Derya Arms Strengthens Its European Presence at IWA OutdoorClassics 2026

Nuremberg, Germany - Derya Arms has reinforced its strategic position in the European market following a successful participation in IWA OutdoorClassics 2026, held in Nuremberg, Germany. Throughout the exhibition, the company engaged with a wide network of distributors, specialist retailers, and key industry stakeholders from across Europe, further advancing its long term distribution, supply, and after sales service objectives.

Taking place between February 26 and March 1, 2026, IWA OutdoorClassics remains one of the world’s premier exhibitions for the hunting and shooting sports industry, serving as a critical global meeting point for professionals in the sector. This year’s event hosted over 25,000 trade visitors and media representatives from 121 countries, alongside more than 1,050 manufacturers, international wholesalers, and distributors. Once again demonstrating its significance as a leading international business platform.

Located at Hall 3, Stand 3-525, Derya Arms presented key models from its next generation product portfolio while conducting a series of high level business meetings aligned with its European growth strategy.

New Product Highlights at IWA OutdoorClassics 2026

At the exhibition, Derya Arms introduced its latest innovations, including the Derya MAX and DY9Z models, to industry professionals.

The DY9Z is a 9x19 mm micro compact, striker fired pistol featuring a Black Melonite (QPQ) coated slide and barrel, an RMSc direct mount optics-ready slide, and interchangeable backstraps. Combined with a variety of frame color options, these features position the DY9Z as a strong contender in a highly competitive segment.

The Derya MAX represents a next generation shotgun platform developed in collaboration with elite competitive shooters and experienced engineers. Engineered with a focus on recoil management, an optimized gas system, and modular architecture, the MAX is available in multiple variants and five distinct color configurations. It stands at the core of Derya Arms’ forward looking product strategy.

Europe as a Strategic Growth Priority

Derya Arms is a founding partner of Konya Savunma Sanayi A.Ş. and a shareholder in ASELSAN Konya Silah Sistemleri A.Ş. Building on over 28 years of manufacturing expertise in Türkiye, the company continues to strengthen its global operational footprint.

Its expanding commercial presence in Europe enables more efficient market access while supporting the growth of its international distribution network. A key milestone in this strategy is the establishment of Derya Arms GmbH in Austria, which is set to serve as a central hub for direct product supply across Europe in the long term.

Executive Statement

Commenting on the company’s performance and future outlook, Derya Arms General Coordinator Hüsamettin Kayhan stated:

“Europe remains a strategically critical region within our long term growth roadmap. Following IWA OutdoorClassics 2026, we will continue to prioritize distributor development, strengthen our commercial partnerships, and convert the momentum generated during the exhibition into sustainable growth.

The recent increase in orders reflects not only rising demand but also the strengthening global position of our brand. In the coming period, while focusing on fulfilling existing orders, we aim to further expand our distributor network and deepen our presence across the European market.”

Contact:
Ismail Ince
ismail.ince@deryaarms.com