Another important development that draws attention in the March 2025 activity report of the Turkish Naval Forces is the development of national resources TRAVELER cruise missile The report stated that an important test was successfully carried out within the scope of the procurement of the GEZGİN National Joint Cruise Missile, which will provide long-range and depth attack capability against critical land targets.
In this context, designed and produced by TÜBİTAK SAGE Subsea Test Infrastructure (DATA) at Aksaz Naval Base using GEZGİN Mass Equivalent Shots with Capsule It was successfully executed. The report also shared information that the adaptation studies of the GEZGİN missile with the National Vertical Launcher System (MIDLAS) are continuing at full speed.
DATA: National Solution for Submarine Ammunition Tests
One of Türkiye's leading military research and development organizations TÜBİTAK SAGE (Defense Industry Research and Development Institute), continues to play an important role in critical defense industry projects. The institute's latest contributions to the Turkish defense industry Subsea Test Infrastructure (DATA)It provided an important capability by allowing testing and simulation of ammunition to be used in submarines without the need for submarines.
Thanks to this test structure, which was built to meet different needs, the firing of guided missiles and torpedoes that will enter the inventory from submarines can be simulated and tested in a safe and controlled environment. The underwater test setup allows detailed testing and feasibility studies to be carried out before the integration of ammunition, especially the Sub-ATMACA guided anti-ship missile, into the submarine.
Underwater Test Infrastructure (DATA) is an underwater test rig that can be lowered to different depths. Shooting range up to 60 meters The numerous sensors on the test setup, which has a 21-inch standard submarine tube, provide a safe and controlled experimental environment. This infrastructure stands out as a strategic investment that strengthens Türkiye's independence in the field of submarine technologies.
GEZGİN Gains the Ability to Eject from Submarines
The successful mass equivalent firings of the GEZGİN cruise missile developed by TÜBİTAK SAGE, using the Submarine Test Infrastructure (DATA), constitute a critical step towards the ability of this important missile to be fired from submarines. The integration of GEZGİN, which will provide long-range and depth attack capabilities against critical land targets, into submarines will significantly increase the strategic deterrence of the Turkish Naval Forces.
The ongoing adaptation of GEZGİN with the National Vertical Launch System (MIDLAS) reflects a strategic approach to developing the missile’s ability to be fired from different platforms. With the ability to be fired from submarines, GEZGİN will provide the Turkish Navy with an effective strike force against enemy targets from underwater platforms, thus significantly increasing operational flexibility and deterrence capabilities.
