Precision component company's sustainability.

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has earned the 2026 Emerson Sustainability Award. A global industrial automation leader, Emerson grants this prestigious recognition to suppliers and partners that ‘integrate environmental responsibility into their strategic business practices, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and promote transparency and collaboration with customers and stakeholders.’

Mason Linehan, Sales Engineer managing Emerson’s account for Trelleborg, says: “This award reflects the broader sustainability efforts championed by Trelleborg Group. It’s a testament to how we are protecting essential resources like the environment and people throughout our business.”

Trelleborg supplies precision components used in Emerson's solenoid valve and flow-control automation systems, including complex valve body components manufactured at its facilities in River Falls (WI USA) and Reynosa (MX).

Emerson created its Sustainability Award in 2024 and this year eight supply chain partners worldwide were recognised for their outstanding efforts in environmental sustainability.

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Analog-to-digital franchise for Europe.

Pin-compatible ADCs with up to 30% cost savings and long-term price stability.

Anglia Components has signed a pan-European franchise agreement with Silanna, makers of laser driver products and configurable analog-to-digital (ADC) converters that are pin-for-pin compatible with industry standard parts from major global analog IC suppliers, offering comparable or enhanced performance with up to a 30% cost saving.

Says John Bowman, Anglia’s Marketing Director: “These high quality, cost-effective ADCs are the latest addition to Anglia’s burgeoning linecard of analog parts. We have been designing in similar parts for many years and have invested in stock and FAEs to support the market. So, we know there will be a big demand when customers learn about the performance and incredible pricing of these value-disruptive products.”

“It’s great to have such a knowledgeable distribution partner as Anglia as part of our supply chain." said Patrick Moore, Vice President, Global Sales & Apps, Silanna Semiconductor. "They offer very innovative services and so do we: recently, for example, we announced a two-year price freeze on our parts – place a production order today and we’ll hold that price for two years. We’ve done this to counter the huge price hikes that the leading names in the analog IC world are enforcing. In this way we are providing stability for our customers in this challenging market.”

Silanna’s proprietary Plural™ architecture enables multiple devices to be created from the same chip platform. This means that design costs can be minimised, new, optimised chips can be brought to market quickly, and supply chain shortages, obsolescence and bottlenecks can be avoided.

LtoR:Debbie Marriott, Supply Chain Manager; John Bowman,Marketing Director, Anglia; Patrick Moore,Vice President, Global Sales & Apps, Silanna; David Pearson, Technical Director;  Sarah Porter, Strategic Marketing Manager, Anglia

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Bulkhead expanded beam adapter.

Plug-and-play compatibility with standard LC/ST/SC/FC patchcords; Fast system design - no custom cabling

The newly released Cinch-Fibreco JCON series is now available from Lane Electronics. The JCON Junior Bulkhead Expanded Beam Adapter is designed to simplify panel-mounted fibre-optic connectivity by enabling standard patchcords to be used between the adapter and the transceiver.

Until now, high-performance expanded beam connector panel adapters have not offered the same straightforward installation approach available with LC and similar fibre-optic connectors. Connecting an expanded beam connector to a transceiver typically required a custom cable assembly, made to the required length and fitted with the required connector types.

Key benefits.
The new Cinch-Fibreco JCON adapter supports straightforward panel-mounted installation and connects to the transceiver using a standard, off-the-shelf LC/LC patchcord. This gives designers greater flexibility as system requirements evolve, since cable lengths can be adjusted simply by selecting an alternative patchcord. It also simplifies production configuration by allowing different standard product models to be supported through patchcord changes, while enabling fast field replacement if cabling is damaged, with no termination required.

About JCON expanded beam adapters.
JCON connectors are the trusted solution for mission-critical fibre optic connectivity, combining rugged construction with simplified installation and superior optical performance. They are engineered for reliable performance in the most demanding applications and environments such as ground-based tactical communication systems, outside broadcast consoles, industrial systems, mining, marine and offshore systems.

