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July 7, 2025 | BUSINESS WIREEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Moog Inc., a worldwide designer, manufacturer and systems integrator of high-performance precision motion and fluid controls and control systems, announced the acquisition of COTSWORKS Inc., an aerospace and defense fiber optics transceiver component manufacturer, for a purchase price of $63 million. The transaction is subject to customary purchase price adjustments and was paid using a combination of cash and shares of the Company’s Class A common stock.
COTSWORKS specializes in designing and manufacturing ruggedized fiber optic transceivers and assemblies used in major aerospace and defense programs across both U.S. and international markets. These mission-critical components deliver high-bandwidth speeds with compact signal density, enabling enhanced digitalization solutions across space, air, land and sea domains.
Moog will expand its existing Space and Defense component portfolio through the integration of COTSWORKS technologies. This acquisition also facilitates the development of next-generation, fully integrated electronics, sensors and data network management solutions. These future products further Moog’s customer focus by offering innovative solutions addressing the emerging needs of handling high-bandwidth digital data processing within increasingly compact platforms.
“The acquisition of COTSWORKS strengthens Moog’s ability to deliver differentiated, edge-ready electronic systems that meet the evolving demands of our aerospace and defense customers,” said Joe Alfieri, President of Moog’s Space and Defense Segment. “The addition of their technology broadens our presence across major platforms while accelerating innovation in ruggedized, high-speed communication components and systems.”
“We are proud to bring nearly two decades of innovation and industry-leading platforms to Moog,” said Ken Applebaum, CEO and founder of COTSWORKS. “Moog’s specialized capabilities and leading positions in key aerospace and defense programs will enable us to continue growing our opto-electronic, interconnect, subassembly and test elemental platforms.”
Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Ohio, COTSWORKS employs over 120 people and is a leading provider of high-performance fiber optic solutions for aerospace and defense customers. The company’s strong record of innovation and operational excellence has established it as a trusted partner in developing next-generation systems for the industry’s most challenging environments.
The acquisition supports Moog’s strategic focus on high-performance connectivity and next-generation defense and space technologies and lays a foundation for future innovation and customer collaboration. The transaction is not expected to materially impact Moog’s financial results for 2025.
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