Aerospace & Defense M&A Transactions

Mitsubishi Electric fully acquires Infostellar, enhancing its space data services and ground station network capabilities in a strategic industry move.

Evallic AB strengthens its defense capabilities by acquiring Argon Electronics, a leader in CBRNe simulation and training solutions for global security.

Lockheed Martin is in advanced talks to acquire naval tech firm Ultra Maritime from Advent for $3.5 billion, bolstering undersea defense capabilities.

Mitsubishi Electric acquires Infostellar, integrating its cloud-based ground station platform to expand satellite services and strengthen its aerospace business.

Arcline Investment Management acquires aerospace supplier Avantus Aerospace from Inflexion. Learn about the deal and its implications for the aerospace sector.

The Exploration Company acquires European Astrotech, bolstering its NewSpace capabilities with advanced propulsion technology for orbital vehicles.

Arcline Investment Management acquires Avantus Aerospace, a key supplier of aircraft components, integrating it into Novaria Group to enhance its industrial capabilities.

Rocket Lab buys Iridium Communications for $8 billion, gaining a satellite network and spectrum rights to compete with SpaceX in global communications.

THEON International Plc to acquire SAS HGH Systèmes Infrarouges for €300M, enhancing its defense electro-optical and infrared technology portfolio.

Comtech divests satellite segment to Gilat for $157.5M, transforming into public safety tech leader Allerium. Gilat expands defense capabilities.

PAI Partners and Fondo Italiano d’Investimento secure Mecaer Aviation Group, a key aerospace systems provider, signaling growth and consolidation.

MDA

MDA Space acquires Blue Canyon Technologies from RTX Raytheon for $620M, enhancing its U.S. defense space capabilities and market reach.

EQT enters the space sector with its acquisition of Exolaunch, a German leader in satellite deployment and mission management. Learn about the deal's implications.

Arcline Investment Management secures AstroNova in a $272M cash acquisition, offering shareholders $29 per share and integrating specialized identification solutions.

EQT X invests in Exolaunch, a leader in satellite deployment and launch management, to drive growth and expand access to space for global operators.