• Rockwell Automation's Scott Wooldridge (left) and NHP's Stephen Coop.
    Rockwell Automation's Scott Wooldridge (left) and NHP's Stephen Coop.
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NHP Electrical Engineering Products (NHP) is set to become the sole distributor for Rockwell Automation products in South Pacific from next month.

The news follows on from NHP's acquisition of Rexel Industrial Automation’s (RIA) business assets relating to the distribution and supply of Rockwell Automation products in NSW and SE Queensland.

NHP will have has sole distributor rights for Rockwell Automation products, systems and solutions in the South Pacific including Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Papua New Guinea from 1 May.

NHP and Rexel Industrial Automation will continue to trade as separate entities this month whilst the acquisition is formalised.
NHP said it would be in contact with all RIA customers throughout April to ensure a seamless transition of products and services.

“We are proud and excited to be expanding our relationship with NHP across the South Pacific region as we work together to further enhance the efficiency of our customers, by delivering smarter, safer and more sustainable operational outcomes through Rockwell Automation’s Connected Enterprise solutions and by providing a simpler model to engage with our businesses. ” Rockwell Automation managing director for Australia and New Zealand Scott Wooldridge said.

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