Cadre Holdings to Acquire Alpha Safety
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The acquisition of Alpha Safety by Cadre Holdings represents a strategic move to diversify Cadre's portfolio into the nuclear safety industry. This industry is characterized by high barriers to entry due to the stringent regulatory requirements and the need for specialized technology. Alpha Safety's 29 patents and established relationships with critical governmental departments underscore its competitive advantage and the potential for stable, recurring revenue streams.
From a market perspective, the nuclear safety sector is expected to grow in response to heightened global emphasis on energy security and safe nuclear operations. The acquisition not only opens a new vertical for Cadre but also aligns with broader market trends, such as the push for clean energy and the management of hazardous waste. Cadre's expansion into this market could potentially enhance its overall valuation by adding a business with strong demand and a protected market position.
The financial details of the transaction, with Cadre Holdings acquiring Alpha Safety for $106.5 million, suggest a calculated investment in a high-margin business. With an anticipated revenue of approximately $44 million for the year ending December 31, 2023, the valuation metrics will be a key focus for investors. The funding through cash and increased term debt underlines Cadre's solid balance sheet and its ability to finance strategic growth initiatives.
Investors will likely scrutinize the deal's impact on Cadre's leverage and liquidity, as well as the potential for earnings accretion. The transaction's success will be measured by Cadre's ability to integrate Alpha Safety effectively and realize synergies, which could lead to enhanced shareholder value. The stated intent to pursue additional acquisitions in this space indicates a proactive approach to scaling within the nuclear safety vertical, which may be well-received if it leads to further market consolidation and improved economies of scale.
The specialized nature of the nuclear safety industry means that compliance with strict regulation is paramount. Alpha Safety's entrenched relationships with the Departments of Energy and Defense, coupled with its significant intellectual property moats, such as its 29 patents, provide it with a protected market position that is difficult for competitors to replicate. This legal protection is crucial in maintaining a competitive edge and ensuring long-term contracts with government entities, which are typically subject to rigorous procurement standards.
The transaction's closure is contingent on customary closing conditions, which likely include regulatory approvals and the absence of any material adverse changes. Given the sensitive nature of the products and services involved, the due diligence process will have been comprehensive, focusing on compliance protocols, intellectual property rights and contractual obligations. The strategic importance of the acquisition to Cadre's diversification efforts suggests that legal scrutiny will continue to be high post-acquisition to safeguard the investment and facilitate seamless integration.
Adds Leading Provider of Highly Engineered, Technical Safety Products and Services Spanning the Nuclear Value Chain
Further Diversifies Platform of High-Margin, Mission-Critical Safety Businesses with Recurring Revenues
Management Will Host a Conference Call Today at 11:00 a.m. ET to Discuss the Transaction
Founded in 1986, Alpha Safety is a global provider of highly engineered, technical products and services focused on radiation protection and safety in mission-critical operating environments. It offers a diversified suite of capabilities, including ventilation and containment, engineered containers, field services and maintenance, advanced transportation containers, specialty filters and radiometric instrumentation. Alpha Safety has 40+ year entrenched relationships with key Environmental Safety, National Security and Nuclear Energy customers, who rely upon the company’s proprietary products and services to protect critical operational personnel and the environment. With 29 patents, strict regulation and compliance protocols, and significant IP moats, Alpha Safety maintains a protected market position due to the technical nature of its products. The business is expected to generate approximately
Warren B. Kanders, Chairman and CEO of Cadre, said, “Alpha Safety is an ideal Cadre business. It is a leading manufacturer of engineered technical products supporting mission-critical initiatives with highly-visible, recurring revenue and compelling growth opportunities with entrenched customers. At the center of a global effort to ensure safe nuclear operations and hazardous waste handling, Alpha Safety has a long history of strong demand from the Departments of Energy and Defense, customers who prioritize performance, reliability, quality control and technical expertise. The business maintains leading positions across all its key product lines.”
Mr. Kanders added, “Our agreement to acquire Alpha Safety is an important next step in diversifying Cadre’s platform and we are pleased to deliver on an objective we set at the time of our IPO. Entering an attractive new vertical with a large and growing total addressable market, adjacent to our core safety focus, was a strategic imperative, and we are pleased to capitalize on this opportunity. Based on complex and evolving industry needs and macro tailwinds, nuclear safety presents an opportunity for consistent organic growth and the ability to augment that growth through selected acquisitions. We look forward to partnering with the Alpha Safety team to execute our growth plan and are confident that our operating model will help to achieve exceptional results as we integrate the business with Cadre.”
The transaction is anticipated to close in the first quarter of 2024, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, and is expected to be funded through available cash on the Company’s balance sheet and an increase in term debt under its existing credit facility. Houlihan Lokey served as the exclusive financial advisor to Alpha Safety.
Conference Call
Management will host a conference call today, February 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. ET to discuss the transaction. To participate in the call, please dial 800-715-9871 (domestic) or 646-307-1963 (international). The passcode is 3272793. Please dial into the call at least five minutes before the scheduled start time. The conference call will also be available via a live listen-only webcast and can be accessed through the Investor Relations section of Cadre’s website, https://www.cadre-holdings.com. For interested individuals unable to join the live conference call, a replay of the call will be available through March 5, 2024 at 800-770-2030 or 609-800-9909 (international). The passcode for the call and replay is 3272793. An online archive of the webcast will be available on the Company’s website.
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