An independent family-owned company that is the global market leader in the B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. We span a variety of specialties in the B-to-B distribution of cutting-edge electrical products and solutions: electrical & energy distribution, industrial controls & automation, building automation & construction, lighting, cables & wires, safety & tools, heating, ventilation & air conditioning and renewable energy. We continually enlarge our product range to be able to respond to customers in the best possible way, whether they operate in building, industry or utilities.
Founded in 1969 by Henri Coisne and his brothers, Sonepar has grown steadily, while maintaining its entrepreneurial values. Over fifty years down the road, our Group is still independent. Sonepar has expanded with the support of its family shareholders, and by investing in the skills of its associates. Our Group operates at the heart of a global market - with major potential for expansion. There is an increasingly broad range of applications for electrical equipment and product technology is evolving with a growing need for new services.
2020 is Sonepar's 51th anniversary. From its founding in 1969, to its position today as the world's leading B2B distributor of electrical products, solutions and related services, discover some of the highlights from our history. We have achieved lasting growth by meeting our customers' needs-for strong relationships, innovative services, assistance abroad and more. Opportunity came in 1981, when rival company Otra ran into difficulties. Otra comprised two entities: the Dutch electrical distribution company Technische Unie, and the German firm Otto Kuhmann.
This month, AFNOR Certification (French Standardization Association) has awarded Sonepar France the ISO 50001 certification across its entire Sonelog network, namely at the Saint Quentin, Plaine de l'Ain, Le Pontet, Cestas, Châteaubourg, and Fleury logistics platforms.
Last year Vallen USA a Sonepar Company, launched VICKIE, their women's resource group designed to help develop and support associates' performance and careers while upholding Vallen's mission and values.
Today, #Sonepar celebrates #InternationalWomensDay, a day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and polit… https://t.co/udGxPP9EQL
On Saturday 6th March, Sonepar Chairman Marie-Christine Coisne-Roquette will participate in the Top, a unique, digital event organized by Afep - Association française des entreprises privées / French Association of Large Companies, where over 250 SME leaders will have the chance to meet and discuss...
Our 2020 results are out! This solid sales performance, considering the global sanitary and economic crisis, reflects Sonepar’s global footprint, unique resilience of our associates, continuous investment in protecting customer service, including inventory levels and productivity benefits from...
Our #2020results are out! "Our associates were extraordinary in 2020 and I wish to thank all 45 000 of them for the… https://t.co/wA7vvYsGrV
#Sonepar in #Hungary & @Ledvance have donated #1Million Ft to the Hungarian #Ambulance Motorcycle Foundation! 🇭🇺… https://t.co/j0jO11Zh39
Lawrence & Hanson, a #Sonepar Company, announced its #partnership with @TRILUXglobal in #Australia, further strengt… https://t.co/krAHVz9vUZ
Electra FK in Chile is helping to #renovating of one of the world’s largest bus terminals, contributing to the coun… https://t.co/boJqMM0LYh
#Sonepar Vice President, Risks and Insurance, @fbeaume speaks with @AMRAE_officiel: "Which Risk Financing by the in… https://t.co/OoICVyZKwf
