MSA Components has been awarded “Distributor of the Year 2025” by Omnetics Connector Corporation. This award recognizes in particular the continued development of the long-standing business relationship as well as the level of technical support provided within the European market for high-reliability interconnect solutions.
The award builds on a consistent partnership. MSA Components previously received the same distinction in 2015 and 2017. In addition, the collaboration spans many years and also includes an earlier recognition in 2007, at that time under the European Manufacturers Representative of the Year Award.
As Joe Held, International Sales Director at Omnetics Connector Corporation, emphasizes, the decision is based on several factors, particularly technical expertise and continuous market development:
“We’re proud to recognize MSA Components as our Distributor of the Year… Their deep technical expertise, strong commitment to customer support, and sustained business growth make them an invaluable partner to Omnetics in the European high-reliability market.”
The European high-reliability market, particularly in sectors such as space, defense, and avionics, places stringent requirements on quality, availability, and technical support. Within this environment, distributors increasingly take on roles in the design-in process as well as in project-related technical consulting.
This development is also reflected in the assessment by Ferdinando Mariani:
“This award confirms the strong position of MSA Components in the European Hi-Rel market and highlights the potential of our continued development within Hi-Rel Solutions by Steliau Technology.”
MSA Components continues to operate independently in the market and remains an established partner for high-reliability electronic components. At the same time, its market position is strategically strengthened through its integration into the Hi-Rel Business Unit of Steliau Technology. This structure enables a broader European footprint and additional resources, while existing customer and supplier relationships remain unchanged.
The award was received on behalf of the entire team by Markus Schulte and Uta Richard-Schulte.
Further insights into Omnetics’ product portfolio and the joint market approach in the European high-reliability environment can be found on the MSA Components supplier page:
https://msa-components.com/supplier/omnetics/
