TR Propulsion Systems

[Yasar_TR]

The domestic and national engine LEVEND, developed by BMC POWER, was integrated into the Tugboat-25 owned by the Istanbul Shipyard Command and began service on July 18.

With approximately three times the traction power, it successfully completed its first test voyage by docking Atatürk’s legacy, TCG Savarona, at the port.

We continue to work and produce for our country!

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1946598145443438657

One thing I would like to know why it is LEVEND and not LEVENT !!!
I can understand that MURAD is the acronym of Milli Uçak RADarı. But what is LEVEND?

While "Levent" is both a name and a title for a sailor or military officer during the Ottoman period, the word "levend" generally carries negative connotations such as "idle, unemployed." Furthermore, "levend" is the Persian form of the word "levent."

It doesn’t sit well with the Arabisation of Turkish names either.

 

[Strong AI]

One thing I would like to know why it is LEVEND and not LEVENT !!!
I can understand that MURAD is the acronym of Milli Uçak RADarı. But what is LEVEND?

While "Levent" is both a name and a title for a sailor or military officer during the Ottoman period, the word "levend" generally carries negative connotations such as "idle, unemployed." Furthermore, "levend" is the Persian form of the word "levent."

It doesn’t sit well with the Arabisation of Turkish names either.

Only thing i can find is that Levend is the ottoman version of Levent, but i can't confirm it.

 

[Sanchez]

I can understand that MURAD is the acronym of Milli Uçak RADarı.

I honestly had no idea.

 

[Turkic]

Only thing i can find is that Levend is the ottoman version of Levent, but i can't confirm it.

It is correct. Names usually end with "d" instead of "t" in Arabic linguistic culture, which affects Ottoman through the alphabetical culture.

 

[No Name]

One thing I would like to know why it is LEVEND and not LEVENT !!!
I can understand that MURAD is the acronym of Milli Uçak RADarı. But what is LEVEND?

While "Levent" is both a name and a title for a sailor or military officer during the Ottoman period, the word "levend" generally carries negative connotations such as "idle, unemployed." Furthermore, "levend" is the Persian form of the word "levent."

It doesn’t sit well with the Arabisation of Turkish names either.

How does the word exist in other Turkic languages? If it is LEVEND, I personally don't mind its use if other Turkic countries adopt it, but if it is solely for the arabization of the Turkish language, then I agree with you.

 

[TheInsider]

It should be Levent, even if it ends with "d" it should be converted to "t" according to the rules of the Turkish language. Murad is different. Murad is short for Milli Uçak RADarı (M-U-RAD). Levend doesn't stand for anything.

 

[Zafer]

I would think of names like code names rather than literal names. Levent is used as a man's name in the modern day and seldom used to mean the marines. Levent is converted to levend when it receives a possessive suffix. I would choose levend over levent as it becomes a distinctive private name rather than a common name. Similar to Kaan instead of Kağan. A stylized name that stands out.

 

[Strong AI]

As part of IDEF 2025, the Secretariat of Defence Industries and TAİS Shipyards signed a landmark contract for the procurement of four National Coast Guard Ships, with the participation of Prof. Dr. Haluk Görgün.

These indigenously built vessels will operate across Türkiye’s exclusive economic zones, coastal waters, and high seas—ensuring the protection of national sovereignty and maritime interests through a broad spectrum of missions.

Enforcement of sovereignty rights
Prevention of illicit maritime activity
Deterrence of threats
Search and rescue operations
Continuous surveillance and patrol duties
Protection of marine resources
Humanitarian aid during natural disasters
Robust operational capabilities under challenging sea states

With the first delivery scheduled within 26 months, this initiative marks a critical step toward enhancing Türkiye’s maritime security and operational deterrence.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1947973091134448029

As BMC POWER;

We signed a 2MW Main Propulsion Engine and Localization Protocol with ISOTTO FRASCHINI MOTORI for the National Coast Guard Ship.
We signed a Development Protocol with İŞBİR Elektrik for an Auxiliary Diesel Generator Set with a Domestic Engine.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1948074484822372792

 

[Saithan]

At the end end of the day, the Italian are the ones willing to do tech trade. I imagine Baykars deal with Piaggio probably had a big impact on this. Of course government likely had a hand in this deal too.

@Anmdt will the 2MW engine be enough for our the vessels its meant for ?

 

[boredaf]

At the end end of the day, the Italian are the ones willing to do tech trade.

Now if we can just do one for AW101 helicopters...

 

[Saithan]

Now if we can just do one for AW101 helicopters...

I think they're doing the tech transfer because the engine for opv aren't as important compared to uav, and usv that can sink the vessels. So in a way it's a good trade off for them