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Kroll’s Aerospace Defense and Government Services Investment Banking Team Advised Iris Technology Corporation on Its Strategic Investment from OceanSound Partners

Kroll’s Aerospace Defense Government Services Investment Banking Team Advised Iris Technology Corporation on Its Sale to OceanSound Partners

On October 27, 2026, Iris Technology Corporation (“Iris”), a provider of radiation-hardened, space-qualified electronics for mission-critical national security space payloads, as well as rugged power management solutions for tactical military radio applications, announced a strategic investment from OceanSound Partners.

Kroll’s Aerospace Defense and Government Services Investment Banking team served as the exclusive financial advisor to Iris in connection with the transaction.

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“Kroll’s Aerospace Defense and Government Investment Banking team was an exceptional partner throughout the transaction. Their industry expertise, strategic guidance and unwavering commitment were instrumental in navigating a complex process and identifying the right partner for our business. The team handled every challenge with professionalism, creativity and care, always keeping our objectives at the forefront. We could not be more pleased with the outcome and are excited about the opportunities this transaction creates for our company, customers and employees.”

Edward J. O'Rourke, President & CEO, Iris Technology

About Iris Technology

Established in 1986, Iris Technology is an independent provider of radiation-hardened, space-qualified electronics for national security space payloads, as well as rugged power management solutions for tactical military radio applications. The Company’s control electronics power, condition, and regulate the sensing payloads and subsystems aboard spacecraft, supporting missile warning and missile tracking, electro-optical and infrared surveillance, and civil and science missions for defense primes and payload providers. In-house engineering, assembly, integration, and environmental testing at Iris’ Irvine, California facility allow the Company to move from requirement to qualified space hardware at program speed.

Crowell & Moring LLP served as legal advisor to Iris.

 

About OceanSound Partners

OceanSound Partners is a private equity firm that pursues investments in technology and technology-enabled services companies serving aerospace, defense, government, and highly regulated end markets. OceanSound employs a partnership approach, working closely with founders, entrepreneurs, and executives of middle market businesses to support their strategic growth objectives. The firm has offices in New York, West Palm Beach, and Buenos Aires.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP served as legal advisor to OceanSound.

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