About us
CEF is the UK’s leading multi-channel electrical wholesaler.
Our growth is built on the trust our customers place in us. For over 75 years, we’ve supported electricians and contractors with the products, expertise and service they rely on every day.
With a network of over 390 branches and an award-winning website, we supply the equipment that powers the nation. From over 300+ industry-leading brands and our own in-house manufacturing to renewables expertise and on-site support, we're more than a wholesaler - we're your partner in the trade.
Who we are
Founded in Coventry in 1951, CEF has spent over 75 years supporting the electrical trade, growing from one local branch to over 390 across the UK — with more than 1,200 globally. With a presence in the USA, Canada, Spain, Australia, Republic of Ireland and beyond, our reach may be worldwide, but our focus remains local. Whilst we’ve come a long way, we’ve never lost sight of who we are.
Trusted. Knowledgeable. Local. Proud to serve the people behind the power. Your electrical experts.
Our purpose, goals & values
At CEF, we are more than a business – we’re a family. We are a family that values one another, our customers, and our suppliers — always placing people at the heart of everything we do.
We are driven by a clear purpose, guided by meaningful goals, and united by shared values. Together, they give us direction, inspire how we work, and strengthen our commitment to building a brighter tomorrow for everyone.
