STM: Key Partner For Malaysia At DSA 2026
STM, a global leader in naval engineering, naval systems and autonomous aerial solutions will present its combat-proven technologies at Defence Services Asia and National Security Asia (DSA & NATSEC Asia) 2026, highlighting its deepening role as a trusted partner for Malaysia.
STM, a subsidiary of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkiye, Secretariat of Defence Industries (SSB), brings its experience gained through the company’s efforts to meet Turkiye’s needs, to friendly and allied nations through cooperation and technology transfer. Participating in DSA & NATSEC Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur from April 20–23, STM aims to reinforce its presence in Asia-Pacific by showcasing its naval dominance and field-proven unmanned solutions.
Strengthening Malaysia’s Maritime Defence
STM has solidified its position as one of the most critical partners for Malaysia through large-scale, high-tech projects tailored to the country’s security requirements. At DSA 2026, STM will showcase detailed models of the Royal Malaysian Navy’s (RMN) Littoral Mission Ship Batch 2 (LMSB2) project, where the construction of three corvettes is successfully progressing in Turkiye to enhance Malaysia’s naval capabilities. Building on this partnership, visitors will also have the opportunity to examine a model of the innovative Multi-Role Support Ship (MRSS) introduced in 2025 which has been specifically engineered by STM to meet the unique operational and multifaceted requirements of the RMN.
Beyond surface platforms, STM is displaying its world-class expertise in submarine modernization through its advanced underwater solutions. Following its landmark success in the modernisation of Pakistan’s French made Agosta 90B-class submarines and its ongoing leadership in the modernisation of ten Type-209 submarines for the Turkish Navy, STM will present the models of the STM500 shallow-water submarine and the STM NETA unmanned autonomous underwater vehicle, highlighting its strategic edge in maritime security to regional stakeholders. STM will also display models of the İ-Class Frigate (Turkiye’s first national frigate – TCG Istanbul) and the National Fast Attack Craft, alongside the Logistic Support Ship currently being built for the Portuguese Navy.
Leading Innovations in Unmanned Technologies
In the field of autonomous systems, STM continues to offer combat-proven solutions that are currently in active service across multiple international markets. At DSA 2026, the company is placing a particular emphasis on TOGAN, its autonomous surveillance system which is currently being actively used by three different countries for border and energy security. The unmanned technologies display will also feature the rotary-wing loitering munition KARGU, which has achieved global success across four continents, and the BOYGA ammunition-drop UAV, reflecting STM’s ability to provide integrated and reliable solutions for modern theater requirements.
Commenting on the upcoming DSA 2026 Exhibition, STM general manager Ozgur Guleryuz, stated, “We are proud to serve as a trusted partner in enhancing the defence capabilities of Malaysia, a friendly and allied nation. A cornerstone of this relationship is the LMS Batch-2 project, where the construction of three corvettes is progressing at full speed in Turkiye; we are on track to launch all three vessels within this year. At STM, we aim to expand this strategic partnership into new domains by leveraging our global expertise in both naval and aerial unmanned systems. Our strength lies in our flexible engineering approach, allowing us to deliver tailor-made, cost-effective solutions that meet specific operational needs at NATO standards. Through our commitment to fast delivery and open technology transfer (know-how), we empower our partners to achieve self-sufficiency. DSA 2026 provides a premier platform for us to engage with delegations across the Asia-Pacific, as we look to foster new collaborations and share our combat-proven engineering capabilities with the entire region.”
STM will be at DSA & NATSEC Asia 2026
Stand No: 2100-G (Hall 2)