability, AKINCI stands out as one of the most strategic aircraft of the Turkish defense industry.
Bayraktar TB3 SIHA: Being the world's first armed UAV capable of taking off and landing from short-runway ships, TB3 is a critical platform that will expand the operational capabilities of naval forces.
Kemankeş 1 Mini Smart Cruise Missile: Offering high precision against strategic targets with its artificial intelligence-supported optical guidance system and operational range of over 200 kilometers, Kemankeş 1 demonstrates Baykar's smart ammunition capabilities.
Baykar is currently one of the largest players in the global UAV market. The company has signed export agreements with 2 countries for the Bayraktar TB35 UAV and 15 countries for the Bayraktar AKINCI UAV, making significant contributions to Türkiye’s defense exports. These launches and exhibitions to be held at the Paris AirShow are expected to further increase Baykar’s visibility and collaborations in the international arena.