The JCON series features an M83526 compliant fibre optic interface, along with rear adapter plate for standard commercial connectors allowing easy use with readily available patch cords. The expanded beam ferrule-to-lens alignment utilises Cinch-Fibreco patented optical technology, ensuring optimal signal integrity and minimising maintenance.

The JCON series is a bulkhead connector with D-hole panel cut-out for easy panel integration. Standard configuration features an anodised aluminium connector shell in black colour, available with 2 or 4 optical channels, and LC-duplex end adaptor plate. 

Key features include:

• Plug-and-play compatibility with standard LC/ST/SC/FC patch cords.
• Channel Count: 2 or 4 optical channels.
• Fibre Type: Single- or Multimode.
• Optical performance in line with MIL-DTL-83526.
• Optional: Zinc Cobalt finish in Olive colour.
• Optional: Stainless Steel shell.
• Bulkhead-D and square flange options.
• Tool-free installation for quick deployment.
• Easy to clean.

The JCON adapter features a M83526 compliant interface, which enables plug connectors according to MIL-DTL-83526/20 with 2 or 4 optical channels to be mated. L

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Response to recent mergers and acquisitions activity in component market.

Blurred lines can lead to lack of transparency and independence.

Anglia Components which is one of Europe’s longest-established, independent, authorised distributors of electronic components, has warned of a looming potential imbalance in the supply chain, where traditional lines may become blurred, leading to a lack of transparency and compromised independence.

Steve Rawlins

Steve Rawlins, Anglia’s CEO reasons: “Last week, the news sneaked out that one of the leading electronic component brokers had been bought by a major CEM, confirming rumours that had been floating about for months. This is concerning because it places too much buying power in the control of one organisation, leaving the supply chain at risk. If this were to become a trend, with other Tier 1 CEMs buying brokerage companies, it could easily result in artificial shortages and price hikes.”

Anglia is speaking from experience. 25 years ago, the company set up its own CEM operation, which was in Rawlins words ‘a disaster’ as customers were confused and worried by the potential conflict. The experiment was swiftly terminated.

The issue really centres on how increasingly blurred lines between manufacturing, distribution, and open-market sourcing affect company governance. Anglia believes in forging strong, three-way supply chain partnerships between component manufacturer, the customer and the distributor. “We operate with full transparency in the best interests of our customers”, concludes Rawlins.

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• See also: Warning: Chip shortage. (29/6/2026); Guarding against inventory disruption. (18/1/2019).

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Drop-in analog parts with increased functionality.

European customers no longer need fear being dictated to by ‘big brands.’

A distribution deal with 3PEAK Incorporated, semiconductor company focusing on high-performance, high-quality, and highly reliable ICs, including signal chain, power management, and mixed-signal front-ends has been agreed with Anglia Components. 3PEAK’s wide range of analog parts which are cost-effective, drop-in alternatives to devices from big brand US semiconductor makers will be attractive to customers.

“The market is fed up with being dictated to by a few major US names who have increased prices substantially over the past 18 months and want to tell you who to buy from”, says John Bowman, Anglia’s Marketing Director. “Anglia is building a strong analog IC portfolio of high quality products from manufacturers such as 3PEAK, which not only offer parts at substantially lower prices, but also with increased functionality.”

Stella Duzsar, Senior Sales Director, EMEA at 3PEAK adds: “We are delighted to be working with experienced supply chain partners such as Anglia, who know the market and who demonstrate their commitment to offering technical design-in support by employing talented FAEs.”

3PEAK is leading fabless semiconductor company, offering a broad analog and mixed signal IC portfolio that includes thousands of replacements for parts from established competitors at the lowest 1000-off price points. However, 3PEAK is also committed to innovation and invests over 50% of its annual revenue in R&D, leading to the introduction of many ICs with performance benefits over other suppliers. The company partners with independent top-tier fabs in every major region, resulting in a robust supply chain, and most devices are still available on an 8 to 12 week lead time.

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Warning: Chip shortage!

A warning of a huge surge in demand for multi-layer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) has been issued by Anglia Components. The company is advising customers that they need to get order coverage in place ASAP to prevent supply issues later in the year as the situation is expected to tighten severely.

