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HEICO Corporation Completes the Acquisition of Pioneer Industries
Aerospace & DefenseMergers and Acquisitions

HEICO Corporation Completes the Acquisition of Pioneer Industries

March 18, 2022 8:30 AM

Flight Support Group Acquires Leading Specialty Defense Spares DistributorFARMINGDALE, NY and MIAMI, FL / ACCESSWIRE / March 18, 2022 / HEICO Corporation (NYSE:HEI.A and HEI) today announced that its Flight Support Group completed the acquisition of Pioneer Industries. On February 10, 2022, HEICO announced that it entered into an agreement, subject to regulatory approval which was subsequently received, to acquire Pioneer. The Purchase was...

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FLYHT and Swoop Partner to Reduce Emissions
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

FLYHT and Swoop Partner to Reduce Emissions

March 16, 2022 7:04 AM

Receives Support from Alberta Innovates for Environmental Leading InitiativeCALGARY, AB / ACCESSWIRE / March 16, 2022 / FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd. (TSXV:FLY)(OTCQX:FLYLF) (the "Company" or "FLYHT") announced that FLYHT is partnering with Swoop Airlines to reduce emissions by eliminating non-essential Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) usage. The program is partially funded through a grant of $150,000 from the Alberta Innovates Product Demonstration...

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Calian Completes Acquisition of US Managed Service Provider Computex
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

Calian Completes Acquisition of US Managed Service Provider Computex

March 16, 2022 6:30 AM

Transformative acquisition puts Calian on the path to becoming a leading Managed Detection & Response organization in North AmericaComputex offers a direct sales force, cybersecurity experts, an enterprise-grade hardened network operations centre and security operations centre, over 1,100 US customers and best-in-breed technology partnersCAD$38M acquisition is expected to add CAD$75M in annual businessOTTAWA, ON / ACCESSWIRE / March 16, 2022...

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HEICO Corporation Subsidiary Acquires Leading Satellite Filter Company
Aerospace & DefenseMergers and Acquisitions

HEICO Corporation Subsidiary Acquires Leading Satellite Filter Company

March 14, 2022 8:30 AM

Lucix Corporation Purchases Flight Microwave CorporationCAMARILLO, CA and MIAMI, FL / ACCESSWIRE / March 14, 2022 / HEICO Corporation (NYSE:HEI.A)(NYSE:HEI) today announced that its Lucix subsidiary acquired 100% of the stock of Flight Microwave Corporation ("Flight Microwave") in an all cash transaction. Further financial terms and details were not disclosed.HEICO stated that it expects the acquisition to be accretive to its earnings in the...

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Cyberlux Corporation (OTC PINK:CYBL) Exceeds its February Revenue Plan by 41% and Records 11% Month to Month Growth to Drive the Company's Key Accomplishments for the Month of February 2022
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

Cyberlux Corporation (OTC PINK:CYBL) Exceeds its February Revenue Plan by 41% and Records 11% Month to Month Growth to Drive the Company's Key Accomplishments for the Month of February 2022

March 10, 2022 4:20 PM

The Company Exceeded Its February Plan by 41 Percent and Increased Revenue by 11 Percent Month-to-Month as One of Many Key Milestones Achieved During February 2022RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC / ACCESSWIRE / March 10, 2022 / Today, Cyberlux Corporation, (OTC PINK:CYBL), an advanced digital technology platform company leading the digital transformation evolution across industries with breakthrough Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and...

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Optex Systems Announces $2.1 Million Order for Optical Assemblies
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

Optex Systems Announces $2.1 Million Order for Optical Assemblies

March 1, 2022 4:05 PM

RICHARDSON, TX / ACCESSWIRE / March 1, 2022 / Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems for domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications, announced today it has been awarded $2.1 Million as part of a multi-year strategic supplier agreement with a domestic manufacturer of premium optical devices. The products will be manufactured at the Applied Optics Center (AOC)...

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Cyberlux Corporation (OTC:CYBL) and ARG Group, LLC Partner to Accelerate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Advanced Lighting Solutions Business with the U.S. Department of Defense, Government Agencies and Global Commercial Markets
Aerospace & DefensePartnerships

Cyberlux Corporation (OTC:CYBL) and ARG Group, LLC Partner to Accelerate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Advanced Lighting Solutions Business with the U.S. Department of Defense, Government Agencies and Global Commercial Markets

March 1, 2022 3:35 PM

The Company announces its Channel Business Partnership with ARG Group, LLC to further Accelerate the Delivery of the FlightEye Drone Platform, Cyberlux LED Lighting Systems and Solar Power Generation ProductsRESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC / ACCESSWIRE / March 1, 2022 / Today, Cyberlux Corporation, (OTC PINK:CYBL), an advanced digital technology platform company leading the digital transformation evolution across industries with breakthrough...

