McLean advised Rite Solutions in its acquisition by Arcfield a Veritas Capital company
Combination will create an organization with unprecedented domain coverage across the entire spectrum of national defense—from seabed to space.
About Arcfield
Arcfield is a space science and engineering company, purpose-built to relentlessly protect the nation and its allies from today’s national security threats. We have nearly 70 years of demonstrated experience supporting missions in space superiority, offensive hypersonic weapon system development and nuclear deterrence and digital transformation. Our innovations include space and mission launch assurance, artificial intelligence, atmospheric science, digital engineering and advances in modeling and simulation that lead to better systems and timely, reliable decision-making. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs 1,700 engineers, scientists, analysts, IT specialists and other professionals. Visit arcfield.com for more details.
About Rite Solutions
Rite-Solutions, Inc. is an award-winning small business specializing in system engineering, software development, information technology (IT), and cyber security for government and commercial segments. Rite-Solutions has offices in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. For more information, please visit https://www.rite-solutions.com.
About The McLean Group
For over 30 years, The McLean Group has been providing investment banking and financial services offerings focused on the Defense, Government & Intelligence (DGI), Security, Critical Infrastructure, Maritime, Facility Services, Unmanned Systems, and Public Safety markets. Our 60+ professionals bring deep industry experience and relentless execution to every client engagement. We provide solutions that blend financial creativity with operational expertise. Whether we are providing transaction advisory, valuation opinions, or growth capital, our services are unmatched in these core markets. Learn more at www.McLeanLLC.com.
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