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Military/Government/Technical
AcquisitionsMay 7, 2026, 06:57 AM

VSE Completes $2.025B Acquisition of Precision Aviation Group

AI Summary

VSE Corporation announced the completion of its acquisition of Precision Aviation Group (PAG) for approximately $2.025 billion. The deal, which closed on May 5, 2026, involved $1.75 billion in cash and $275 million in equity, with a potential additional $125 million earnout. This strategic acquisition is expected to significantly expand VSE's global footprint and repair capabilities, increasing its revenue by about 50% on a pro forma 2025 basis and immediately improving Adjusted EBITDA margins. The transaction was financed through VSE's February 2026 equity and tangible equity unit offerings, alongside a new $900 million Term Loan B facility and an upsized revolving credit facility.

Key Highlights

  • VSE completed the acquisition of Precision Aviation Group (PAG) on May 5, 2026.
  • The total purchase price was approximately $2.025 billion.
  • Consideration included $1.75 billion in cash and $275 million in equity issued to GenNx.
  • Up to an additional $125 million contingent earnout payment is based on 2026 performance.
  • The transaction was funded by February 2026 equity offerings and a new $900 million Term Loan B.
  • The acquisition is expected to increase VSE's revenue by approximately 50% on a pro forma 2025 basis.
  • It is expected to be immediately accretive to VSE's Adjusted EBITDA margins.
  • VSE's existing senior secured revolving credit facility was upsized from $400 million to $500 million.