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Southwire is a family-owned manufacturer of wire and cable used in the transmission and distribution of electricity.

Last updated September 11, 2026

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Overview

Southwire is described on its official site as one of the leading manufacturers of wire and cable used in the transmission and distribution of electricity, delivering power to millions of people around the world. Its roots extend to 1937, when Roy Richards started a company to erect power poles; on March 23, 1950, Richards founded Southwire with three used machines and a workforce of 12 employees. The company states it has been family-owned since 1950 and reports more than 9,000 employees throughout the world. Its stated vision is "We Deliver Power…Responsibly®" and its mission is to be a preferred provider of solutions to the electrical industry.

History

Southwire's roots extend to 1937, when Roy Richards, a recent graduate of Georgia Tech, started a company to erect power poles. On March 23, 1950, Richards founded Southwire with three used machines and a workforce of 12 employees. The company states it has been family-owned since 1950 and that its reputation for quality and service continues to grow, with more than 9,000 employees throughout the world.

Products and positioning

Preferred provider of solutions to the electrical industry, delivering power responsibly.

  • Wire and cable used in the transmission and distribution of electricity

Recent events

  • Reported

    Southwire announces partnership with AMB Sports and Entertainment[5]

    Southwire announced a partnership with AMB Sports and Entertainment that will begin during the 2022 Atlanta United season and extend into 2024. Southwire will exclusively sponsor AMBSE's Westside Works and Thank You, Coach programs.

  • Reported

    Southwire announces acquisition of Construction Electrical Products[6]

    Southwire announced its acquisition of Construction Electrical Products (CEP), saying it would welcome 47 CEP employees and integrate CEP's Livermore facility into its distribution footprint.

  • Unconfirmed

    Reported

    Southwire acquires Madison Electric Products[7]

    Southwire reported that it acquired Madison Electric Products LLC, including its headquarters operation in Solon, Ohio, and a warehouse and distribution facility in Duluth, Georgia. The announcement said 34 employees would join Southwire.

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