# MESAN displays advanced Mine Detection and Safety solutions at IDEF 2025

- Link: https://www.military.africa/2025/07/mesan-displays-advanced-mine-detection-and-safety-solutions-at-idef-2025/
- Published: 2025-07-29T18:34:17+01:00
- Author: Military Africa

At the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) 2025, held in Istanbul from
July 22 to 27, MESAN, a Turkish engineering and technology company, presented an
impressive array of cutting-edge mine detection equipment and traffic safety systems.

Established in 1991, MESAN has grown into a trusted provider of mission-critical
devices and systems, serving major Turkish institutions such as the Turkish Armed
Forces, Gendarmerie General Command, and General Directorate of Security, alongside
other public organisations. Over its three-decade history, the company has expanded
its expertise to deliver innovative solutions not only within Turkey but also to
international clients, solidifying its reputation in the fields of field safety 
and traffic management.

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On Day 4 of IDEF 2025, the MESAN team remains actively present on the field. With
the same discipline, energy, and determination, we continue to showcase our solutions.

MESAN’s display at IDEF 2025 drew considerable attention from both national and 
international delegations, reflecting the company’s growing influence in the defence
and security sectors. Visitors to its booth included representatives from the Togolese
Air Force, Syria’s Ministry of National Defence, Burkina Faso’s Embassy Defence 
Attaché Colonel Kounsaouma Palenfo and his delegation, as well as Gambia’s Chief
of General Staff Major General Mamat OA Cham accompanied by Ambassador to Ankara
Alkali Fanka Conteh. Turkish defence officials were also present, with notable figures
such as Mr. Muhammet Sami Ulukavak, Head of the Electronic Warfare and Radar Systems
Department at the Presidency of Defence Industries, and Major General Alparslan 
Kılınç, Commander of the Infantry School, touring the stand.

During these visits, MESAN’s team provided detailed briefings on their technologies
and discussed potential avenues for cooperation, expressing gratitude for the interest
shown by these distinguished guests. A key focus of MESAN’s exhibition was its advanced
mine detection systems, designed to address a range of threats from traditional 
mines to improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Among the featured products was the
MEMAR mine detector, a new addition to the company’s MEMED series.

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Tailored specifically for Humanitarian Mine Demining operators and engineers, the
MEMAR is engineered to detect low-metal-content anti-personnel mines, anti-tank 
mines, and metal-containing IEDs. Its precision and reliability make it an essential
tool for safely clearing minefields, a task critical to both military and humanitarian
efforts. MESAN’s development of such sensitive technologies is supported by certifications
from Turkey’s Ministry of National Defence and production permits from the Ministry
of Facility Security and Industry, affirming its commitment to national and domestic
innovation. Another notable product was the MEKA Cable and IED Detector, also part
of the MEMED series.

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Designed with Counter-IED teams in mind, the MEKA offers the ability to detect cables,
wires, and IEDs regardless of their size or orientation. This flexibility, enabled
by next-generation technology, ensures that operators can identify threats in challenging
and unpredictable environments, enhancing the safety and effectiveness of their 
missions. Training systems were another area where MESAN demonstrated its expertise.
The MERGEN PARKUR Virtual Reality Detector Training System stood out as a sophisticated
tool for preparing operators. This simulator immerses users in a virtual environment
where they can practice detecting mines and IEDs at varying depths and across different
terrains.

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MESAN MEROB

By replicating real-world conditions and teaching operators to interpret detection
signals accurately, MERGEN PARKUR ensures that personnel are well-equipped for actual
field operations. Complementing this system is the MERGEN-TIM Detector Training 
System, which focuses on refining operator skills through hands-on practice. It 
aims to minimise errors by helping users master correct detector sweeping techniques,
turning these movements into instinctive reflexes through repetition. For operations
requiring remote capabilities, MESAN introduced the MEROB Robot-Integrated Mine 
Detector. This system can be mounted on unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), allowing
for the safe detection of anti-personnel mines, anti-tank mines, and IEDs. The MEROB
supports both manual and autonomous field applications, transmitting detection results
in real time to a remote control unit, which keeps operators out of harm’s way.

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Similarly, the MeDro Integrated Mine/IED Detector offers a drone-based solution,
enabling teams to survey areas from above. Depending on operational requirements,
the drone can be equipped with either electromagnetic induction (EMI) or ground-
penetrating radar (GPR) sensors, providing versatility for detecting threats over
the ground. Beyond its defence-oriented innovations, MESAN showcased its contributions
to traffic safety with the MEDAR MTS Mobile Speed Enforcement System. This technology
is designed to monitor multiple vehicles across several lanes simultaneously, automatically
identifying and documenting speeding violations. It generates detailed violation
files that include the vehicle’s speed, lane, class, colour, location, date, time,
and high-resolution image, along with the license plate number. The system also 
detects lane violations and breaches of safe distance regulations, issuing penalties
as needed. Used by Police and Gendarmerie Traffic teams, as well as Highways and
Municipalities, the MEDAR MTS reflects MESAN’s broader mission to improve public
safety through advanced engineering.

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MESAN MEDRO

Throughout IDEF 2025, MESAN’s booth served as a bustling centre of engagement, with
the company’s team actively introducing their products and projects to a steady 
stream of visitors. The event provided a platform for MESAN to connect with industry
professionals and potential partners from around the world, fostering valuable relationships.
The chairman of the board of Mesan Elektronik, Ms. Devrim Erol expressed enthusiasm
about the experience, noting, “**_We are very pleased with the valuable collaborations
and contacts we have established in the national and international arena. We continue
to bring our advanced solutions—such as mine and IED detection systems, traffic 
speed detection technologies, and detector training systems—together with visitors
and industry professionals._**”

This statement reflects MESAN’s dedication to sharing its innovations and building
on the momentum gained at the fair. MESAN’s participation in IDEF 2025 showcased
its role as a leader in engineering, research, development, and integration within
the defence and security industries. With a diverse portfolio that spans humanitarian
demining tools, counter-IED technologies, and traffic enforcement systems, the company
continues to evolve its offerings to meet the changing demands of its clients.

As MESAN moves forward, its emphasis on technological advancement and strategic 
partnerships positions it as a reliable provider of mission-critical solutions, 
both in Turkey and on the global stage. The success of its presence at IDEF 2025
serves as a testament to its ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence.

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