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Karman (NYSE: KRMN) holders price $854M secondary stock offering at $61

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Karman Holdings Inc. disclosed that selling stockholders priced a secondary underwritten public offering of 14,000,000 shares of common stock at $61.00 per share, with underwriters holding a 30-day option for up to 2,100,000 additional shares. All gross proceeds of about $854,000,000 go to the selling stockholders; the company is not selling shares and will not receive proceeds. Karman agreed to a 90-day lock-up restricting additional equity sales, subject to exceptions.

The company also shared operational data indicating its “active pipeline” of business opportunities was about $3 billion as of May 25, 2026, compared with about $1 billion as of March 31, 2025. By end market, the pipeline may yield multi-year contract values of roughly $500 million in hypersonics & strategic missile defense, $700 million in tactical missiles & integrated defense, $50 million in maritime defense, and $300 million in space and launch. Karman highlights specific 2026 deals under way, including a space launch production long-term agreement of about $250 million and several additional programs totaling more than $100 million, while cautioning these figures are estimates and not final.

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Large shareholder liquidity event alongside sizeable growth pipeline disclosure.

The filing centers on a $61.00-per-share secondary sale of 14,000,000 Karman shares by existing holders, with an option for 2,100,000 more. Proceeds of about $854,000,000 go entirely to selling stockholders, so this is a liquidity event rather than new capital for Karman. The 90-day lock-up from May 28, 2026 temporarily limits additional equity issuance.

Karman also reports an estimated “active pipeline” of about $3 billion as of May 25, 2026, up from about $1 billion at March 31, 2025, with sizable opportunities in hypersonics, tactical missiles, maritime defense, and space & launch. It cites specific potential agreements, including a space launch production long-term agreement around $250 million and several defense programs totaling more than $100 million.

The company frames these pipeline and deal values as estimates and forward-looking, noting they may not be finalized or awarded at the indicated amounts. Overall, the event is structurally neutral for the balance sheet but gives investors more detail on Karman’s demand environment and opportunity set in its core defense and space markets.

Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement Business
The company signed a significant contract such as a merger agreement, credit facility, or major partnership.
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Secondary shares offered 14,000,000 shares Common stock sold by selling stockholders in secondary offering
Offering price $61.00 per share Public offering price for secondary common stock sale
Gross proceeds to sellers $854,000,000 Approximate aggregate gross proceeds before fees to selling stockholders
Underwriter option 2,100,000 shares 30-day option to purchase additional common shares from selling stockholders
Active pipeline current $3 billion Estimated active pipeline as of May 25, 2026
Active pipeline prior $1 billion Estimated active pipeline as of March 31, 2025
Space launch LTA $250 million Estimated aggregate value of space launch production long-term agreement
Hypersonics & missile defense pipeline $500 million Estimated multi-year value for hypersonics & strategic missile defense programs
underwritten public offering financial
"today announced the launch of an underwritten public offering of 13,500,000 shares"
An underwritten public offering is when a company sells new shares of its stock to the public with the help of a financial firm, called an underwriter. The underwriter agrees to buy all the shares upfront, reducing the company's risk, and then sells them to investors. This process helps companies raise money quickly and confidently from a wide range of buyers.
automatic shelf registration statement regulatory
"The Common Stock is being offered pursuant to an effective automatic shelf registration statement on Form S-3"
An automatic shelf registration statement is a pre-approved filing that companies submit to securities regulators, allowing them to sell new shares or bonds quickly and efficiently when needed. It acts like a standing permit, enabling the company to raise money without going through a lengthy approval process each time, which can be helpful for responding promptly to market opportunities or needs. For investors, it provides transparency about the company's ability to raise funds and signals planning flexibility.
secondary offering financial
"Karman Space & Defense Announces Launch of Secondary Offering of Common Stock"
A secondary offering is when a company sells new shares of its stock to the public after its initial sale. This allows existing shareholders or the company itself to raise additional money. For investors, it can impact the stock’s price by increasing the total number of shares available, which may influence the stock’s value and how the market perceives the company’s financial health.
active pipeline financial
"the aggregate value of business opportunities being pursued by the Company (“active pipeline”) was estimated to be approximately $3 billion"
long-term agreement financial
"space launch production long-term agreement with an estimated aggregate value of approximately $250 million"
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This announcement may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933"
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 8-K

