In March 2005, the PPR (Pinault-Printemps- Redoute) Group sold Rexel to a consortium of investors led by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, Eurazeo and Merrill Lynch Global Private Equity.
What kind of company is Rexel?
Rexel is a French company specializing in the distribution of electrical, heating, lighting and plumbing equipment, but also in renewable energies and energy efficiency products and services….Rexel.
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Traded as | Euronext: RXL CAC Mid 60 Component |
| ISIN | FR0010451203 |
| Industry | Distribution of electrical supplies |
What is electrical distribution equipment?
Electrical distribution equipment is responsible for safely transporting and delivering electrical energy from the utility generating station all the way to your outlet or light fixture. This can include electrical bus duct, circuit breakers, load centers, and a plethora of other items.
Did Rexel buy Mayer Electric?
International multichannel distributor Rexel (RXL:PA) has agreed to acquire Mayer Electric, a family-owned, Birmingham, Alabama-based distributor of electrical products and services, for $456 million. Mayer operates 68 branches in 12 states, with a strong presence in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Pennsylvania.
Does Rexel own Platt?
Rexel, a global leader in the distribution of electrical supplies, announces it has reached agreement to acquire Platt Electric Supply, a premier independent distributor of electrical products & services in the Western U.S.
Who is the largest electrical distributor?
International Electric Supply Corp.
The Top 200 Electrical Distributors
| Rank | Company | Electrical employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Electric Supply Corp. (IESC/Gexpro/Rexel)* | 8,818 |
| 2 | WESCO Distribution Inc.* | 6,300 |
| 3 | Graybar Electric Co. Inc.* | 8,100 |
| 4 | Anixter Inc. (Anixter International) | 8,645** |
Who owns Mayer Electric?
The Collat family, including CEO Nancy Collat Goedecke, owns Mayer Electric.
How much did Platt Electric sell for?
Platt Electric Supply of Beaverton is being acquired by Rexel for $382 million. France-based Rexel is one the U.S.’ largest electrical distributors through its subsidiaries Rexel Inc. and Gexpro.
