Motorola Solutions has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Silvus Technologies for $4.4 billion.
Based in Los Angeles, California, Silvus designs and develops software-defined high-speed mobile ad-hoc network (MANET) technology that enables highly secure data, video and voice communications without the need for fixed infrastructure.
Silvus’ range of customers spans autonomous systems manufacturers, military, law enforcement and enterprises around the world.
“Safety at our front doors starts with safety on our front lines,” said Greg Brown, Chairman and CEO, Motorola Solutions.
“This acquisition underscores our unwavering conviction that technology is the bedrock for protecting communities, securing borders and defending against today’s ever evolving threats, whether in the air, on the ground or in the water.
“As a result, we’re now expanding our intelligent network footprint and powering next-generation security for those who stand on the front lines everywhere.”
According to Motorola Solutions, Silvus brings more than 20 years of R&D invested in developing complementary technologies and sophisticated software algorithms for high-performance MANET networks that maximize throughput and connected nodes, mitigate jamming and minimize detection and interception.
Babak Daneshrad, PhD, CEO, Silvus Technologies, said: “We’re inspired by Motorola Solutions’ deep tradition of innovation.
“The idea that safety is the foundation on which better lives are built is not just a deeply held belief our companies share, but is the motivating force behind our R&D and work.
“I look forward to our future together, unifying the strengths of our advanced engineering teams in pursuit of serving those who protect us all.”