CAE

CAE is the French leading distributor of low-power cables and connectors used in a large number of applications (security, industrial connection, telecom, IT). Offering a wide and immediately available range, CAE has established itself as a key partner for installers. The group mainly offers own-brand products.

CAE is also present in Italy and Belgium.

Value creation

Chequers acquired CAE alongside its management team and supported its growth for 5 years before selling it to Dutch distribution group TKH.

Investment year
2002
Turnover at acquisition
€0-100m
Type of operation
MBO
Business sector
IT Services
Country
France