M&A Deal Summary

Avnet Acquires EXCEL-MAX Communication Pte

On December 16, 1997, Avnet acquired distribution company EXCEL-MAX Communication Pte

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Avnet’s 1st transaction in the Distribution sector.
  • This is Avnet’s 1st transaction in Singapore.

M&A Deal Summary

Date 1997-12-16
Target EXCEL-MAX Communication Pte
Sector Distribution
Buyer(s) Avnet
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

EXCEL-MAX Communication Pte

Singapore
EXCEL-MAX Communication Pte Ltd. is a distributor of electronic components.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Avnet

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Category Company
Founded 1921
Sector Distribution
Employees15,800
Revenue 26.5B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION
Avnet's corporate headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona.
Avnet's corporate headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona.

Avnet is a distributor of electronic components, computer products, and embedded technology serving customers globally. Avnet accelerates its partners' success by connecting the technology suppliers with a broad base of customers by providing cost-effective, value-added services and solutions. Avnet was founded in 1921 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.


DEAL STATS #
Overall 2 of 78
Sector (Distribution) 1 of 32
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 2 of 68
Country (Singapore) 1 of 3
Year (1997) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
1996-01-01 Kopp Electronics

South Africa

Kopp Electronics Ltd. is a distributor of electronic components.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
1998-03-26 CiNERGi Technology and Devices Pte

Singapore

CiNERGi Technology and Devices Pte Ltd. is a distributor of communication devices.

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