Acquiring Company
Rocket Lab
Acquired Company
Iridium Communications
DetroitMcleanFinancial ServicesMedia And EntertainmentMobileAnalyticsOnline MediaHardwareSecurityCommunitiesSatellite CommunicationWirelessDescription
Rocket Lab Corp. has fully financed its pending acquisition of Iridium Communications Inc. after raising $1.94 billion through an equity offering. The company anticipates the transaction to close in mid-2027, subject to regulatory approvals. The acquisition aims to leverage Iridium's existing operations and financing. Iridium's debt will remain in place, facilitating the deal without triggering existing credit agreement provisions.
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Who acquired Iridium Communications?
Iridium Communications was acquired by Rocket Lab, based in Detroit. The deal was reported on September 15, 2026. Rocket Lab is a private aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service provider. They specialize in delivering small payloads to low Earth orbit with their Electron rocket. Rocket Lab is privately held and operates in Financial Services.
When did Rocket Lab acquire Iridium Communications?
Rocket Lab's acquisition of Iridium Communications was reported on September 15, 2026. Rocket Lab Corp. has fully financed its pending acquisition of Iridium Communications Inc. after raising $1.94 billion through an equity offering. The company anticipates the transaction to close in mid-2027, subject to regulatory approvals. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Iridium Communications do?
Iridium® is the only mobile voice and data satellite communications network that spans the entire globe. Iridium enables connections between people, organizations and assets to and from anywhere, in real time. It is publicly traded (IRDM), operating in Hardware, and is based in Mclean.
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