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A&D Weekly News & Transactions - Week 11
Industry Headline News
The US FAA is assembling an expert board to assess Boeing's proposed guidance for 787 Dreamliner operators
Mar. 15, 2024 - Following a mid-air dive incident that left over 50 people injured, the FAA is initiating a Corrective Action Review Board to evaluate Boeing's proposed Multi-Operator Message before its issuance, emphasizing a thorough review process and continued monitoring of the situation. (Reuters)
Mar. 15, 2024 - Following a mid-air dive incident that left over 50 people injured, the FAA is initiating a Corrective Action Review Board to evaluate Boeing's proposed Multi-Operator Message before its issuance, emphasizing a thorough review process and continued monitoring of the situation. (Reuters)
The rise of drone swarms, equipped with AI technology, heralds a significant shift in military power dynamics
Mar. 14, 2024 - Demonstrated by recent incidents such as the Iranian drone attack in Jordan, Ukrainian drones sinking a Russian warship, and Houthi drone attacks disrupting maritime trade. With relatively low cost, Drones are reshaping modern warfare. (WSJ)
Mar. 14, 2024 - Demonstrated by recent incidents such as the Iranian drone attack in Jordan, Ukrainian drones sinking a Russian warship, and Houthi drone attacks disrupting maritime trade. With relatively low cost, Drones are reshaping modern warfare. (WSJ)
Britain has finalized a deal to purchase 14 extended-range Chinook helicopters from Boeing for the Royal Air Force
Mar. 14, 2024 - Negotiations were marked by concerns over cost growth, but the British government managed to reduce costs by over £300 million. The new helicopters will replace the oldest Chinooks in the RAF fleet. (Defense News)
Mar. 14, 2024 - Negotiations were marked by concerns over cost growth, but the British government managed to reduce costs by over £300 million. The new helicopters will replace the oldest Chinooks in the RAF fleet. (Defense News)
General Electric Aerospace is investing $11.3 million in its Asheville facility, part of a larger $650 million investment across GE locations
Mar. 13, 2024 - These investments will receive new high-precision machines and upgrades to support GE Aerospace's transition to an independent company, aimed at enhancing capabilities and meeting growing customer demands. (Citizen Times)
United Airlines is considering replacing its previously ordered Boeing 737 Max 10s with Airbus A321neos
Mar. 12, 2024 - CEO Scott Kirby mentioned the possibility during the JP Morgan Industrials Conference, citing concerns over the prolonged certification timeline and Boeing's production challenges. United currently operates six A321neos with more on order, while facing a significant reduction in Boeing aircraft deliveries for 2024. (Flight Global)
Mar. 12, 2024 - CEO Scott Kirby mentioned the possibility during the JP Morgan Industrials Conference, citing concerns over the prolonged certification timeline and Boeing's production challenges. United currently operates six A321neos with more on order, while facing a significant reduction in Boeing aircraft deliveries for 2024. (Flight Global)
The US Air Force's 2025 budget prioritizes Raytheon's Hypersonic Attach Cruise Missile while no funds are allocated for Lockheed Martin's ARRW
Mar. 12, 2024 - Amid concerns over falling behind China and Russia in hypersonic development, the future of ARRW remains uncertain pending a final test, while HACM's development is supported with over $2.4 billion in expected funding. (Defense News)
Mar. 12, 2024 - Amid concerns over falling behind China and Russia in hypersonic development, the future of ARRW remains uncertain pending a final test, while HACM's development is supported with over $2.4 billion in expected funding. (Defense News)
Boeing is completing work out of sequence, a practice known as "traveled work"
Mar. 11, 2024 - Despite efforts to eliminate this habit, it persists due to pressures to maintain. Traveled work, highlighted in a review of Boeing's safety culture, remains a significant concern for both workers and regulators, emphasizing the ongoing struggle to prioritize safety amidst production demands. (WSJ)
Mar. 11, 2024 - Despite efforts to eliminate this habit, it persists due to pressures to maintain. Traveled work, highlighted in a review of Boeing's safety culture, remains a significant concern for both workers and regulators, emphasizing the ongoing struggle to prioritize safety amidst production demands. (WSJ)
Advent International is considering selling CAES, valuing it at over $1 billion
Mar. 11, 2024 - CAES, based in Arlington, Virginia, generated around $110 million in earnings last year and is attracting interest from defense firms and private equity investors. (Bloomberg)
Mar. 11, 2024 - CAES, based in Arlington, Virginia, generated around $110 million in earnings last year and is attracting interest from defense firms and private equity investors. (Bloomberg)
Weekly Transaction Review
No. | Parties Involved | Transaction Metrics | Location | Segment | ||
Target [Parent] Acquirer [Parent] |
Price ($M) |
Price/ Revenue |
Price/ EBITDA |
Target | Target | |
1 | Valeport Holdings Teledyne Technologies |
- | - | - | Totnes, United Kingdom | Sensors & C4ISR |
2 | WhirlWind Propellers Hartzell Propeller [Arcline] |
- | - | - | El Cajon, CA | Components & Subsystems |
3 | Continental Aircraft Support Aeromax Industries [Crosslake Group] |
- | - | - | Miami, FL | MRO & Logistics |
4 | Magnum Aircraft Repair Services Aeromax Industries [Crosslake Group] |
- | - | - | Miami, FL | MRO & Logistics |
5 | Mission Microwave [Gaas Lab] J.F. Lehman |
- | - | - | Cypress, CA | Defense Electronics |
6 | Fox Valley Metal-Tech ArmorWorks Enterprises [Littlejohn Capital] |
- | - | - | Green Bay, WI | Navy/Maritime |
No. | Target Descriptions |
1 | Valeport is a designer and manufacturer of underwater sensors for environmental, energy, construction and defense applications. The company provides complementary underwater sensors including sound velocity probes, current and flow meters, and conductivity, temperature and depth sensors. |
2 | WhirlWind Propellers manufactures composite constant-speed and ground-adjustable propellers for the light-sport, experimental and unmanned aircraft markets. The company also designs proof of concept propellers for emerging applications. |
3 | Continental is a provider of MRO services with a key specialization in instruments, avionics, pneumatics, electrical accessories, mechnical accessories, galley equipment, and hydraulic components for aerospace and defense sectors. |
4 | Magnum is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) repair station that specializes in testing and maintaining hydraulic components for commercial, and military aircraft applications. The company diagnoses and repairs components to the standards established by the OEMs utilizing a fully trained and qualified technical staff. |
5 | Mission Microwave is a developer of next generation Solid-State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs) and Block Upconverters (BUCs) to support ground-based, airborne, and space- based applications in private sector and U.S. federal government markets. The company utilizes advanced GaN transistors, unique power combining technology, and novel full-system designs. |
6 |
Fox Valley is a provider of complex, precision metal fabrications for use on naval ships, submarines, combat vessels, and other critical defense applications. The company manufactures custom electrical enclosures and consoles, components and fabrications for military trailers, radar systems as well as watertight doors and hatches. |
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