Rexel

Rexel is a French group founded in 1967, which specializes in the distribution of electrical supplies to professional users. It distributes products and services in the areas of automation, technical supply and energy management. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including products in the lighting, security, automation, climate control, communication, building automation and renewable energies sectors. The group has 2,100 sales outlets (branches) in 35 countries and 28,000 employees. The company positions itself as a leader in its market.

History

1967-90 — Creation: CDME, from French to international

The Rexel group originated from the Compagnie de Distribution de Matériel Electrique (CDME), created in 1967 by Compagnie LEBON. CDME was created by the merger of four companies (Revimex, Facen, Sotel and Lienard-Soval). Specialised in the sale of electrical supplies, the company developed in France by acquiring family-run regional companies. In 1978, CDME launched a branch for the distribution of professional electronic and computing equipment, and diversified into the industrial supplies trade.