A NewSpace jewel onboards with a major Earth-Space communications OEM

Deal Flash

Syrlinks, a leading French NewSpace designer and manufacturer of cutting-edge radio communication and radio navigation solutions, has been acquired by Safran Electronics & Defense.

Founded in 2011, Syrlinks’ systems have been embedded in major space missions, such as Myriad, Rosetta, Argos, OneWeb and Kinéis.

We started this capital restructuring process to strengthen Syrlinks and accelerate our development, especially in the export markets. We appreciate the expertise, availability and responsiveness of the Oaklins team. This process was quite enriching but also intense, so it was important that we were well advised. This partnership with Oaklins in the final phase was decisive for us. GWÉNAËL GUILLOIS & GUY RICHARD, CEO & PRESIDENT, SYRLINKS, FRANCE

Oaklins played a key role in facilitating this deal

Oaklins’ aerospace, defense & security team in France assisted Syrlinks and its shareholders throughout the sale process. The team approached financial and strategic buyers around the world, and structured the most attractive transaction for its client. Oaklins Janes Capital, our specialist ADS team in Irvine, California, supported the transaction. The company was successfully sold to an international group, confirming Oaklins’ expertise in the sector.

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