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FLYHT Receives TSX Venture Exchange Approval for Acquisition of CrossConsense
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

FLYHT Receives TSX Venture Exchange Approval for Acquisition of CrossConsense

March 1, 2022 7:04 AM

CALGARY, AB / ACCESSWIRE / March 1, 2022 / FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd. (TSXV:FLY)(OTCQX:FLYLF) (the "Company" or "FLYHT") today announced that it has received approval from the TSX Venture Exchange for the proposed acquisition of CrossConsense GmbH & Co. KG ("CrossConsense"). The arms' length acquisition of CrossConsense is expected to accelerate FLYHT's strategic roadmap to build out a maintenance capability, and will fulfill the...

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FLYHT Bolsters Leadership Team with Industry Veteran Bruce Gowling
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

FLYHT Bolsters Leadership Team with Industry Veteran Bruce Gowling

February 24, 2022 7:04 AM

CALGARY, AB / ACCESSWIRE / February 24, 2022 / FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd.(TSX-V:FLY) (OTCQX:FLYLF) (the "Company" or "FLYHT") today announced that veteran aviation executive Bruce Gowling has joined FLYHT to lead the Company's solutions sales group as the Director of Digital Transformation & Data Solutions. Bruce brings nearly 30 years of experience in providing high value technical solutions to the airline industry and has the...

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HEICO Corporation Reports 23% Increase in Quarterly Operating Income and 13% Quarterly Organic Net Sales Growth
Aerospace & DefenseEarnings

HEICO Corporation Reports 23% Increase in Quarterly Operating Income and 13% Quarterly Organic Net Sales Growth

February 23, 2022 4:15 PM

1st Quarter of Fiscal 2022 Net Income up 23% on Operating Income Increase of 23% and Net Sales Increase of 17%HOLLYWOOD, FL and MIAMI, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 23, 2022 / HEICO CORPORATION (NYSE:HEI.A)(NYSE:HEI) today reported an increase in net income of 23% to $86.9 million, or $.63 per diluted share, in the first quarter of fiscal 2022, up from $70.6 million, or $.51 per diluted share, in the first quarter of fiscal 2021.While net income,...

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Flair Airlines Strengthens Commitment to Kitchener-Waterloo With New Aircraft and 50+ New Jobs
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

Flair Airlines Strengthens Commitment to Kitchener-Waterloo With New Aircraft and 50+ New Jobs

February 23, 2022 12:30 PM

Canada's independent low fare airline will base a third aircraft in Kitchener-WaterlooEach aircraft brings increased passengers, greater connectivity, and approximately 50 additional direct and indirect jobs to the regionNew service to Charlottetown and Saint John from Kitchener-Waterloo starts in JuneKITCHENER, ON / ACCESSWIRE / February 23, 2022 / Today, Flair Airlines, Canada's everyday low fare airline, announced the expansion of its base...

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MicroVision Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences
Aerospace & DefenseConferences

MicroVision Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences

February 21, 2022 9:20 AM

Aegis: February 25, 2022Investor Summit: March 9, 2022REDMOND, WA / ACCESSWIRE / February 21, 2022 / MicroVision, Inc. (NASDAQ:MVIS), a leader in MEMS-based solid-state automotive lidar and ADAS solutions, today announced that management will participate in two upcoming investor conferences to provide an update on recent business highlights.Aegis Virtual Investor Event on February 25, 2022:Management will present in a virtual group webcast at...

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MicroVision to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results on February 24, 2022
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

MicroVision to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results on February 24, 2022

February 17, 2022 4:01 PM

REDMOND, WA / ACCESSWIRE / February 17, 2022 / MicroVision, Inc. (NASDAQ:MVIS), a leader in MEMS-based solid-state automotive lidar and ADAS solutions, today announced that it will report its fourth quarter and full year 2021 results on Thursday, February 24, 2022 after the close of the market.The Company will subsequently hold a conference call and webcast, consisting of prepared remarks by management, a slide presentation, and a...

