UK Ministry of Defence

government

Last mentioned: Mar 23, 2026

Timeline

Q3 2026 (estimated)
Regulatory Review

Expected window for the UK government to review the deal under national security protocols.
Mar 23, 2026
Airbus Deal Announced

Airbus confirms an agreement to purchase the Ultra Cyber division to bolster its defense portfolio.
Aug 1, 2022
Advent Acquisition

US private equity firm Advent International completes the £2.6B takeover of Ultra Electronics.

Stories mentioning UK Ministry of Defence 1

Airbus Bolsters Defense Portfolio with Acquisition of UK's Ultra Cyber

Airbus has reached an agreement to acquire Ultra Cyber, a specialized UK-based provider of high-grade encryption and cybersecurity solutions. The deal marks a significant expansion of Airbus Defence and Space’s sovereign capabilities within the UK’s national security infrastructure.

Mar 23, 2026 14 sources