Steve Rawlins, Anglia CEO (right) discloses “We are now turning away demand from brokers, in order to conserve our inventories so that we can support our loyal customer base in the Britain and Europe. We’ve been warning of shortages all year and now MLCCs have joined bellwether parts such as tantalum capacitors and small signal discretes on the shortages list.”

The surge in demand is being driven primarily by the AI datacentre buildout. Although this may seem counter-intuitive since data centres tend to use higher value MLCC products, the reality is that the production capacity for the more standard products that many customers do use is being shared with, or moved, to making the higher end products. Hence the constraint in capacity. For context, one AI data centre rack can use upwards of 440K MLCCs to manage the huge power delivery requirements of the boards. 

The company holds a strong profile of MLCCs from leading global suppliers including Murata, Samsung, AVX and TDK. The company has innovative inventory management programs to help users manage the inevitable shortages that will occur in the next few months, but urges customers to react quickly.

“Don’t make it easy for a broker to buy his next Lamborghini”, says Rawlins. “Schedule your orders with us now, and we’ll flex with you as your demand changes.”

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Top 50 in electronics distribution.

Strong ranking reinforces the value of diversity in a resilient supply chain.

One of Europe’s longest-established, independent, authorised distributors of electronic components, Anglia Components, has once again been named in the Top 50 Global Electronics Distributors list. Notably, Anglia remain the only privately owned, independent British distributor to feature in the Top 50, which is compiled by Supply Chain Connect, an organisation that provides supply chain and purchasing professionals with essential news, information and analysis about the technology and business trends that impact their global industry.

“To be ranked among the world’s top 50 distributors proves that the supply chain needs different distribution models in order to remain strong and reliable,” says Steve Rawlins, Anglia’s CEO. “Customers of all sizes need a variety of services at different times to support changing business demands. One size most certainly does not fit all, and Anglia’s commitment to customer service, proven throughout our 54 years of operation, plus high levels of inventory, and innovative initiatives such as our customer loyalty scheme and 90-day terms for online orders, have resulted in this success. I am delighted with this achievement on behalf of Anglia’s loyal staff and customers.”

This year, Anglia placed 46th in the Supply Chain Connect list, a particularly impressive result given the challenging market conditions of recent times. Added Rawlins: “This is a great accomplishment and a clear reflection of the Anglia team’s dedication and strength.”

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Smart industry components store.

The launch of SIS-TA, Smart Industry Store – Technology Access, a newly established subsidiary designed to address the growing demand for fast, transparent, and highly efficient procurement processes within industrial automation has been launched by Stemmer Imaging. This enterprise, SIS-TA, introduces a fully digital and transactional sales platform for smart industry components.

With SIS-TA, Stemmer strategically expands its existing business model by complementing its established consultative approach with a scalable online sales channel focused on speed, simplicity, and direct availability.

Responding to Changing Customer Expectations.
Industrial purchasing behaviour has fundamentally changed in recent years. Customers increasingly conduct product research, technology comparisons, and supplier evaluations digitally and independently. At the same time, expectations regarding transparent pricing, immediate availability, and direct ordering capabilities continue to rise.

SIS-TA was specifically created to address these market developments with a digital-first approach tailored to customers who require fast and efficient procurement processes for industrial automation products.

“The market is shifting from education to execution,” explains Mike Weccardt CEO, SIS- TA GmbH “Customers increasingly know exactly what they need and expect frictionless purchasing experiences with maximum transparency and speed.”

A transactional platform for industrial automation.
The new online platform serves as the central customer interface, covering the complete purchasing process from product selection and availability checks to transparent pricing and direct ordering.

At launch, SIS-TA focuses on machine vision products including cameras, optics, lighting, and frame grabbers. Over time, the portfolio will expand to include additional smart industry technologies such as cobots, AMRs, industrial sensors, smart cameras, motion control solutions, industrial I/O, and PLC systems.

SIS-TA will provide AI-powered first- and second-level support to ensure fast and efficient customer assistance. For more complex projects, solutions, and applications, customers will have access to Stemmer's expert support organisation and its highly specialised engineering teams.

