The defence industry operates within one of the most complex regulatory environments in global commerce. Companies active in this sector must navigate government procurement frameworks, export control regimes, technology protection requirements and highly sensitive industrial supply chains.

Türkiye has developed a rapidly expanding defence industry over the past two decades, supported by advanced manufacturing capabilities, technology development and increasing international cooperation in defence and aerospace projects.

OA advises companies involved in defence-related manufacturing, technology development and industrial partnerships on the legal and regulatory issues arising in this highly specialized environment. Our work frequently involves matters related to public procurement processes, regulatory compliance, corporate structuring and cross-border industrial cooperation.

Technology development and intellectual property protection play a central role in the defence sector. Defence projects frequently involve complex arrangements relating to research and development, technology transfer, licensing, joint development agreements and the protection of proprietary technologies. Our integrated Technology and Intellectual Property practices enable us to assist clients in structuring these arrangements while safeguarding strategic technological assets.

The sector is also characterized by a dynamic investment environment where mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships and industrial cooperation frequently shape the industry landscape. In addition to traditional industrial investors, transactions in the defence sector may involve private equity and venture capital funds, strategic industrial partners and, in certain circumstances, government participation.

In such transactions, understanding the identity, regulatory position and strategic considerations of counterparties becomes particularly important. Our experience in complex regulatory environments and our ability to engage effectively with public authorities provide an additional advantage when structuring transactions and partnerships in sectors where state involvement may play a decisive role.

By integrating expertise across corporate law, banking and finance, regulatory compliance, technology, intellectual property and dispute resolution, we support clients in structuring and managing defence sector investments, technology partnerships and strategic industrial projects.