CommScope signs Wesco for UK market grab
US-headquartered distributor is appointed to help grow network infrastructure vendor's channel base
Wesco has been appointed as a UK distributor for CommScope, as the network infrastructure vendor sets out on an aggressive growth phase.
Under the deal, Wesco - which specialises in electrical, industrial and communications MRO and OEM prodcts, as well as construction materials - will supply CommScope's Systimax and Uniprise enterprise products to its partner network, and supply technical, marketing and implementation support.
Koen ter Linde, vice president of enterprise sales for Europe at CommScope, said: "Wesco's local market presence, Global Accounts programme, and focus on customer supply chain solutions will extend our reach to customers and strengthen our overall presence in this market.
"Partners such as Wesco are a valuable resource for CommScope in providing local support and outstanding service to our network customers."
Les Kebler, vice president of Wesco International, said: "CommScope is a pioneer and proven leader in providing enterprise and wireless solutions that are sought after by customers across many important end markets. We are very pleased to be expanding our global relationship with CommScope."