Defense tech Karel has a strong footprint in defense and government sectors, offering information and communication technology products and solutions used by the Turkish army and foreign allied forces. This indicates potential for ongoing IT modernization contracts, secure communications, and system integration projects with defense agencies and defense contractors.

EMS manufacturing With one of Türkiye's largest electronics manufacturing centers and an active EMS business producing electronic boards for global brands in consumer electronics and defense, Karel presents opportunities for contract manufacturing, supplier opportunities, and electronics outsourcing engagements, including high-mix, low-volume needs.

5G and core Karel led R&D in 5G core network software and solutions and partnered with Nokia to manufacture 4G/5G base stations in Turkey. This points to upsell opportunities in network infrastructure, software-defined networking, and managed services around next-gen telecom deployments.

R&D and AI A robust R&D center with over 200 professionals focused on AI, IoT, automation, and additive manufacturing signals readiness for collaboration on joint innovation programs, pilots, and advanced analytics workloads for enterprise customers and government digitalization projects.

Digital and cloud Karel offers cloud applications, call center, PBX, and video conferencing solutions, plus enterprise solutions for operators and public institutions. This creates cross-sell opportunities in cloud-based communications, UCaaS, contact center modernization, and managed services for large enterprises and public sector clients.