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title: Defense Electronics M&A Transactions - November 2024
description: Stay updated on the latest defense electronics insights, M&A deals, and valuation trends in the sector with the November 2024 edition of Defense Electronics Monthly.
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# [Defense Electronics M&A Transactions - November 2024](https://blog.janescapital.com/segment-reports/defense-electronics/11-2024)

 Written by [Stephen Perry](https://blog.janescapital.com/segment-reports/author/stephen-perry) | December 2024

 

Download and read the November 2024 issue of the Defense Electronics Monthly, covering the latest M&A deal news and valuation trends in the defense electronics sector, including activity in segments such as C4ISR and electronic warfare, rugged electronics, RF & microwave, embedded computing, interconnects, microelectronics & semiconductor and test & measurement. Sign up for the Defense Electronics Monthly distribution list to stay up-to-date on the headline acquisitions impacting your market and the current dynamics of the publicly traded strategic companies within the industry.

#### Key Defense Electronics Deals Announced

| ##### Target | ##### Buyer | ##### Description |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Radar & Sensor Technology  Business a portfolio company of   | a portfolio company of | - Target: Ypsilanti, MI-based Radar & Sensor Technology Business of Maxar develops and manufactures radar and other information sensors used for national security purposes and has extensive experience supporting the U.S. government-led synthetic aperture radar (SAR) program. - Buyer: Danbury, CT-based ARKA Group is a provider of engineering, manufacturing, and technical services for the aerospace and defense industries. The company specializes in advanced materials, structural assemblies, and precision machining to support mission-critical applications. - Terms: Transaction announced on November 1, 2024. Terms not disclosed. |
|  |  | - Target: United Kingdom-based Precision Acoustics is a manufacturer of hydrophones, ultrasound transducers, test stations and acoustic materials for private sector and international government medical imaging and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) markets.  - Buyer: Orlando, FL-based Coda Octopus develops real-time 3D sonar technology and subsea solutions for the maritime and defense sectors. The company’s offerings include visualization systems for underwater operations, delivering enhanced situational awareness and operational efficiency. - Terms: Transaction announced on November 4, 2024. Purchase price was $5.2M, 1.3x FY2023A revenue. |
| Optical Systems & Advanced Electronics Systems Businesses a portfolio company of |     | - Target: United Kingdom-based Optical Systems Business of Excelitas provides advanced optics for heads-up and helmet-mounted displays, dismounted tactical night vision systems and proprietary glass used in space and satellite applications. Miamisburg, OH-based Advanced Electronic Systems Business of Excelitas provides custom energetics, including electronic safe & arm devices, high-voltage semiconductor switches and rubidium frequency standards.  - Buyer: Thousand Oaks, CA-based Teledyne designs and manufactures instrumentation, digital imaging, aerospace electronics, and engineered systems for industrial and government markets. The company’s portfolio supports applications in monitoring, communication, and defense. - Terms: Transaction announced on November 6, 2024. Purchase price is expected to be $710M. |
|  |  | - Target: Plano, TX-based ENGIN-IC is a fabless semiconductor company that designs advanced Gallium Nitride ("GaN") monolithic microwave integrated circuits ("MMICs") and integrated microwave assemblies for private sector and U.S. federal government aerospace and defense markets. - Buyer: Lowell, MA-based MACOM Technology provides high-performance RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave solutions for communication, industrial, and defense markets. The company’s products include amplifiers, switches, and photonic components that enable advanced connectivity. - Terms: Transaction announced on November 6, 2024. Terms not disclosed. |

 

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