TİTRA

What TİTRA does

TİTRA Teknoloji is a Turkish defense technology company that designs, manufactures, and integrates unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for primarily military and government customers. Founded in 2019 and majority-owned by Pasifik Teknoloji A.Ş. since February 2024, the company is headquartered at the Ankara Aviation and Space Organized Industrial Zone (HAB) with ~250 employees (75% engineers) and operates a 6,500 sqm production facility with an additional 35,000 sqm of allocated land for 2026 expansion. The product portfolio spans rotary-wing UAVs (ALPİN 2 unmanned logistics helicopter with 200kg payload and 9+ hour endurance, DUMRUL armed mini-helicopter), fixed-wing loitering munitions (DELİ 2 EO/IG, DELİ-S swarm kamikaze systems), FPV kamikaze drones (MERKÜT), and VTOL platforms (PARS), supported by the KORGAN autonomous drone box and a software layer (İHATTYS national UAV traffic management system, TFYS fleet management, Mobilite mobility solution). The company's technical differentiation rests on a vertically integrated, in-house developed stack — proprietary autopilot and avionics, GNSS anti-jam CRPA, SATCOM, the SEYYAH AI-based visual navigation system for GPS-denied environments, and swarm coordination logic — with approximately 80-85% domestic content on the ALPİN-2 platform.

The business model is a direct business-to-government (B2G) sales motion operating exclusively through formal procurement contracts with the Turkish Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSB) and the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK), supplemented by contracts with the Forestry Directorate, the Civil Aviation General Directorate (SHGM), and the Military Factories General Directorate (AFGM). Revenue is hardware-dominant, with multi-year framework agreements (notably a 40-unit ALPİN-2 order); secondary revenue streams include avionics/subsystem sales, UH-1/AB206 unmanned conversion kits (36-month programme), and civilian UAV traffic management software. International expansion is pursued through wholly-owned subsidiaries in Romania (Titra Europe, gateway to Central and Southern Europe targeting Hungary and Italy), Dubai (regional hub), and the United States (civilian and defense), with management's stated objective of generating half of revenue from exports.

Name

TİTRA

Legal name

TİTRA Teknoloji Anonim Şirketi

Website

https://titra.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

TİTRA Teknoloji is a Turkish defense technology company that designs and manufactures unmanned aerial systems — including rotary-wing logistics helicopters, armed mini-helicopters, loitering munitions, and FPV drones — primarily for the Turkish Armed Forces and allied government agencies, supported by proprietary avionics, AI-based visual navigation, and fleet management software.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Unmanned Aerial Systems

NAICS

Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336419)

SIC

Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft (3721)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) & Autonomous Aerial Platforms (IMABAMAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fixed-Wing Unmanned Aircraft (UAV) (IMABAIAB), VTOL & Hybrid UAV Platforms (IMABAIAC), Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) & Multirotor Drones (IMABAIAA), Autonomous Flight Control & Guidance Systems (UAS/Urban Air Mobility) (IMABAFAO), UAS Communications, Datalinks, SATCOM & Remote Control Systems (IMABAIAJ), UAS Payloads (EO/IR, LiDAR, SAR, SIGINT) & Gimbals (IMABAIAI)

Keywords

• Unmanned aerial systems
• Defense UAV manufacturing
• Loitering munitions
• Autonomous flight technology
• Tactical reconnaissance drones

Headquarters

HQ city

Çankaya

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Defense Hardware Sales: Sale of unmanned aerial systems platforms including ALPİN-2, DUMRUL, MERKÜT, DELİ, and PARS to military and government customers through formal procurement contracts with TSK, SSB, and the Defence Industry Agency. Hardware is sold as complete platforms with associated mission payloads.
2. Avionics and Subsystem Sales: Sale of proprietary avionics systems, autopilot software, and visual navigation systems developed in-house. TİTRA aims to make avionics and software generic and provide subsystem support to friendly nations that want to produce their own UAVs.
3. Helicopter Conversion/UAV Unmanned Conversion Kits: Conversion of existing manned helicopters (UH-1, AB206) to unmanned systems. Provides unmanned conversion kits targeting the large global fleet of these platforms for operational relevance and export opportunities.
4. Unmanned Logistics Software and Services: Software solutions including UAV Tracking System (İHATTYS), Fleet Management System (TFYS), and Mobility solutions for end-to-end unmanned logistics. Intended for both domestic (SHGM) and international export.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

