Avnet Abacus named EMEA Distributor of the Year by Harwin
Recognition highlights Avnet Abacus’ strong year-on-year growth, inventory availability, and customer support across Europe
Brussels, Belgium, 26th May, 2026: Avnet Abacus, one of Europe’s leading interconnect, passive, electro-mechanical and power distributors and a regional business unit of Avnet (NASDAQ: AVT), has received the EMEA Distributor of the Year accolade from Harwin, a leading specialist in reliable and high-performance technologies for demanding applications. The recognition consolidates the distributor’s continued efforts and strong expertise in the European market; in 2025, Avnet Abacus also received the Harwin EMEA Distributor of the Year award.
This award recognises Avnet Abacus’ strong performance across the region and its ongoing contribution to Harwin’s growth in the European channels. “Avnet Abacus is a highly valued partner for Harwin, combining deep market knowledge with a collaborative and responsive approach that strengthens our relationship year after year,” said Steve Miller, Head of Distribution Sales EMEA, Harwin. “Their team consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to supporting our customers and delivering value across the supply chain.”
Carlos Sanchez, Business Development Manager, Avnet Abacus, also received a 5-Star award during the event. Eneko Ansoleaga, Southern Europe Business Development Manager, Harwin, presented the award to Sanchez, praising his “passion, quality, and relentless pursuit of new projects."
For additional information on Avnet Abacus’ portfolio of Harwin solutions for the All-Electric Society and extensive IoT applications such as industrial automation, medical, and smart agriculture, please visit https://my.avnet.com/abacus/manufacturers/m/harwin/
Avnet Abacus receiving the Harwin EMEA Distributor of the Year award.
About Avnet Abacus
Avnet Abacus is a pan-European distributor committed to supporting customers from design to fulfilment. Avnet Abacus’ exceptional linecard features globally recognized manufacturers and an extensive product range that includes interconnect, passive, electromechanical, power supply, energy storage, wireless & sensor products and solutions. Avnet Abacus is a regional business unit of Avnet, (NASDAQ:AVT), with European headquarters in Belgium (Avnet Europe BV). For more information, visit: www.avnet-abacus.eu
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