Go to deals
Aerospace, Defense & Security

AMPAC's In-Space Propulsion Div. has been acquired by Moog Inc.

American Pacific Corporation (AMPAC) has sold its In-Space Propulsion Division to Moog Inc. for approximately US$46 million in cash.

AMPAC's In-Space Propulsion Division is a leading developer and manufacturer of liquid propulsion systems and components for satellites and missile defense systems.

Moog Inc. designs, manufactures and integrates precision motion and fluid controls and control systems for original equipment manufacturers and end users worldwide.

American Pacific Corporation (AMPAC) was founded in Henderson, Nevada, in 1955 for the purpose of manufacturing specialty chemicals, principally oxidizers. Since then, the business has expanded to include both, specialty and fine chemicals, with customers spanning the globe. For the aerospace and defense industry AMPAC provides specialty chemicals used in solid rocket motors for space launch and military missiles. The company also produces clean fire extinguishing agents for the fire protection industry. AMPAC products are designed to meet customer specifications and often must meet certain governmental and regulatory approvals.

Oaklins' aerospace & defense specialist team in California served as the exclusive financial advisor to American Pacific Corporation in this transaction.

Parties

Talk to the deal team

Stephen Perry

Managing Director
Irvine, United States
Oaklins Janes Capital

Related deals

McStarlite Co. has been acquired by Standex International Corporation
Aerospace, Defense & Security

McStarlite Co. has been acquired by Standex International Corporation

McStarlite Co. has been sold to Standex International Corporation for approximately US$56.5 million in cash. The company will be integrated into Standex’s Engineering Technologies Group business segment.

Learn more
A majority share in WELP Group has been sold to IMC Individual Mobility Capital GmbH
Aerospace, Defense & Security | Automotive

A majority share in WELP Group has been sold to IMC Individual Mobility Capital GmbH

The former private majority shareholder and long-time managing director of WELP Holding GmbH, Nina Welp, has sold the majority of her shares to IMC Individual Mobility Capital GmbH.

Learn more
Airplane Group has successfully completed a generational transition through a majority LBO backed by Ciclad
Private Equity | Aerospace, Defense & Security

Airplane Group has successfully completed a generational transition through a majority LBO backed by Ciclad

The Airplane Group, a major player in the painting and maintenance of regional and single-aisle aircraft, is reorganizing its capital structure as the founder transitions leadership to the second generation. The transaction took the form of an LBO in which the investment fund Ciclad acquired a majority stake, with BNP Paribas Développement also participating. This move aims to strengthen the group’s financial foundation and support its development plan.

Learn more