NAVSEA is a naval defence design and engineering company established to support modern naval programs with clarity, discipline, and technical knowledge.
As a subsidiary of NAV Engineering & Technology, NAVSEA builds on a long-standing international engineering legacy while operating with a dedicated focus on naval defence platforms, systems, and technologies.
NAVSEA is a design-led organisation focused on turning operational requirements into coherent, design-for-production, and upgrade-ready naval solutions—bridging strategic intent with engineering reality.
To deliver advanced naval design and engineering solutions that enhance fleet capability, operational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.
To be a trusted design and engineering partner for international naval defence programs, recognised for technical integrity, execution awareness, and enduring partnerships. NAVSEA is committed to maritime security by delivering operationally robust, cost-effective designs capable of adaptation across evolving defence requirements.
NAVSEA's engineering is shaped by decades of involvement in naval projects, modernization, and defence-related programs across multiple vessel classes. Our experience spans the full vessel lifecycle—from early concept definition and feasibility studies to detailed design, system integration, trials, and in-service support.
Governance is guided by internationally recognised engineering practices, NATO-aligned standards, and strict compliance with classification and statutory requirements. NAVSEA operates with structured project control, technical accountability, and transparent coordination with all stakeholders.
The leadership team combines generational naval expertise with contemporary engineering methodologies, ensuring balanced decision-making across design integrity, producibility, and operational performance.
This leadership structure enables NAVSEA to engage confidently with navies, shipyards, and defence authorities, providing technically credible and execution-aware guidance at every project stage.
Celal Çiçek is an M.Sc. Naval Architect and Marine Engineer who graduated from Istanbul Technical University in 1959. Over the course of a distinguished career spanning decades, he has played a foundational role in the development of Türkiye’s naval and shipbuilding industries through both technical leadership and institutional contribution.
Throughout his career, he served as Chief Design Engineer at Gölcük and Taşkızak Naval Shipyards and managed the construction of military landing ships for the Turkish Navy. He also founded G.A.Y.E. Ltd. in 1969 and Deniz Endüstrisi A.Ş. in 1977, served as President of the Turkish Shipbuilders’ Association (GİSBİR) between 1978 and 1989, led the planning of the Tuzla Shipyard Zone in coordination with the Ministry of National Defence, and later chaired the GİSBİR Council of Elders Commission.
Mehmet Berke Çiçek is a Naval Architect and Marine Engineer who graduated from Newcastle University in 1999. With over 25 years of industry experience, he has built his career across ship design, engineering management, and maritime technology, contributing to a wide range of technically complex maritime and industrial projects.
As CEO of NAVSEA, he leads the company’s expansion into maritime defence technologies and integrated engineering solutions. Over the course of his career, he has successfully led more than 30 shipbuilding projects, combining technical expertise with strategic program leadership across commercial and defence-oriented maritime sectors.
Unparalleled experience in logistics for the Army, Navy and Air Force. Expert in military subjects regarding Libya, Somalia, Syria, Iraq, Qatar and Azerbaijan and also NATO's. Master’s degree in Business Administration from Girne American University. Director of export control for defence industry firms at the Turkish General Staff Headquarters.
Rear Admiral (UH)(Ret.) Ahmet Çakır has BS degrees from Turkish Naval Academy, Istanbul Technical University and MSE degree from the University of Michigan, USA.
Throughout more than 40 years in the Turkish Naval Forces and private sector shipyards, he managed almost all the new construction projects of Turkish Navy and leaded the landmark MİLGEM Project. He commended Istanbul Naval Shipyard and Naval Technics Command.
Retired Major General Subutay ADAŞ holds a bachelor's degree from the Turkish Army War College and a master's degree from the Army War Colleges of the National Defence University.
Having served as a commander and staff officer in all units and headquarters of the Turkish Land Forces for over 30 years, ADAŞ spent the last 8 years of this period in the General Staff Operations Directorate, participating in the planning of the Turkish Armed Forces' activities both domestically and abroad, primarily in Syria, Iraq, Somalia, Qatar, and Libya, and retired in 2025 while serving as the Chief of General Staff Operations Directorate.
A defence industry executive with 25+ years of experience in market entry, government relations, and international defence sales. He has successfully established and represented leading U.S. defence manufacturers in Türkiye, with direct engagement across MoD, MoI, and military, naval, and law enforcement units.
Naval Architect with 20+ years experience in ship design, newbuilds, and complex marine retrofits, holding a BSc (Hons) from Istanbul Technical University. Expert in structural analysis, stability, and performance modelling, delivering innovative, compliant solutions across diverse vessel types. Combines deep technical expertise with hands-on leadership across shipyards, consultancy, and operations.
NAVSEA operates from İstanbul, Türkiye, with direct access to a global engineering and industrial network through NAV Engineering & Technology.
We welcome collaboration with naval forces, shipyards, system integrators, and defence industry partners seeking a design-focused and technically disciplined engineering partner.
