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Centrus buys centrifuge supplier Westerman for $116m

Bringing its casing maker in-house secures supply and adds manufacturing capacity as Centrus scales US uranium enrichment.

M&A News deals deskEnergy / Nuclear fuel · United States, Americas19 Oct 2026

Centrus Energy said on 19 October 2026 it had completed the acquisition of Westerman Holdings for about US$116m in cash and stock.

Why Centrus Energy Corp. is buying Westerman Holdings, LLC

Westerman already manufactures centrifuge casings and other major components for Centrus; owning it secures a key part of the supply chain and diversifies manufacturing capacity.

Deal terms and financing

Centrus paid US$95m in cash and US$21m in Class A shares, part of which went to repay Westerman's subordinated notes and term loan.

Regulatory approvals and timing

The transaction has closed.

Market context

Centrus said the acquisition brings a key supplier in-house and diversifies its manufacturing capacity for centrifuge components.

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