AEVEX CORP. O.N.

Aevex announced a $41 million contract to deliver one-way attack systems (loitering munitions), strengthening the company’s position as a key supplier of autonomous attack platforms to the U.S. government. The company had previously secured other large orders and beat consensus estimates for revenue and earnings in Q2 2026. All seven covering Wall Street analysts rate the stock buy/strong buy, and the consensus price target signals substantial upside; the shares rose 2.7% in after-hours trading despite a largely unmoved broader market. » More on de.investing.com

AEVEX has signed a definitive agreement to acquire BlackSea Technologies for up to $650 million, consisting of roughly $250 million in cash, about $350 million in Class A shares (approximately 12.7 million shares at $27.50) and a $50 million performance‑based earn‑out payment. Closing is expected in September 2026 and is subject to the Hart‑Scott‑Rodino waiting period and other customary conditions. BlackSea operates a 57,000 sq ft production facility in Baltimore and expects roughly $150 million in revenue for fiscal 2026; the combined company is expected to offer an expanded portfolio of unmanned air, surface and underwater systems as well as related software and manufacturing capacity. » More on de.investing.com

AEVEX has appointed Chelsey Thomas as Vice President of Government Affairs. Thomas will lead the strategy for engagement with federal and local government agencies and brings more than 25 years of experience in national security and federal policy, most recently at Booz Allen Hamilton. Previously, she served for many years on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, where she was responsible for oversight, legislative work, and budget reviews for the intelligence community. » More on de.investing.com