March 14, 2017) – Rockwell Collins shareowners have approved the issuance of the Rockwell Collins common stock needed to complete its acquisition of B/E Aerospace.
“Our shareowners demonstrated clear and overwhelming support with more than 90% of the votes cast at our special meeting voting in support of our acquisition of B/E Aerospace,” said Kelly Ortberg, Rockwell Collins’ chairman, president and CEO. “We see tremendous prospects for our combined company, and look forward to bringing new capabilities to our customers and new strategies to accelerate growth with this transformative transaction.”
The acquisition is expected to close later this spring upon completion of all requisite regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.