May 16 2013
TransDigm Group Incorporated announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Arkwin Industries, Inc. (Arkwin or the Company), for approximately $286 million in cash. The acquisition, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions, is expected to close in the third quarter of fiscal 2013.
Arkwin, located on Long Island, New York, manufactures proprietary, highly engineered aerospace hydraulic and fuel system components for commercial and military aircraft, helicopters and other specialty applications. The major commercial end-use platforms include the Boeing 737 and 777, Airbus 320, and Bombardier and Embraer regional jets. The major military end-use platforms include the Lockheed JSF, C-130 and F-16; Sikorsky SH-60, S-76 and S-92; Boeing CH-47 and F/A-18. Additionally, the Company has product positions on various ground-based aero derivative turbine engines. Arkwin had calendar year 2012 revenues of approximately $95 million. Aftermarket accounts for approximately 40% of the revenues and the commercial market about 50% of the revenues.
W. Nicholas Howley , Chairman and CEO of TransDigm Group Incorporated, stated, "Arkwin is a long standing manufacturer of proprietary products with established positions on high use platforms, strong aftermarket content and an outstanding reputation. The highly engineered products will allow us to expand our content on a number of substantial platforms and engine applications. Arkwin fits well with our consistent product and acquisition strategy. As with all TransDigm acquisitions, we see opportunities for significant value creation."