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    Curtiss-Wright Corp (CW)

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    Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW) is a global company specializing in the development and delivery of highly engineered products, solutions, and services. The company primarily serves the Aerospace & Defense markets, as well as Commercial Power, Process, and Industrial markets. Leveraging its rich heritage tied to aviation pioneers Glenn Curtiss and the Wright brothers, Curtiss-Wright focuses on innovation and reliability to meet the demanding needs of its diverse customer base.

    1. Naval & Power - Provides advanced technologies and solutions for naval defense systems and commercial power generation, ensuring operational reliability and efficiency.
    2. Aerospace & Industrial - Delivers critical technologies and engineered solutions tailored to aerospace applications and industrial markets, supporting rigorous operational requirements.
    3. Defense Electronics - Offers innovative electronic systems and components designed to meet the specialized needs of defense applications.
    NamePositionExternal RolesShort BioStart Date

    Lynn M. Bamford

    ExecutiveBoard

    Chair and Chief Executive Officer

    None

    Joined CW in 2004; became CEO on January 1, 2021, and Chair on May 5, 2022. Over 30 years of experience in defense, aerospace, and commercial industries. Led nine acquisitions to enhance CW's portfolio.

    January 1, 2021

    Gary A. Ogilby

    Executive

    Vice President and Corporate Controller

    None

    Joined CW in 2014; became Corporate Controller in May 2020. Previously served as Assistant Corporate Controller and VP of Finance for Surface Technologies.

    May 2020

    George P. McDonald

    Executive

    Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary

    None

    Joined CW in February 1999; became General Counsel on November 13, 2024. Previously served as Deputy General Counsel and advised on significant acquisitions and transactions.

    November 13, 2024

    John C. Watts

    Executive

    Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development

    None

    Joined CW in 2006; became VP of Strategy and Corporate Development in May 2022. Previously served as VP of Strategy and Communications.

    May 2022

    K. Christopher Farkas

    Executive

    Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

    None

    Joined CW in May 2009; became CFO in May 2020. Over 17 years of prior experience in financial roles at Fortune 50/250 companies. Holds CPA certification and advanced degrees in business.

    May 2020

    Kevin M. Rayment

    Executive

    Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

    None

    Joined CW in 2004; became COO on April 1, 2021. Previously led the Industrial division and integrated six acquisitions into CW's portfolio.

    April 1, 2021

    Robert F. Freda

    Executive

    Vice President and Treasurer

    None

    Joined CW in September 2006; became Treasurer in January 2021. Held various senior financial roles, including Assistant Corporate Controller.

    January 2021

    Glenda J. Minor

    Board

    Director

    CEO of Silket Advisory Services; Board member at Albemarle Corporation and Radius Recycling, Inc.; Treasurer at Capital Area United Way

    Director at CW since 2019. Financial expert with extensive experience in senior finance roles at major corporations. Recognized as an "audit committee financial expert".

    2019

    Peter C. Wallace

    Board

    Director

    Non-Executive Chairman at Applied Industrial Technologies and Rogers Corporation; Board member at private firms

    Director at CW since 2016. Extensive experience as CEO of global industrial equipment companies. Expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and lean implementation.

    2016

    1. Regarding your Defense Electronics segment, can you elaborate on the specific strategies you are employing to gain market share, and how sustainable are these gains in a highly competitive environment?

    2. With your partnerships in the SMR space, including NuScale, X-energy, and TerraPower, what risks do you foresee in terms of design finalization delays, and how might these impact your projections for commercial nuclear revenue growth?

    3. In restructuring your footprint within Defense Electronics, how are you addressing potential disruptions to operations, and can you quantify the expected cost savings versus the investments required for this restructuring?

    4. You mentioned a sequential decline in naval defense revenues in the fourth quarter due to timing; can you explain how you plan to mitigate the impact of such timing issues on your overall financial performance?

    5. Given the strong cash position and the delayed closure of the Ultra Energy acquisition, why have you not pursued more aggressive M&A activity, especially considering the increased activity among your peers, and how might this impact your growth prospects?

    Program DetailsProgram 1 (2021 Authorization)Program 2 (2024 Authorization)
    Approval DateSeptember 16, 2021 May 9, 2024
    End Date/DurationNo expiration date No expiration date
    Total Additional Amount$550 million $300 million
    Remaining Authorization$12.56 million $300 million
    DetailsOngoing; part of capital allocation strategy Ongoing; reflects confidence in growth and financial position

    Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.

    CompanyYearDetails

    Ultra Energy

    2024

    Acquired for $200M in cash as part of a strategic move to enhance Curtiss-Wright’s portfolio in safety-critical monitoring systems for the commercial nuclear and aerospace & defense markets. The deal, expected to close in Q3 2024 (subject to UK regulatory approval), is structured at less than 12x next 12-month EBITDA and aims for accretive EPS and over 100% free cash flow conversion.

    WSC, Inc.

    2024

    Purchased for approximately $34M in cash on April 1, 2024, WSC, Inc. brings state-of-the-art power plant control room simulation technology, enhancing Curtiss-Wright’s commercial nuclear capabilities and opening avenues in SMR design. The acquisition, executed at ~9.5x next-twelve-month EBITDA and integrated within the Naval & Power segment, is expected to be EPS accretive with notable simulation and digital twin synergies.

    Safran Aerosystems Arresting Company (SAA)

    2022

    Completed on June 30, 2022 for $247M, this acquisition brought in a leading provider of emergency arresting systems for fixed-wing aircraft with a global installed base of over 5,000 systems. The deal, fitting into the Naval & Power segment, supports Curtiss-Wright’s defense expansion strategy with balanced OEM and aftermarket revenues and was valued at approximately 12x next twelve months EBITDA.

    Recent developments and announcements about CW.

    Earnings

    • New Earnings (Q4 2024)

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      Feb 13, 2025, 10:46 PM

      Curtiss-Wright Q4’24 shows 10% FMS growth and a 1.3 book-to-bill in Naval & Power, fueling strong backlog. Management sees double-digit defense gains, plus a $250M subsea pump opportunity by 2030. Watch for mid-single-digit organic growth in 2025.

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