SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS ), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced today that it has completed the previously announced sale of its Public Safety & Security Division (PSS) to Securitas Electronic Security, Inc. At the transaction close, Kratos received $70.7 million in cash, subject to a working cash adjustment, and Kratos expects to ultimately receive approximately $70 million of net cash proceeds from the transaction, net of related transaction expenses, as previously described. With the closing of this transaction, Kratos’ pro forma cash balance at April 1, 2018 would have been $198.5 million, with pro forma net leverage of approximately 2.0X.
Eric DeMarco, Kratos’ President and CEO, said, "This divestiture continues the successful execution of Kratos' strategy of being a high technology, product and systems aerospace and defense company. Kratos is the recognized industry leader in the development, demonstration and fielding of affordable systems and this divestiture will allow us greater focus and financial flexibility for our high growth core businesses, including unmanned aerial drones, satellite communications, missile defense, training systems and microwave electronics."
Canaccord Genuity served as exclusive financial advisor to Kratos in connection with the transaction and Paul Hastings LLP served as legal counsel.
About Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: KTOS ) develops transformative, affordable technology for the Department of Defense and commercial customers. Kratos is changing the way breakthrough technology for these industries are brought to market through proactive research and a streamlined development process. Kratos specializes in unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training and combat systems. For more information go to www.kratosdefense.com .
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