General Cable confirms closure date

General Cable Australia

Monday, 17 October, 2016

General Cable Corporation has confirmed the closure date of its remaining Australian operations. From 25 November, all sales will be managed from regional headquarters in New Zealand.

The Kentucky, USA, based company has maintained an Australian presence since 2000 and says that the closure is part of a program to ensure business is aligned with market structure and local conditions.

The intention is to maintain supply to key projects and customers, sourcing as required from the company’s global manufacturing network. Customer enquiries should be directed by email to projectAU@generalcable.co.nz.

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