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Assan Group Defense Industry has acquired South Africa-based Dynaflow Technology, a specialized manufacturer of fuse technologies for general purpose bombs, in a strategic move to strengthen Türkiye's ammunition production capabilities and expand its global market presence.
The acquisition positions Assan Group to offer complete general purpose bomb systems including fuses to customers, significantly expanding its product portfolio and providing important marketing advantages.
According to the company announcement, Dynaflow specializes in fuse technologies for general purpose bombs and ranks among the few companies worldwide operating in this field.
The South African company stands out with its capability to develop and produce hard target and proximity fuses, offering customizable fuse solutions and maintaining a strong R&D infrastructure that plays a critical role in aircraft bomb fuse systems.
Dynaflow operates as an advanced technology-focused defense industry organization specializing in aircraft ammunition systems, particularly excelling in the design, development, and production of hard target and proximity fuse systems for general purpose bombs.
Through this strategic acquisition, Assan Group gains the ability to offer its currently manufactured general purpose bombs together with fuses to customers, creating opportunities to expand its product portfolio and secure significant marketing advantages.
The company also aims to achieve a more effective position in the African market through its partnership with the South Africa-based firm.
Assan Group General Manager Gurcan Okumus commented on the acquisition: "The technology and engineering expertise that Dynaflow possesses are in complete harmony with Assan Group's long-term innovation goals. Through Assan Group's production power and capabilities combined with Dynaflow's technologies, we are taking an important step toward carrying our products to wider geographies. I believe we will provide greater value to our customers in this new period."
Dynaflow provides solutions that create a "force multiplier" effect in the air ammunition field through its competency in developing electro-mechanical fuse systems.
The company responds to the operational needs of modern air forces with various electronic fuse technologies including proximity, instant contact, and time-delayed systems.
Assan Group's strategic acquisition represents part of its goal to further advance production power and engineering capabilities in the defense industry.
The company aims to increase the global competitive strength of the Turkish defense industry through R&D investments and effectiveness in international markets.
The acquisition demonstrates Türkiye's continued expansion in defense technology sectors and its commitment to developing indigenous capabilities while accessing specialized international expertise.
The acquisition allows Assan Group to integrate Dynaflow's specialized fuse technologies with its existing general purpose bomb production capabilities, creating a comprehensive ammunition system offering.
This vertical integration approach enables the Turkish defense company to provide complete solutions to customers rather than individual components, potentially increasing competitiveness in international tenders and direct sales.
The preserved engineering teams and R&D infrastructure will focus on developing new fuse technologies and adapting existing systems to meet diverse customer requirements across different geographical markets.
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