 

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 28, 2026

 

 

KARMAN HOLDINGS INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

 

 

 

Delaware   001-42520   85-2660232

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

 

(Commission

File Number)

 

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification Number)

5351 Argosy Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (714) 898-9951

 

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class

 

Trading

Symbol(s)

 

Name of each exchange

on which registered

Common Stock, $0.001 Par Value   KRMN   New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

 
 


Item 1.01

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement.

Underwriting Agreement

On May 28, 2026, Karman Holdings Inc. (the “Company”) entered into an underwriting agreement (the “Underwriting Agreement”) with the persons named in Schedule II thereto (the “Selling Stockholders”) and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. and Evercore Group L.L.C., as the underwriters (the “Underwriters”), pursuant to which the Selling Stockholders agreed to sell 14,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.001 per share, of the Company (the “Common Stock”) at a public offering price of $61.00 per share (the “Offering Price”), less underwriting discounts and commissions (the “Offering”). The Underwriters were granted a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,100,000 shares of Common Stock from the Selling Stockholders at the Offering Price. The Offering closed on June 1, 2026.

Under the terms of the Underwriting Agreement, the Company has agreed, subject to certain exceptions, not to offer, sell, contract to sell, pledge, or otherwise dispose of any shares of Common Stock or other securities convertible into or exercisable or exchangeable for shares of Common Stock during the 90-day period commencing from May 28, 2026, without the prior written consent of the Underwriters. The Company and the Selling Stockholders made certain customary representations, warranties and covenants and agreed to indemnify the Underwriters against (or contribute to the payment of) certain liabilities, including liabilities under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”).

The foregoing description of the Underwriting Agreement is not complete and is subject to and qualified in its entirety by reference to the complete text of the Underwriting Agreement, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 1.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

 

Item 7.01.

Regulation FD Disclosure.

On May 28, 2026, the Company provided an operational data update in connection with the Offering, which is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference.

The information contained in this Item 7.01 and the Exhibit 99.1 shall be considered “furnished” and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section or Sections 11 and 12(a)(2) of the Securities Act, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference into any reports or filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, whether made before or after the date hereof, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

 

Item 8.01.

Other Events.

On May 28, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the launch of the Offering, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 99.2 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference.

On May 28, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the pricing of the Offering, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 99.3 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference.

On May 29, 2026, the Company issued a corrected and replacement press release announcing an operational data update in connection with the Offering, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 99.4 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference.

 

Item 9.01.

Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

 

Exhibit

Number

   Description
1.1    Underwriting Agreement, dated May 28, 2026, by and among the Company, the Selling Stockholders and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. and Evercore Group L.L.C., as the underwriters.
5.1    Opinion of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP.
23.1    Consent of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP (included as part of Exhibit 5.1).
99.1    Operational data update of the Company.


99.2    Press Release of the Company, dated May 28, 2026.
99.3    Press Release of the Company, dated May 28, 2026.
99.4    Press Release of the Company, dated May 29, 2026.
104    Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).


SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

KARMAN HOLDINGS INC.
By:  

/s/ Mike Willis

Name:   Mike Willis
Title:   Chief Financial Officer

Date: June 1, 2026

Exhibit 99.1

 

