EAST AURORA, N.Y., February 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO), a leading provider of advanced technologies for global aerospace, defense and other mission critical industries, announced today that a judgment has been issued by the UK court presiding over its long-running patent infringement dispute with Lufthansa Technik AG.

The ruling requires Astronics to pay approximately $11.9 million as a damage award for infringement of the subject patent. Any additional amounts required to be paid by the Company related to certain other factors peripheral to the damages award will be determined at a consequential hearing expected to occur in March 2025.

Astronics expects that payment of the final liability will be required in the second quarter of 2025, and that an appeal, if any, would likely be heard in early 2026.

ABOUT ASTRONICS CORPORATION

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world’s aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company’s strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provide innovative solutions to its targeted markets.

For more information on Astronics and its solutions, visit Astronics.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

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Contacts

Company
Nancy L. Hedges, CFO
Astronics Corporation
T: 716.805.1599

Investors
Deborah K. Pawlowski
Alliance Advisors LLC
T: 716.843.3908
dpawlowski@allianceadvisors.com