President Erdoğan’s Inspiring Address
On the third day, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan addressed the participants, highlighting the impressive scale of this year’s festival. He underlined that 565,000 teams and 1.2 million competitors from 81 provinces in Türkiye and 96 countries worldwide applied to TEKNOFEST.
President Erdoğan praised the youth’s courage, self-confidence, and vision, stating that they are building the foundations of a greater Türkiye. He also congratulated the 13,000 finalists for their remarkable achievements.
Thrilling Air Shows Over Istanbul’s Skies
Visitors were mesmerized by breathtaking air demonstrations from SOLOTÜRK, the Turkish Stars, and F-16 fighter jets. The festival also showcased the pride of Türkiye’s defense industry, including the ATAK helicopter, Hürkuş, ANKA, Bayraktar TB2, Bayraktar TB3, and Bayraktar AKINCI.
A Night of Music with Kıraç
In the evening, the famous Turkish singer Kıraç took the stage, energizing the audience with a vibrant concert performance. His show added even more color and excitement to the festival’s festive atmosphere.
Award Ceremony: Honoring Innovation and Success
The day also featured the highly anticipated award ceremony, where winning teams were recognized for their groundbreaking projects. More than 65 million TL in prizes were distributed.
President Erdoğan personally presented the prestigious “ISIF’25 Grand Prix Award”, celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship at the heart of TEKNOFEST.
What’s Next?
The festival will continue at Atatürk Airport until September 21. Visitors can watch the technology competitions, enjoy the air shows, and take part in a variety of activities. Stay tuned for detailed information and the full event program.
TEKNOFEST Istanbul is not only a festival — it is the beating heart of Türkiye’s National Technology Initiative, inspiring new generations to dream big and build the future!