LOGO

Major Programs Across Karman Are Entering Rapid Growth Karman is Experiencing Significant Momentum Key Statistics Long-Term Outlook Key 2026 YTD Deals Karman is Well-Positioned to Capitalize on a Generational Opportunity Set Across Its Core Markets (1) Defined as the aggregate value of business opportunities that are being pursued by the company. (2) Represents select major programs including active long-term framework agreements that are currently in negotiation. Figures are not final and values reflect total potential contract value over multiple years.Positioned for $1Billion + of Contract Value on High Priority Programs Market Impact Of Major Programs Including Long-Term Framework(2) Hypersonics & Strategic Missile Defense Tactical Missiles & Integrated Defense ~$500M ~$700M Maritime Defense Space & Launch ~$50M ~$300M ~$250M Space Launch Production LTA ~$100M Munition Development Program ~$25M Torpedo Recovery Qualification Program ~$20M UAS Launcher Systems ~3x Increase in Active Pipeline(1) ~$2B Increase in Active Pipeline(1) Total Opportunity Pipeline ($B) ~$1B ~$3B ~4x Increase in BD Activity “FY2026 budget request included $6.5 billion for conventional and hypersonic munitions and invests over $3.9 billion in hypersonic weapons” – National Defense Magazine “This framework agreement marks a fundamental shift in how we rapidly expand munitions production and magazine depth…” – Department of War “The U.S. Navy is racing to rebuild its undersea fleet…aimed at maintaining a strategic advantage and meeting rising global demand for advanced undersea capabilities” – Bloomberg8 ©2026 Karman Space & Defense Q1 2025 Current

Exhibit 99.2

 

LOGO

Karman Space & Defense Announces Launch of Secondary Offering of Common Stock

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., May 28, 2026 —Karman Space & Defense (NYSE: KRMN) (“Karman Holdings Inc.” or “Karman”), a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space, today announced the launch of an underwritten public offering of 13,500,000 shares of its common stock (the “Common Stock”) by certain selling stockholders (the “Selling Stockholders”), subject to market and other conditions (the “Offering”). The Selling Stockholders also expect to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,025,000 shares of Common Stock. Karman is not selling any shares in the Offering and will not receive any proceeds from the Offering. The Selling Stockholders will receive all of the net proceeds from the Offering.

Citigroup and Evercore ISI are acting as book-running managers for the Offering.

The Common Stock is being offered pursuant to an effective automatic shelf registration statement on Form S-3 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Offering is being made solely by means of a preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus. Before you invest, you should read the preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus in their entirety and the other documents Karman has filed with the SEC for more complete information about Karman and the Offering. You may obtain these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and the related base prospectus, when available, may be obtained from: Citigroup, c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, NY 11717, by telephone: (800) 831-9146 and Evercore Group L.L.C., Attention: Equity Capital Markets, 55 East 52nd Street, 35th Floor, New York, New York 10055, by telephone: (888) 474-0200, or by email: ecm.prospectus@evercore.com.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the Common Stock, nor shall there be any sale of the Common Stock in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Karman Space & Defense

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, Karman delivers Payload & Protection Systems, Hydro/Aerodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting more than 130 space and defense programs. Karman is headquartered in Huntington Beach, CA, with multiple facilities across the United States.

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Karman intends all forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the fact that they do not relate


strictly to historical or current facts and by the use of forward-looking words such as “expect,” “expectation,” “believe,” “may,” “could,” “intend,” “belief,” “estimate,” “predict,” “project,” “will” “should,” or similar terminology. These statements are based on and reflect Karman’s current expectations, estimates, assumptions and/ or projections, Karman’s perception of historical trends and current conditions, as well as other factors that Karman believes are appropriate and reasonable under the circumstances. Forward-looking statements are neither predictions nor guarantees of future events, circumstances or performance and are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause Karman’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated by those statements. There can be no assurance that Karman’s expectations, estimates, assumptions and/ or projections will prove to be correct or that any of Karman’s expectations, estimates or projections will be achieved.

Numerous factors could cause Karman’s actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, that a significant portion of Karman’s revenue is generated from contracts with the United States military and U.S. military spending is dependent upon the U.S. defense budget; U.S. government contracts are subject to a competitive bidding process that can consume significant resources without generating any revenue; Karman’s business and operations expose Karman to numerous legal and regulatory requirements, and any violation of these requirements could materially adversely affect Karman’s business, results of operations, prospects and financial condition; Karman’s inability to adequately enforce and protect its intellectual property or defend against assertions of infringement could prevent or restrict its ability to compete; and Karman has in the past consummated acquisitions and intends to continue to pursue acquisitions, and Karman’s business may be adversely affected if it cannot consummate acquisitions on satisfactory terms, or if it cannot effectively integrate acquired operations. Readers are directed to the risk factors identified in the preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus for the Offering and the other filings Karman makes with the SEC from time to time, copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov under Karman Holdings Inc.

