Honeywell partners with Aptec to enhance technology distribution across the Middle East
United Arab Emirates, Dubai, August 1, 2017 — Honeywell (NYSE: HON), the global software-industrial company, is set to further enhance its technology distribution across the Middle East through a new distribution agreement with Aptec, an Ingram Micro company and a leading technology distributor. The agreement will see a wider range of Honeywell’s productivity solutions, including scanning, printing and mobility technology, distributed through Aptec’s network targeting resellers and channel partners from the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt, Pakistan and Afghanistan.
The agreement will cover the distribution of smart and connected technologies, from cutting-edge mobile computers, voice-enabled software and workflows, bar code scanners, and printing solutions. Edmond Mikhael, General Manager for Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions (SPS) in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) commented: “This is an important agreement that will bring our sophisticated, state-of-the-art technology closer to customers, improving safety and productivity across industries.
Aptec will play a vital role in the value chain, linking our industry-leading technology to thousands of resellers across the Middle East. Our work will continue to make the region more connected and drive efficiency across sectors and geographies.” Ali Baghdadi, senior vice president and chief executive, Ingram Micro META, commented: “We are delighted to be partnering with a global technology leader such as Honeywell and work together to provide industry stakeholders with the latest innovations and technological advancements. We will create significant sales and profit opportunities through unique marketing programs, advanced logistics services, technical support, product delivery and distribution. We look forward to working closely with Honeywell following the signing of this milestone agreement.
About Honeywell
Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions (SPS) provides products, software and connected solutions that improve productivity, workplace safety and asset performance for our customers across the globe. We deliver on this promise through industry-leading mobile devices, software, cloud technology and automation solutions, the broadest range of personal protective equipment and gas detection technology, and custom-engineered sensors, switches and controls. We also manufacture and sell a broad portfolio of footwear for work, play and outdoor activities, including XtraTufTM and Muck BootTM brand footwear.
Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 software-industrial company that delivers industry specific solutions that include aerospace and automotive products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes, and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help everything from aircraft, cars, homes and buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/newsroom.
About Ingram Micro Inc.
Ingram Micro helps businesses Realize the Promise of Technology™. It delivers a full spectrum of global technology and supply chain services to businesses around the world. Deep expertise in technology solutions, mobility, cloud, and supply chain solutions enables its business partners to operate efficiently and successfully in the markets they serve. Unrivalled agility, deep market insights and the trust and dependability that come from decades of proven relationships, set Ingram Micro apart and ahead. More at www.ingrammicro.com
