Investment Bank for Aerospace & Defense Industries

Our expertise in the aerospace and defense sector is backed by immense experience, deep industry relationships and unique insights.

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Guiding Clients to Solutions

Historically high growth visibility, innovation, technology, globalization, geopolitical issues and other factors are creating unique opportunities for investment across the aerospace and defense sector. Our highly experienced aerospace and defense investment bankers leverage their deep professional relationships and expertise to help navigate clients toward strategic solutions based on their unique objectives and circumstances.

We have the ability to properly articulate and advocate a client’s value proposition to the right parties, with global reach, in order to deliver outstanding outcomes.

Sector Focus

Aerospace & Defense

Advanced Materials
Aeroengine & Aerostructures
Distribution, MRO and Aviation Services
Defense Products

Electronics
Engineered Components & Systems
Space & Satellite
Special Processing

Lincoln’s fundamental understanding of our business, coupled with its process execution focus, global marketing effort and deep industry expertise were extremely valuable. Lincoln’s team remained highly engaged throughout the entire sale process, providing key strategic advice and assisting in achieving a successful outcome for all parties.

Perspectives & Publications

The State of Space

Aerospace and Defense: Factors Powering M&A Activity

Aerospace & Defense Market Update Q3 2022

Aerospace & Defense Trends Amidst Turbulent COVID-19 Period

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Lincoln International advised OpenAirlines on receiving a significant investment from Eiffel Investment Group and Mirova

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Lincoln International advised The Gores Group on the sale of TurbineAero to Snow Peak Capital

Aerospace & Defense | Industrials

Lincoln International advised Precision Holdings, a portfolio company of Insight Equity, on its refinancing

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Lincoln International advised Management, Siparex and private shareholders on the sale of a minority stake of Texelis to Ouest Croissance, Bpifrance, IRDI Capital Investissement and Caisse d'Epargne

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Lincoln International advised Gallant Capital Partners on the sale of Aero Turbine to StandardAero, a portfolio company of Carlyle

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Lincoln International advises Krayden on the acquisition of Aerospheres

Aerospace & Defense

Lincoln International advised DASI on receiving an investment from Marubeni Corporation

Aerospace & Defense

Lincoln International advised FDH Aero, a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity, on its acquisition of BJG Electronics

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Meet our Senior Team with Aerospace & Defense Expertise

I enjoy the opportunity to interact with interesting and diverse clients and work tirelessly to achieve the best results.

Matthew Buck

Managing Director

London

I create lasting partnerships with my clients by demonstrating creativity and adaptability, and providing continuous communication while proactively addressing client concerns.

Charles de Fels

Managing Director

Paris

I appreciate that each client is diverse with different products, business models, technologies and end markets. I remain steadfast to being a trustworthy advisor and driving dynamic processes.

Richard Floto

Managing Director

Frankfurt

I strive to be professional, honest and hard-working. By helping clients execute strategic M&A transactions, I am contributing to making the world better.

Tetsuya Fujii

Managing Director | CEO Japan

Tokyo

I focus on providing thoughtful strategic and tactical advice, supported by close relationships with buyers and sellers, to deliver exceptional outcomes for my clients.

Brian Goodwin

Managing Director

Chicago

I strive to deliver value-added advice, leveraging deep industry knowledge and extensive industry relationships.

Guillaume Suizdak

Managing Director & Co-head of Industrials, Europe

Paris

With passion and care for their business, I strive to be a true extension of my clients in the market and build long-term relationships that last beyond the transaction.

Francis Tran

Managing Director

Los Angeles

I focus on the client’s best interest, while providing honest, direct and thoughtful advice throughout the sale process.

Justin Barnes

Director

Los Angeles

I seek to provide consistent and honest advice, helping my clients achieve superior outcomes while establishing long-lasting relationships built on trust.

Bradley Drake

Director

Los Angeles

I take a hands-on approach to support each facet of the transaction and facilitate an ideal outcome for all stakeholders.

Doug Paulus

Vice President

Los Angeles

My primary focus is providing innovative and strategic advice to my clients and developing long-term relationships.

Razmig Arzoumanian

Senior Advisor

New York

I enjoy looking for synergies between businesses and people in the dynamic, fast-paced and exciting aviation market.

Bob Edmonds

Senior Advisor

Los Angeles

Global Leadership

Coaching highly motivated, gifted and dedicated individuals to provide exceptional outcomes for our clients and contribute to the growth and success of Lincoln International is what drives me each day.

Robert Barr

Managing Director | Co-head of Europe

Chicago

I am enthusiastic about creating sustainable growth and the highest value for our clients and strive to leave a positive footprint beyond any successful M&A transaction.

Friedrich Bieselt

Managing Director & Head of Business Services, Europe

Frankfurt

I enjoy leading clients and realizing their objectives, while structuring solutions to issues that are both intriguing and challenging.

Øyvind Bjordal

Managing Director | Head of Switzerland

Zurich

My goal is to inspire and motivate our people to make a true impact with their clients, their colleagues and their communities.

Robert Brown

CEO | Managing Director | GP-Director

Chicago

Sound advice coupled with deep sector knowledge and international reach is how I add value and lead to successful outcomes for my clients.

Gunnar Brundin

Managing Director

Stockholm

Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.

Dr. Michael Drill

Managing Director | Head of Germany

Frankfurt

I strive to be professional, honest and hard-working. By helping clients execute strategic M&A transactions, I am contributing to making the world better.

Tetsuya Fujii

Managing Director | CEO Japan

Tokyo

I enjoy the opportunity to provide clients with insightful and unbiased advice that will help them make the most informed decisions possible.

Ron Kahn

Managing Director & Co-head of Valuations & Opinions

Chicago

I am inspired by working with clients who are talented, entrepreneurial and ethical to achieve their goals, and alongside colleagues who are passionate about building the best mid-market investment banking advisory firm.

Lawrence (Jim) Lawson

Chairman | GP-Director

Chicago

My approach to navigating clients toward success is to listen and deeply understand their needs and objectives, and provide tailored solutions to achieve their goals.

Dominique Lecendreux

Managing Director | CEO France

Paris

My approach to building a relationship with each and every client begins and ends with trust. I want to be viewed as a true advisor, focused on our client’s long-term success.

Eric Malchow

President | Managing Director

Chicago

The opportunity to advise accomplished business professionals and be part of their growth story and value creation is what keeps me inspired to work in this industry

Gaurav Marathe

Managing Director | CEO India

Mumbai

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