Founded in 1979, the British company KEC has built a reputation as a leading manufacturer of EMC enclosures and high-performance panel accessories that ensure reliable and long-lasting operation in complex and mission-critical applications. Harwin will now incorporate KEC's full range of technologies and services into its existing portfolio of high-reliability technologies and accessories for signal, power, and coaxial connectors.
In addition to expanding Harwin's product range, the acquisition will ensure that KEC's circular and D-type EMC enclosures, cable glands and panel fittings, as well as its fully customized solutions, are available to a wider market through Harwin's comprehensive global sales, distribution and support network.
“KEC is an exceptional strategic fit for Harwin, and the acquisition expands our product offering, strengthens our position in the aerospace and defense markets, and brings exceptional technical expertise to our business,” said Andrew McQuilken, CEO of Harwin. “Most importantly, it brings extraordinary people into the Harwin family. We are committed to investing for the long term, preserving what has made KEC successful, and creating new opportunities for its employees and customers around the world.”.
“We chose Harwin as our acquisition partner because of our shared belief in British engineering and manufacturing, and the reputation associated with the company name,” said David Dyson, Chairman and Owner of KEC. Cheryl Watson, CEO and Owner of KEC, added, “We wanted to find a home where our people, our customers, and our values would be respected. Harwin is a fantastic British engineering success story, and we sincerely believe they are the right custodians to take KEC into the future.”.
William de Laszlo, Harwin's chief executive, adds: “Through this acquisition, Harwin has become the custodian of an exceptional British engineering firm. By protecting KEC’s legacy while investing in its future, our ambition is to grow KEC for the long term. This will create opportunities for its staff, customers, and partners, while preserving the values that have made the company so successful.”
Robin Kent, KEC's sales and marketing director, concludes: “Working with William de Laszlo and the Harwin team to complete the acquisition has been a very positive experience. Throughout the entire process, there has been genuine respect for what David and Cheryl have built over the past four decades, and I am incredibly excited about what we can achieve together as part of the Harwin group.”
