Calspan Corporation
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Calspan Corporation - overview
Established
1943
Location
Buffalo, NY, US
Primary Industry
Business Support Services
About
Based in the US, Calspan Corporation provides specialized testing and technology development services for the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries, facilitating innovation and safety through advanced methodologies. Calspan Corporation, founded in 1943, operates from Buffalo, US, and specializes in testing services for aerospace, defense, and automotive sectors. In March 2023, TransDigm Group, Inc. acquired Calspan for USD 725.
00 mn, enhancing their capabilities in aftermarket-focused development and testing services. Calspan Aerospace, Defense, and Automotive Testing offers a comprehensive range of testing and technology development services. Key services include advanced transonic wind tunnel testing, airborne flight experimentation, and crash testing. Clients, including major aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors, and automotive firms, utilize Calspan's facilities to tackle complex technical challenges and ensure product safety and performance.
Calspan generates revenue primarily through B2B contracts with clients in aerospace, defense, and automotive sectors. The project-based service model results in tailored contracts for specific testing needs, reflecting revenue streams from various flagship services, including specialized wind tunnel tests and crash testing protocols. Following the acquisition finalized on 2023-03-14, Calspan plans to enhance its market presence and operational stability under TransDigm Group. The acquisition aims to bolster its capabilities in the aerospace and defense sectors, particularly in aftermarket services.
Future initiatives will focus on expanding into new markets, leveraging TransDigm's resources to strengthen its service offerings in these industries.
Current Investors
TransDigm Group, Inc.
Primary Industry
Business Support Services
Sub Industries
Engineering, Aerospace
Website
www.calspan.com
Verticals
Research (Non-Medical)
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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Calspan Corporation - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on | Completed | Calspan Corporation | - | ||||||||
| Trade Sale | Completed | Calspan Aero Systems Engineering, Inc. | - |
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