Havis Targets Global Expansion with PWA Electronic Strategic Partnership

WARMINSTER, Pa. – April 15, 2026 – Havis, a U.S.-based global leader in rugged mobility solutions, has announced a significant strategic partnership with PWA Electronic, a leading European technology distributor. The collaboration is designed to dramatically accelerate Havis's market penetration and customer support across the expansive Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions, marking a pivotal step in the company's global growth strategy.

This alliance builds upon Havis's established success in the United Kingdom and aims to leverage PWA Electronic's deep regional expertise and robust channel network. By combining Havis's comprehensive portfolio of mounting systems, docking stations, and power management solutions with PWA's entrenched local presence, the partnership promises to deliver a more integrated and responsive experience for enterprise and mission-critical customers across dozens of countries.

A Strategic Push into High-Growth Markets

The timing of this expansion is critical, as Havis aims to capitalize on the surging demand for rugged technology in both the EMEA and APAC regions. The global rugged computer market, valued at over $5 billion in 2025, is projected to exceed $7.3 billion by 2034. The APAC region, in particular, represents a massive opportunity, accounting for nearly 30% of the global market and forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 6.5% through 2031, with some segments like rugged laptops projected to expand even faster.

This growth is fueled by rapid industrialization, major infrastructure projects, and military modernization programs across countries like China, India, and Japan. Similarly, Europe, which constitutes about 27% of the global market, is experiencing its own boom, with a projected CAGR of over 7% driven by investments in transportation, energy, and public safety. By partnering with PWA Electronic, Havis is positioning itself to more effectively compete for a larger share of this expanding multi-billion dollar industry.

"The combination of our two companies and the expanded local reach within our collective footprints across EMEA and APAC represents a significant growth opportunity for Havis," said Max Rogers, Chief Executive Officer at Havis. "Partnering with PWA Electronic allows us to scale with intention, and immediate synergy."

Forging a Local Presence on a Global Scale

For nearly a century, Havis has built a reputation for engineering durable solutions for demanding environments. However, penetrating the complex and diverse markets of EMEA and APAC requires more than just a quality product; it demands localized knowledge, logistics, and support. This is the core value PWA Electronic brings to the partnership.

Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Germany, PWA Electronic has cultivated a reputation as a "European Competence Hub" for rugged mobile hardware. The company serves as a key distributor for major brands and has an established network of channel partners and customers. This partnership allows Havis to immediately tap into that infrastructure, bypassing the years it would take to build a comparable network from the ground up.

For customers and channel partners, the benefits are expected to be immediate. The collaboration will provide localized sales and technical teams tailored to regional needs, improve the availability and speed-to-market of Havis solutions, and offer stronger regional support for large-scale enterprise deployments. This move is intended to create a seamless experience from initial solution design all the way through deployment and lifecycle management.

"This strategic partnership strengthens our ability to serve customers locally while maintaining the engineering rigor and reliability Havis is known for globally," Rogers added. "Customers benefit from faster response times, regional expertise, and solutions that are purpose-built for real-world operating environments."

Meeting Mission-Critical Demands Across Industries

The partnership will focus on key vertical markets where system failure is not an option. These include public safety and first responders, military and defense, utilities, logistics, field services, and manufacturing. In these sectors, professionals rely on technology to function flawlessly in harsh conditions—from police vehicles and ambulances to factory floors and remote energy substations.

Sascha Pfannmüller, Managing Director and CEO at PWA Electronic, emphasized the natural alignment between the two companies' philosophies. "Havis solutions are engineered for environments where failure is not an option, which makes them a strong fit for applications across EMEA and APAC markets," he stated. "This partnership allows us to bring Havis closer to customers across the regions, delivering not only world-class products, but also the local expertise and support organizations expect when deploying mission-critical technology."

The collaboration will ensure that organizations can deploy integrated solutions for vehicles, facilities, and hybrid mobile work environments, backed by a robust regional support system.

Navigating a Competitive Global Landscape

Havis enters these expanded markets facing stiff competition from established players like Panasonic, Dell, and Getac, which have a significant presence in the rugged computing space. However, Havis's strategy of partnering with a specialized, high-value distributor like PWA Electronic reflects a modern approach to global expansion. This model prioritizes leveraging existing regional strengths to compete more nimbly and effectively.

This move is consistent with Havis's recent history of strategic growth. In 2024, the company acquired Vanner, Inc., an expert in power management solutions, to broaden its engineering capabilities and product offerings. The partnership with PWA Electronic is the next logical step in this deliberate, strategic expansion, underscoring a long-term vision that combines globally engineered solutions with strong regional execution. By strengthening its distribution and support channels, Havis is making a clear statement about its ambition to become a dominant force in rugged mobility solutions worldwide.