Strategic expansion into new customer segments.
SIS-TA is specifically designed to address customer groups that increasingly prioritise speed, price transparency, and simplified procurement processes. The platform enables Stemmer Imaging to expand into new market segments while strengthening long-term customer relationships within the broader group ecosystem.

The operating model has been intentionally designed to remain lean, scalable, and highly automated, allowing rapid adaptation to changing market requirements and future portfolio expansion.

SIS-TA takes the next strategic step in industrial digitalisation - combining competitive products, digital sales models, and integrated services into a future- oriented smart industry platform.

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Pan European component distribution agreement.

Anglia Components has signed a Pan European authorised distribution agreement with Same Sky, the established manufacturer of an ever-expanding range of product technologies, including audio, interconnect, motion and control, relay, sensor, switch, and thermal management solutions. Same Sky was formerly known as CUI Devices.

Commented David Pearson, Anglia’s technical director: “This partnership significantly enhances our audio portfolio and expands the breadth of innovative technologies we can offer. Same Sky also brings a rapidly developing range of interconnect solutions and an extensive selection of thermal management products, including Fans and Peltier devices. We are looking forward to bringing these innovative components to our UK and EU customer base through our online platform.”

For Same Sky, EMEA Sales Director Neil Whittington added: “We value Anglia’s blend of modern e‑commerce capability and traditional people-centric service. Anglia is renowned for carrying a broad and deep inventory, which is particularly important to the many SMEs that make up a large portion of our European customer base”

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Ready for EU sustainability rules.

OMRON Electronic Components Europe is scaling product carbon footprint (PCF) reporting across its portfolio, including popular relay and switch lines. The data helps customers strengthen their supply-chain auditing and prepare for forthcoming EU Digital Product Passports.

PCF data is available for a growing number of products, including the G9KB, G6DN, and G9KC relays, and B3SL surface-mount tactile switches, as OMRON continues to calculate data for more products in the portfolio. The rollout strategically prioritises the most popular lines, to maximise early support for customers working towards the EU DPP initiative and other regulations.

The reporting program is one result of the wider DMS Green Project, begun by the OMRON Device & Module Solutions Company (DMS) in Japan to cut environmental impact and CO² emissions. With the goal of turning sustainability obligations into opportunities to share with partners and customers, the project encompasses energy consumption, product design, manufacturing, and supply chain.

Within the DMS Green Project, OMRON built its own PCF calculator leveraging the principles of ISO 14067, the international standard for carbon-footprint quantification. This calculator is now independently approved, and OMRON is making the tool available to supply-chain partners, assisting industry-wide expansion of product-level carbon reporting and reduction. Depending on the product family, OMRON’s PCF results are either third‑party verified or self‑declared based on ISO 14067 to accelerate data availability.

Among the board-mount relays for which PCF data is now available, the G6DN slim power relays pack 5A switching capability in a 5mm-wide package, featuring ultra-reliable crossbar twin contacts. The G9KB series provides bidirectional switching up to 50A at 600V, while the G9KB-E high-capacity variant handles up to 100A at 800V DC. The G9KC is a 4-pole high-power relay rated for 480V AC at 40A, featuring low contact resistance and a 4.0mm contact gap. Finally, the B3SL series surface-mount tactile switches feature an IP67-rated sealed structure with a rubber plunger, designed for a crisp click feeling with a middle stroke.

These products are in full production and target a wide range of applications, including industrial controls and automation, energy storage systems (ESS), domestic appliances, heat pumps and HVAC systems, EV charging stations, smart buildings, and energy infrastructure. To support customers, either third-party verified PCF data or self-declared, a report for each model is available upon request.

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Components for Nordic and Baltic regions.

