The 2024 European Distributor of the Year and Regional Distributor of the Year – Northern Europe awards acknowledge Avnet Abacus’ success in a year described as “tough” for the entire network. The distributor was recognised for converting significant projects into successful outcomes—including increasing point-of-sale (POS) for I/O connectors, Integrated Products and RF connectors across the region—whilst maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with its major customers.

“Avnet Abacus effectively grew its network share and secured its position as the number one demand creation distributor for Molex,” commented Simone Spiess, Director of Distribution, Europe, Molex. “This enduring collaboration is built upon strong relationships at all levels, and Avnet Abacus demonstrated unquestionable commitment to the Molex brand, notably by continuing to invest in inventory.”

“These awards underscore the strength and success of the long-standing collaboration between Avnet Abacus and Molex,” said Rudy Van Parijs, President of Avnet Abacus. “They reflect Molex’s acknowledgement of Avnet Abacus’s strategic approach, consistent high performance and dedication to growth.”

For more information on the Molex product offering at Avnet Abacus, please visit this link.

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Avnet is a global technology solutions provider with an extensive ecosystem delivering design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers at every stage of the product lifecycle. We transform ideas into intelligent solutions, reducing the time, cost and complexities of bringing products to market. For nearly a century, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

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Rudy Van Parijs has played a pivotal role in Avnet Abacus’ success since taking on the presidency in 2018. Under his leadership, the company doubled its revenue and strengthened its position in the market, expanding its network share among key suppliers. His strategic vision and dedication have left the company in an excellent position for continued growth.

“Rudy’s leadership and contributions to Avnet over the past 34 years have been outstanding. His ability to drive growth and build strong relationships with customers and suppliers has been instrumental in our success. We thank him for his dedication and wish him a well-earned retirement,” said Slobodan Puljarevic, President Avnet EMEA.

Mario Merino brings extensive industry experience and technical expertise to his new role. Currently serving as Regional Vice President South Europe at Avnet Abacus, Mario has been part of the Avnet family for over 20 years.

A graduate in telecommunications engineering from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, he began his career as an electronics designer and field applications engineer (FAE), later running his own software engineering company. He joined Memec in 2000, which became part of Avnet in 2005, and held various technical and leadership positions across Avnet Silica and Avnet Abacus before taking on his current role.

“With Mario’s deep technical background, extensive industry knowledge, and proven leadership, he is the ideal choice to lead Avnet Abacus into the future. We are confident that under his leadership, the company will continue to thrive and drive innovation in the IP&E market,” added Slobodan Puljarevic, President Avnet EMEA.

The company will announce a successor for Mario’s current role in due course. In the meantime, Rudy will remain with Avnet Abacus until June 2025 to ensure a seamless leadership transition.

About Avnet

Avnet is a global technology solutions provider with an extensive ecosystem delivering design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers at every stage of the product lifecycle. We transform ideas into intelligent solutions, reducing the time, cost and complexities of bringing products to market. For nearly a century, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

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The TDK awards are a hallmark of distribution excellence, assessing distributors across categories such as business performance, inventory management, contractual terms, and operational excellence. Participants are appraised based on the Japanese term Senten Manten, which translates to ‚the perfect score‘. Avnet Abacus‘ receipt of the Silver award highlights the distributor’s resilience, adaptability, and commitment to providing customers with outstanding service and support.

Matthias Schwendemann, Vice President Product Management, Avnet Abacus, commented: “Being recognised with the Silver Senten Manten award from TDK in such a demanding year is an extraordinary honour. It reflects our team’s dedication and the robustness of our partnership with TDK. This recognition fuels our motivation for continuous improvement and deepens our collaborative efforts with TDK to achieve mutual business objectives.”

Susanne Ertl, Vice President Sales Distribution Europe, TDK, noted: “We are dedicated to nurturing strong relationships and maintaining open communication with our distributors. Avnet Abacus stands as a prime example of this successful partnership."

Avnet Abacus stands as an authorised distributor of TDK’s extensive range of passive electronic components. For more information on Avnet Abacus’ partnership with TDK, please visit https://my.avnet.com/abacus/manufacturers/m/tdk/.

About Avnet

Avnet is a global technology solutions provider with an extensive ecosystem delivering design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers at every stage of the product life cycle. We transform ideas into intelligent solutions, reducing the time, cost and complexities of bringing products to market. For nearly a century, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realise the transformative possibilities of technology. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

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The award recognises Avnet Abacus’ collaboration with Molex, as well as the distributor’s clear plan and strategy to drive demand creation and bring value to the market and mutual customers through its Central European branches. “In 2023, Avnet Abacus demonstrated the largest demand creation pipeline and the strongest pipeline growth and sales conversion,” commented Paul Keenan, Sales Director – Distribution Europe, Molex.

