The Relationship Between ASELSAN and ROKETSAN
The relationship between ASELSAN and ROKETSAN is one of the most important partnerships in Turkey’s defence industry. The two are not rivals but complementary stakeholders: both have the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation (TSKGV) as their main shareholder. Below we look at the logic and division of labour.
Shared shareholder, different expertise
Both ASELSAN and ROKETSAN have TSKGV as their main shareholder — they sit under the same foundation. But their expertise differs: ASELSAN focuses on defence electronics (radar, electronic warfare, electro-optics, command and control), while ROKETSAN specialises in missile, rocket and munition technologies.
Division of labour in air defence
This complementarity is clearest in air-defence systems. In systems such as HİSAR and SİPER, for example, ASELSAN provides the radar, seeker and command-and-control electronics, while ROKETSAN provides the missile body, motor and warhead. The two work like different sections of an orchestra to produce a single weapon system.
| Topic | ASELSAN | ROKETSAN |
|---|---|---|
| Main shareholder | TSKGV | TSKGV |
| Expertise | Defence electronics | Missiles, rockets, munitions |
| Air-defence role | Radar, seeker, C2 | Missile body, motor, warhead |
| Relationship | Complementary partner | Complementary partner |
Frequently asked questions
Are ASELSAN and ROKETSAN the same company?
No. They are separate companies; but both have TSKGV as their main shareholder and work in complementary areas.
What is the difference between ASELSAN and ROKETSAN?
ASELSAN focuses on defence electronics (radar, electronic warfare, electro-optics), while ROKETSAN focuses on missiles, rockets and munitions.
Do ASELSAN and ROKETSAN work together?
Yes. Especially in air-defence systems, ASELSAN provides the electronics and ROKETSAN the missile, together producing a single system.
Who is the shared owner of ASELSAN and ROKETSAN?
Both have the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation (TSKGV) as their main shareholder.
Sources
- ASELSAN, ROKETSAN, HAVELSAN and SSB corporate information; public defence-industry sources (2026).
- Images: Wikimedia Commons (attributions under each image).
Related: What is ASELSAN?
