04.02.16
04
Feb
Rexel takes over Brohl & Appell
In the United States Rexel is taking over Brohl & Appell from Ohio, a specialist in industrial automation and MRO services.
This takeover strengthens Rexel’s position in in these sectors, which make up approx. 15% of its turnovers in the USA.
Brohl & Appell was founded in 1889, employs 60 people in 7 branches and makes a turnover of USD 24 m (EUR 22 m). The transaction still has to be approved by the cartel authorities, a conclusion being expected before the end of February.