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A&D Weekly News & Transactions - Week 24

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Paris Air Show Goes Big on Defense Amid War Concerns
June 13, 2025 - The Paris Air Show features a marked increase in defense-related exhibits and deals, reflecting heightened global security concerns amid ongoing conflicts. Major aerospace firms plan to showcase advanced platforms including combat aircraft, autonomous systems, and munitions, amid strong interest from delegations in Europe and the Indo-Pacific. The event underscores shifting market dynamics where defense capabilities are now central to industry strategy. (Defense News)

June 12, 2025 - Collins Aerospace announced workforce reductions, cutting a “small number” of positions at an unspecified U.S. facility. The move is part of a company restructuring aimed at aligning operations with fluctuating market demand. Management emphasized the changes are limited in scope and not related to financial distress. (KCRG)

June 12, 2025 - Muon Space has secured $90 million in funding to expand its satellite production capabilities and acquire a propulsion technology startup. The investment will allow the company to enhance its space-based data and analytics services, which target industries such as agriculture and climate monitoring. The acquisition will also enable Muon to develop more advanced satellite propulsion systems to improve mission flexibility and efficiency. (SpaceNews)

Pursuit Aerospace Announces Completion of Strategic Acquisition to Expand Capabilities
June 12, 2025 - Pursuit Aerospace has completed the acquisition of a key engineering and manufacturing firm, Larson Forgings, enhancing its capabilities across airframe structures and system integration. The deal is expected to improve Pursuit’s competitiveness in commercial and defense aerospace markets and supports plans for future technology investments. Pursuit anticipates accelerated revenue growth and expanded client offerings. (Business Wire)

Anduril Plans Footprint in Poland’s Red-Hot Combat Drone Market
June 11, 2025 - U.S. defense tech firm Anduril is positioning to enter Poland’s rapidly expanding combat drone market, signaling intentions to open operations and partner with local defense groups. The effort supports Warsaw’s push to bolster unmanned systems as part of an intensified defense buildup. Anduril’s move follows Poland’s recent high-value drone procurements amid growing regional tensions. (Defense News)

Boeing Secures 303 New Orders, Hits 737 MAX Production Target in May
June 10, 2025 - Boeing received 303 new orders in May, marking a strong performance despite global economic uncertainty. The company also met its 737 MAX production target, reaching a rate of 38 per month. This success is seen as a positive sign for Boeing’s recovery and growth, especially in the face of supply chain challenges and ongoing competition with Airbus. (Reuters)

Raytheon Wins $1.1 Billion US Navy Contract for AIM-9X Sidewinder Missiles
June 10, 2025 - Raytheon has secured a $1.1 billion contract from the US Navy to provide AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles, a key air-to-air weapon used by various military platforms. The deal, which includes options for additional deliveries, will help enhance the Navy’s missile inventory and combat capabilities. The contract also involves support services, spare parts, and training for military personnel. (Overt Defense)

China Set to Place Major Airbus Order for Up to 500 Planes
June 10, 2025 - China is reportedly preparing to place a historic order with Airbus for up to 500 aircraft, signaling a major boost for the European aerospace giant. The deal is expected to cover a range of Airbus models, including the A320 and A350, catering to China’s growing demand for air travel. This order would strengthen Airbus's position in the global market, potentially surpassing similar orders from rival Boeing. (MSN)
Weekly Transaction Review
No. | Parties Involved | Transaction Metrics | Location | Segment | ||
Target [Parent] Acquirer [Parent] |
Price ($M) |
Price/ Revenue |
Price/ EBITDA |
Target | Target | |
1 | Precision Sensors & Instrumentation product line of Baker Hughes [Baker Hughes] Crane |
$1,150.0 | 2.9x | 19.2x | Billerica, MA | Components & Subsystems |
2 | SkyGrid Wisk Aero [Boeing] |
- | - | - | Sunnyvale, CA | Government Services, IT Services and Software |
3 | ADCO Circuits Scanfil |
$25.0 | 0.7x | - | Rochester Hills, MI | Electronics Manufacturing (EMS) & Harnessing |
4 | ThreatQuotient Securonix |
- | - | - | Ashburn, VA | Cybersecurity, Intelligence Services and Homeland Defense |
5 | Starlight Engines Muon Space |
- | - | - | Bloomington, MN | Satellite, Satellite Services & Space Systems |
6 | Larson Forgings Pursuit Aerospace [Greenbriar Equity] |
- | - | - | Chicago, IL | Machined & Cast Parts |
No. | Target Descriptions |
1 | The Precision Sensors & Instrumentation (PSI) product line specializes in advanced instrumentation and sensor technologies, focusing on pressure, flow, gas, moisture, and radiation measurement under brands like Druck, Panametrics, and Reuter‑Stokes. The product line serves critical applications across aerospace, defense, industrial, nuclear, and energy sectors. |
2 | SkyGrid is a developer of AI- and blockchain-powered airspace management platforms designed to enable safe, secure integration of autonomous and crewed aircraft into shared airspace. The company offers high-fidelity situational awareness, traffic deconfliction, and real-time decision-support services tailored for advanced air mobility and unmanned operations. |
3 | ADCO Circuits is a full-service electronics manufacturing and design partner specializing in high-reliability circuit board assembly and box-build systems for aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, and automotive industries. The company provides capabilities ranging from prototype support to high-volume production, backed by certified quality processes (ISO 9001, AS9100D, IATF16949) and advanced test and automated logistics systems. |
4 | ThreatQuotient is a developer of external threat intelligence platforms for private sector and U.S. federal government markets. The company's ThreatQ platform integrates with over 450 security tools and data sources to support threat intelligence management, incident response, threat hunting, spear phishing, alert triage, and vulnerability management. |
5 | Starlight Engines is a developer of novel zinc-fueled thruster systems which eliminate the high costs and supply chain vulnerabilities of xenon and krypton-based systems. The company's technology eliminates high pressure fluids management and enables a dramatically improved supply chain, highly available and low-cost propellant, simplified integration, and more compact thruster and tank designs. |
6 | Larson Forgings is a manufacturer of open-die and seamless rolled-ring forgings, producing precision components like rings, disks, shafts, hubs, and custom shapes from materials such as aluminum, titanium, and superalloys. The company supports industries including aerospace, defense, power generation, petrochemical, and nuclear. |
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