Overwatch Systems sold for $325m

Textron Systems has reached an agreement to acquire Overwatch Systems for a purchase price of approximately $325m.
Overwatch Systems develops intelligence analysis tools and communications products for the US Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security,
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‘As with the recent acquisition of Innovative Survivability Technologies (IST), Overwatch products and technologies clearly complement our existing portfolio,’ said Richard J. Millman, president of Textron Systems. ‘This addition of exceptional intelligence analysis capabilities will allow us to more fully address the emerging needs of our government and other customers in this dynamic wartime and global environment while also gaining some of the industry's top talent.’
Millman added, ‘Due to high customer demand and the complementary nature of these products with our existing platforms, we expect this acquisition to result in annual revenues exceeding $300m over the next five years.’
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