Ismail Terlemez
EstoniabusinessmanMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Ismail Terlemez is a prominent figure in Turkey's defense industry, known for founding Arca Savunma, the largest defense exporter in Turkey, which has secured numerous multibillion-dollar contracts with NATO countries. He has a background as a former NATO procurement official and has gained recognition for his politically connected role in advancing Turkey's military capabilities.
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Ismail Terlemez is the head of ARCA Defence who sought a representative in Estonia.
Hanno Pevkur suunas ARCA Defence’i esindamise Jaanus RahumäelePostimees – major Estonian daily, est. 1857·Estonia· 2026-09-24
Estonia· 2026-09-24
Ismail Terlemez founded Arca Savunma, which has become Turkey’s largest defence exporter.
Why Europe is learning to live with Erdogan’s Turkey – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-07-02
Ireland· 2026-07-02
