APEX Space & Defense Systems: Revolutionizing Aerospace Manufacturing with Unitech Composites

Unitech Composites, a leading supplier to NASA's Space Shuttle program, has recently been acquired by Charger Investment Partners, a renowned private equity firm specializing in investments within the industrial, services, and consumer industries. This acquisition marks an exciting expansion of Charger's composites platform and sets the stage for the launch of APEX Space & Defense Systems, a cutting-edge manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sectors.

With a rich history in aerospace and defense, Unitech Composites has established itself as a pioneer in complex composite lamination and machining to extremely tight tolerances. Its expertise in fixed wing and rotary aircraft has made it a trusted partner in the defense sector. By joining forces with Advanced Composite Products & Technology and All American Racers, two of Charger's recent acquisitions, Unitech takes its place as an integral part of APEX Space & Defense Systems.

APEX Space & Defense Systems is poised to deliver innovative, lightweight, and durable material manufacturing solutions for the space, defense, and mission-critical infrastructure sectors. Tracy Glende, CEO of APEX, emphasizes the synergy created by this integration, stating, "Collectively, we now have access to a much larger group of engineering, quality, and manufacturing resources. We look forward to enhancing the services and solutions we can offer APEX customers."

Aaron Perlmutter, co-founder and Partner at Charger, shares Glende's enthusiasm for the acquisition and the launch of the APEX brand. He highlights the increased resources and capabilities of APEX with Unitech on board, positioning the company for continued growth and success. Perlmutter asserts, "APEX will continue to benefit from tailwinds in the composites industry, and we are very excited to continue investing in the Company under Tracy's leadership."

APEX Space & Defense Systems brings together more than 40 years of experience in composite and lightweight material manufacturing. With a team of over 400 highly skilled members and 300,000 square feet of manufacturing facilities, the company offers a diverse range of capabilities, including advanced hand layup, filament winding, and complex machining/fabrication. This robust infrastructure enables APEX to deliver exceptional products and solutions to its customers.

The acquisition of Unitech by Charger was facilitated by Winston & Strawn LLP, acting as legal advisor, and KAL Capital Markets, serving as the investment banking advisor.

As APEX Space & Defense Systems forges ahead, its commitment to excellence, innovation, and partnership remains unwavering. The company's work is driven by a passion for advancing complex, essential operations that protect our nation, connect our world, and explore our universe. From design and development to final delivery, APEX aims to revolutionize the aerospace and defense industries with its lightweight, durable solutions.

For more information about APEX Space & Defense Systems and its transformative manufacturing capabilities, please visit apexsds.com.

About Charger Investment Partners:

Charger Investment Partners is a private equity firm specializing in investing in mid-sized companies in the industrial, services, and consumer industries. With a focus on building market-leading companies, Charger employs an operationally focused, flexible capital approach. For more information, visit chargerinv.com.

About APEX Space & Defense Systems:

APEX Space & Defense Systems is a leading manufacturer of lightweight, durable solutions for the space, defense, and mission-critical infrastructure industries. The company is dedicated to innovation, quality, transparency, integrity, and partnership. To learn more about APEX's transformative work, visit apexsds.com.