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In the aerospace, defense and security industry, the competition for increased control of the supply chain — from OEMs to the aftermarket — is a matter of extremely large consolidations. With deals often reaching billions of dollars, making the right investment choice is crucial. Supported by a dedicated sector research team and long-standing relations within the commercial aerospace, defense and security industries, our experienced M&A professionals can help you find and secure the most lucrative deals, providing you with M&A, growth equity and ECM, debt advisory and corporate finance services.

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OSL has been acquired by Terma
Aerospace, Defense & Security | TMT

OSL has been acquired by Terma

OSL Group Limited, a leader in counter-drone security and safety systems, has been acquired by Terma AS, a Denmark-based global provider of mission-critical solutions for defense, aerospace and security.

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IRT Technologies has been acquired by ETL Systems
Aerospace, Defense & Security | Industrial Machinery & Components | TMT

IRT Technologies has been acquired by ETL Systems

IRT Technologies has been successfully acquired by ETL Systems, unlocking exciting opportunities for innovation and growth. This acquisition strengthens ETL’s satellite communications portfolio and expands its global presence, while allowing IRT Technologies to leverage ETL’s industry expertise and reach.

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Sentient Vision Systems has been acquired by Shield AI
Aerospace, Defense & Security

Sentient Vision Systems has been acquired by Shield AI

Sentient Vision Systems has been acquired by global defense technology company Shield AI.

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“This partnership with Terma represents a pivotal moment for OSL and those we serve. By combining Terma’s proven defense systems with our hands-on expertise, we’re delivering unprecedented capability across the entire operational chain. The result is enhanced threat identification, superior intelligence analysis and seamless execution — all compressed into moments rather than minutes. We’re grateful to Oaklins Cavendish for their invaluable guidance throughout the sale process.”

Mark Legh-Smith

CEO, OSL Group Limited

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New chapters, global ambitions: mid-market M&A in Q4

QUARTERLY M&A ACTIVITY: In Q4 2025, Oaklins' clients completed 93 transactions across sectors and regions, highlighting how business leaders are using M&A to drive growth, succession and strategic change.

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