L3Harris Snaps Up Aerojet Rocketdyne in Planned Deal

The propulsion system expert will add significant rocket and energetics capabilities to L3’s portfolio.

Monday, December 19, 2022 at 01:00 PM ET

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Aerojet Rocketdyne’s rocket propulsion systems have powered key milestones in space exploration over its 100-year history. [Courtesy: Aerojet Rocketdyne]

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L3Harris Technologies announced it will acquire propulsion-system expert Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings for $4.7 billion in an all-cash transaction, expected to close in 2023.
The acquisition aims to strengthen the defense industrial base and provide high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the Department of Defense, particularly in advanced missile technologies and hypersonics.
Aerojet Rocketdyne brings 100 years of experience in propulsion systems for the DoD, NASA, and space exploration, enhancing L3Harris' capabilities and accelerating national security propulsion solutions.

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The consolidation of the aerospace industry continues with the recent announcement that L3Harris Technologies [NYSE: LHX] has signed an agreement to acquire propulsion-system expert Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings [NYSE: AJRD].

The deal, based on a $58-per-share stock price, all-cash transaction, will be valued at $4.7 billion. Aerojet Rocketdyne currently generates about $2.3 billion annually in revenue. The deal is expected to close in 2023, financed with existing cash alongside the issuance of new debt.