TİTRA designs, develops, and manufactures unmanned aerial systems (UAVs) for defense and security applications, including rotary-wing helicopters (ALPİN 2, DUMRUL), fixed-wing loitering munitions (DELİ 2 EO, DELİ S, DELİ 2 IG), FPV kamikaze drones (MERKÜT), and VTOL platforms (PARS). The company also produces supporting software such as the SEYYAH visual navigation system, İHATTYS UAV tracking system, TFYS fleet management platform, Mobilite, and the jointly developed KORGAN autonomous drone-in-a-box, offering turnkey airframe-plus-software mission solutions.

Product overview

TİTRA Teknoloji is a Turkish defense technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of unmanned aerial systems and supporting software. The core product line includes rotary-wing UAVs (ALPİN 2 unmanned helicopter with 200kg payload for logistics/cargo missions, DUMRUL mini helicopter for armed reconnaissance), fixed-wing loitering munitions (DELİ2 EO/IG and DELİ S kamikaze systems with swarm capability), FPV drones (MERKÜT), and VTOL platforms (PARS). These hardware platforms are supported by proprietary software including İHA Takip Sistemi for UAV tracking/traffic management, TİTRA Filo Yönetim Sistemi (TFYS) for fleet management, and SEYYAH visual navigation for GPS-denied operations. The ecosystem also includes KORGAN autonomous drone box and Mobilite solutions for end-to-end unmanned logistics operations. The company operates as a subsidiary of Pasifik Teknoloji following majority stake acquisition in 2024.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ALPİN: Unmanned helicopter system with 200kg payload capacity, 9+ hour endurance, military and civilian logistics applications
• DUMRUL
• DELİ
• MERKÜT
• PARS
• KORGAN
• SEYYAH

Products and services

• ALPİN 2 Tactical unmanned rotary-wing helicopter UAV designed for defense applications, serving military reconnaissance and operational missions.
• DUMRUL Mini unmanned helicopter UAV for tactical defense use, offering portable rotary-wing reconnaissance capability.
• DELİ 2 EO Electro-optical variant of the DELİ fixed-wing tactical kamikaze/loitering munition system for defense forces.
• DELİ S Swarm-capable tactical kamikaze/loitering munition fixed-wing UAV for coordinated defense missions.
• DELİ 2 IG Catapult-launched fixed-wing tactical kamikaze/loitering munition for defense applications requiring runway-free deployment.
• MERKÜT FPV kamikaze drone for tactical defense operations, providing low-cost precision strike capability.
• PARS Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) UAV platform for defense and security applications requiring runway-independent operation.
• KORGAN Autonomous drone-in-a-box system jointly developed with SAVX, providing unmanned persistent operations for defense and security customers.
• SEYYAH Visual navigation system providing AI-driven positioning and guidance integrated into TİTRA's UAV platforms.
• İHATTYS (İHA Takip Sistemi) UAV Tracking System software for monitoring and identifying unmanned aerial vehicles, supplied to civil aviation authority (SHGM) and other customers.
• TFYS Fleet management software for operating and coordinating UAV fleets across missions.
• Mobilite Mobility-focused software supporting TİTRA's defense operations and ground/mission control activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• ALPİN-2: 200kg payload, 9+ hours endurance, 200km control radius, 21,000ft service ceiling
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability9 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• RoketsancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Roketsan's METE laser-guided mini-rocket (approximately 2km effective range) has been integrated into the DUMRUL mini unmanned helicopter. Two METE rounds can be carried on the DUMRUL platform, enabling precision strike capabilities from the helicopter. METE rounds can stay airborne for approximately 30 minutes on the platform.
• RepkoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Repkon's 40mm revolver grenade launcher (RDS40-MGL) integrated into the DUMRUL platform, enabling area suppression missions with 1,000m range and 10m effect area.
• SAVXcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025SAVX is a TİTRA Teknoloji subsidiary developing innovative solutions in defense technologies. MERKÜT FPV drone and KORGAN system were developed through joint R&D with SAVX. SAVX handles detailed technical information and product features for MERKÜT.
• Civil Aviation General Directorate (SHGM)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025TİTRA and SHGM jointly developing the İHA Takip Sistemi (UAV Tracking System) for nationwide drone traffic management and control. SHGM proposed the collaboration when TİTRA expressed interest in civilian cargo operations.
• Military Factories General Directorate (AFGM)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2024Cooperation with AFGM on UH-1 helicopter unmanned conversion programme. AFGM responsible for UH-1 maintenance and spare part production. Contract signed June 2024.
• 5th Main Maintenance CentrecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 20245th Main Maintenance Centre is responsible for UH-1 maintenance and spare part production, partnering with TİTRA on the unmanned conversion programme.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Direct peers

