ADI American Distributors

ADI American Distributors (“ADI”) is a leading global provider of mission-critical electronic and electromechanical components, sub-assemblies and related services for aerospace and defense applications. The company serves as a critical link between suppliers and Tier I/Prime contractors, guaranteeing the highest standards of quality, safety, compliance and reliability. The company operates six distribution and assembly facilities worldwide that are intentionally proximate to key growth hubs of global industry activity in the U.S., U.K. and India. ADI’s exceptional growth and track record over the past 40+ years is a direct result of the company’s core principles of quality, service, innovation and value.

A PORTFOLIO COMPANY OF

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HAS BEEN ACQUIRED BY

Electronic Components & Services

Situation

BlackArch was retained by ADI, Stonebridge Partners and Promus Equity Partners to serve as the company’s exclusive financial advisor.

BlackArch’s Customized Solution

BlackArch leveraged its deep sector expertise and executed a highly customized and targeted sellside process that enabled management to remain focused on driving operational performance and strategic growth. The transaction further reinforces BlackArch’s strong momentum across the aerospace & defense and distribution sectors and exemplifies the firm’s ability to deliver exceptional outcomes for high-growth, market-leading businesses.

Outcome

BlackArch delivered a premium outcome for ADI and its shareholders through a strategic transaction with AAR CORP. The complementary acquisition immediately expanded AAR’s parts distribution activity with new additional product lines and extensive OEM relationships.

Industries:

Aerospace & Defense, Distribution

Location:

Randolph, NJ

Transaction type:

Sellside Advisory