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APC Technology Group PLC
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APC Technology Group PLC
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apcplc.com
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Public
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1982
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APC Technology Group PLC is a UK-based, LSE-listed specialist distributor providing the design, specification, and distribution of electronic components and systems to customers across the UK and overseas markets.

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Operating
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51–100
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HeadquartersKent, United Kingdom
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Kent
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United Kingdom
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Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
electronic components distribution, specialist electronic systems, component design services, electronic component supply, value-added distribution
NAICS code2 codes
  • Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing334
  • Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing33429
SIC code3 codes
  • Wholesale-Electronic Parts & Equipment, Nec5065
  • Electronic Components & Accessories3670
  • Electronic Components, Nec3679
Product category
Electronic Components Distribution
Distribution channels1 record

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components4 values
Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Core offering1 text field

APC Technology Group PLC provides the design, specification, and distribution of specialist electronic components and systems for business customers in the UK and overseas markets. The company supplies electronic components through direct distribution and has expanded its offering via multiple acquisitions of complementary distributors, most recently MDL Technologies in 2021.

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Problem solved
Partnership2 partners
1MDL Technologies
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2021-07-02
Description

APC Technology Group acquired MDL Technologies. The acquisition aims to enhance APC's service offering and reputation as a distributor of electronic components in the UK and overseas. This acquisition represents a strategic expansion of capabilities.

2Brachers
Strategic tierMinorTypeImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner
Description

Brachers provided advisory services to APC Technology Group on the acquisition of MDL Technologies. They advised on the transaction to support the acquisition process.

Peers10 records
1Digi-Key Electronics
TypeDirect peer
Description

One of the largest global electronic component distributors, known for broadest-in-stock inventory and strong engineer/customer-facing digital tools. Comparable to APC in distribution model and end-customer base, though at far greater scale.

2Mouser Electronics
TypeDirect peer
Description

Global authorized semiconductor and electronic component distributor with extensive inventory and direct-to-engineer e-commerce. Comparable to APC in target market (engineers/buyers), breadth of supplier franchise, and emphasis on new-product introduction.

3Avnet
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Global broad-line electronic components distributor and parent of Premier Farnell/element14. Comparable to APC in components distribution; significantly larger and broader in product, services, and geographic coverage.

4Arrow Electronics
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Fortune 500 global broad-line distributor of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions, with deep UK/European presence. Overlaps with APC on components distribution but operates at vastly greater scale and across adjacent enterprise/IoT segments.

5Farnell / element14 (Premier Farnell)
TypeDirect peer
Description

Premier Farnell, owned by Avnet, is a global electronic components distributor with deep UK and European roots and a strong community/e-commerce proposition. Directly comparable to APC in customer base (design engineers, makers, industrial buyers) and broad-line components distribution model.

6TTI Inc.
TypeDirect peer
Description

Specialist authorized distributor of interconnect, passive, electromechanical and sensor components, owned by Berkshire Hathaway. Comparable to APC in specialty distribution positioning and supplier franchise focus.

7RS Components (Electrocomponents plc)
TypeDirect peer
Description

UK-headquartered electronic, electrical and industrial components distributor (RS, Allied, OKdo brands) listed on the LSE. Closest geographical and business-model peer to APC: multi-channel B2B distribution of components to UK and overseas engineers and purchasers.

8Future Electronics
TypeDirect peer
Description

Privately held global electronic components distributor serving OEMs and EMS customers across EMEA, Americas and Asia. Comparable to APC in supplier franchise management and demand-creation activity with engineers and purchasing teams.

9CPC (Combined Precision Components)
TypeDirect peer
Description

CPC, part of Farnell/element14/Avnet, specializes in industrial and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) product distribution in the UK. Comparable to APC in UK-centric B2B distribution posture targeting industrial and engineering buyers.

10Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente
TypeDirect peer
Description

European-based broad-line electronic components distributor with strong DACH and broader EMEA presence. Comparable to APC as a European-headquartered specialist distributor with overlapping component lines and customer verticals.

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Classification, Details

Segment1 record

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Ideal customer profile1 record

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Subsidiaries1 record

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Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A12 records

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

APC Technology Group PLC

Electronic Components Distributionapcplc.com

APC Technology Group PLC is a UK-based, LSE-listed specialist distributor providing the design, specification, and distribution of electronic components and systems to customers across the UK and overseas markets.

APC Technology Group PLC firmographics

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Name
APC Technology Group PLC
Legal name
APC Technology Group PLC
Website
https://apcplc.com
Company type
Public
Founded year
1982
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
51–100 employees
Short description
APC Technology Group PLC is a UK-based, LSE-listed specialist distributor providing the design, specification, and distribution of electronic components and systems to customers across the UK and overseas markets.
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Where APC Technology Group PLC is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Kent
HQ country
United Kingdom
HQ region
Europe

Markets served

APC Technology Group PLC business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Distribution channels1 record

APC Technology Group PLC product offering

Product offering

Core offering

APC Technology Group PLC provides the design, specification, and distribution of specialist electronic components and systems for business customers in the UK and overseas markets. The company supplies electronic components through direct distribution and has expanded its offering via multiple acquisitions of complementary distributors, most recently MDL Technologies in 2021.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Companies that use APC Technology Group PLC

Customer profile

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

APC Technology Group PLC technology and API

Technology

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APC Technology Group PLC partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • MDL TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2021APC Technology Group acquired MDL Technologies. The acquisition aims to enhance APC's service offering and reputation as a distributor of electronic components in the UK and overseas. This acquisition represents a strategic expansion of capabilities.
  • BrachersminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerBrachers provided advisory services to APC Technology Group on the acquisition of MDL Technologies. They advised on the transaction to support the acquisition process.