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Calian Reports on the Election of Directors Voting Results
Aerospace & DefenseManagement Changes

Calian Reports on the Election of Directors Voting Results

February 15, 2022 5:10 PM

OTTAWA, ON / ACCESSWIRE / February 15, 2022 / The following matter was voted upon at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Calian Group Ltd. (TSX:CGY), held on February 11, 2022 in Ottawa, Ontario. This and other matters voted upon are described in greater detail in the Notice of Annual Meeting of Shareholders dated December 14, 2021 and Management Proxy Circular dated December 14, 2021.Detailed results of the vote for the election of directors...

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Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. Announces Three Months Ended January 2, 2022 Financial Highlights
Aerospace & DefenseEarnings

Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. Announces Three Months Ended January 2, 2022 Financial Highlights

February 14, 2022 4:05 PM

RICHARDSON, TX / ACCESSWIRE / February 14, 2022 / Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems for domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications, announced financial highlights for the three months ended January 2, 2022.Danny Schoening, CEO of Optex Systems Holdings, Inc., commented, "With the increase in backlog compared to the prior year period, we are seeing strong...

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Estes Industries, LLC's Quality Management System Receives ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

Estes Industries, LLC's Quality Management System Receives ISO 9001:2015 Certification

February 10, 2022 1:00 PM

PENROSE, CO / ACCESSWIRE / February 10, 2022 / Estes Industries, LLC. manufacturer of Estes model rockets an industry leader in safety, is pleased to announce it received International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 certification for its quality management system. Achieving this certification confirms Estes's commitment and dedication to quality and continuous improvement.The International Organization for Standardization (ISO)...

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HEICO Corporation Agrees To Acquire Leading Specialty Defense Spares Distributor
Aerospace & DefenseMergers and Acquisitions

HEICO Corporation Agrees To Acquire Leading Specialty Defense Spares Distributor

February 10, 2022 11:45 AM

Flight Support Group to Acquire Pioneer IndustriesFARMINGDALE, NY and MIAMI, FL / ACCESSWIRE / February 10, 2022 / HEICO Corporation (NYSE:HEI.A)(NYSE:HEI) today announced its Flight Support Group entered into an agreement to acquire 74% of Pioneer Industries, LLC for cash at closing, plus potential additional cash consideration to be paid if certain post-closing earnings levels are attained. Additional financial details were not disclosed.HEICO...

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Calian Declares a Quarterly Dividend of $0.28 Per Share
Aerospace & DefenseDividends

Calian Declares a Quarterly Dividend of $0.28 Per Share

February 9, 2022 4:35 PM

OTTAWA, ON / ACCESSWIRE / February 9, 2022 / Calian Group Ltd. (TSX:CGY), a diverse products and services company providing innovative healthcare, communications, learning and cybersecurity solutions, today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.28 per share. The dividend is payable March 9, 2022 to shareholders of record as of February 23, 2022. Dividends paid by the Corporation are considered "eligible dividend" for tax purposes.All amounts in...

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Calian Displays Continued Growth Momentum With Diversification and Expanding Margins – First Quarter Results FY22
Aerospace & DefenseEarnings

Calian Displays Continued Growth Momentum With Diversification and Expanding Margins – First Quarter Results FY22

February 9, 2022 4:32 PM

(All amounts in release are in Canadian dollars)OTTAWA, ON / ACCESSWIRE / February 9, 2022 / Calian Group Ltd. (TSX:CGY), a diverse product and services company providing innovative solutions for the healthcare, communications, learning and security sectors, today released its results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2021.Calian Group Ltd. (the "Company") reported double-digit revenue growth, expanding margins and strong EBITDA...

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Cyberlux Corporation (OTC:CYBL) Exceeds its January Revenue Plan by 28% to Drive the Company’s Key Accomplishments for the Month of January 2022
Aerospace & DefenseCompany Update

Cyberlux Corporation (OTC:CYBL) Exceeds its January Revenue Plan by 28% to Drive the Company’s Key Accomplishments for the Month of January 2022

February 9, 2022 2:45 PM

The Company exceeded its January Revenue Plan by 28 percent and saw 13 percent Month-to-Month Revenue Growth as one of many Key Milestones achieved during January 2022RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC / ACCESSWIRE / February 9, 2022 / Today, Cyberlux Corporation, (OTC:CYBL), an advanced digital technology platform company leading the digital transformation evolution across industries with breakthrough Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and...

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