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Mesirow Advises Rosen Aviation on its Sale to Mid-Continent Controls, a wholly-owned subsidiary of HEICO Corporation

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Headquartered in Eugene, Oregon, Rosen Aviation is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced cabin electronics and in-flight entertainment (“IFE”) systems for the business and VIP aviation markets. With nearly 40 years of experience, the company specializes in custom display solutions, control devices and integrated technologies purpose-designed to enhance the passenger experience. Rosen Aviation enjoys a unique pedigree in the business and VIP aviation markets through its widely recognized, innovative product lines that are installed as standard equipment on a significant base of both current production and legacy aircraft.

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Sector focus

C4ISR

- Electronic warfare systems & components
- Radio & communication systems
- Detection system & components

Electrical Systems & Sensors

- Proximity sensors & systems
- Power supply, distribution & conversion
- Lighting

Engineered Systems & Components

- Avionics
- Cabin interiors
- Composites
- Metal fabrication & assemblies
- Actuation & motion control

MRO and Design & Engineering Services

- MRO Services
- Product development
- Software & digital solutions
- Systems engineering & integration

Mobility, Autonomy & Robotics

- Electrification
- Manned & unmanned systems
- Vehicle dynamics

Space & Satellite Systems

- Guidance & stabilization
- Communications components
- Composite & metallic structures
- Power systems

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Mesirow Advises Rosen Aviation on its Sale to Mid-Continent Controls, a wholly-owned subsidiary of HEICO Corporation

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Deals illustrated herein represent a broad cross section of transactions that we have closed in this sector.