M&A in the Defence and Security Sector

In today's rapidly changing global landscape, the defence and security sector stands at the forefront of some of the most critical developments affecting nations and corporations.

The sector is characterized by significant political awareness, a push for investments across several sub-sectors, stringent regulatory environments, and the need for cutting-edge technological advancements. A key focus is on cross-border transactions and strategic advisory services that can help businesses capitalize on growth and expansion opportunities, while also navigating and mitigating the risks inherent in the sector.

Our experts provide comprehensive legal and strategic support to clients in the defence sector.

Our advice

We advise domestic and foreign clients on all aspects of M&A transactions related to investments in, purchases and sales of businesses within the defence and security sector, both in and outside of Denmark. We combine highly developed legal skills and a profound understanding of the defence-specific commercial aspects of each transaction while at the same time taking relevant Danish and international transaction practices within the highly regulated defence and security sector into due consideration.

Strategic advisory: We offer strategic guidance, combining legal acumen with a profound understanding of the defence-specific commercial aspects of each transaction. We assist clients in identifying opportunities, evaluating risks, and formulating sound strategies for successful M&A transactions in the defence sector.
Transaction structuring: We assist in structuring M&A transactions to optimize outcomes. Our team ensures that deals align with industry best practices while adhering to relevant Danish and international transaction norms within the defence and security sector.
Technology transfer and intellectual property: Defence companies often possess highly classified or proprietary technologies. During an M&A, managing the transfer of these technologies while safeguarding intellectual property rights is critical. National security interests may limit the transfer of certain technologies to foreign entities.
Long-term contracts and customer relationships: Defence companies often have long-term contracts with government entities. Changes resulting from an M&A, such as changes of ownership or management, can affect these relationships and contract terms, requiring careful navigation.
Due diligence: An insightful approach to due diligence is essential in M&A transactions, especially in the defence industry. We conduct value-adding reviews, identifying legal, financial, and operational risks to ensure that our clients make informed decisions based on a clear understanding of the unique regulatory and compliance challenges in this sector.

Cooperation with relevant practice areas

To ensure that our clients receive specialist advice in all legal areas of M&A in the Defence and Security Industry, we work closely with Kromann Reumert’s specialists within our M&A practice area: