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MSM - overview
Established
2006
Location
-, CA, US
Primary Industry
Materials
About
MSM Industries Inc. , based in the US, specializes in the production of advanced engineered materials for critical applications in the maritime and defense sectors, enhancing strength and durability through innovative solutions. Founded in 2006, MSM Industries Inc. operates in the defense and maritime sectors, providing engineered materials.
The company has engaged in one deal as of September 3, 2025. The specific details regarding its founder and any previous ventures are not disclosed. MSM A&D specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced engineered materials and solutions tailored for mission-critical applications in the maritime and defense sectors. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of composites, polymers, and proprietary materials designed for enhanced strength, weight efficiency, and environmental durability.
Notable products include insulative linings and nozzles for solid propellant motors, as well as signature reduction materials that provide electromagnetic and environmental stealth capabilities. MSM A&D collaborates closely with its clients, which include original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and defense contractors, from the conceptual phase through to material qualification, ensuring that customer-specific mission requirements are comprehensively addressed. The company serves clients in North America and Europe, supplying precision-engineered solutions that meet stringent defense and aerospace standards. MSM A&D generates revenue through direct business-to-business transactions with its clientele, primarily consisting of defense and aerospace contractors.
The company engages in long-term partnerships with OEMs, offering services from initial research and development to turnkey manufacturing and refurbishment of reusable platforms. Revenue is derived from the sale of precision-engineered products, including signature reduction materials and composite structures, often structured around project-based contracts that outline specific deliverables and timelines. These transactions typically involve comprehensive program management systems that ensure compliance with quality standards and timely delivery. Furthermore, MSM A&D’s revenue model is reinforced by ongoing collaborative research and development initiatives, allowing for continuous innovation and adaptation to evolving market needs.
In September 2025, Trive Capital acquired MSM, with undisclosed financial terms. This acquisition will enable MSM to strengthen its product services. The company is likely to focus on developing new engineered materials to enhance their product offerings in the defense sector and may target expanding into additional geographical markets in Europe by the end of 2025.
Current Investors
Trive Capital
Primary Industry
Materials
Sub Industries
Aerospace, Defence, Advanced Materials
Website
www.msm-ind.com
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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MSM - 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buyout | Completed | MSM | - |
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