The forward-looking statements included in this announcement are only made as of the date of this announcement. Factors or events that could cause Karman’s actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for Karman to predict all of them. Karman may not currently achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements, including statements with respect to the Offering, and you should not place undue reliance on Karman’s forward-looking statements. Karman undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable law.

Contacts

Investor contact:

Steven Gitlin

investors@karman-sd.com

Media contact:

press@karman-sd.com

Exhibit 99.3

 

LOGO

Karman Space & Defense Announces Pricing of Upsized Secondary Offering of Common Stock

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., May 28, 2026 —Karman Space & Defense (NYSE: KRMN) (“Karman Holdings Inc.” or “Karman”), a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space, today announced the pricing of the previously announced underwritten public offering (the “Offering”) of 14,000,000 shares of its common stock (the “Common Stock”) by certain selling stockholders (the “Selling Stockholders”), at a price to the public of $61.00 per share, for total aggregate gross proceeds to the Selling Stockholders of approximately $854,000,000, before deducting underwriting discounts and commissions and Offering expenses. The size of the Offering reflects an increase from the 13,500,000 shares of Common Stock originally proposed to be sold. In addition, the Selling Stockholders granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,100,000 shares of Common Stock. Karman did not sell any shares in the Offering and will not receive any proceeds from the Offering. The Offering is expected to close on June 1, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.

Citigroup and Evercore ISI are acting as book-running managers for the Offering.

The Common Stock is being sold pursuant to an effective automatic shelf registration statement on Form S-3 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Offering is being made solely by means of a preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus. Before you invest, you should read the preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus in their entirety and the other documents Karman has filed with the SEC for more complete information about Karman and the Offering. You may obtain these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and the related base prospectus, when available, may be obtained from: Citigroup, c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, NY 11717, by telephone: (800) 831-9146 and Evercore Group L.L.C., Attention: Equity Capital Markets, 55 East 52nd Street, 35th Floor, New York, New York 10055, by telephone: (888) 474-0200, or by email: ecm.prospectus@evercore.com.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the Common Stock, nor shall there be any sale of the Common Stock in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Karman Space & Defense

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, Karman delivers Payload & Protection Systems, Hydro/Aerodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting more than 130 space and defense programs. Karman is headquartered in Huntington Beach, CA, with multiple facilities across the United States.


Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Karman intends all forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and by the use of forward-looking words such as “expect,” “expectation,” “believe,” “may,” “could,” “intend,” “belief,” “estimate,” “predict,” “project,” “will” “should,” or similar terminology. These statements are based on and reflect Karman’s current expectations, estimates, assumptions and/ or projections, Karman’s perception of historical trends and current conditions, as well as other factors that Karman believes are appropriate and reasonable under the circumstances. Forward-looking statements are neither predictions nor guarantees of future events, circumstances or performance and are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause Karman’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated by those statements. There can be no assurance that Karman’s expectations, estimates, assumptions and/ or projections will prove to be correct or that any of Karman’s expectations, estimates or projections will be achieved.

Numerous factors could cause Karman’s actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, that a significant portion of Karman’s revenue is generated from contracts with the United States military and U.S. military spending is dependent upon the U.S. defense budget; U.S. government contracts are subject to a competitive bidding process that can consume significant resources without generating any revenue; Karman’s business and operations expose Karman to numerous legal and regulatory requirements, and any violation of these requirements could materially adversely affect Karman’s business, results of operations, prospects and financial condition; Karman’s inability to adequately enforce and protect its intellectual property or defend against assertions of infringement could prevent or restrict its ability to compete; and Karman has in the past consummated acquisitions and intends to continue to pursue acquisitions, and Karman’s business may be adversely affected if it cannot consummate acquisitions on satisfactory terms, or if it cannot effectively integrate acquired operations. Readers are directed to the risk factors identified in the preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus for the Offering and the other filings Karman makes with the SEC from time to time, copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov under Karman Holdings Inc.