• Baykar: Turkey's leading UAS manufacturer (Bayraktar TB2, AKINCI, KIZILELMA). Directly comparable as a Turkish defense prime producing fixed-wing military UAS with strong TSK relationships and rapidly growing export business; TİTRA competes for the same procurement and talent pool.
• AeroVironment: US-based small UAS and loitering munition manufacturer (Switchblade, Puma, Raven). Closely comparable product portfolio in tactical loitering munitions and small UAS, and a benchmark for subsystem/soldier-portable UAS business models that TİTRA's MERKÜT and DELİ lines are pursuing.
• Kratos Defense & Security Solutions: US defense company producing target drones, loitering munitions, and tactical UAS. Closely comparable in low-cost attritable UAS and swarm/target drone systems; relevant comp for TİTRA's DELİ kamikaze and swarm UAS business model.

Broad incumbents

• Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ/TAI): State-owned Turkish aerospace prime producing ANKA, Aksungur, and other UAS platforms. Broader portfolio spanning manned and unmanned aircraft, satellites, and helicopters; competes with TİTRA for Turkish defense procurement but operates at much larger scale with established export channels.
• Aselsan: Turkey's largest defense electronics company producing avionics, communication systems, and integrated UAS payloads. Comparable to TİTRA's in-house avionics and SATCOM/CRPA capabilities; a potential competitor for subsystem sales but also a likely supplier/partner in larger Turkish defense programs.
• Elbit Systems: Israeli defense electronics and UAS company producing Hermes, THOR, and other tactical UAS with global export reach. Comparable in rotary-wing and tactical UAS offerings, avionics, and export-focused business model targeting NATO and allied markets that TİTRA also targets.
• IAI (Israel Aerospace Industries): Large Israeli aerospace prime producing Rotem, Mini Harpy, and other loitering munitions/UAS with global export presence. Comparable in rotary-wing tactical UAS and loitering munition product lines; serves as a benchmark for export scale and product breadth that TİTRA aspires to with its multi-platform portfolio.

Regional players

• STM (Savunma Teknolojileri Mühendislik): Turkish defense engineering firm producing Kargu loitering munitions and tactical UAS. Direct overlap with TİTRA's DELİ and tactical UAS lines; operates primarily in the same Turkish defense ecosystem and competes for similar SSB-funded programs.

Emerging players

• Anduril Industries: US defense tech company building autonomous UAS, loitering munitions (Roadrunner, Bolt), and AI-enabled mission software. Comparable as an autonomy- and software-led defense UAS player challenging traditional primes; both companies compete in the same emerging category of software-defined autonomous systems.

Others

• Roketsan: Turkish missile and rocket manufacturer (METE, MAM-L, MAM-C) and TİTRA's strategic partner. While primarily a weapons supplier rather than a direct UAS competitor, Roketsan shapes the integration ecosystem TİTRA's DUMRUL depends on, making it a critical enabler and adjacent peer in the Turkish defense value chain.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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