Connectivity solutions maker, Molex, is acquiring Smiths Interconnect, a subsidiary of UK-based Smiths Group plc. Smiths is knowns for its high-reliability connectivity products serving the aerospace and defence, medical, semiconductor test and industrial markets.
“Molex is excited to reinforce our commitment to the aerospace and defense market with the acquisition of Smiths Interconnect,” said Joe Nelligan, CEO, Molex.
The acquisition is a strategic plan to further strengthen Molex in aerospace and defence sectors, following its acquisition of AirBorn last November.
“The combination of Molex’s global scale, capabilities and financial stability with Smiths Interconnect’s complementary technologies, products, customers and footprint will enable us to expand our aerospace and defense business and support customers in new and innovative ways,” said Nelligan.
Smiths Interconnect designs and manufactures innovative electronic components, along with microwave, optical and radio frequency products and subsystems that connect, protect and control critical applications.
Smiths Interconnect has 21 sales, R&D and manufacturing locations across 12 countries, including the US, UK, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Italy, Tunisia, India, China and Singapore.
The acquisition is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. More information will be shared at that time. Jones Day is acting as Molex’s legal advisor and Rothschild & Co is serving as Molex’s exclusive financial advisor.
