TEKNOFEST is the world’s largest aerospace and technology festival, playing a critical role in the development of national technology in Türkiye and organized in partnership with numerous institutions.
The TEKNOFEST Excitement Was in the Mediterranean!
Bringing the spirit of the National Technology Move to the Mediterranean, TEKNOFEST 2024 took place at Adana Şakirpaşa Airport from October 2-6, 2024. This prestigious event, which hosted technology enthusiasts, welcomed 1.1 million visitors.
TEKNOFEST Adana Created Unforgettable Moments!
TEKNOFEST 2024, with its traditional events and groundbreaking innovations, secured a special place in the hearts of attendees. TEKNOFEST Adana, which brought together hundreds of thousands of visitors, created unforgettable experiences through its technology competitions, breathtaking aerial displays, exhibition stands, stage shows, simulation zones, planetarium, educational workshops, and exhibitions.
Young Innovators Shaping the Future
With the motto "You Are the Future," more than 1.65 million young people from 100 countries participated in TEKNOFEST Technology Competitions, which were held in 50 main categories and 128 subcategories. Young innovators developed projects in various fields, ranging from biotechnology to air defense systems, rockets to educational technologies. High-performing teams in prestigious competitions were awarded a total of 31 million TRY in prizes and 55 million TRY in material support.
TEKNOFEST Mediterranean Featured Exciting Firsts!
TEKNOFEST Mediterranean introduced many new innovations this year. Young participants competed in 11 new categories, ranging from Large Language Models to Nuclear Energy Technologies, shaping the future of technology. The challenging missions in the Combat UAV, Rocket, and Vertical Takeoff and Landing Rocket Competitions were successfully completed by teams for the first time. Future technology leaders achieved significant success on the path of the National Technology Move!
This year, for the first time, advanced technology and systems-equipped Ejder Yalçın, Vuran, and Kirpi vehicles performed at the Moving Ground Vehicles Track. The domestically produced Bayraktar TB3 and Anka 3 drones made their public debut flights. All these special moments and more were experienced by 1.1 million visitors.