A significant cooperation protocol has been signed between the Internal Security Equipment Fair (IGEF) and Turkish Aeronautical Association (THK) & Orion Tekmer, aiming to strengthen sectoral collaboration ahead of IGEF’25, support entrepreneurs in the field of internal security, and foster multi-stakeholder partnership opportunities.
The signing ceremony took place on May 14, 2025, at the THK & Orion Tekmer Headquarters, with the participation of Mr. Kemal Yurtnaç, Chairman of the THK Board of Trustees and Governor, Dr. İbrahim Taşdemir, Vice President of THK, Prof. Dr. Rahmi Er, Rector of THK University, Mr. İzzet Tuna, General Manager of the Turkish Police Force Empowerment Foundation, Mr. Atilla Önal, Deputy General Manager of the Gendarmerie Public Order Foundation, Mr. Zeki Erdoğan, Chairman of the IGEF’25 Executive Board, Mr. Fırat Kara, Founder of THK & Orion Tekmer, Mr. İsa Uysal, General Manager of THK & Orion Tekmer, and many distinguished guests.
“We Are Building a Bridge That Carries Entrepreneurs to the Field”
In his opening remarks, Mr. İsa Uysal, General Manager of THK & Orion Tekmer, emphasized that the protocol aims to advance Türkiye’s internal security technologies ecosystem and entrepreneurial potential:
“IGEF’25 is not just a trade fair; it is an innovation hub where future-focused ideas meet actionable solutions. At THK & Orion Tekmer, we aim to bridge strategic sector entrepreneurs—particularly in defense and internal security—with the institutions in need, investors, and solution partners. Through this collaboration, we are building a platform where ideas are not only discussed but also implemented.”
“We Will Showcase Our Internal Security Strength on the International Stage”
Mr. Zeki Erdoğan, Chairman of the IGEF’25 Executive Board, highlighted Türkiye’s capabilities in internal security technologies and its international growth potential, while underscoring the importance of integrating tech hubs into sectoral transformation:
“Türkiye holds a strong position in internal security, both in terms of technical capabilities and organizational structure. However, to fully leverage this potential, it is essential to integrate technology centers and incubation structures into the sector. At IGEF, we believe this partnership with THK & Orion Tekmer will foster not only innovation but also sustainable security solutions. Our goal is to present Türkiye’s strengths in this field to international stakeholders and turn strategic collaborations into long-term alliances.”
We believe that this valuable partnership will generate long-term value across entrepreneurship, technology, and internal security sectors, while making a meaningful contribution to the IGEF’25 journey.
