Turkey-based Aydin Yazilim ve Elektronik San (Ayesas) and ViaSat have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for tactical data link (TDL) products and services.

As part of the MoU, both the companies will jointly explore in identifying TDL products and services opportunities in Turkey and overseas markets. Specifically, they will focus on manufacturing of components, software and hardware development and testing, and maintenance and repair services.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more

Related Company Profiles

View all
"Ayesas and ViaSat are building a strong synergy that will focus on providing TTDL products and services to joint and coalition forces."

Ayesas general manager Aziz Sipahi said: "With the signing of the MoU, Ayesas and ViaSat are building a strong synergy that will focus on providing TTDL products and services to joint and coalition forces.

"The MoU is the ideal approach to support armed forces communications requirements by utilising both companies’ well-known expertise and know-how."

ViaSat tactical data links general manager Dr Jay Kaufman said: "With TDL software expertise provided by Ayesas and ViaSat’s experience providing Link 16 communication systems, we can help military personnel exchange real-time situational awareness information and voice communications across the battlefield."

AYESAS is a TDL software supplier to the Turkish Armed Forces for ATDL-1, Link-1, Link-11/B and Link 16 requirements. It also provides advanced electronics and electro-mechanical assembly supplier for major global aerospace and defence companies.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

ViaSat supplies multifunctional information distribution system low-volume terminals, including MIDS-LVT(1) to F-16 fleets worldwide and MIDS-LVT(2) terminals, which are used to integrate into a range of platforms.