Smiths to Sell Airport Scanner Unit to CVC at £2 Billion Value
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Smiths Group Plc is selling its airport security scanner unit to CVC Capital Partners for £2 billion, marking a significant deal in the security technology sector.
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Original source
Smiths Group Plc agreed to sell its unit that makes airport security scanners to private equity firm CVC Capital Partners at an enterprise valuation of £2 billion ($2.7 billion).
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Original article published by Bloomberg on December 3, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.