M&A Deal Summary

Anixter Acquires IMS

On May 30, 2006, Anixter acquired manufacturer IMS for 29M USD

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Anixter’s 1st transaction in the Manufacturing sector.
  • This is Anixter’s largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Anixter’s 1st transaction in the United States.
  • This is Anixter’s 1st transaction in Connecticut.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2006-05-30
Target IMS
Sector Manufacturing
Buyer(s) Anixter
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 29M USD

Target

IMS

Manchester, Connecticut, United States
IMS, Inc. is a wire & cable distributor that complements its product offering with a broad array of valued-added services and inventory management programs to the Original Equipment Manufacturers ("OEM") and Electronic Manufacturing Services ("EMS") companies.

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Buyer

Anixter

Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Category Company
Founded 1957
Sector Communications
DESCRIPTION

Anixter Ltd., provide global reach with a local touch. Our specialized teams Enterprise Cabling & Security Solutions, Fasteners, and Electrical and Electronic Wire & Cable serve many markets with one common mission: to provide customized solutions that meet our customers' diverse needs.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 1
Sector (Manufacturing) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 1
State (Connecticut) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 1 of 1
Year (2006) 1 of 1
Size (of disclosed) 1 of 1
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