Turkish defence manufacturer MKE launches Egyptian subsidiary to drive joint production
MKE has created a wholly owned Cairo subsidiary called Zafer to manage commercial activities and joint defence production with Egypt.
Turkish state-run defence supplier Machinery and Chemical Industry (MKE) disclosed the establishment of a fully owned Egyptian subsidiary named Zafer in Cairo, operating under local legislation. Speaking at the El Alamein International Airshow, General Manager Ilhami Keleş explained that the venture is intended to deepen joint production with Egypt, citing a new memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Military Production for collaborative manufacturing of energetic materials, explosives and various ammunition.
MKE also confirmed the sale of its TOLGA counter-drone system to Egypt, describing the initial transaction as a symbolic entry point for broader regional marketing. Zafer will serve as a platform for partnerships with Egyptian firms and support MKE’s expansion into African and Gulf markets. Keleş added that the firm is pursuing joint-venture projects in Canada, the United States and tender participation in Malaysia and Indonesia, emphasizing technology transfer over pure exports. The subsidiary mirrors MKE’s earlier presence in Azerbaijan and reflects a strategy to leverage growing demand for localized defence production.
