M&A Deal Summary

Cobham Acquires Patriot Antenna Systems

On October 7, 2007, Cobham acquired technology hardware company Patriot Antenna Systems

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Cobham’s 1st transaction in the Technology Hardware sector.
  • This is Cobham’s 2nd transaction in the United States.
  • This is Cobham’s 1st transaction in Michigan.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2007-10-07
Target Patriot Antenna Systems
Sector Technology Hardware
Buyer(s) Cobham
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Advisor(s) Capstone Partners LLC
Citigroup Investment Banking (Financial)

Target

Patriot Antenna Systems

Albion, Michigan, United States
Patriot Antenna Systems, a manufacturer of antennas that are used to support satellite communications, has been acquired by Cobham, an international company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced aerospace and defense systems for land, sea and air platforms.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Cobham

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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Category Company
Founded 1934
Sector Defense
Revenue 1.9B GBP (2018)
DESCRIPTION

Cobham offers various technologies and services for commercial, defense, and security markets worldwide. The company operates in four segments: Cobham Aerospace and Security, Cobham Defense Systems, Cobham Mission Systems, and Cobham Aviation Services. Cobham was founded in 1934 and is based in Wimborne, the United Kingdom.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 2 of 6
Sector (Technology Hardware) 1 of 3
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 5
State (Michigan) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 2 of 4
Year (2007) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2006-07-27 Draeger Aerospace

Lubeck, Germany

Draeger Aerospace GmbH, is a supplier of components and integrated systems to supply oxygen systems for both civil and military aircraft. In the civil market, Draeger has well-established strengths in both chemical and gaseous oxygen systems.

Sell $80M
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2011-02-21 Edif Group Management

Leatherhead, United Kingdom

Edif Group Management Ltd. is a provider of a diverse range of testing and inspection services for large, industrial clients. Edif’s services reduce risk, optimise performance and enhance the capability of its clients. Signum Technology is based in Leatherhead, United Kingdom.

Sell £30M
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