Rockwell Collins to acquire Matrix series projector product lines from Christie Digital Systems

Rockwell Collins has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of the Matrix series projector product lines from Christie Digital Systems (Christie). The transaction will give military and aviation customers a more comprehensive partner for all their current and future simulation and training projector needs. Rockwell Collins will acquire the Matrix SIM and Matrix StIM product lines. The projectors will continue to be manufactured by Christie with system engineering, integration and support provided by Rockwell Collins. In addition, Rockwell Collins will provide service and support for Matrix projectors and all future Matrix offerings. Rockwell Collins will also gain exclusive rights to sell other projection products and associated software tools from Christie in the worldwide simulation and training market segments for military or aviation applications. The deal is subject to customary closing conditions and is anticipated to close by the end of March 2016.