FBDi Expands – New Member SE Spezial-Electronic

Engagement with crucial industry topics like compliance and circular economy

Berlin, March 31, 2025 – The FBDi (German Association of Electronic Components Distribution) is pleased to welcome SE Spezial-Electronic GmbH as a new member. With this addition, the association gains a mid-sized, internationally active distributor of electronic components. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Bückeburg (Lower Saxony), SE Spezial-Electronic also operates branches in Munich and Dortmund, as well as subsidiaries in Poland and the Czech Republic. The company’s portfolio includes 33 suppliers across a wide range of segments: Timing, Passive Components, Electromechanics, EMI (Electromagnetic Interference), Analog & Mixed Signal, Wireless, Memory, Power, Displays and Sensors, Computer-on-Modules (COMs), and Single Board Computers (SBCs). Each year, the company ships around 500 million components, modules, and systems. Operating under the guiding principle of “Design Driven Distribution,” SE Spezial-Electronic puts the customer’s innovative end product at the center of its strategy.

The company supports the entire development cycle of new applications – from technical consulting to customized logistics and programming services, as well as contract development and manufacturing. Its Dortmund site provides particular expertise in the areas of passive components, electromechanics, and EMI. In these segments, SE Spezial-Electronic ranks among the leading local distributors, offering customers deep technical expertise and tailored solutions. Beyond development support, the company also develops custom products from the ground up. A key focus is placed on complex embedded applications. In addition, its subsidiary rtg electronics GmbH provides comprehensive manufacturing services. With its “Designed in Germany – Made in Germany” approach, SE Spezial-Electronic ensures high delivery reliability and contributes to supply chain stability through localized development and production.

“We are excited to join the FBDi. As a distributor with over 50 years of experience, we stand for ‘Design Driven Distribution’ – a close connection between technical know-how and customized solutions. Becoming a member of the FBDi gives us access to a strong network and key industry topics such as compliance and the circular economy. Together, we aim to promote best practices, help drive the industry forward, and strengthen the role of distribution within the value chain,” says Marius Wüstefeld, COO of SE Spezial-Electronic GmbH.

“Welcome to the network! We are delighted about this new membership and the trust it reflects,” says Andreas Falke, Managing Director of the FBDi Association. “The expertise of SE Spezial-Electronic will enrich our competence teams and shape the future focus areas of the association.”

This new membership highlights the importance of collaboration among distributors and the shared commitment to environmental compliance in the electronics industry. As a key platform for its members, the FBDi provides market analyses and data to support positioning within the value chain. The exchange with industry stakeholders also offers valuable insights for day-to-day operations. Direct communication contributes to the evolution of the distribution landscape and creates added value for both members and their customers.