Franchise extension will be supported by locally-based technical and commercial staff.*

Anglia Components has extended its franchise agreement with Digi International and now represents the M2M and IoT solution provider in the Nordic and Baltic regions. One of the key reasons for the enhanced relationship between the two companies is the success of the innovative programs that Anglia runs in the Britain and Ireland with Digi to develop new business. Examples include where the two companies have collaborated to deliver technical workshops providing an introduction to RF communications and connecting wireless sensors to the cloud for remote monitoring and control, as well as discussing Digi’s hardware, software and development kit solutions.

Jurgen De Biscop, Digital and John Bowman, Anglia.

“The Nordic and Baltic regions have a large number of SMEs and Contract Electronics Manufacturers, just like the UK”, says John Bowman, Anglia’s Marketing Director. “Such customers can often be left behind by the big high service and production fulfilment distributors, whereas for Anglia, they are a key part of our customer base. We look forward to growing with Digi in these regions.”

Jurgen De Biscop, Senior Channel Manager for Digi in the EMEA region adds: “We have been impressed by Anglia’s commitment to demand creation and new customer development in the UK, which is why we presented them with an award for this activity last year. We are delighted to extend the relationship and look forward eagerly to enjoying even greater success together.”

Anglia’s Nordic/Baltic agreement with Digi follows hot on the heels of a similar business extension with STMicroelectronics, and the three companies are collaborating to deliver a one-day event, titled ‘Learn How to Seamlessly Transition to Linux-Based MPUs’ in Reading (GB) on the 22nd April.

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*Anglia is currently interviewing candidates for a Managing Director and FAEs based in the Nordics to support its business activities in the area.

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Supply constraints are approaching rapidly.

"Some memory manufacturers have closed their books for new orders this year..."

Anglia Components, a leading independent, authorised distributor of electronic components in Europe, is actively advising customers of anticipated supply constraints in the market. The company is warning that the market is flipping from a downward price trend with most components available ex-stock, to an upward price trend and extending lead times. Prices are rising by 5-15%, and lead-times from manufacturers for standard products such as MCUs has already reached 23 weeks in certain circumstances. And this was already the status prior to the recent events in the Middle East, which are likely to compound and exacerbate the situation.

“We are hoping that it won’t return to the disruption experienced in 2020-2022 when customers without forward orders found themselves paying extreme premiums on the grey market simply to keep production running “, says John Bowman, Anglia’s Marketing Director (Pictured right). “But already, some memory manufacturers have closed their books for new orders this year, and across the board, our manufacturing partners are quoting progressively longer lead-times. You have to learn from history, and I am highly certain we are heading towards a period of restricted supply in the very near future.”

With more than 50 years of experience navigating market cycles, Anglia is advising customers to place orders early to secure their required production volumes. Bowman continues: “Customers need to take measured action now and lay down their component requirements for at least the next 12 months. Now is most certainly not the time to sit back and wait – as Theodore Roosevelt once said: ‘…the worst thing you can do is nothing’ “.

As manufacturer and distribution inventories tighten and die banks are drawn down, goods ordered today are likely to have a lead time of six months, and extending. But that is much better than being told that there is no availability and no chance of getting the parts you need other than falling back on the grey market. Anglia, known as the “Kings of Inventory”, are ready to work with every customer, large and small, to manage the challenges ahead.

Bowman concludes: “We have a reputation as the eyes and ears for SMEs. We are trusted to work with them through challenging times and help mitigate risks to their production. But it’s vital that our message is taken seriously — recent years should not create a false sense of security. Purchasing strategies need to adapt, and the time for action is now.”

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See also: Component market in full swing! ("Don't get caught out!")

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1500V relays.

OMRON Electronic Components Europe is extending its contactor-replacement relay portfolio with the G9KJ to save weight and cost in high-voltage energy storage systems and electric-vehicle fast chargers. With 25A make current and 5A carry (0A break) current, the compact PCB-mount relays have ratings optimized for pre-charging circuits at DC-link voltage up to 1500V.

As pre-charge control switches, the OMRON G9KJ relays divert capacitive inrush currents through a high resistance to relieve stress on components handling the main charging current, including the main contactor, DC link capacitor, and trip protection. With a critical role in preventing nuisance faults or unwanted system resets, and enhancing long‑term reliability of the power stage, G9KJ relays permit greater board integration and faster assembly than traditional contactors.

