FDH Electronics Acquires Peerless Electronics, Strengthening its Global Electromechanical Capabilities
Strategic acquisition solidifies FDH Electronics as a leader in electromechanical distribution, delivering a comprehensive portfolio and enhanced value-added solutions to simplify the global supply chain
COMMERCE, Calif., Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FDH Aero, a leading global provider of supply chain solutions for the aerospace and defense industry, announced today that FDH Electronics, an FDH Aero division serving the mil-aero market’s electronic component needs, has acquired Peerless Electronics Inc., a franchised distributor of electromechanical components.
“This is an exciting step for our FDH Electronics team as it meaningfully expands our electromechanical line card while deepening our supplier relationships,” said Bob Earley, President of FDH Electronics. “By combining our deep strength in interconnect and wire and cable components with their complementary electromechanical expertise, we are scaling our existing capabilities to create a compelling value proposition for customers that streamlines their supply chain by sourcing a broader array of critical components through a single, trusted partner.”
Established in 1945, Peerless has a long history of supplying switches, circuit breakers, sensors, and relays to more than 3,000 aerospace, defense and industrial customers. The organization stocks approximately 35,000 SKUs and represents over 50 manufacturers.
Beyond component distribution, Peerless operates an authorized Value-Added Assembly Center out of its Hauppauge, New York, facility. The company offers more than 50 customized services, including custom switch panels, custom circuit breaker panels and military-qualified packaging. Peerless holds AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications and meets CMMC Level 2 compliance requirements, supporting its work in highly regulated markets.
“Joining forces with FDH Electronics represents an exciting new chapter for Peerless Electronics and our customers,” said William Gallucci, President of Peerless. “Our mutual commitment to customer service, deep supplier relationships, and high-quality value-added assembly makes this a natural fit. I look forward to supporting the team as we integrate our operations and bring even greater value to our combined customer base.”
With the acquisition complete, Gallucci will remain with the company in a senior leadership role.
Eureka Capital Markets served as exclusive financial advisor to Peerless Electronics.
About FDH Electronics
FDH Electronics is a global one-stop shop with one of the most expansive inventory levels in the industry, built on FDH Aero’s industry-leading supply chain solutions. It supplies a variety of interconnect, wire and cable, and electromechanical components for the aerospace, defense, and space markets. FDH Electronics is the go-to resource for value-added connectors, 1553 Data Bus interconnect products, custom harnesses, high-performance aerospace-grade wire and cable, and high-frequency RF connectors.
To learn more or see our comprehensive inventory, please visit FDHElectronics.com.
About FDH Aero
FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years of experience, it specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables & expendables, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named the Best Place to Work in Aviation in 2025 – has locations in 15 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.
For more information, please visit FDHAero.com.
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