Closing an aerospace or defense M&A deal is only the beginning. Successful integration requires careful planning to ensure compliance, operational continuity, and the retention of key personnel....more
7/3/2025
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Once a term sheet is in place, buyers must conduct thorough due diligence to uncover potential risks and liabilities. In the aerospace and defense sector, due diligence extends beyond financials to regulatory compliance,...more
6/11/2025
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This article is part of Fenwick's "Buy-Side M&A Playbook" series, published as part of the Silicon Valley Defense Group's Industry Collaboration Toolkit....more
5/21/2025
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Acquiring a company in the aerospace, defense, and critical manufacturing sectors requires more than just financial readiness. These industries come with unique regulatory challenges, security concerns, and government...more
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Important opportunity for investors in the defense innovation and dual-use technology sectors!
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) that could be a perfect fit...more
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