The 37.2mm x 25.5mm x 17mm type 1A (SPST NO) relays address the growing reliance on high-voltage DC switching capabilities as the energy transition redefines grid infrastructures and life essentials like mobility. Continued integration of renewables in the energy mix is driving demands for efficient, high-capacity energy storage systems at voltages in the 600V-1000V range to ensure grid stability. On the other hand, EVs are tending towards higher vehicle-battery voltages, already reaching 1000-1500V in some vehicles, for faster charging, weight savings, and increased drive power.

The G9KJ relays now deliver an alternative to general-purpose high-voltage parts, letting designers ensure pre-charging circuits are appropriately specified for optimum rating, reliability, cost, and size. With contact resistance of just 100mΩ (max.) and 530mW coil power, the relays support the quest for efficiency and energy-conscious design.

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Component market in full swing!

"Don't get caught out!"

Anglia Components the well known authorised distributors of electronic components, is advising customers that – as predicted in Q4 2025 – the market upturn is in full swing. “We're seeing a higher level of enquiries and sales are picking up, both in the UK and across the EU”, says David Pearson, Anglia’s Technical Director. “However, whilst we are happy to see the market moving at last, suppliers are now extending leadtimes on certain products - not yet across the board, but in certain product areas such as MEMS semiconductors.”

David Pearson

He continues: “In other areas, demand from exploding sectors such as AI data centres means that manufacturers are shifting their product mix to focus on the most lucrative products. Micron, for example is exiting the consumer memory module market and diverting its manufacturing capacity to high bandwidth memory. That’s putting pressure on supplies of DRAM such as DDR memory. Inevitably this is also resulting in price rises. Again, at the moment it’s only in certain sectors, and limited to 3-5%. But watch this space!”

“We’re not sure exactly when the tipping point will be”, concedes Pearson, “but we are sure it will come. Therefore our strong advice is get scheduled orders in now, before component manufacturers close their books for 2026, as has already happened with one memory supplier.”

Anglia has built a reputation as the ‘kings of inventory’, with stock turns deliberately much lower than the biggest corporate entities, and this is a policy which the company is sticking by. However, markets can change very quickly, especially in a volatile economic climate. “We’re in a better position than our competitors to support customers of all sizes from SMEs to large corporations”, concludes Pearson. “All we are saying is ‘don’t get caught out’ – talk to us now about your requirements for the year ahead and let us ensure that your supply chain is secure.”

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48 hour component service.

Anglia Components, in conjunction with its leading supplier franchise base, now offers design engineers one of the fastest and most comprehensive NPI programmes in the industry. Anglia aims to get NPI's onto its Anglia Live e-commerce platform within 48 hours of release by the manufacturer, and to have samples available free of charge, enabling customers to differentiate their next projects by integrating the latest cutting-edge products from a line-up of world class suppliers.

The company’s new NPI Express email now details a selection of the latest NPI’s from its broad base of world class suppliers which have been recently added to the Anglia Live website. Published monthly, the NPI Express newsletter will give design engineers visibility, and most importantly, access to free samples of these NPI’s via Anglia’s unique Ezysample service.

John Bowman

“We know that NPI samples are the lifeblood of new designs, but unless you are a very large customer, they can be difficult to access when they are first introduced," said John Bowman, Marketing Director at Anglia.  "Initially, in the middle of last year, we launched our Ezysample ‘no questions asked’ service with STMicroelectronics covering all chip NPIs from the company to the UK and European design community. Now we have extended that program to cover our franchise base.” 

Anglia’s operating commitment to holding a large, uncommitted inventory at its headquarters in Cambridge (GB) is key to the deliverability of NPI’s, because it means that Anglia always has product available and ready to ship. The Anglia Live eCommerce platform - open to British & other European customers - means that orders placed up to 17:00 (CET) Monday to Thursday are despatched same day and delivered in one or two days. Finally, Anglia works to build long-standing, close relationships with its manufacturing partners, enabling the distributor to introduce innovative, customer-focused programs such as Ezysample and its accompanying NPI Express newsletter.

