Scaling business Bellew Group acquires EEW in major expansion deal.
Bellew Group has acquired EEW, an electrical wholesaler founded in 1979 and headquartered in Enniscorthy.
The deal represents Bellew’s third acquisition in the past 12 months as the company continues its expansion across Ireland.
“EEW is a strong cultural and commercial fit, and this deal reflects the momentum Bellew is building as a market leader in the sector”
EEW employs over 60 people across 11 branches nationwide and has established itself as one of Ireland’s largest electrical wholesalers over its 46-year history.
Sparking new opportunities
The acquisition brings Bellew Group’s total workforce to more than 220 employees operating from 27 branches, with combined annual revenues exceeding €100m.
“EEW is very well-run by Tom and his team, and the business is very well-respected in the industry,” said Ollie Bellew, CEO of Bellew Group.
“EEW have strong local roots and a loyal customer base. We’re excited to welcome the EEW team to the Bellew Group and continue building a nationwide network with the scale and service to match our customers’ needs.”
Tom Byrne, founder of EEW, said the acquisition represents a natural progression for the company.
“EEW takes pride in its personal service, deep customer relationships, and local knowledge,” Byrne said. “Joining the Bellew Group is the right next step for the future of our business. I’m proud of what we’ve built and excited to see it grow even further with Ollie and the Bellew Group.”
The deal follows Bellew’s acquisitions of Wesco Electrical and Cable and Accessories over the past year. Bellew Group secured investment from Waterland Ireland in 2024 to support its growth strategy across Ireland.
“We’re delighted to support Bellew Electrical as it continues to scale through smart, strategic acquisitions,” said Laura Dillon, Partner at Waterland Ireland. “EEW is a strong cultural and commercial fit, and this deal reflects the momentum Bellew is building as a market leader in the sector.”
The expanded Bellew Group now operates a network that includes a large 80,000 square foot warehouse alongside its branch locations across Ireland.
Main image: Ollie Bellew, CEO of Bellew Group, with Tom Byrne, founder of EEW
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