Move Strengthens Position in Zero Trust Solutions and UK Five Eyes Cyber Defence.
Leonardy acquires Becrypt to boost Cyber Security portfolio.
Leonardo acquires Becrypt: London, March 11, 2026: Leonardo S.p.A. has taken a decisive step to bolster its cybersecurity capabilities with a binding agreement to acquire Becrypt Ltd, a UK-based specialist in secure data transfer, endpoint security, and cloud protection. The acquisition, executed through Leonardo’s UK subsidiary Leonardo UK Ltd, aims to enhance the company’s Zero Trust portfolio and strengthen its role within the UK and the wider Five Eyes cyber defence domain.
The initiative complements Leonardo’s existing collaboration with the UK Government and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) to safeguard the country’s most sensitive digital environments. It also aligns with the company’s broader European strategy, delivering next-generation cyber solutions across NATO and allied defence networks.
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Strengthening Zero Trust Capabilities
Becrypt, founded in 1996 and headquartered in London, employs around 100 specialists focused on technologies that protect data up to Top Secret classification. Its offerings include secure operating systems, secure collaboration tools, secure data transfer solutions, and mobile device management platforms, which have been critical for the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) in supporting multi-domain operations.
The acquisition enables Leonardo to integrate Becrypt’s advanced capabilities into its own cybersecurity portfolio, enhancing the group’s endpoint security, data protection, and cloud security solutions.
Roberto Cingolani, CEO and General Manager of Leonardo, said: “This acquisition marks another step forward in Leonardo’s strategy to build resilient and sovereign cybersecurity in Europe. It strengthens our capabilities in Zero Trust solutions and reinforces our long-term commitment to the UK, a core home market that is key to expanding our international footprint. Cybersecurity sits at the heart of our industrial strategy and is essential for protecting sensitive data and critical infrastructure.”
Bernard Parsons, CEO of Becrypt, added:“Being part of Leonardo provides us with the global reach and scale to deploy our technology more broadly, accelerating the development of our secure platforms for the sectors we serve and ensuring information superiority and digital security.”
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Strategic Fit and Previous Cyber Acquisitions
The Becrypt acquisition complements Leonardo’s recent cybersecurity expansion across Europe, which includes:
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Axiomatics – Attribute-Based Access Control solutions
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SSH Communication – Privileged Access Management and Post-Quantum Encryption
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Arbit – Data Diode and Cross-Domain Solutions
These moves support Leonardo’s ambition to deliver integrated, multi-domain defence solutions while addressing the rapidly evolving cybersecurity threat landscape.
Closing and Advisory Support
The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to be completed by Q2 2026. Leonardo was advised financially by PwC and legally by GOP.
Becrypt will become a strategic asset for Leonardo, providing critical solutions to secure the UK MoD and other government departments, enhancing resilience in mission-critical and sensitive digital environments.
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