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• A new monthly NPI Express newsletter will detail the latest NPIs released during the month, and users can view and filter by date all the latest NPI products added to Anglia Live. Customers are encouraged to sign up to receive the newsletters.

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Semiconductors for the Baltics.

An enhanced franchise agreement with STMicroelectronics has been enterred into by Anglia Components. This extends its authorised sales territory to include the Nordic and Baltic regions. This strategic development reflects STMicroelectronics’ confidence in Anglia’s ability to drive market growth in these territories. It also reinforces the leading semiconductor company’s commitment to a regional distribution model, in contrast to the globalised, homogenous approach adopted by many US-based chip makers which removes customer choice.

To support this expansion, Anglia will be recruiting a Nordics Manager and Field Application Engineers (FAEs), based in the territory.

Anglia’s Marketing Director, John Bowman says “Anglia’s ethos has always been to listen to customers’ needs. We believe that this is the way to build a strong, valuable and resilient business model. The so-called ‘High Service’ and broadline fulfilment distributors do not support the complex needs of the smaller and medium-sized customers, and critically they do not provide access to engineering resource. Their commitment is primarily to their shareholders, not their customers, so even basic services like holding inventory are not adequately supported. In direct contrast, Anglia values customers of all shapes and sizes, we focus our efforts on nurturing these relationships to grow and benefit together. This customer centric approach means they can always rely on us to provide technical and commercial support, and have access to our vast, locally-held inventory.”

STM's VP Channel Sales, EMEA at STMicroelectronics, Frank Wolinski remarked “We are impressed by the innovation and ambition shown by Anglia. They have demonstrated their commitment to ST with initiatives such as the Ezysample program, which enables customers to get free samples of every ST new product introduction (NPI), and the fact that they stock more ST devkits than any other distributor. We believe that Anglia can bring the same levels of service and customer engagement for ST in the Nordics (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden) and the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) that they have offered for over 50 years to customers in the UK and Ireland, expanding ST’s market presence in these important regions.”

Just as in Britain and Ireland, Nordic & Baltic customers buying ST through Anglia can also use Anglia Live, Anglia’s e-commerce platform which offers a FedEx 1-2 day delivery service across the region.

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Growth predicted in components company.

54-year-old company credits financial security and innovative business practices for long term success.

Double the industry’s average predicted growth is expected by Anglia Components as the company emerges from the challenging times of recent years. Founded in 1972, Anglia expects 10% growth in 2026, reckons CEO Steve Rawlins, twice the mid-range prediction of industry association Electronic Components Supply Network (ECSN).

Steve Rawlins

Rawlins – who will celebrate 50 years at Anglia next year – believes that the company’s continued independence has helped it innovate and remain financially very strong. “We enjoy very good relations with our bankers, and are delighted to recognise HSBC as our exclusive funders”, he explains. “As we enter the 12th successive year of partnership with HSBC, we would like to thank them for all their help and support over this period.”

Despite the challenges of the post-Covid years, Anglia has introduced several new initiatives which are driving the business forward. Semiconductor giant, STMicroelectronics (ST) encouraged Anglia to extend its Anglia Live e-commerce platform to cover the EU as well as the Britain and Ireland, and that business is building steadily, expanding Anglia’s available market and customer base hugely. Anglia has also introduced a customer loyalty scheme, free-sampling service and various eco initiatives, all in the last two years.

“We have been able to grow because we have always kept solid financial foundations”, concludes Rawlins. “Every company needs prudent fiscal acumen, and with the long-standing and continued support of HSBC, Anglia is expertly positioned to support customers in the UK and across Europe for many years to come.”

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VP for EMEA Customer Service in components and automation.

Mouser Electronics has appointed Martina Drimala as Vice President of EMEA Customer Service, effective in Mouser’s fiscal third quarter. Martina will oversee customer service operations across the EMEA region, driving service excellence and supporting Mouser’s continued growth in Europe.

