Ahlsell – Ahlsell acquires Rexel Finland Oy
Ahlsell has entered into an agreement with Rexel to acquire their Finnish operation.
Rexel Finland is a proficient distributor of electro-technical products and solutions with 300 employees and an annual turnover of approx. 250 MEUR.
With a long history in the market, Rexel Finland is positioned as one of the leading distributors offering a wide range of electrical products and solutions for installers, industries, utilities, marine and other B2B customers. They are known and appreciated for their extensive electrical expertise, strong relations, and deep understanding of the local customer needs.
Ahlsell’s robust scale, vast network and operational capability will unlock new opportunities for both companies. With significant opportunities in the market, the combined strengths of Ahlsell and Rexel Finland will build a stronger foundation to better serve customers in the region.
– The acquisition of Rexel Finland is an important milestone for Ahlsell as we continue to strengthen our offer in the Nordic electro-technical market. We appreciate the trust placed in us to take over Rexel Finland, and we are committed to building on their strong foundation and driving continued success, says Claes Seldeby President & CEO of Ahlsell Group.
The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and is expected to be completed in second quarter 2025.
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More information on Rexel Oy by Rexel: https://www.rexel.fi/fin/tietoa-rexelista + Rexel brings electrical products and services to professionals – from person to person.
Rexel is an easy and reliable partner to do business with in all situations. Our wide range of products, innovative services and efficient and functional logistics make your everyday life easier. Customer relationships are important to us, which is why we listen, learn from history and invest in the future. Our customer satisfaction is also top-notch – in the first customer survey of 2023, Rexel’s NPS was 60.
With 311 employees and an annual turnover of 254 MEUR in 2024, Rexel Oy has 25 point of sales.
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