Rexel Group, a global leader in the professional multichannel distribution of electrical products and services, specialises in technical supply, automation, and energy management across construction, renovation, maintenance, and production sectors. Rexel operates in 17 countries, with more than 27,000 employees. The Group’s sales were EUR 19.3 billion in 2024.

Rexel Finland Oy, integrated into the Rexel Group since 2008, has established itself as a key player in the wholesale trade of electrical products and services with a turnover of approximately EUR 254 million in 2024. Rexel has 26 stores across Finland and employs more than 300 people.

Ahlsell Sverige AB is a Nordic regional distributor of installation products, tools and supplies.

The significance of the transaction is characterised by its complexity involving the international scope and customary regulatory clearance.

The completion of the transaction is anticipated in the second quarter of 2025.

Our core M&A team consists of Senior Partner Anders Carlberg, Partner Juha-Pekka Mutanen, Senior Associate Stella Aarne and Associates Nora Liimatainen and Christian Lehtinen. Partner Ilkka Leppihalme, Senior Associate Jussi Koivusalo and Associates Mirva Arvola and Dorota Osinska advise on competition matters, Partner Anna Haapanen and Senior Associate Joona Linner advise on technology and IPR matters, Partner Kai Holkeri advises on tax matters and Senior Attorney Nana Karanen advises on employment matters.