“Martina’s deep experience and understanding of the European market will be invaluable as we continue to expand our EMEA operations,” said Tom Busher, SVP Global Sales & Service, Mouser Electronics. “Her analytical mindset, leadership, customer focus, and ability to develop high-performing teams make her ideally suited to strengthen our service capabilities across the region.”

Martina Drimala

Martina was one of Mouser’s first European employees, joining the company in 2008 as it began expanding into the European market. During her previous nine years at Mouser, she held various roles, including business development and supplier marketing, before joining TTI, Inc. in 2017.

“I am excited to rejoin Mouser and help drive customer service excellence across EMEA,” said Martina Drimala. “Having been part of Mouser’s early European expansion, I look forward to contributing to the company’s next phase of growth and supporting our teams and customers across the region.”

Martina holds a master’s degree in economics from the University of Applied Sciences and is fluent in German, English, and Czech. She brings extensive customer service and sales experience across Europe, and most recently served as Regional Vice President Sales Eastern Europe at TTI, Inc., where she managed a diverse region including Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, and Ukraine.

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Component leadership.

Dave Beck, Strategic Partnership Director EMEA with global ‘master’ distributor Waldom Electronics Corporation, has been appointed to the Leadership Group steering committee of the Electronic Components Supply Network (ecsn).

Dave Beck

Beck joined Waldom Electronics in 2024 following a sterling 20+ year career with Farnell Electronics, where he held senior management positions in procurement, supplier management, and operations. He is credited with strengthening supplier collaboration, enhancing customer engagement, and driving growth across international markets.

Announcing Beck’s appointment, ecsn Chairman Adam Fletcher, acknowledged Waldom’s unique position among manufacturer-authorised distributors of electronic components, where the company operates as a global ‘master’ distributor serving authorised distributors worldwide.

“As Waldom’s Strategic Partnership Director, Dave has a key role in developing and expanding relationships with distributors and supplier partners across the entire supply chain,” Fletcher said. “His extensive experience and insight will be a great asset to ecsn’s Leadership Group and the association’s wider membership.”

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Where are your goods coming from?

"The supply chain can be fragile ..."

In the major changes in international trade conditions procedures used in ordering and receiving goods were relatively simple. Nowadays however long supply chains can lead to delays, price-instability not to mention a heavy carbon footprint. European customers using supply chains that rely solely on overseas warehousing should be very wary of significant challenges, warns Anglia Components.

Anglia's John Bowman

Shipping parts around the world always increases carbon footprint. The two major ‘high service’ - or as John Bowman, Anglia’s Marketing Director, refers to them, ‘self service’ – distribution players both ship exclusively from central USA locations. Shipping goods from their British distribution centre in Wisbech to customers in Britain or continental Europe incurs seven times less CO₂ than shipping the same goods from the US or other continents.

The current geopolitical instabilities and trade wars have massively impacted supply chains. “We are seeing leading semiconductor manufacturers such as Texas Instruments, which has consolidated its distribution network for its own gain with little regard for what the customer wants, choosing to increase prices across the board in response to international trade conditions and tariffs. The supply chain can be fragile and putting all ‘one’s eggs in one basket’ – both from the manufacturer and customer’s perspectives – is dangerous.”

He contrasts Anglia’s approach which is to stock in depth. Orders can be placed to mitigate against price changes caused by tariffs or currency fluctuations. "Having a local distribution and logistics centre, gives us an edge unlike many of our competitors, it also addresses the sustainability question and ensures that goods are available on a rapid one- or two-day delivery service."

For EU customers, overcoming BREXIT difficulties, parts are shipped by FedEx, Delivered Duty Paid (DDP). Invoicing is available in multiple currencies, and orders that are placed up to 17:00 (CET) Monday to Thursday are despatched same day. There is no minimum order value and DDP delivery is free for orders over €50/$60.

Also, Anglia has recently launched a loyalty scheme which offers Anglia Live customers 90 day credit terms and rewards worth up to £2,500 (€2870). Bowman adds: “We are big enough to offer the best logistics practices, but not so corporate that we forget about true customer service and what UK and EU customers really need”

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