BASINGSTOKE, UK – EC Electronics has acquired Dutch EMS provider Liad Electronics, growing EC's presence in mainland Europe and expanding its manufacturing capacity.

Liad Electronics Breda specializes in printed circuit board assemblies to high-tech customers who have sophisticated electronics manufacturing requirements, and the company's operations in the Netherlands will continue to be overseen by Rick Meesters, who will be re-investing into the group and joining the board, said EC Electronics.

"We are very excited about Liad Electronics joining the EC Group and working with the incredibly experienced team there," said Phil Simmonds, CEO, EC Electronics. "Liad will now be the foundation for the next stage of our growth plans in mainland Europe and a key part of the future success of the group."

"The additional services offered by EC will allow us to significantly improve our position and provide extra support to existing relationships," said Meesters.