Top Aces Completes Acquisition of Select Global International

Aegis Software Acquires Simio

January 29, 2026

Software

Aegis Software has completed its acquisition of Simio, combining Aegis’ manufacturing execution and operations software with Simio’s digital twin simulation and advanced planning and scheduling capabilities to create an integrated manufacturing operations platform. The deal, backed by Peak Rock Capital (Aegis' sponsor), expands Aegis’ product breadth and positions the combined company to serve global manufacturers with end-to-end execution, planning, and simulation tools; Simio’s founder will remain a shareholder.

Service Express Acquires Top Gun Technology

February 12, 2025

IT Services

Service Express, a data center and infrastructure solutions provider, has acquired Top Gun Technology, a Greater Minneapolis-based data center maintenance and mission-critical support services provider. The acquisition expands Service Express' multivendor maintenance and managed infrastructure capabilities—particularly in mainframe and complex enterprise storage support—and integrates Top Gun's specialized workforce and ITAD capabilities into Service Express' global service portfolio.

Firan Technology Group Corporation Acquires FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd.

December 20, 2024

Aerospace & Defense

Firan Technology Group Corporation (FTG) has acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd. under a court-approved plan of arrangement, with closing announced December 20, 2024. The deal, which used a mix of cash and FTG shares as consideration (subject to pro-ration and caps), expands FTG's presence in the commercial aerospace aftermarket and adds FLYHT's SATCOM hardware and data/analytics capabilities to FTG's portfolio.

CAE to Buy Majority Stake in SIMCOM Aviation Training Joint Venture From Volo Sicuro

November 4, 2024

Aerospace & Defense

CAE will increase its ownership stake in its SIMCOM Aviation Training (SIMCOM) joint venture by purchasing a majority of SIMCOM shares from Volo Sicuro for $230 million, subject to customary adjustments. The transaction is expected to close in the coming days and will be financed with CAE’s existing credit facility and cash on hand, while Flexjet will retain a minority stake. CAE and SIMCOM will also extend exclusive business aviation training services agreements with Flexjet and its affiliates by 5 years, extending the exclusivity period to 15 years.

Morgan Stanley PE Secondaries and Clairvest Invest Growth Capital in Top Aces

May 31, 2023

Aerospace & Defense

Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Private Equity Secondaries and Clairvest Group completed a growth equity investment in Top Aces alongside existing shareholder CDPQ. The capital will support expansion of Top Aces' aircraft fleet and the international growth of its adversary air and JTAC training services.

Hickey & Associates Acquires CAI Global Group

October 20, 2022

Professional Services

Hickey & Associates has acquired CAI Global Group to expand its site selection, incentives, data analytics, and supply chain advisory capabilities in Canada and create a unified North American service platform. CAI's leadership and customer contracts will operate under the Hickey Canada brand, with CAI's Marc Beauchamp named Managing Director of Hickey Canada.