Article: EADS takes full control of Astrium, Paradigm. (Business Briefing).(Buys BAE Systems' 25% share in Astrium; buys Paradigm Secure Communications)(Brief Article)

EADS is to acquire BAE Systems' 25 percent interest (27.5 percent economic share) in Astrium, subject to regulatory clearances. In a parallel move, full control of Paradigm Secure Communications Ltd, formerly held by BAE Systems and EADS, has been transferred to EADS. Prior to completion, EADS and BAE Systems will each make a capital contribution to Astrium of 84 million [euro] to facilitate restructuring. EADS, which already owns 75 percent of Astrium, will acquire BAE Systems' Astrium shares for 84 million [euro] at completion. Taking into account the cash contribution, BAE Systems' interest will effectively be transferred to EADS for no net cash consideration. These ...

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