APC Technology Group PLC competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Digi-Key Electronics: One of the largest global electronic component distributors, known for broadest-in-stock inventory and strong engineer/customer-facing digital tools. Comparable to APC in distribution model and end-customer base, though at far greater scale.
  • Mouser Electronics: Global authorized semiconductor and electronic component distributor with extensive inventory and direct-to-engineer e-commerce. Comparable to APC in target market (engineers/buyers), breadth of supplier franchise, and emphasis on new-product introduction.
  • Farnell / element14 (Premier Farnell): Premier Farnell, owned by Avnet, is a global electronic components distributor with deep UK and European roots and a strong community/e-commerce proposition. Directly comparable to APC in customer base (design engineers, makers, industrial buyers) and broad-line components distribution model.
  • TTI Inc. Specialist authorized distributor of interconnect, passive, electromechanical and sensor components, owned by Berkshire Hathaway. Comparable to APC in specialty distribution positioning and supplier franchise focus.
  • RS Components (Electrocomponents plc): UK-headquartered electronic, electrical and industrial components distributor (RS, Allied, OKdo brands) listed on the LSE. Closest geographical and business-model peer to APC: multi-channel B2B distribution of components to UK and overseas engineers and purchasers.
  • Future Electronics: Privately held global electronic components distributor serving OEMs and EMS customers across EMEA, Americas and Asia. Comparable to APC in supplier franchise management and demand-creation activity with engineers and purchasing teams.
  • CPC (Combined Precision Components): CPC, part of Farnell/element14/Avnet, specializes in industrial and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) product distribution in the UK. Comparable to APC in UK-centric B2B distribution posture targeting industrial and engineering buyers.
  • Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente: European-based broad-line electronic components distributor with strong DACH and broader EMEA presence. Comparable to APC as a European-headquartered specialist distributor with overlapping component lines and customer verticals.

Broad incumbents

  • Avnet: Global broad-line electronic components distributor and parent of Premier Farnell/element14. Comparable to APC in components distribution; significantly larger and broader in product, services, and geographic coverage.
  • Arrow Electronics: Fortune 500 global broad-line distributor of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions, with deep UK/European presence. Overlaps with APC on components distribution but operates at vastly greater scale and across adjacent enterprise/IoT segments.

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APC Technology Group PLC social profiles

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APC Technology Group PLC financial estimates

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APC Technology Group PLC leadership team

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APC Technology Group PLC subsidiaries and ownership

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Subsidiaries1 record

APC Technology Group PLC funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

APC Technology Group PLC M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A12 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about APC Technology Group PLC

What does APC Technology Group PLC do?

APC Technology Group PLC provides the design, specification, and distribution of specialist electronic components and systems for business customers in the UK and overseas markets. The company supplies electronic components through direct distribution and has expanded its offering via multiple acquisitions of complementary distributors, most recently MDL Technologies in 2021.

Is APC Technology Group PLC a public or private company?

APC Technology Group PLC is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.

When was APC Technology Group PLC founded?

APC Technology Group PLC was founded in 1982. It employs 51 to 100 people.

Where is APC Technology Group PLC based?

APC Technology Group PLC is headquartered in Kent, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.

Who are APC Technology Group PLC's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Digi-Key Electronics, Mouser Electronics, Farnell / element14 (Premier Farnell), TTI Inc., RS Components (Electrocomponents plc), Future Electronics, CPC (Combined Precision Components) and Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente. Broad incumbents are Avnet and Arrow Electronics.

Does APC Technology Group PLC have an API?

No public API is recorded for APC Technology Group PLC.

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GlobeNewswireForm 8.5 (EPT/RI) - APC Technology Group PlcShore Capital Stockbrokers Ltd disclosed dealings in APC Technology Group plc shares on 7 October 2019, purchasing 68,500 ordinary shares at 9.771p and selling 305 at 9.98p. The disclosure is made under Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code.GlobeNewswireForm 8.5 (EPT/RI) - APC Technology Group PlcShore Capital Stockbrokers Ltd, an exempt principal trader, disclosed a purchase of 30,000 ordinary shares in APC Technology Group plc on 24 September 2019. The shares were bought at a price of 9.73p per unit, with no other dealings or agreements disclosed.GlobeNewswireForm 8.5 (EPT/RI) - APC Technology Group PlcShore Capital Stockbrokers Ltd disclosed dealings in APC Technology Group plc shares on 20 September 2019, purchasing 110,307 shares and selling 22,000 shares. The purchase price ranged from 9.736p to 9.838p per share, with the sale at 9.736p and the purchase at 9.838p.GlobeNewswireForm 8.5 (EPT/RI) - APC Technology Group PlcShore Capital Stockbrokers Ltd, an exempt principal trader, disclosed a purchase of 115,063 ordinary shares in APC Technology Group plc on 18 September 2019. The shares were bought at a price of 9.726p per unit, with no other dealings or agreements disclosed.GlobeNewswireForm 8.3 - APC TECHNOLOGY GROUP PLCHargreave Hale Limited disclosed its opening position in APC Technology Group PLC on 18 September 2019, holding 30,967,714 ordinary shares representing 16.9568% of the company. No dealings or other arrangements were disclosed.GlobeNewswireForm 8.3 - APC Technology Group plc - AMENDMENTOctopus Investments Limited disclosed a 6.66% stake in APC Technology Group plc, holding 12,154,044 ordinary shares. The disclosure was filed on 18 September 2019 under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, with no dealings or agreements noted.GlobeNewswireForm 8.3 - APC Technology Group plcOctopus Investments Limited disclosed a 6.66% stake in APC Technology Group plc, holding 12,154,044 ordinary shares. The disclosure was made on September 18, 2019, under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, with no dealings or agreements noted.