Analogic & Leidos Security Enterprise Solutions to Combine

The transaction will create a global security imaging and detection company under Analogic's leadership.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:05am

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Analogic Corporation and Leidos, Inc. have announced a definitive agreement to combine Analogic with Leidos' Security Enterprise Solutions, Ports & Borders and Industrial Automation businesses. The combined company will operate under the Analogic brand as a privately held entity, led by Analogic's current CEO Tom Ripp. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

Why it matters

The merger will create a stronger, more capable security technology company with a broader portfolio of solutions to better serve global customers in the aviation, port, and border security markets. By combining Analogic's expertise in advanced imaging and Leidos' leadership in mission-critical security detection systems, the new entity will be better positioned to innovate and support customers as they address increasing security demands while maintaining operational efficiency.

The details

Under the agreement, Analogic will acquire Leidos' Security Enterprise Solutions, Ports & Borders and Industrial Automation businesses. Upon closing, the combined company will operate under the Analogic brand as a privately held entity, with Analogic's current CEO Tom Ripp leading the organization. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

  • The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.

The players

Analogic Corporation

A global leader in design, development, manufacturing and support of technically advanced and cost-effective imaging & detection and power technology solutions for aviation security, healthcare, and other high-end industrial markets.

Leidos, Inc.

An industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Leidos has approximately 50,000 global employees and reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026.

Tom Ripp

The current Chief Executive Officer of Analogic Corporation, who will lead the combined company after the transaction closes.

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What they’re saying

“Today marks an important milestone for our company and for the security industry. By combining two highly complementary organizations, we are creating a stronger, more capable company with the expertise and breadth of solutions to better meet evolving customer needs worldwide.”

— Tom Ripp, Chief Executive Officer, Analogic Corporation

What’s next

The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

The takeaway

The merger of Analogic and Leidos' security businesses will create a global leader in security imaging and detection technology, combining complementary expertise and solutions to better serve customers in the aviation, port, and border security markets.