03/06/2013

US Expansion For Motherwell Aerospace Firm

MB Aerospace has announced its acquisition of US-based aero-engine component manufacturing business Delta Industries.

It is thought to be a multi-million pound deal, but the Motherwell-based firm did not disclose the cost.

Delta, which is based in Connecticut, reported annual sales of more than $60m (£39.5m) last year.

The new deal will see MB Aerospace's projected annual revenue increase to more than £100m as well as increase staff from 370 to 550. The announcement comes just months after US private equity firm Arlington Capital Partners bought a majority stake in MB Aerospace.

MB Aerospace Chief Executive Craig Gallagher said: "With its wide range of capabilities, long-standing customer relationships and its strong management team, the Delta business has been a long-term target for MB Aerospace. It is a perfect fit with our ambitions for future growth.

"Today's announcement adds significant technical capabilities to the group, especially in relation to large-diameter fabrications and robotic welding of complex high-value aero engines components.

"In addition to its high levels of capability, Delta has an industry-leading reputation for its ability to manufacture challenging system-critical components."

MB Aerospace specialises in machined and fabricated components for global aerospace and defence manufacturers.

(JP)

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