The forward-looking statements included in this announcement are only made as of the date of this announcement. Factors or events that could cause Karman’s actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for Karman to predict all of them. Karman may not currently achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements, including statements with respect to the Offering, and you should not place undue reliance on Karman’s forward-looking statements. Karman undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable law.

Contacts

Investor contact:

Steven Gitlin

investors@karman-sd.com

Media contact:

press@karman-sd.com

Exhibit 99.4

 

LOGO

CORRECTING and REPLACING Karman Space & Defense Provides Operational Data Update in Connection with Launch of Secondary Offering

May 29, 2026

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.— For the release dated May 28, 2026, third paragraph, the date at the end of first sentence should read March 31, 2025 (instead of March 31, 2026).

The updated release reads:

Karman Space & Defense Provides Operational Data Update in Connection with Launch of Secondary Offering

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., May 28, 2026 — Karman Space & Defense (NYSE: KRMN) (“Karman Holdings Inc.” or “Karman”), a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space, today released updated operational data in connection with an underwritten public offering of 13,500,000 shares of its common stock (the “Common Stock”) by certain selling stockholders (the “Selling Stockholders”). The Selling Stockholders expect to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,025,000 shares of Common Stock. Karman is not selling any shares in the Offering and will not receive any proceeds from the Offering. The Selling Stockholders will receive all of the net proceeds from the Offering.

Set forth below are estimates of certain operational data as of the date hereof based on information available to Karman. This operational data does not represent a comprehensive statement of Karman’s operational or financial results. In addition, this data should not be viewed as a substitute for operational and financial data as of and for the six months ended June 30, 2026, which will not be finalized until after June 30, 2026 and is subject to normal closing procedures. These estimates are forward-looking statements and are not necessarily indicative of the results to be achieved in any future period.

As of May 25, 2026, the aggregate value of business opportunities being pursued by the Company (“active pipeline”) was estimated to be approximately $3 billion as compared to approximately $1 billion of active pipeline as of March 31, 2025.

When parsed by end market, the active pipeline may yield contract values over multiple years of approximately $500 million, with respect to hypersonics & strategic missile defense programs, approximately $700 million, with respect to tactical missiles & integrated defense programs, approximately $50 million, with respect to maritime defense programs, and approximately $300 million, with respect to space and launch programs. There can be no assurance that these contracts will be finalized on these terms, at all, or at the estimated amounts.

In addition, with respect to 2026 progress toward converting the pipeline to backlog, the Company has secured or is currently negotiating deals for a space launch production long-term agreement with an estimated aggregate value of approximately $250 million, a munition development program with an estimated aggregate value of approximately $100 million, a torpedo recovery qualification program with an estimated aggregate value of approximately $25 million and a UAS launcher systems agreement with an estimated aggregate value of approximately $20 million.


The estimated value and timeline to award for opportunities comprising the active pipeline figures above are developed by individual team members, and estimations are derived from a variety of sources, to include customer budgets, requests for information, solicitations, customer meetings and other public statements. There is inherent variability in how these estimates are calculated based on the information currently available.

The Common Stock is being offered pursuant to an effective automatic shelf registration statement on Form S-3 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Offering is being made solely by means of a preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus. Before you invest, you should read the preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus in their entirety and the other documents Karman has filed with the SEC for more complete information about Karman and the Offering. You may obtain these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and the related base prospectus, when available, may be obtained from: Citigroup, c/o Broadridge Financial Solutions, 1155 Long Island Avenue, Edgewood, NY 11717, by telephone: (800) 831-9146 and Evercore Group L.L.C., Attention: Equity Capital Markets, 55 East 52nd Street, 35th Floor, New York, New York 10055, by telephone: (888) 474-0200, or by email: ecm.prospectus@evercore.com.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the Common Stock, nor shall there be any sale of the Common Stock in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About Karman Space & Defense

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and the nation’s accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, Karman delivers Payload & Protection Systems, Hydro/Aerodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting more than 130 space and defense programs. Karman is headquartered in Huntington Beach, CA, with multiple facilities across the United States.

