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StocksMediumUpdated•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 16 April 2026•

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Leidos and Analogic to Merge Security Detection Units into New Global Entity

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1Analogic and Leidos agreed to combine their security imaging and detection businesses to create a new global entity.

about 2 months ago

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Version 1about 2 months ago

What changed: Specified the Leidos business units involved and clarified the deal structure as a joint venture.

Analogic Corporation and Leidos (LDOS) have entered into a definitive agreement to combine their security imaging and detection businesses into a new joint venture. Under the terms of the deal, Leidos will contribute its Security Enterprise Solutions, Ports & Borders, and Industrial Automation business units to the entity. The new company will operate as a private firm under the Analogic brand, led by current Analogic CEO Tom Ripp. This strategic merger aims to expand product portfolios and enhance global sales channels within the airport and border security technology sectors. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, pending customary regulatory approvals. For Leidos, the move streamlines its business portfolio to focus on core high-margin sectors while accelerating innovation in advanced threat detection.