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VSE Corporation Announces Strategic Repositioning of Business and Sale of Federal and Defense Segment to Bernhard Capital Partners
Repositioning Business into Two Segments Focused on Distribution and MRO Services Supporting Global Aviation and Fleet Aftermarket Customers ALEXANDRIA,
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[{"type":"text","content":"\nRepositioning Business into Two Segments Focused on Distribution and MRO Services Supporting Global Aviation and Fleet Aftermarket Customers\n\n\n ALEXANDRIA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nVSE Corporation (NASDAQ: VSEC; “VSE”, or the “Company”), a leading provider of aftermarket distribution and maintenance, repair and overhaul (“MRO”) services for air, land and sea transportation assets for commercial and government markets, announced today that the Company has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Federal and Defense segment (“FDS”) to Bernhard Capital Partners (“BCP”) for up to $100 million in total cash consideration.\n\n\nVSE’s decision to sell the business segment concludes a comprehensive strategic review undertaken by the management team and board of directors in response to market and business dynamics. The sale of FDS to BCP is intended to allow VSE to:\n\n\n\nForm a 100% pure-play aftermarket business.\n\n\n\nSimplify VSE into two segments supporting Aviation and Fleet distribution and MRO capabilities.\n\n\n\nTailor capital allocation strategies to high-growth Aviation and Fleet segments, to drive long-term shareholder value.\n\n\n\nDeepen operational focus, accountability, and agility to meet customer needs.\n\n\n\nCreate a distinct and compelling aftermarket services investment profile, appealing to a broader and deeper investor base.\n\n\n\nMANAGEMENT COMMENTARY\n\n\n“Today’s announcement represents a significant milestone in VSE’s transformation to a premier aftermarket product and services company. The sale of our Federal and Defense segment transforms VSE’s portfolio by simplifying our operations and focusing our resources on high-growth, high-margin business opportunities, while improving our growth and profitability profile,” stated John Cuomo, President and CEO of VSE Corporation. “In addition to simplifying our operations, the divestiture of the business segment will increase our exposure to the attractive aviation and fleet aftermarkets and provide additional opportunities for VSE to invest and grow in areas of strategic focus.”\n\n\nMr. Cuomo continued, “We are pleased to have found our Federal and Defense business a new home with BCP, a high-quality, private equity sponsor that will enhance the business strategy and build on a 63-year rich history of government and defense mission-critical support....