McStarlite Co. Finds New Home with Standex International Corporation
Deal News | Mar 06, 2025 | Oaklins Cavendish
McStarlite Co., a leading player in the aerospace metal forming sector, has been successfully acquired by Standex International Corporation. The strategic acquisition was facilitated by Oaklins Janes Capital, an aerospace, defense, and security advisory firm. The involvement of Oaklins Cavendish highlights a broader advisory collaboration. The acquisition aims to bolster Standex International's existing portfolio in the specialized aerospace sector. This deal reflects the ongoing consolidation trend within the aerospace supply chain, where strategic acquisitions are key for industry players seeking to enhance capabilities and market reach.
Sectors
- Aerospace and Defense
- Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory
Geography
- United States – Standex International Corporation is a U.S.-based company, and the involvement of Oaklins Janes Capital, also based in the U.S., further emphasizes the geographic focus.
Industry
- Aerospace and Defense – The acquisition of McStarlite Co., a specialist in aerospace metal forming, falls within the Aerospace and Defense industry.
- Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory – The roles of Oaklins Janes Capital and Oaklins Cavendish as advisors on the transaction highlight the importance of M&A advisory in the deal.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| McStarlite Co. | Target Company | Company | A leading specialist in aerospace metal forming. |
| Standex International Corporation | Bidding Company | Company | A strategic acquirer involved in the acquisition of McStarlite Co. |
| Oaklins Janes Capital | Aerospace, Defense and Security Advisory | Company | An advisory team focusing on aerospace, defense, and security that facilitated the transaction. |
| Oaklins Cavendish | Advisor | Company | The entity that announced the deal. |