“Securing the Central European Distributor of the Year title for a third consecutive year is a testament to our continued commitment to expanding business opportunities and bringing Molex advanced interconnect, cabling and sensing products to European customers,” said Matthias Jeck, Regional Vice President DACH at Avnet Abacus. “We are grateful for the strong relationship we have built with Molex and look forward to another year of delivering industry-leading solutions and supply chain services across critical applications such as industrial IoT, MedTech, and automotive.”

For more information on the Molex product offering at Avnet Abacus, please visit this link.

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Under the theme of ‘Making Ideas Reality’, Avnet Abacus will present a diverse range of supplier partners across a variety of industries. Confirmed participants include Molex, Mornsun, Murata, TDK, XP Power, Phoenix Contact, and Delta, with more to follow.

“We are thrilled to announce a series of exciting product demonstrations and innovative solutions, including a mind-bending VR experience in one of our exhibition areas”, said Sara Ghaemi, Director of Technical Development, Avnet Abacus. Some of the highlights include:

• Live Cooking Area: The fascinating technology behind Thermomix cooking devices
• Industrial Automation Area: The latest advancements in cutting-edge solutions for industrial automation
• Industrial Solution Area: Comprehensive industrial solutions designed to address the evolving needs of various industries.
• Mesh Network Area: Connectivity meets efficiency in a seamlessly integrated environment.

Avnet Abacus will be present at Hall 3A, Booth 125.

About Avnet

Avnet is a global technology solutions provider with an extensive ecosystem delivering design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers at every stage of the product lifecycle. We transform ideas into intelligent solutions, reducing the time, cost and complexities of bringing products to market. For nearly a century, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

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The DEUTSCH family of environmentally sealed electrical connectors has been the market-leading solution for industrial and commercial vehicles and other applications for more than 40 years, especially where dirt, moisture, salt spray and vibration can otherwise contaminate or damage electrical connections. It includes the HD and DT ranges of robust-circular and rugged-rectangular connectors, respectively, especially designed for industrial and commercial vehicle applications.

“In recognition of our two companies’ close strategic relationship, TE Connectivity is delighted to award Avnet Abacus the franchise to distribute the market-leading DEUTSCH family of vehicular connectors. The combination of TE Connectivity’s product expertise and Avnet Abacus’ design capabilities should prove a winning formula for the engineering community,” said Barry Stunt – Senior Manager, ICT Distribution & Inside Sales EMEA, TE Connectivity.

Rudy Van Parijs, President Avnet Abacus, remarked: “The decision by TE Connectivity’s Industrial and Commercial Transportation Business Unit to select Avnet Abacus as an additional distribution partner for its DEUTSCH family of connector products represents a great opportunity to grow sales and increase the customer base for this market-leading technology and one which we will firmly embrace.”

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The SPS exhibition is designed to highlight the latest innovations in the automation sector and showcase the complete spectrum of smart and digital automation technologies, from simple sensors to intelligent solutions, enabling the vision of a comprehensively digitised industrial world.

Avnet Abacus has extensive experience in myriad industrial sectors and supports emerging start-ups through to major industrial OEMs by offering the optimal mix of products and technologies, delivering precision, security, ruggedness, long-life performance, and connectivity.

With its overarching theme of ‘Enabling Today’s Industrial Automation’, Avnet Abacus will be presenting dedicated workstations across several areas in industrial automation, including robotics, HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), factory automation, and AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles).

Avnet Abacus will be welcoming visitors, together with its partners and suppliers, to stand number 10.0-516 at the Nuremberg Messe.

About Avnet

Avnet is a global technology solutions provider with an extensive ecosystem delivering design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers at every stage of the product lifecycle. We transform ideas into intelligent solutions, reducing the time, cost and complexities of bringing products to market. For nearly a century, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

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XP Power’s products are designed and manufactured for trouble-free integration into a broad selection of applications that require highly dependable and often mission-critical power sources, such as in industrial technology, healthcare and semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The manufacturer’s extensive portfolio includes AC-DC power supplies from 3W to 50kW, DC-DC converters from 0.25W to 700W, and high-voltage power supplies with outputs up to 500kVDC.

“This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality power solutions to customers across various industries,” said Gavin Griggs, CEO, XP Power. “By joining forces, we aim to streamline and enhance the availability of our products to a wider audience of design engineers and manufacturers. Avnet Abacus‘ extensive distribution network and deep understanding of EMEA markets, coupled with its technical proficiency and exceptional customer support, will drive increased value and satisfaction for our customers.”

“We are delighted to have signed this strategic partnership with XP Power”, said Rudy Van Parijs, President at Avnet Abacus. “XP Power has a strong legacy of providing reliable and efficient power solutions and this distribution agreement further strengthens our ability to meet the diverse needs of customers, especially those looking for robustness and absolute dependability of a power source for their mission-critical systems. We are quickly ramping up stock availability of XP Power’s diverse portfolio of power converters to provide our customers with fast access to these leading-edge products.”

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