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Karman intends all forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts and by the use of forward-looking words such as “expect,” “expectation,” “believe,” “may,” “could,” “intend,” “belief,” “estimate,” “predict,” “project,” “will” “should,” or similar terminology. These statements are based on and reflect Karman’s current expectations, estimates, assumptions and/or projections, Karman’s perception of historical trends and current conditions, as well as other factors that Karman believes are appropriate and reasonable under the circumstances. Forward-looking statements are neither predictions nor guarantees of future events, circumstances or performance and are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause Karman’s actual results to differ materially from those indicated by those statements. There can be no assurance that Karman’s expectations, estimates, assumptions and/ or projections will prove to be correct or that any of Karman’s expectations, estimates or projections will be achieved.


Numerous factors could cause Karman’s actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, that a significant portion of Karman’s revenue is generated from contracts with the United States military and U.S. military spending is dependent upon the U.S. defense budget; U.S. government contracts are subject to a competitive bidding process that can consume significant resources without generating any revenue; Karman’s business and operations expose Karman to numerous legal and regulatory requirements, and any violation of these requirements could materially adversely affect Karman’s business, results of operations, prospects and financial condition; Karman’s inability to adequately enforce and protect its intellectual property or defend against assertions of infringement could prevent or restrict its ability to compete; and Karman has in the past consummated acquisitions and intends to continue to pursue acquisitions, and Karman’s business may be adversely affected if it cannot consummate acquisitions on satisfactory terms, or if it cannot effectively integrate acquired operations. Readers are directed to the risk factors identified in the preliminary prospectus supplement and related base prospectus for the Offering and the other filings Karman makes with the SEC from time to time, copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov under Karman Holdings Inc.

The forward-looking statements included in this announcement are only made as of the date of this announcement. Factors or events that could cause Karman’s actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for Karman to predict all of them. Karman may not currently achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements, including statements with respect to the Offering, and you should not place undue reliance on Karman’s forward-looking statements. Karman undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable law.

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FAQ

What is Karman Holdings Inc. (KRMN) announcing in this 8-K filing?

Karman reports a large secondary stock offering by existing holders. Selling stockholders are offering 14,000,000 common shares at $61.00 each, plus a 2,100,000-share underwriter option, and Karman also provides a detailed operational pipeline update around $3 billion in potential opportunities.

Does Karman Holdings Inc. (KRMN) receive any proceeds from the secondary offering?

No, Karman does not receive cash from this transaction. All gross proceeds of approximately $854,000,000, before discounts and expenses, go to the selling stockholders. Karman is not issuing new shares in the offering, so its cash position is unchanged by this sale.

How large is Karman Holdings Inc.’s (KRMN) active opportunity pipeline?

Karman estimates its active pipeline at about $3 billion. As of May 25, 2026, this compares with roughly $1 billion as of March 31, 2025. Management breaks this into hypersonics, tactical missiles, maritime defense, and space and launch programs with multi-year contract potential.

What specific contracts or deals does Karman Holdings Inc. (KRMN) highlight?

Karman cites several notable 2026 opportunities in negotiation or secured. These include a space launch production long-term agreement of about $250 million, a $100 million munition development program, a $25 million torpedo recovery qualification program and a $20 million UAS launcher systems agreement, all subject to final terms.

Is there a lock-up period associated with Karman Holdings Inc.’s (KRMN) offering?

Yes, Karman agreed to a 90-day lock-up on additional equity sales. From May 28, 2026, the company generally will not offer, sell, or pledge common stock or similar securities without underwriter consent, providing short-term supply discipline around its shares.

How is the Karman Holdings Inc. (KRMN) offering structured and who are the underwriters?

The deal is an underwritten public secondary offering. Certain selling stockholders are offering 14,000,000 common shares, with a 2,100,000-share underwriter option. Citigroup Global Markets Inc. and Evercore Group L.L.C./Evercore ISI act as book-running managers under an effective automatic shelf registration.

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