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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

Key Facts

1Analogic and Leidos agreed to combine their security imaging and detection businesses to create a new global entity.
2The new entity will operate as a privately held company under the Analogic brand, led by Tom Ripp.
3The deal is expected to close in the second half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

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.