British aeronautics and defence company MEGGITT has acquired the DUNLOP STANDARD equipment manufacturer (turnover £ 457 million in 2003 with a workforce of 2750) from investment fund DOUGHTY HANSON for £ 784 million. MEGGITT will keep control of the design and manufacturing activities at DUNLOP STANDARD and will sell of the engine maintenance business to US investment fund CARLYLE GROUP for around £ 376 million.