Sale of Becrypt to Leonardo
About our client
Founded in 2001 and headquartered in London, Becrypt develops cross-domain high-assurance cybersecurity software designed to protect sensitive data and systems in highly secure environments. Its portfolio includes secure operating systems, collaboration tools and data transfer solutions widely used by government and defence organisations.
Why they chose us
Becrypt selected Silverpeak for its deep cybersecurity and software expertise, combined with a thorough understanding of Becrypt’s key value drivers. This was supported by Silverpeak’s global buyer reach across the software and defence ecosystems, as well as its proven experience in dual-track processes and negotiating key value-affecting items and legal terms to optimise shareholder outcomes.
How we added value
Silverpeak identified the ideal strategic buyer in Leonardo, highlighting the strategic complementarity of Becrypt’s capabilities with Leonardo’s existing cyber offering. The team positioned the financial profile of the business to align with buyer expectations and maximise valuation, leveraging its M&A expertise to deliver end-to-end support across all phases of the process – bridging knowledge gaps to avoid suboptimal terms and enabling management to focus on day-to-day operations.
The successful outcome
The acquisition will enable Becrypt to leverage Leonardo’s global scale and resources to further develop and deploy its software across critical sectors, while strengthening Leonardo’s position in trusted cybersecurity and secure digital infrastructure.
Transaction Summary
Client
Becrypt
Deal Type
Acquisition
Sector
Software
Amount
Undisclosed
Countries
UK / IT
Silverpeak team
Silverpeak's ability to reach the right buyers globally, combined with their genuine understanding of cybersecurity and software value drivers, made them the ideal adviser for this transaction. The team's dedication, responsiveness and expertise throughout the process was exemplary and is reflected in a great outcome for Becrypt and its shareholders.